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Why You Think Sober Sex is Difficult (it isn't your fault)

I hear it all the time: "I can't have sex without using. It just doesn't work." And underneath that statement is a belief that sober sex is somehow inferior, broken, or impossible. You've convinced yourself that the substance unlocked something real, and now without it, you're stuck with some ...

by Dallas Wayne Bragg — Nov 17, 2025 addiction chemsex crystal meth crystal methamphetamine hnh lgbtq pnp

Blueprint for Loving Your Inner Critic (and finally feel joy)

Hey y'all, My estimation is that 90% of the men I work with are slaves to the voice of their inner critic. It isn't enough to be told by the external world that we aren't good enough, but we also walk around with that message being whispered in our ear. The mistake that 99% of this 90% make ...

by Dallas Bragg — Nov 10, 2025 addiction chemsex crystal meth crystal methamphetamine inner critic lgbtq recovery

Neurodivergence and Chemsex Misuse

The relationship between ADHD and chemsex addiction is far more complex and intertwined than many realize. In this conversation, Brian Molloy—a mental health counselor, person in recovery, and someone diagnosed with ADHD in his late 30s—offers a unique perspective on how neurodiversity and addic...

by Dallas Bragg — Nov 06, 2025 addiction addiction recovery adhd chemsex crystal meth crystal methamphetamine neurodivergence

Choosing Freedom

This is Part 4 of our 4-part series "Breaking Free from the Approval Trap" (See part one, part two, part three). Marcus's New Path: Conscious Connection Marcus is sitting across from me on our Zoom call, and something is different. There's a settledness in his body that wasn't there six mon...

by Dallas Bragg — Oct 27, 2025 addiction chemsex crystal meth crystal methamphetamine gay gay man queer recovery

The Art of Intimate Connection

This week, we take another perspective on the journey to one of, if not the, biggest hurdles for men in chemsex recovery, intimate connection. The path to rediscovering genuine intimacy and connection can feel daunting, especially when substances have been your bridge to physical encounters fo...

by Dallas Bragg — Oct 23, 2025 addiction chemsex crystal meth crystal methamphetamine gay man gay men hnh lgbtq msm pnp

Validation Isn't the Problem (its the solution).

This is Part 3 of our 4-part series "Breaking Free from the Approval Trap" (See part one and part two). Next week, we'll explore the daily practices that sustain Marcus's transformation and keep him thriving in substance-free life. Marcus Discovers His Hidden Truth Marcus is six weeks into...

by Dallas Bragg — Oct 20, 2025 addiction chemsex crystal meth crystal methamphetamine lgbtq queer recovery

Chemsex and the Brain

Welcome to this study guide designed to help you dive deeper into the neuroscience behind chemsex and what it means for your recovery journey. Dr. Stephen Naulls is pioneering research that could change how we understand and treat chemsex addiction. This guide will help you process the informa...

by Dallas Bragg — Oct 16, 2025 addiction addiction recovery chemsex crystal meth crystal methamphetamine lgbtq

How You Get Stuck in the Shame Cycle (and how to get unstuck)

This is Part 2 (See Part One) of our 4-part series "Breaking Free from the Approval Trap." Next week, we'll explore how Marcus learns to work WITH his need for validation instead of against it. Marcus's Story: The Perfect Gay Son Marcus was eight years old when he learned that love came with con...

by Dallas Bragg — Oct 13, 2025 addiction addiction recovery chemsex crystal meth crystal methamphetamine lgbtq shame

The Gift of Rock Bottom

Kevin Davis's journey from 20 years of crystal meth addiction to becoming a successful model offers us a powerful roadmap for recovery. His story reminds us that transformation isn't just possible—it can lead to a life more fulfilling than we ever imagined. Listen to Episode Watch Episode Th...

by Dallas Bragg — Oct 09, 2025 addiction chemsex crystal meth gay lgbtq meth methamphtamine recovery

Addicted to Approval

We often hear about people "trading one addiction for another" in early recovery. I know for me I couldn't drink enough Red Bull in my transition away from methamphetamine. But the most damaging trade-off is the addictions that are hidden. In order to explore this concept, I'll present a 4-p...

Oct 06, 2025 addiction chemsex crystal methamphetamine lgbtq meth

Your Wounds Hold the Answer

"The wound is the place where light enters you." - Rumi One sentence of Rumi's writings can send me into months of reflection. This line (credit to him, but never actually found in his writings) has been on my mind lately. As I reflected on these words, I thought of the beautifully wounded sou...

Sep 29, 2025 addiction chemsex healing lgbtq recovery

Why You Can't Stop Using: Intentions

In my early 20s, I was obnoxious, loud, and quite frankly, a bully. Percolating anger from childhood circumstances met the anguish of being a closeted adult. This perfect storm of bitterness rained down on others around me, especially those who appeared weak. A Cracker Barrel server at the t...

Sep 22, 2025 addiction chemsex lgbtq recovery

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