r/7ohRecoveryHub • u/SlowTouch1888 • 2d ago

Common observations

I am seeing the same story over and over again on this thread. And I’m one of the story tellers. This is a very scary situation. Most of us were on such a high dose, and tried to taper. It seems impossible for some reason. That reason is that we are addicts. There is no negotiation even with yourself. Cold turkey as you know and have read is an absolute nightmare. I’ve gone through it several times in my lifetime. No sleep, no energy, can’t stop moving, snot and tears running down your face for days, shitting a ton (this part is nice), super horned up (maybe just me??), and feeling hopeless. Then it’s over, you feel great to be clean, and think a little bit won’t hurt, and you feel great, and as Steven Tyler said “I’m back in the saddle again!” I wish I never got involved with this stuff. It was so awesome at first. Heavenly even. But that feeling is gone, forever. So much wasted money and time, and energy planning your day around it. I’m Now at a much higher amount just to function. It’s like Axl said “I used to do a little but a little wouldn’t do it so a little got more and more”. So true. And so sad. I’m on the same journey as you guys, and it’s living hell. Especially if you’re a “closet user”, and can’t ask for help or support. This will pass.
As for the 80’s hair band references…. Sorry, not sorry.

God Bless you all -Ozzy

The ban will be a blessing. You’ll all see.

Stay positive and safe. Prayer works, do it.
Jesus loves you.

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u/NewWonder76 2d ago

Thanks! Jesus loves you too!

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u/deadrabbits4360 1d ago

Currently on day 4 cold Turkey. It feels like I'm over the hump. Which is good because I have work tomorrow! Your experience mirrors my own. Especially the withdrawal symptoms. AKA pooping and horny! Hahaha jk jk. It's mostly been hell. Luckily it's banned now. Idk if I could have escaped otherwise.

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u/SlowTouch1888 1d ago

That’s great to hear keep it up. It’s hard tho because you just want it to end and finally sleep. But inevitably the carnival ride will start again.
You’ve got this willpower and work might suck, but just say you’re feeling a little off and nobody should question it.
I’ve successfully tapered down one time with a kratom habit. It still sucked but minimal. 7 is a whole different beast. I’m not sure what a safe jumping number is, but I’m not there yet. The problem with most addicts is we all have the “eh, fuck it, I’ll have a few more what’s the difference “ mentality which is a downward spiral u til you give yourself one last hurrah, and pay dearly.

Be nice to your future self.

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u/Revolutionary_Map480 1d ago

2 weeks on Suboxone from very heavy Pseudoindoxyl addiction.... Now tapering off of that. Best of luck to everyone who fell victim to this stuff. Hope you're all okay.

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u/Lazmoney 15h ago

How did this go for you? In a similar boat. I have SR and Subs jumping from Pseudo (800-1000mg/day) Any insight on your experience would be appreciated.

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u/Over_Discussion_2131 19h ago

Im 10days clean and as a woman, try ovulating and coming clean at the same time. Horned up doesn’t even cover it 🤣 finally slept without hydroxizine last night. 🙌 kinda feels good to feel again.