You’re addicted to chaos #addictionrecovery
In this monologue, Dallas Bragg argues that many people struggling with addiction relapse not because they cannot quit the substance, but because they are unconsciously addicted to the chaos that substance use creates. He shares a personal anecdote of feeling the urge to relapse while standing at a kitchen sink, realizing that the boredom and calm of everyday life felt threatening. Bragg explains that calmness forces addicts to confront raw emotions, trauma, and feelings they have been numbing with drugs, making it uncomfortable and scary. He emphasizes that quitting the substance is the easy part; the hard work lies in staying in recovery, facing vulnerability, and recognizing self‑sabotaging patterns that keep one in a chaotic state. He urges listeners to ask themselves if they are subconsciously relapsing to maintain chaos.
