who would have thought? one month...

[Ben727]

Hey, just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has been so supportive through this amazing journey. 31 days of no opiates, no HC, nothing. Who woulda thought? What a great group of people on this site, I really mean that, and I can't say how grateful I am for all that everyone has said. It seems sort of miraculous that I've made it this far - I haven't wavered, but I'm not letting my guard down for a minute, thanks for everyone's support in that.

A short story: I cut off ties to anyone who had HC when I quit, but a few days ago a friend that I never knew used flat out offered me a couple. I surprised myself by almost standing up and saying "I can't even see those things man, get them away from me." It wasn't a planned thing, that was just my natural reaction :) He did and I basically moved on and forgot about them. Where did that come from!?

I am pretty blown away by the positive changes in my life at one month. I have an emotional "connectedness" that I had forgotten existed. I feel absolutely amazing in the morning, instead of miserable and starting the day with WD. I have saved, hmmm, do I even want to know? Sure. About $7500. That's at least $12K I'd have to earn to spend that (with taxes and all) in one month. I do like this part a lot, I must admit :) I see things with so much more clarity. Feelings are so much more pure. Instead of stressing, worrying, and feeling guilty about HC use all the time, I am stressing and worrying about my job and family all the time. I think my priorities make a lot more sense now :)

For anyone out there doubting they can do it - it can be done. I am living proof of that. For everyone at day 15, it will get better, I promise you that. For everyone at 60 days, thanks for the inspiration and advice, you know I mean that.

I still have a long way to go. I really don't have bad days, but I do have bad sections of days. I do flash back to WD at odd times - but hey, I was a heavy user, what do you expect? I'm only at one month. I am really just kind of surprised and grateful to be here, and I don't see any way I can back down now - I've come to far! Thanks again all, you are the best!

[weaver71]

That's a landmark for sure. When something seems difficult, I just remind myself, "I quit opiates! I can do anything!" Using the resources saved and the determination learned from addiction recovery, we all have above average potential. I love to hear success stories. Thanks for sharing.

[Clong45]

Grats to you!  I know all too much about the money thing.  In the beginning when I started noticing how much extra cash I had.  I would be shopping for something and be hesitant on spending money for things I wanted.  Then I thought "Man, I would spend at least this much for drugs every day and not think twice about it"..I have no problem spending money now.  Go get you and your family something nice, take a weekend vacation or something..You deserve it!

[kyle505]

Me! Me! I'd of thought!
Be proud. A month is amazing. Really amazing. Maybe on your 60 day anniversay share your story. It needs to be read. Congrats.

[vicki595]

That's a. LOT of CASH!!!!

Good job Ben!  Good for YOU!

[selfinduced]

WOW....WOW again! Great post and inspiration. You've done the hard work to get where you are and now you get to reap the rewards. Treat yourself to something you have not been able to do/get while on pills. You deserve it. 30 days is SPECTACULAR. Life will just get better and better! Much respect.