Hi Miguel'smom. I think most people agree with wanting to take the fewest medications possible to keep their illness in check. I definitely do and I have made great headway over the years. Yes, I am still on a handful of medications, but half the number I've been on at one time in the past.

I don't know if "no medications" will ever be in my future. I'm not specifically aiming for that, but fewer or smaller doses? Yes!

It did take me years and years to properly practice and...almost...master a few coping skills. It's always a work in progress. I'm patient and persistent. Right now I feel more mentally well than I have for ages (maybe 16 years). I look forward to making more progress with medication reduction and mental wellness, but I am still far from ready to ever think about zero medications.

Some here are in different situations than me, you, or others. If they are trialing with no medications while still focusing on therapy (and other wellness strategies) I am happy for them for any success, especially if their doctors/therapist/family are all on board. Mine would not be onboard for me to do that now. Even I am not on onboard. I trust their feedback and my own gut and logic.