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The AfterMeth: Gay Men Recovering from Crystal Methamphetamine Addiction
Vision:
To eradicate crystal meth addiction, especially among the gay male population.
Mission:
Using the power of social media, The AfterMeth will increase awareness around the characteristics and effects of crystal meth on the gay male population, provide stories of hope to inspire struggling addicts and produce a repository of tools to be used by the loved ones of gay meth addicts.
Join Dr. Dallas Bragg every other week. You can find The AfterMeth Podcast anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts. Find answers to:
How can I stop relapsing?
How can I heal my addiction?
How does crystal meth addiction affect gay men?
How can I get sober?
The AfterMeth: Gay Men Recovering from Crystal Methamphetamine Addiction
EP 1:41 From Dark Portals to Divine Purpose: A Filmmaker's Recovery Journey
Supplementary Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/creative-expression-in-recovery
In this episode, Dr. Dallas Bragg and Filmmaker Cory Bortnicker discuss the journey of recovery from crystal meth addiction, emphasizing the importance of creativity in the healing process. Cory shares his experiences and creative projects that stem from his own recovery journey. He discusses how he uses storytelling to convey modern queer narratives, emphasizing compassion, creativity, and the importance of spiritual exploration in the healing process.
Find Cory’s short film “My Name is Jonas” here: https://www.mynameisjonasfilm.com/
Password: jonas2024
(Trigger warning: Film contains scenes depicting drug use)
Cory’s Email Address: corybortnicker@gmail.com
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Recovery and Potential
02:57
The Role of Creativity in Recovery
05:51
Corey's Journey and Creative Projects
08:58
The Power of Storytelling in Recovery
11:48
Honoring the Experience of Addiction
15:06
Manifestation and Vision in Recovery
18:01
Art and Music Therapy in Healing
20:49
Transforming Pain into Purpose
24:00
The Story Behind 'My Name is Jonas'
34:57
The Story of Jonah: A Modern Parable
36:51
Personal Reflections: Addiction and Calling
39:10
Reconnecting with Faith and Creativity
42:33
Compassion and Understanding in Recovery
46:08
The Journey of Filmmaking and Storytelling
49:51
Advice for Aspiring Creatives
55:36
Exploring Spirituality and Creativity in Addiction
01:00:18
The Intersection of Prophecy and Psychosis
01:06:18
Connecting and Collaborating in the Creative Community
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