Day 7

[riversandparks]

I am on day 7....  I can't believe it..  A week ago this time, I wouldn't have even fathomed that I will try this and actually do it..  I know.. it's not over yet..  My physical symptom appear to have subsided but mind is still looking for it.

So question is.. how long before I no longer will feel I want any hydrocodone?  Thank you in advance.

[gunnarrr]

GOOD JOB STAY STRONG.Im trying to make it through day 2.I took vicoden for about 6 years.Im so sick of taking them.I have two good kids and a wonderful wife and i dont want to loose that.

[FassFeat]

That is so true, when I was using, 2/3 was at night. Getting out of bed is a big trigger too. I take so many vitamins now that at least it feels like I am taking pills.

riversandparks, You own this.. you got ir. Way to be strong.  Andrew

[Lindsay_T]

A little while ago someone posted a question here; What is your trigger? It was helpful to read that. I saw how it is possible to notice and flag our triggers. As in, red flag!! Warning!!
One of my bazillion triggers is the evening time. Yes, that blows azz because it happens every single day! Seems that once the shadows get long, I get saggy and want my pills.
Not now. the normal is to just be saggy. Anyway, you are doing great. hugs n hugs.

[riversandparks]

Thank you all for your responses and words of encouragement.  This helps to at least know what to expect.  No, I am not in a 12 step program.  My support system is my husband and this site at this point.  Between a 3 year old, work, and school, it doesn't leave me much time for anything else...  So, I am hoping that will continue to keep me busy enough to not take any..  but it does get hard..  I find that usually in the evening it's worse for me.. I am not sure if it's just me or typical to experience that in the evening.

Thanks for the warning on the alcohol etc..  I don't really like drinking much anyway so even if I take a wine cooler, it's usually about 1/4 of a cup and I am done but will keep that in mind for sure, just in case.

You are right.. physical WD appears to be gone.. so, thanks for the heads up on mental WD symptoms as I do believe that may have started.

Seeing all your success stories makes me think maybe.. just maybe I can do it as well.  Again, thank you all for support, encouragement, and advice.

[FassFeat]

Congrats on day 7, that is a milestone.. Great job. Just think about what we just went through (I am on day 11) I know that I will have cravings, but it isn't going to happen. Everyone gave good advice about aftercare and not putting yourself in vulnerable position IE: getting drunk or getting around anyone that uses. I am so happy and proud for you. Protect your clean time, it isn't selfish to worry about you right now, it is an investment in a brighter future.

[Lindsay_T]

Good for you. This is the time to Be Tough and Be on Guard. Do not, I repeat, Do Not get drunk. I did that at like day 30 and I almost relapsed. Also, you should be encouraged by this: I had big, bad cravings every single day until around the 50s. Then they sort of changed in a tiny way. Now they are THERE, but not at all as strong as Day 1 - 50, for me. So stay strong. One day plus one day plus one day.

[this_big]

Congrats on a week!!! That was a big milestone for me. I have to agree with the others I dont think the cravings will ever completely go away. For me it was about 2 weeks or so before the panicy ones went away. I just have to change what i'm doing when they come.It usually helps...they go as quickly as they came. Keep it up..It only gets better!!

[LeaAnn807]

Hi!  You need some form of aftercare.  Twelve step meetings, therapist, clergy, etc.  That way you have a support system in place for when you feel weak!

I would say that "all" the cravings will never go away for any of us, but they certainly get better with time!

[NoMore81410]

I am at day 28 today and when it comes across my mind I try to quickly turn on music or start getting myself busy then I shout out "Satan get behind me" that's what those things are!!! It goes away pretty quickly but this is the trouble with addiction, it's a life long thing. Are you involved in after care like NA or you can go to a 12 step recovery plan. I highly recommend it.
Congrats on your 7 day clean! Keep going my friend! You are just now getting into the mental part of the WD.'s and you need to keep your mind busy! The mind can be very deceiving!  Hang in there my friend Praying for you!

[Storme]

I am on day 67 and I hate to say this but  I still crave the pills every so often. it is not as bad as it first was and it is by far easier to tell myself No! in a loud, strong voice but it does still happen. You need to take every day at a time and just keep your head up and your feet firmly planted. It does get much, much easier but we will always be addicts hon..