Bad Craving

[Firefaery1023]

I am having some really bad craving today.  First if you don't know I was just diagnosed with fibromyalgia and I hurt all over.  I have a heat pack on my back as I sit here and type.  Second I had a dream that I did cocaine!!  What is up with that??!!  I took pills not coke, why would I have a dream about doing that?  How do I ease the cravings to go look for pills anywhere?

[confused456]

I hope it passes soon!! You are strong and can get through this.

[untwisting]

Cravings suck!!! getting out in the sunshine helps me (when it's not hiding behind a cloud) and distraction like everybody else has said. I love to read but have a hard time focusing when I'm fighting a bad "jones" - so an old movie, a pedicure, something that makes you feel like you're pampering yourself. I also get on here when I'm struggling.  Good luck - we'll make it!

[Firefaery1023]

Thank you for all of the input.  This hasn't passed yet, but what I read it usually lasts 2 to 3 hours.  I am at work so it isn't like I can just go and use.  So as long as it passes before I leave work for the day, I will be good.

[confused456]

Sorry about your craving....they suck to deal with....I am such a music lover so I crank the computer....LOL....its easier to use and save my favorites on rather than changing CD's every 5 minutes......so if you like music, it usually always works for me. Best of luck!! You can do this!!  Hugs

[what2donow]

Bananas also help with cravings. I know it sounds nuts, but it works :) Eat it very slowly and enjoy the taste,texture ect...It should take you about 10 minutes to eat it, but when its gone you will be feeling so much better.My doctor told me about this and I didnt believe him untill tried it.I too suffer from chronic pain and its very hard.Getting out of the house like Cathy said would be best, but if you are hurting too bad close your eyes, take deep slow breaths, and imagine where you would rather be.I call it my "safe place" The best thing about this is you can do it whereever you are.*except while driving*
Good luck and sorry it took me so long to respond....im gimpy today  :)
Goodluck
hugs

[bobby139]

Oh girlfriend i know what you are going though, it is even worse when the pain is there. Dito to what everyone has said...oh chocolate works for me too lol..
If your stuck at home close your eyes and pitcure yourself at your favorite place and try to put yourself there..That has helped me.
We are here as long as you need to talk>>
Hang in there, you can do this!!!! You are strong, you have proven that...

Hugzzz big time
bobby