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16 days clean

Just posting a update, I'm 16 days clean and feel great. I really started a new addiction, exercising. The gym has kept my mind off drugs. I want to say thank you for the support. You all are great. I still have cravings from time to time, but nothing like week one. Man the pills really had me in a dark place. Like is good again.
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1402969 tn?1324690560
Glad to hear!!!!! Congrats!
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1235186 tn?1656987798
press on. great job!! as the saying goes one day at a time.my husband has been clean now for 5 1/2 months. one day turns into 2, then a week, then a month and so on. you will continue to feel better. my husband also lost 25 lbs, and has gained it back. exercise is definitely important. heals your body,sends endorphines out and gets your mind focused on something new. also congrats on your up coming wedding.
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Thank you everyone for your support. You guys make me keep going. I will do this for you.
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What is the pink cloud effect? I will tell everyone this ... I was rock bottom and never thought I would quit. I last 30 pounds due to drugs. I have gained 8 back in two weeks. People you can do it if I can.
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1253584 tn?1332877954
COngradulations on 16 days that's awesome !!! U get from me a pat on the back, a hug and a high five!!!!! I'm also addicted to running! It has been a safety net for me. I get a bad craving I get a running!!!! It's played a huge part of recovery for me! Once again great job!!!! That's an accomplishment!!! Keep ur guard up as dominoesarah likes to say.  : ) no matte how many good days u have n a row or how many clean days u have!! Keep up the great job !
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Congrats on those 16 days and life being good again, that is great to read:) Just beware of the pink cloud effect. Have you ever heard of that? Your doing so good man.
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Great job and thanks for posting it really help others who are thinking about or have already quit. Keep in touch.
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1374653 tn?1289239473
I am with you on the exercise addiction, the way I see it, I am going to give as much effort in rebuiding my body as I did hunting pills and breaking it down.
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Great Job!!!

Those first 16 days are tough and you should be incredibly proud.

Keep keeping!!!!!

bob
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I sure will. I will keep everyone updated on my progress. 16 days I can't believe it.
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271792 tn?1334979657
Congrats! That is huge!!!! Keep up the good work and keep talking here.
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