A new perspective

[mellie4]

Well, my prescription came (see other post.)  So I don't have to worry about going into full blown withdrawals.  But boy do I have so much admiration for all of you who are going through this.  You are all so amazingly brave.  I just got the beginning of withdrawals; my legs ached, really tired, could hardly move, achy and upset stomach.  I know that was just the very tip of it since I had 7.5 mg. at 8:00 a.m.

This has, though, made me think about being on all my medications for chronic pain.  I know there are people on this site who started using meds for chronic pain and ended up addicted.  I just don't want to ever get there.  I'm in the process of getting in touch with a pain psychologist who is supposed to help with other alternative for dealing with pain, like acupuncture, meditation, etc.  When I get that information, I think I'll be tapering off my meds.

I just, again, want to say how inspiring all of you are.  I will be keeping all of you in my prayers.  And thank you to those who reached out to me in my moments of terrible fear.

[vicki595]

It humbles me,too.  
I wanted to tell you there's a post below by "newtimes".  She could use your input. You might want to read her older posts first. Just click on her screen name.

Vicki  xo

[mellie4]

Thanks, Vicki.  I've always been interested (and afraid) of addiction.  My uncles had it and my ex.  Also, probably my ex-fiance as well, though his stemmed from an injury.  I am just amazed and inspired at people that break free of this.  And also the people who don't yet try again and again, even knowing what they'll go through.  It truly humbles me.

[vicki595]

Hi~  Glad it worked out for you!

When you begin to taper,I'm sure you'll do very well !  In the meantime,keep posting.
You add so much to the forum...

Vicki  xo