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Day 20 off norco, WOW!!!!
Hello everyone,
It's hard to imagine 20 days without pills, yet here I am. I just read my original post last night and it is simply amazing, that I am the same guy. The anxiousness, and fear of living without pills has subsided and I feel great about that. I still have periodic mental battles between the recovering ME and the addicted ME. I awoke yesterday after a poor nights sleep, with a headache, and the desire to call in sick to work, even though I knew that wasnt an option. My head told me that I could really jump-start my day with just one norco. ERRRRR! To hell with that, I will never be be overpowered by those pills again, NEVER. I went to work, got through the sluggishness, and had a productive day.
To all of you whom are new to this forum, welcome and yes you can also make it to day 20, I PROMISE!!!!! It will not be easy, but believe me your body and mind will reward you for your efforts. The constant fatigue will depart, your sex drive will come back, you will be able to look people in the eye. The clock watching, pill counting, and I CAN'T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT AT LEAST 3 PILLS, ANXIETY FILLED, BULLSHEET of a life, will go away, and you will be shocked by what returns in it's place.
Emotions, feelings, a good nights sleep, will all start to come back. I am so thankful to have real feelings whether they are good or bad, at least I am LIVING MY LIFE! INSTEAD OF LIVING A LIE!!
I have two pieces of advice I would like to share that have helped me make it.
Get rid of every pill in your house, car, work drawer, etc.... Delete/cut off ties that you have to your pills, all phone numbers, stay away from enabling friends and family members for awhile.
Secondly, make this site a frequent stop in your life, especially the first 10 days. I can barely put into words how much the SECRET DETOXER group means to me. All of you have unconditionally supported a broken, guilt ridden, ashamed man, and have done it based only on the most truthful post I could have written.
My day one post opened doors I never anticipated would open, and inspired me to not only keep on my journey one day at a time, but also assist others just like me.
I know it's only day 20 but I know I will succeed, and I love you all dearly for your support, inspiration, and help.
Be strong, healthy, and sober-all of my DETOXER friends, and all of you reading this post.
Peace Joe
It's hard to imagine 20 days without pills, yet here I am. I just read my original post last night and it is simply amazing, that I am the same guy. The anxiousness, and fear of living without pills has subsided and I feel great about that. I still have periodic mental battles between the recovering ME and the addicted ME. I awoke yesterday after a poor nights sleep, with a headache, and the desire to call in sick to work, even though I knew that wasnt an option. My head told me that I could really jump-start my day with just one norco. ERRRRR! To hell with that, I will never be be overpowered by those pills again, NEVER. I went to work, got through the sluggishness, and had a productive day.
To all of you whom are new to this forum, welcome and yes you can also make it to day 20, I PROMISE!!!!! It will not be easy, but believe me your body and mind will reward you for your efforts. The constant fatigue will depart, your sex drive will come back, you will be able to look people in the eye. The clock watching, pill counting, and I CAN'T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT AT LEAST 3 PILLS, ANXIETY FILLED, BULLSHEET of a life, will go away, and you will be shocked by what returns in it's place.
Emotions, feelings, a good nights sleep, will all start to come back. I am so thankful to have real feelings whether they are good or bad, at least I am LIVING MY LIFE! INSTEAD OF LIVING A LIE!!
I have two pieces of advice I would like to share that have helped me make it.
Get rid of every pill in your house, car, work drawer, etc.... Delete/cut off ties that you have to your pills, all phone numbers, stay away from enabling friends and family members for awhile.
Secondly, make this site a frequent stop in your life, especially the first 10 days. I can barely put into words how much the SECRET DETOXER group means to me. All of you have unconditionally supported a broken, guilt ridden, ashamed man, and have done it based only on the most truthful post I could have written.
My day one post opened doors I never anticipated would open, and inspired me to not only keep on my journey one day at a time, but also assist others just like me.
I know it's only day 20 but I know I will succeed, and I love you all dearly for your support, inspiration, and help.
Be strong, healthy, and sober-all of my DETOXER friends, and all of you reading this post.
Peace Joe
I was rooting for Furyk too... So bummed he was on top and ended where they all did... But look the worlds top players didn't even make cut... Watson and etc.... Yeah they are long games lol I think my mom was ready to chuck the remote at the tv half way through... But yeah it was such a disappointing ending..... Oh and ur mind games... Those kind are ok. Nothing stimulated with pills u have permission ... Go ahead and say a great game score.... Lol. Plus I know my youngest son Tyler 14. He's not far off on his game from those guys.... His reason to play golf professionally one day .... To be rich .... Lol. Kids!!!
Sorry about the golf talk folks but I'm really loving this stuff!!! Lol. Plus I tell my mom I'd look cute in the golf skirts and matching shoes!!! Lol. Again great job my friend!!!
Sorry about the golf talk folks but I'm really loving this stuff!!! Lol. Plus I tell my mom I'd look cute in the golf skirts and matching shoes!!! Lol. Again great job my friend!!!
Great job bud, you are doing fantastic.
Yes I do get the headaches, but honestly less than when I was taking 5 norco. I always had a comedown headache which would leadcm to taking more to try and cover up the headache. Crazy thinking, I know. I know you have problems with ibuprofen, but that's what I take now and it does work for me.
Not really the racing heart, but after golfing on fathers day, I had an very anxious half hour in which I wished I could find one pill to relieve the back pain and stiffness. Worst craving in a long time, but better today.
Be strong, and the headaches will subside as we get healthier and back to normal.
Best wishes, bones
Yes I do get the headaches, but honestly less than when I was taking 5 norco. I always had a comedown headache which would leadcm to taking more to try and cover up the headache. Crazy thinking, I know. I know you have problems with ibuprofen, but that's what I take now and it does work for me.
Not really the racing heart, but after golfing on fathers day, I had an very anxious half hour in which I wished I could find one pill to relieve the back pain and stiffness. Worst craving in a long time, but better today.
Be strong, and the headaches will subside as we get healthier and back to normal.
Best wishes, bones
Still a day ahead of me, and that's great. Keep it that way! Have you been getting headaches? I have and I am wishing they would go away. Atleast I'm not taking norco to kill the pain. My heart is still racing at times. Are you dealing with any of this?
Dixie,
No my game is very average at best, my mind just plays tricks on me like with pills, and tells me I'm better than what I am, lol. Furyk by the way is my favorite player, I was DEVASTATED by the way it ended. My 8 year old son finally looked at me at like 10pm and said DAD! I know it's fathers day, but you have been watching golf for 5 HOURS!!!!!!
Thanks all, and stay healthy
Joe
No my game is very average at best, my mind just plays tricks on me like with pills, and tells me I'm better than what I am, lol. Furyk by the way is my favorite player, I was DEVASTATED by the way it ended. My 8 year old son finally looked at me at like 10pm and said DAD! I know it's fathers day, but you have been watching golf for 5 HOURS!!!!!!
Thanks all, and stay healthy
Joe
Omg...maybe ur game is good!!! The U S open was not going so good... Some of my fav didn't even make the cut. Then this weekend everyone was waaaaay over.... :) Lol my Hubby didn't realize how much I watch golf with my dad and saw me yelling at everyone this weekend.. Saying their names and he was like wth??? How do u know all this... My dad just cracked up. Lol. Sorry I know golf talk but after u posted that I was pretty sure u could play like them too... Lol :). Anyways again great job!!! Keep it up ok
Thanks, Dix, nomore and waz,
I don't really feel the need to post as much, and will try to keep to milestones. It was very emotional for me to write this post for some reason. I still read other post usually everyday and try to off support to others.
I needed a caddy this weekend because after watching The US Open all weekend I was pretty sure I could play just like them, NOT! LOL,
Love you guys, and have a great and healthy week.
Hang in there Waz, you know those pills don't help with everyday stress, it's just your mind playing games. Sonrissa may need to give u baby tap with her 2x4, to knock that thought out of your head
I don't really feel the need to post as much, and will try to keep to milestones. It was very emotional for me to write this post for some reason. I still read other post usually everyday and try to off support to others.
I needed a caddy this weekend because after watching The US Open all weekend I was pretty sure I could play just like them, NOT! LOL,
Love you guys, and have a great and healthy week.
Hang in there Waz, you know those pills don't help with everyday stress, it's just your mind playing games. Sonrissa may need to give u baby tap with her 2x4, to knock that thought out of your head
I've been wondering where u have been. Omg 20 days so so cool!!! U have done great. I know it's hard when we look back and see who we really were it's disgusting. But it's also a reminder of who we don't want to be again. It feels great to come out of the fog and actually enjoy life. :) and golf... Have u been watching the USOpen?? Ugh... :) anyways I am very proud of u. We have been on this journey together and u have remained positive and focused.... It's hard to do but can be done... Ha and we didn't need the 2x4 to smack u upside the head.... :) But I agree with all u said. Cutting ties and then being in this place non stop the first two weeks. I'm still on everyday. Just lurking at people!!!! 4 weeks today for me :) but... So so proud of u. I have been Waiting for u postings. U are AWESOME !!!! Enjoy this....u deserve it!!!! :)
Whoo Hooooooo Bones! I think it's 21 days now right?
Great job! Keep up the great work. Feels amazing doesn't it?
Great job! Keep up the great work. Feels amazing doesn't it?
Crazy, great news. Feels wonderful to be in this new place, doesn't it? We will all still struggle. This has been a not-so-great week for me emotionally. But I find I deal with issues and stress face on instead of popping pills and hiding in the dark. You have been so positive since day 1. You have been such an inspiration to all those you've shared your personal journey with and advice provided to those who needed support. You are a great man! Stay strong my friend and remember, your caddies are just waiting for the call!
waz
waz
Thanks littlebit for your support from day one, I sooo appreciate it., thanks Dane, day by day, hour by hour
Bones
Bones
Awww Sonrissa, you crack me up. Yes we were all scared to death huh? We were all a big ole hot mess, but somehow we all leaned on each, or used a 2x4, detox gun, and various silly stories to keep each other motivated. I am so proud of you.
Keep leading the way for me, and I'll keep following.
Bones
Keep leading the way for me, and I'll keep following.
Bones
You sound great!!!! I just love your positive attitude! Keep up the good work and hold your sobriety close to your vest.
Awwww Bones! I remember that post! I was only just a few days into my withdrawal! We walked together with all The Secret Detoxers! Oh what a mess we all were! So very proud of you! It feels great to write these posts, doesn't it? You do sound like a completely different man! And a happy one at that! Thank you for all you do for me, and for everyone! Such good laughs with you and all of us! Never leave here, There is always someone who will need your help and advice! Much love to the man I would marry if he weren't married! LOL!! Stay strong my very dear friend! Keep moving forward! On to day 30!!
Wonderful, thoughtful and happy post! Glad you are still fighting the fight! Keep up the good work!
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