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ForestChild Member Posts: 26 Registered: Feb 2012  Posted May 26th, 2012 10:52 PM   IP              I'm still tapering and finally made it down to 10 mg from 40 mg. I was doing ok until I hit 10 mg. Since then its been very intense to say the least. I am extremely lethargic to the point that I can barely get anything accomplished. My sleep patterns are all screwed up, I have no energy to accomplish anything, and I'm constantly anxious. I haven't lost my resolve at all though. I will get through this. On a positive note, no more pain in my arms in legs. And my husband is being awesome and making things so much easier.
socrates *FORUM DIRECTOR* Posts: 960 Registered: May 2007  Posted May 27th, 2012 04:36 PM   IP              Hi ForestChild, That is great news! If I may suggest to you that when going from here to 0 that you factor in the % as you go down. You may want to stretch out this last leg a little bit. As you enter the last leg, please spend lots of time reading posts of those that have gone before you on this forum. They say it is a proven fact that you will ensure more success as you arm yourself with knowledge on what is going to come next. With this knowledge you can be more of an observer knowing that whatever it may be ailing you will soon fade away. Once again, great to hear such good news. Please keep us posted on how it keeps going! Regards, -s
Vicsen Member Posts: 52 Registered: May 2012  Posted May 31st, 2012 11:27 PM   IP              Hi forest child, just a quick note to say well done & that Socrates is spot on with the percentage & knowledge etc. I recently hit that 10mg wall too. Once I got down that low, it certainly was a lot more noticeable but here's some good news.. Everyone is different but for me, after I hit the 10mg, I restabilized & took it slow. I recently went from 7-6mg & I'm finding that although I expected it to get worse, it has in fact been pretty good. (I was actually worried that they weren't reducing me anymore because the impact wasn't at all as bad as I thought.) Arming myself with knowledge has helped, exercise, good food etc have all been beneficial. My attitude has changed & for me, at least, the biggest help has been that I learned to let go. I let go of the fear. I let go of my impulse to be everything to everybody. I let go of trying to be in complete control of my world & simply take it as it comes to me. I've stopped worrying about how bad it may be & instead, I deal with it when it arrives (with a plan in hand) Now I am ready for anything that comes my way & it's true that what doesn't kill us, makes us stronger. Meditation has been huge in getting to this headspace. I wish you continued success. You've achieved wonderful things! Please keep us updated. Reading about your success is helping me & others with theirs. It's not easy but remember to be kind to yourself. Give yourself time to adjust & move when you feel strong. Sending my best to you & yours. Keep us posted x You can't always get what you want, but if you try some times, you just might find, you get what you need.
socrates *FORUM DIRECTOR* Posts: 960 Registered: May 2007  Posted June 2nd, 2012 03:07 PM   IP              Hi Forestchild and Vicsen, It would be great to hear an update from you FC Vicsen, glad to hear that everything is going smoothly. The greatest part about this forum is you blaze a trail for everyone that comes behind. Regards, -s
ForestChild Member Posts: 26 Registered: Feb 2012  Posted July 24th, 2012 11:51 PM   IP              Vicsen, I apologize for not writing back sooner. I have been keeping myself as busy whenever I'm functional and have been kind of isolating myself when its rough. I have actually found the same thing about tapering past 10 mg. I expected it to be much worse and while in some ways it has been, I'm actually handling it quite well. I too have let go of the fear and have stopped fighting and started just going with the flow. Its not easy, but its managable. The worst days are the 3rd to 6th day (I reduce every 7th day). I am currently on day 2 at 3 mg. I definitely feel more like myself in many ways since I've been under 10 mg. I am glad things are going smoothly for you as well. Are you still tapering? If so how is it going? Best wishes, ForestChild
ForestChild Member Posts: 26 Registered: Feb 2012  Posted July 25th, 2012 09:21 AM   IP              Socrates, As I said in the above comment, I'm actually doing better since I've dropped below 10 mg. I mean, methadone withdrawals are inherently difficult and mine are no exception, but I seem to be coping better. I do have trouble staying asleep at night because I constantly toss and turn, I get horrible stomach cramps from time to time, and the anxiety can be very overwhelming, but since I've decided to go with the flow instead of fighting it, its been much easier. I am starting a class at a local state college in the Fall. My class starts two weeks after I taper to 0 mg so I'm a little nervous I won't be able to handle it, but I decided that I'm going to try. I have been very excited about going back to school and getting my life back on track after 7 years of illness and nearly a year of withdrawals. Healthwise I'm still in remission and getting better every day. I really appreciate all of your help through this! I would have felt so lost if I hadn't found this forum. ~ForestChild
socrates *FORUM DIRECTOR* Posts: 960 Registered: May 2007  Posted July 25th, 2012 04:25 PM   IP              Hi FC, This where I go in my mind's eye, when I need calm... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qi0UKiDpBNU One could say that I am going on 80 rather quickly. Enjoy my skit and hope all stays well Regards, -s
Vicsen Member Posts: 52 Registered: May 2012  Posted September 28th, 2012 01:21 AM   IP              Hi FC, now it's my turn to apologize for being MIA. I too have been trying to stay busy. Forgive me if I've missed it in another post but I just wanted to check in and see how you were doing? I finally took the jump last week and am on day 7 of no methadone. I believe the long tapering in the last year had me dealing with constant WDs & so far they have not been much worse than the last reductions. I expected it to get much worse for the final jump. I stopped at 2mg. I'm experiencing the usual stuff & some weird pains under my armpits. I'm trying not to panic too much and see how I go for the next week. All in all.. It's been as good as it can be, I suppose. I'm trying to take it as it comes. It is, what it is & I was more than ready. I am so proud of you. Your story cuts very close to my recent year & I totally get what you've been through. Stay positive, busy, healthy & calm. You rock! Wishing you an easy transition & peace x You can't always get what you want, but if you try some times, you just might find, you get what you need.
mike9158 *FORUM DIRECTOR* Posts: 2671 Registered: Jul 2007  Posted October 25th, 2012 02:03 PM   IP              Hi everyone, I hope you excuse me for sticking my nose in here and mentioning something that is probably a bit off topic...and I really do apologize. I just want Forest Child and of course, Vicsen to know that traffic has really picked up in the "Methadone Discussion" forum and the "MA Forum" and want you all to know that it would be an honor to have you all join us. We are very lenient about what topics we talk about in the "Discussion" forum, whether it be about suboxone, tapering...whatever. Just about anything is okay to talk about. Again, I didn't mean to break in here, but please know you are welcome anywhere you want to post and we would love for you to join us. Take care, Mike9158
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