day 4 and making the best of it

[fedup38]

I am feeling much better well as u can see I'm not sleeping much bit that's ok I just thank God for the Thomas recipe I did  have diarrhea, stomach pain, leg cramps but I do feel weak and not sleeping but I am hanging in there and I hate the chills and sweats but through God all is possible thanks guys

[dem214]

congrats on day 4.  You are doing great.  Look forward to day 5!!!

[dominosarah]

Congrats on 4 days!!  You can and will do this~~sara

[Innerstrength67]

Your doing great fedup! I'm so proud of you. Stay hydrated!!!

[fedup38]

I am sorry guys I made a mistake I was trying to say I did not have any of those symptoms the only thing I had was the sweats and chills I thank God yes I do have a good support system my church has a recovery group and as soon as I get home I'm going to go I'm out of town right now. I never regret leaving the pillls I don't even think of them after all this hell nothing is worth this God will keep me grounded thanks guys I could not get through this without u guys

[justsaynotodrugs]

       Just keep on keeping on.  Most of the symptoms of withdrawals will go away.  Take it slow one day at a time.  Dont no much about the T. recipe but good eating habits will help you. A support group is good help also been to a few myself.  You can do it by the grace of God.

[Luckytwice]

The only thing about the Thomas recipe is the amount of L tyrosine it recommends to take. You should always start at the lower dose of 200mg as too much can cause anxiety problems, which is the opposite of what it's supposed to do! So if you are having problems with anxiety try reducing that if you are taking a higher dose before you try increasing it.

You may also want to try some of the recommendations from the Amino acid protocol which can be found at the bottom of the main page as well.

L-theanine  along with Calcium and magnesium supplements taken before bed will help with your sleep problems.

You can take either an L theanine supplement or drink a few cups of green or black tea, which is the natural source of L-theanine, about 20mg per cup. It acts like a natural Valium.  

Congrats on making it threw the roughest part,  wasn't as scary at you thought it would be, was it?  using these aids really helps take the bite out of the wd's. You'll find the same applies to the blahs as you wait for your neurons and neurotransmitters to regrow and start functioning at normal levels.

[waldosbait]

PS congrats on the four days!!

[waldosbait]

Addiction is a really hard thing to over come. But you can do it. First and fore most you need support!! Is there anyone friend or family that you can trust to help you through this difficult time.  If so go to them for support. If not there are plenty of support groups out there that can help you. Sometimes even a stranger. I did drugs most of my teenage years up until my late 20's you name I have probably done it and then some. Including being addicted to meth for 6 years. So I have a lot of experience in this area. I have been clean for 25 years now. Quitting and finding the right kind of support is very important even if its talking to me our someone else on the computer. What ever you do don't let what other people think of you effect what you do or how you feel. You need to learn to love yourself for who you are. And remember that all things are possible even quitting drugs!!  I quit on my own with no rehab but that is a rare occasion.  I had finally realized I had enough and realized what a toll it was taking on me and my family.  Believe it or not I was never really a religious person before I quit while I believed in god i sure didn't live a live like you are suppose to. I actually still struggle with it everyday. But I prayed and prayed that god would make me sick every time I did the meth so it would make me want to quit. And It worked I quit. It was an up hill struggle believe me and did not happen over night. But it got me thru it. I want you to know I am not here to preach to you I just started going to church on sundays. But I believe in a greater power. Right now you have the best thing going for you. You are on here asking for help and trying to stop. That is a big step itself. I hate to think of all the money I spent on drugs through the years and what I could have had!! I have 3 kids all adults now and I think the good lord they are good kids. But I never lied to them about my drug addiction!! Honesty is the best thing. Not only for your self but for everyone around you. Can you talk to your parents do you have a good relationship? I know most kids think there parents will kill them if the find something out and sure they may freak a little but most parents want what is best for kids and love them no matter what. I should no that better then anyone both my boys are gay. I know I am kinda rambling on here. But I want to try and encourage you not to give up there is hope out there for you. Please feel free to open up and ask me anything. I am here to help you. I would love to see you kick your addiction and live a happy fulfilling live!!