Dopey 487: Potentially Gayer than all other Gayest Episodes Ever! Brian W. on Meth, Chemex, Sexual Trauma, Sex Sling andRecovery
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Dopey 487: Potentially Gayer than all other Gayest Episodes Ever! Brian W. on Meth, Chemex, Sexual Trauma, Sex Sling andRecovery
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This week on Dopey! We had the absolutely sweetest guest ever - filmmaker and Breathe Life Healing Center Regional LGBTQIA+ Outreach Representative - Brian Whisenant! Straight out of Mississippi and...
show more- Growing up gay in Mississippi in the 90s was challenging due to the lack of understanding and acceptance.
- Brian experienced molestation and rape by an older man, which had a profound impact on his understanding of his own sexuality.
- The trauma and confusion surrounding the abuse contributed to Brian's addiction and disassociation.
- Addressing and sharing his story has been a crucial part of Brian's healing and recovery journey.
- The stigma surrounding trauma and the need for open conversations and support are highlighted in Brian's experiences. Meth addiction can lead to engaging in risky sexual behavior, such as participating in sex parties.
- The use of meth in the gay community is more common compared to other communities.
- Meth use can lead to psychosis and paranoia, causing individuals to have distorted perceptions and beliefs.
- Recovery from meth addiction often involves addressing underlying trauma and patterns of behavior.
- The intertwined nature of meth use and sex parties can create a cycle of seeking pleasure and escape. Brian shares his experiences with sex parties and the fusion of drugs and sex
- He discusses his struggles with meth addiction and his transition to using Adderall
- Brian reflects on his relationship with his mother and the challenges of coming out as gay
- He emphasizes the importance of honesty in recovery and shares his thoughts on Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
- The conversation concludes with Brian discussing his short film, Wrath Mercy, and his hopes for its release
- The Impact of Trauma on Sexuality and Addiction
- Navigating the Challenges of Growing Up Gay in Mississippi The Impact of Meth Use on Mental Health and Perception
- The Cycle of Seeking Pleasure and Escape in Meth Addiction The Power of Honesty in Recovery
- Coming Out and Navigating Relationships
- "I was molested like a lot of people like when I was 15 years old"
- "I didn't even know what rape was. I didn't know what any of these things were."
- "I got triggered. Not triggered to use, but triggered to be traumatized."
- "Why do some drug addicts live and some don't?"
- "There may be a video of me out there wearing a wrestling outfit"
- "I remember saying, 'Are you a homosexual?'"
- "Sniffy's like, why did I even bring that up?"
- "Sniffy's has sex parties"
- "You unfuse meth, sex, and technology"
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