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REALLY STRUGGLING
Hey guys. Im really struggling today. Ive found myself thinking about pills and how to get some all day. Ive been doing things to keep myself busy. Going 4 a walk actually a couple of them! Playing games with my kids going shopping etc. My body and mind seem to be freaking out today. Ive taken a couple hot baths with epsom salts to help with the restless feeling. Ugh i dont know what else to try but im really close to breaking down and getting something. I DONT WANT TO PLEASE HELP!
Thanks guys. No i dont have the tramadol i flushed em days ago. im trying my hardest to work thru this and i think ive gotten over the worst. Just been a very tough day but its almost over. thanks for the support guys i needed it more than ever today!
Don't give in and don't give up!!! I had massive triggers all last night so I understand and I promise you, if you don't use tonight, no matter what else happens you will wake up feeling SO proud and happy!
Just take it one minute at a time today. I don't know if you pray, but if you do, talk to God, say the serenity prayer a hundred times in a row while looking in the mirror (lol, I swear it works) or just try to meditate.
And if all else fails, throw on some loud music and just DO something.
And if you feel too beat up to do that, try to lay down and go to sleep. It will be better in the am.
You can get through this!
Just take it one minute at a time today. I don't know if you pray, but if you do, talk to God, say the serenity prayer a hundred times in a row while looking in the mirror (lol, I swear it works) or just try to meditate.
And if all else fails, throw on some loud music and just DO something.
And if you feel too beat up to do that, try to lay down and go to sleep. It will be better in the am.
You can get through this!
Oh and one more thing - get rid of the tramadol! The stuff is poison. Flush em before you have a chance to give them a second thought.
Hey Katrina - I know those feelings only too well. Know what worked for me? ANGER.
Anger at what I lost over the years, anger at being tied to something just to function, anger that I needed chemical help to talk to people, anger that something as stupid as a pill was running my life. Try it. It can be very effective.
And then use that anger to get something constructive done. Even if its just a load of laundry, a quick clean around the house or a short trip to the store. You are stronger than some effing pill, just keep reminding yourself of that! You'll feel better in a few minutes - I read somewhere the average craving lasts about 9 minutes. Just push through it and try not to look back. And it's almost the end of the day, so you'll soon have another day under your belt. And one day closer to freedom. :)
Anger at what I lost over the years, anger at being tied to something just to function, anger that I needed chemical help to talk to people, anger that something as stupid as a pill was running my life. Try it. It can be very effective.
And then use that anger to get something constructive done. Even if its just a load of laundry, a quick clean around the house or a short trip to the store. You are stronger than some effing pill, just keep reminding yourself of that! You'll feel better in a few minutes - I read somewhere the average craving lasts about 9 minutes. Just push through it and try not to look back. And it's almost the end of the day, so you'll soon have another day under your belt. And one day closer to freedom. :)
Katrina, If you use now you will have to go through this all over again and it gets harder every time. You have to decide if you want to live your life clean or in active addiction. If you decide that you want to live clean, then buckle down and fight for it. You just need to get through today and tomorrow things will look different.
Do you still have those Tramadol in the house? If so, that is dangerous right about now. You need to get rid of anything that is in your way.
I'm pulling for you!
Do you still have those Tramadol in the house? If so, that is dangerous right about now. You need to get rid of anything that is in your way.
I'm pulling for you!
A couple won't do a d#*M thing for you (please excuse my directness in the matter). You say "Grrrr!"!. Then use it to your advantage..Against that inner voice. Other key words to practice? "this will pass"..For the better...
I know ive come so far. My brain is really workin it today! keeps whispering in my ear a couple wont hurt and wont cause the wds. yes i am aware its lying 2 me! wish i could turn it off cuz its real pissed and real loud!P
Hi Katrina Just take a deep breath and calm down. You've made it this far and u should be so proud. Cravings will come and go but if u give in you'll have to start all over. U can do this. Just keep distracting your mind, it will pass I promise. Your brain is tricking u and u cannot give in. You'll be so proud of yourself if u stay strong. Think of all the negatives of using. Pray. Whatever it takes to get through this. We r here for u. Jyst think how much worse it will be to have suffered for nothing! I know this will pass and u will be stronger because of it. Just give it some time!! Hugs to u and your family. You deserve to be sober and happy never forget that bits bit always gonna be easy but it is simply mind over matter my friend. Good luck and keep posting. Be strong!!!
Simplify and set your goal to be getting thru the rest of this day...Minute by minute if necessary.Focus on bedtime...Wake up in the morning and go "I DID IT!" I overcame and got thru yesterday..Take that pride and use it for the coming day. The more you use it, the stronger it becomes..There was life before pills..Remember?? Yes, you do. So if it was there before and enjoyable, then it can be again..
Oh no. I know the feeling. Try breathing really deep while you thinking about it. What day are you on? One day at a time. Those cravings do pass. Yes, Ive obsessed for hours and hours before. Think about how youll feel tomorrow morning. GUILTY. Watch a funny movie or something to get the natural endorphins flowing. I feel for and completely understand how you feel. Its a new day today. A new year. You really dont wanna start it off on that note. I know you dont.Stay strong
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