The stigma surrounding benzodiazepine withdrawal on these forums appears mostly to be incorrect; seizures are rare. Low dose withdrawals are painful, excruciatingly so, yes. But they are tolerable and they end.
Nephron, the reason that it gets worse as it continues seems to be a matter of the drug's half-life. Once it's completely out of your system, you'll know. I've battled all sorts of withdrawals from benzodiazepines, and the ever-present opiate withdrawal, from small to irresponsibly massive doses. Each time I'm reminded why I take these drugs in the first place.
Not for recreation. But to live without fear and anxiety. Calmness, peace... I enjoy being able to carry a conversation without being overly conscious of what I should say, or whether I'm acting strangely. I am naturally paranoid and anxious, moreso than the average person. But this addiction is something I will bear, for it has allowed me so much, and cost me perhaps double. Still, I find it all to be worthwhile.
You, my dear nephron, are no longer in need of benzodiazepines. Certainly keep them for occasional use if you feel that you can trust yourself; you never know when a panic attack will strike, but I have a feeling that you'll be able to keep everything under control.
If you ever wish to know more about benzodiazepine withdrawal, or anything relating to benzodiazepines that you cannot find over the Internet then please PM me; I own all the books I could ever need, and yet I still desire more.
Oh, and good luck in the future. It's always nice to see someone succeed in terms of benzo addiction; they're awful drugs to let go of, and you must be strong-willed if you can cast them aside as you have. Take care! %)