The countdown STRESSED OUT!!

[Hope1677]

I am counting down the minutes to my detox getaway. 6 hrs and counting! my anxiety is sky high!!!! The tapering on day one was already hard enough I really dont know if I am truly strong enough to go cold turkey today, but I just want to be free. I feel like I have been locked up in H E L L for a year and a half. I just want to feel normal again, enjoy life, and enjoy my children. please pray for me, I definitely need it. I will keep posting throughout my three day get away. really need people who understand me right now.

[hiwpew523]

Just checking in to see how you are doing.  You are amazing for taking the first step to decide you are quitting.  

You can do it.

[kyle505]

Honestly, I don't think any of us though that we could get through cold turkey detox. Like you, I stressed and worried myself into an emotional mess about the withdrawal process. It didn't do any good. In fact, it was almost as bad as the detox.
When you are detoxing, take it moment by moment. Try not to look too far ahead, but at the same time know that in a few days most of the crap will be over. And don't wonder if you're strong enough to do it...You don't know until you try. Stay on the forum; post every five minutes if necessary. We're here for you, and will be here when you come out the other side.
Finally, use the experience; never forget.

[IBKleen]

Sounds like a nice place and I hope you get to enjoy it. Personally I would have booked it AFTER the detox so I could really enjoy it. But I am sure you will be fine.

Is your friend knowledgeable in the area of addition the the withdrawal process? If not she may want to read about it here and get some ideas. If she is going to be your buddy, so to speak, she should have some idea of what may or may not happen. But again, try not to project--just be ready and they are two different things.

I wish you the best and let us know how you are getting on.

[holagirl907]

Hope:

What a lucky woman you are to have a husband to get you a 3 day trip to a spa.  What better way to detox.  The worst part is the anticipation.  You will be fine.

[Free2agoodhome]

Use this time to withdraw....length of symptoms is based on amount of drugs, duration  etc........i heard of withdrawl ease,,,but i didnt want it...i didn't care if it hurt... or i would feel like crap for 3-4 days....i been using everyday for over 2 years  straight....probably close to 1000 days ,,,whats 3-4 to get my entire life back?  

you will make it...many before you on this forum have been exactly where you are,,,,

rooting for ya ,,,,,,


Free~

[Sonrissa]

Hi Hope, I have taken Withdrawal Ease! I'm not really sure if it made Detox any easier. Although it does have all the vitamins & supplements that do help with withdrawal! I took it for nearly 2 weeks! It certainly didn't hurt me and yes it may have helped! But you can get all of the stuff separately! One thing is that it is recommended to start taking it B4 you actually quit so it can build up in your system! Best wishes!!

[Hope1677]

Has anyone ever heard of or used The Withdrawal-Ease Opiate Withdrawal Natural Supplement System? curious

[Amethyst_]

Hi Hope,
Move forward and be done already. Don't take anymore. Be patient with your body and the flu like symptoms you will be feeling through withdrawal. Time stops completely so find a way to occupy your mind. You have made the decision, set the scene and are on your way, your almost free. Almost FREE. You may be shocked at how much better you feel on the third day, just get to the third day!!!!! Will be thinking of you. Sending strength and love your way~ Amey

[Hope1677]

My husband booked 3 days at a resort and spa by the ocean and my best friend will be with me the whole time. I am hoping to go cold turkey so I can come back and some what function with my kids. The older ones are not a problem I have a 1 year old that needs my attention constantly.  I wish Ihad 4-5 days but I cant leave work and kids that long.

[minn66]

Hi, they put the most dramatic stuff on TV because that's what people want. Not saying withdrawal isn't bad, yet we're all different and so many factors such as what was taken, how much, how long, age, weight, etc. come into play. Since you have this time away from your young ones, imho you should just go ahead and cold turkey. Pat is right, so often the reality isn't as bad as what we think it will be. Try not to dwell on what can or may happen. Hard to do I know because I overthink things too.

Hugs,
Minn

[IBKleen]

Hi Hope,

Where is it that you going on your detox vacation? Will you be alone..have help? Will you be tapering there or doing it now and going cold turkey there? Sorry for so many questions. I wanted to give some input but want to make sure I understand you.

Try to relax and not stress out. And whatever you do, don't compare  tv show to this. It is apples and oranges. Your experience will be different from anyone else's. There are some natural supplements and such you can use an an aid so let us know your plans and we can suggest things that worked for us. Hang in there.

[Pat1956100]

Withdrawals usually peak on day 3 or 4 but everyone is different.  The worst was over for me on day 3.  It seemed to get really bad and just when I thought I couldn't take it anymore it eased off.  So stay strong.

[Hope1677]

Thanks for the support!!!

[Pat1956100]

Everyone is scared when they attempt this but it's never as bad as you imagine it to be.  I think the worst part of it is the fear.  Stay as calm as possible and think that with every hour that passes you are closer to it being over.
Big hugs
Pat

[Hope1677]

also wanted to know will the worst really be over by the third day? A lot of the post I have been reading are saying 5-6 days

[Pat1956100]

Yes, you did cut down quite a bit and that is why you are experiencing withdrawal,  Since you only have the 3 days without your kids the best thing would be to just go cold turkey and then the rough part would be over by the time you went back home.
A taper works if you have a long time to do it.
Do the best you can.  It sounds like a good plan.  Getting away with a friend for support and we will all be here.
Stay strong and keep posting.  You can do this.

[Hope1677]

Never been through this before really dont know what to expect. I have seen people detox on TV and it looks horrible. Just really scared i guess

[Hope1677]

wanted to go cold turkey yesterday but it was so hard being home and around my 4 kids. So I tapered from 6 10mg every 4 hrs to 4, 5 mg all day. I thought they were 7.5 but my husband tricked me. He thought if he told me it was a larger dose that I would mental be ok with it. The funny thing was it worked. But I think I tapered down quite a bit. a lot of people were saying to cut out 10-20mg a day or every two days but I dont want this to drag. Thats why I am hoping i can go cold turkey today.

[minn66]

Hi, I understand your anxiety and it is perfectly normal. Not that it makes you feel less anxious. It's good that you have a place to go without any obligations so that is one less thing to worry about. I'm sure you've already stocked up on your supplies, and I would recommend you bring dvd's or have access to funny movies, shows, and comedians. I know it will be hard to concentrate at first, but gradually you'll find yourself laughing and momentarily forgetting your misery. Laughter really is a great medicine.

I am praying for you, hun, and look forward to your updates :)

[Pat1956100]

Hi Hope
From my experience you are already in withdrawal  so you should probably just go cold turkey and take advantage of the 3 day getaway.
Taking anything now will just prolong the withdrawals and if you don't take anything  the worst will be over at the end of your 3 days.
If you continue to take something you will eventually have to go thru it as you were taking a huge amount.
I hope this makes sense.  If not please ask.