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eleven days

it really is amazing to make it this far. the physical stuff is all but gone. the worst is not sleeping, althogh i did get about four hours last night. this site is the most helpful. the mental anguish is the pits. it is the worst when all of a sudden i think well maybe after 4-5 weeks the norcos will be out of my system and instead of 7 I coud do 1 or two. I know thats not feasable, but the thoughts keep comming. and Kyle i am holding on to your promise that happiness will return. thank you all  
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3129624 tn?1366029908
We stopped at the same time and I am having the same problem. The other problem is no motivation. Melatonin is the only way I have been able to get any sleep. I refuse OTC sleeping aids or that wicked prescription stuff. Congrats on Day 11. I can tell some positives already but I know the feeling about taking one. It is on and off my mind all day.
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i am especially glad you responded, i was hoping you would. you  give some really down to earth common sense advise. i think that is important. i don't think those of us on here that are serious about getting clean want sympathy.we want support and love. you give it, thanks . i appreciate you. i can relate to  your acting up part, i used to love to do that before the pills. thats what i want back. i was happy always.optimistic, glass always half full.had compassion for others. the pills robbed me of that. i can hardly wait to get back to that. also thankful my family did not abandon me, soooooooooo grateful. thank you kyle.
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1970885 tn?1435860428
Hang in there. I don't promise things that won't happen.
I felt so good the other day, acting like an idiot (my usual, pre pill state) that my wile asked if I was using. At first I was pissed, but then considered the previous 15 years, and ended up telling her that I was just really enjoying life.
So be careful - you will eventually feel so good that people will think you're high...And you are, but naturally. No pills necessary.  
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thanks for your concern i appreciate it. i've been off cigs for 4 1/2 years, very hard, but a month is huge   keep it up, you can do it.
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Nice effort and keep after it.  You've got a good focus.  The sleeplessness is a big old bummer.  I remember it with my narcotic quit.... sheesh.  Now I am giving up nicotine and have it now too.  Been of nicotine about a month and still finding a good nights sleep is rough, but last night was a beaut!  7 hours straight, no wake ups!!!!

Its there for you, just keep after it.
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917815 tn?1377498254
Congrats on 11 Days - double digits are always great! Keep up the fight and yes, kill those thoughts when they creep up on you.

Lately, those thoughts of one or two here and there kicked my *** back to square on.

Good luck and keep on this positive route - it will only get better
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thanks and prayers for u and your daughter. p.s   i havent had a drink in 10 years  
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3164225 tn?1358973174
Congrats on your clean time! The mental is definitely the toughest but we all know taking 1 or 2 means you have to start all over again. It is a vicious cycle. And let me tell you, I was the worst in the first month. Meaning I would tell myself I will never be happy yadayadayada. I am 92 days now and I feel amazing. You will get there it just takes time. Which ***** because alls you want is to be happy. BUt you will be just keep on going. Stay strong!!! God Bless
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3185671 tn?1344779180
So happy for you! My daughter is on day 3 and still very shaky. Congratulations and thinking of you.
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