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Fog_head

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Hello,
Just a quick note. I'm new here. I currently just finished a suboxone taper due to a 3 year opiate addiction. Have a lot of questions as to what to do now, and I've used this site throughout these years, from looking for harm reduction at first, to finding the best way to quit, to choosing suboxone, and now I'm here.
I guess the real problem lies in the fact that I've used some type of drug every day of my life since age 11, and I've had moderate, untreated depression since childhood as well. I'm looking to get to a completely sober life, but am fearful of the unknown. Any advice of maybe where to make a thread would be great.

Thanks
 
Wait so you've finished the subuxone taper ? Or you're trying to figure out how to do the subuxone taper your statement contradicts itself confused me ?
 
Sorry about that,... I did finish the suboxone taper. Although I jumped at .75 mg, which I know is still high. Last dose of suboxone was 4 days ago. I feel ok physically, but the mental aspect is hard. Also been having cravings again yesterday and today. I have family support, but have not seeked out external support. Just feeling a little lost. I know a lot of people here have been through this, so I was hoping for some advice on what to do now? How to stay sober? I've always turned to substance in the past, so I'm curious how others manage to curb cravings, and refocus their mind/energy into something positive without feeling so overwhelmed?
Thank you
 
Oh dude you're doing wonderful keep going I felt finding a show on Netflix that you haven't seen to binge a few seasons , documentaries, read a book surprisingly it's good during wd, go outside for a walk to observe everything you've already seen but we're on opiates mostly when u saw them with headphones music on, fap while taking a bath to kill time with background music or podcast , video games always good, weed is really helpful during paws , driving and listening to music feels good for some reason cause your legs are occupied and don't hurt as much plus you can turn the heater on it's been getting cold I'm sure anywhere you're posting from . Look up movies for late night when you just can't sleep and switch to porn after one movie and back to a movie maybe keep switching things around . I'm saying all this on day 1 h withdrawal lol so easier said than done .
 
That's good advice. I have noticed for some reason that no matter how crappy I feel, if I make myself go for a drive with loud music it really does help. Until the drive is over, haha. And I agree with the cannabis. I can't describe how much it has helped!! For me, it seems to be that I'm just getting stuck in my own head and dwelling on dumb shit even though I know better! Congrats on stopping the H! Day 1 is still something to be proud of! Every time I had tried to quit in the past before this, I rarely made it past 24 hour mark! You doing good. We all in this together. Keep it up
 
There are a few really good options laid out above...cannabis will do a lot, eating it will last a long time, inhaling will curb many cravings in the moment. fap for sure, shower/bath often. exertion - very real help...pushups , squats, not the funnest, but will cause your brain to dump endorphins and bring relief, as well as exhaustion to help attain better sleep. One I find true, not all agree, is learning a musical instrument, or if you can play one already get at it. This will stimulate your nuero-net and act as a great distraction. Percussive things like piano or drums will exercise your legs as well, and increase cross talk between the right and left hemisphere of your brain, which can result in a euphoria of its own. just some suggestions that have worked for me, best of luck to you. You are doing great BTW.
 
Definitely try to stay busy. The more you do nothing, that more you'll start thinking about getting lit.
 
Yes staying busy is the hardest part. I have a hard time finding activities. HUSKTON that is a great idea! It's funny because I've been thinking about getting my daughter's guitar out and trying to learn. Trying to find a positive hobby in my life since I've never had one, and I love music! I've always thought it would be awesome to play, but never had the confidence.... I wouldn't have got this far without my chronic. It definitely made acute withdrawal somewhat bearable. Depression is still pretty crushing right now though. I've heard that Kratom can help a lot, but am worried about addictive qualities? Is it very addicting? I know I lack control in that so I'm unsure if I should try it, or just keep pushing through. Anyone ever used it?
 
Totally agree with Fog_head on cannibus with helping you to relax and SLEEP..dont know how many times Ive wished there was something to let you sleep for 2 weeks..Im sure Micheal Jackson had the same mentaility..but,I have a friend who tried KRATOM,and he says he never went through any harsh "jones" because of it..I myself havent tried it,but I've seen firsthand the results of it..might I add,he washes peoples car windows for donations and homeless...he swears by this,maybe something you might look into..good luck
 
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