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#1
Feb 04, 2014, 07:37 AM
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Forgive me if that sounded callous or trivial for those of us who have had struggle to get clean, only to succeed to some degree, whether its a day, a month, a year, or a decade.
Its only day 14 for me, but Things are improving. My head is clear, my health has improved, and Im exercising daily. Theres still some dietary issues I have to deal with but Ill get there....My face is showing signs of clearing and Im losing weight. My blood pressure is back to normal and my sleeping pattern is back to a healthy normal. This may help encourage someone or it may not....however it doesnt seem like very exciting testimony to those who battle wih substance abuse. But if it serves to help at least ONE person....it is woth the post. Intro |
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#2
Feb 04, 2014, 08:16 AM
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Congratulations on getting clean! I'm sure it will be a difficult journey for you, but it sounds very promising.
 All the best love and luck!
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Allie Diagnosed: Generalized Anxiety Disorder & Obsessive Compulsive Disoder. Previous: Borderline Personality Disorder. I no longer qualify for a diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder, but there will always be my borderline traits that I struggle with especially during times of great stress. I've been working passionately as a therapist since December 2016
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Feb 04, 2014, 01:43 PM
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Feb 04, 2014, 03:31 PM
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Two weeks is a huge deal - it was for me, anyways, having been an almost daily (multiple times a day) user. Congratulations!!!
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Feb 06, 2014, 08:08 PM
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Thanks all.....its day16 and Im more determined than ever to make my first 30 days in years.....no cravings.....no desires to drink or thoughts of drinking.... just takin it one day at a time and feelin alright!
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Feb 08, 2014, 01:45 AM
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Keep up the good work! Sounds like you are heading in the right direction. It is good to hear someone is doing it right!
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Feb 08, 2014, 03:39 PM
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Day 20.......what is normal anymore?
Im feeling great....there are some relapses of anxiety, but I know its minor and passes quickly....the difference is.....it doesn't scare or bother me anymore....its just a manifestation of getting clean.....detoxing, if you will.... Sleeping normally.....I still need the CPAP....so I dont wake up several times during the night, gasping for air.... I past by the beer and wine section of the grocery store today.....without thought, I didnt stop or paruse.....I just....simply.....walked by......what the heck is that?......I cant believe I did it!! No second thoughts.... Guess Im at the point now where I dont feel the need to get high or drunk.....its really starting to happen.....my body is changing.....turning to the good and the healthy.... ramble..... |
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Feb 08, 2014, 03:40 PM
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.....I know Ive got a long way to go.......
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Feb 08, 2014, 03:59 PM
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And you've come a long way!!! That is the thing to remember imo - looking how far you've come and feeling proud=)
Keep it up xxxx Good avatar btw - I love Jimi xxxxxxx |
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Feb 08, 2014, 06:04 PM
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Congrats on your sobriety!! I'm so glad to hear you've already been able to feel the positive changes in your health. Twenty days is a long time and you should feel proud! For me after the first month I felt that I didn't need drinks or drugs. The best part of sobriety for me was the freedom from self-bondage. I hated the absolute power I was living under. I was always restless and worrying about my next high. Nothing was enjoyable unless it included drinking or drugging. It's just a huge albatross around your neck. Keep up the good work!
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Feb 08, 2014, 06:39 PM
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It's great to hear that your healthy living & thinking continue to grow. Twenty days is a real accomplishment...One day at a time, 30 days is on the horizon. I've got you in my thoughts. It's always inspiring to hear of someone who takes control of their demons.
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| Introvrtd1, thickntired
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Feb 13, 2014, 06:32 AM
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still goin.....there are day when I wake up feelin good.....this morning I woke up feelin hungover... its weird.....a non-alcoholic hangover.....but its likely due to the detox drinks Ive been taking every day.....I read I should take a break every now an then.....
Anyway.....Ill keep it going. |
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Feb 13, 2014, 12:07 PM
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Way to go!!! I felt like poo when I quit smoking. I kept coughing up yucky stuff. A hot bath or shower helps sweat out those toxins.
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Feb 13, 2014, 09:44 PM
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Thanks for the encouragement everyone.....
Things are looking up...My biggest fear is that moment I get tired of feeling good for a change, .....then start to feel invincible.....which could lead to thinking I need (or just want) to have a drink..... So far NO!! |
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Feb 13, 2014, 10:11 PM
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Keep up the good work, you are doing so well
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Feb 14, 2014, 09:18 AM
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That's a big milestone. Keep up the good work!
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Feb 14, 2014, 11:41 AM
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keep it up!
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God is good all the time! Mark 10:18 "Why do you call me good?" Jesus answered. "No one is good--except God alone. |
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Feb 15, 2014, 09:39 AM
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Im taking probiotics......supposed to be good for the gut flora promoting healthy bacteria over the bad.....it has a die-off effect, which makes me sometimes feel like crap due to all the toxins that now flood my bloodstream, and eventually get eliminated thru sweat and bladder......
With all the drinking Ive done, my liver was working overtime to get rid of it all....now...can concentrate on eliminating toxins without dealing with the alcohol too. |
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Feb 16, 2014, 03:55 PM
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Hey
Just checked in to say well done you and keep it up. Was glad to read you were still going strong xxxxxxx |
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Feb 17, 2014, 01:11 PM
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Just checking in to see how you're doing. I hope you're staying strong & are feeling well.
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Feb 17, 2014, 07:15 PM
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Drink lots of filtered water. Target sells a brita pitcher and that cuts way back on plastic bottles. I like sleepy time tea with valerian root and melatonin takes the edge off the withdrawals. Way to go ♥♥♥
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Feb 22, 2014, 09:12 AM
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Yeah, Im drinking sleepytime tea and still flushing myself out with lemon water. These probiotics are also keeping the bad bacteria in my gut at bay....I dont crave junk food much, and I dont overeat anymore. Im now looking forward to dropping the unwanted pounds and to intensify my workouts.
Thanks all, for the continued encouragement! |
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Feb 23, 2014, 07:37 PM
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You're doing great and I really advice exercise. This last year I got sober I've gained a ton of weight. I'm paying for it now with a huge catch up to do walking and eating healthy. My shrink tells me what works better than any psych med is sobriety exercise and volunteering if you're not working.
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There is a thin line that separates laughter and pain, comedy and tragedy, humor and hurt.
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Feb 24, 2014, 07:03 AM
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Great job. Depending on your drug of choice and how much you used withdrawal can be a *****. Sleepy time tea helped so much i was ready to roll it up and smoke it. haha just kidding. sleepy time tea and melotonin did help alot. and alot of sweating. I had to detox from meth so it took a long time for my brain chemistry to get back to normal. I had to rely on the psychiatrist for that.
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The "paradox" is only a conflict between reality and your feeling of what reality "ought to be." -- Richard Feynman Major Depressive Disorder Anxiety Disorder with some paranoid delusions thrown in for fun. Recovering Alcoholic and Addict Possibly on low end of bi polar spectrum...trying to decide. Male, 50 Fetzima 80mg Lamictal 100mg Remeron 30mg for sleep Klonopin .5mg twice a day, cutting this back |
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Feb 24, 2014, 08:07 AM
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Yes absolutely seek help from a therapist or shrink if needed. I was self medicating for a lot of mental disorders that needed meds. But, know that withdrawal can mimic A LOT of mental illness. Post acute withdrawal syndrome or paws causes a emotions that mimic bipolar etc.
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There is a thin line that separates laughter and pain, comedy and tragedy, humor and hurt.
Erma Bombeck |
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