Keeping Your Sanity During Withdrawal

[@vernateriyaki8031]

I believe this experience has helped me grow in ways I could have never experienced in a non-withdrawal situation. I am not the same person as before I started these meds, and I think once I'm healed I will be an even better version of myself.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

That's a great outlook to have, Lin. And it's true. During this rough process, we are forced to care for and develop ourselves. So we learn a lot that serves us well for the rest of our life. Withdrawal involves pain, but once we accept that there will be a little pain for a while, we can get on with the business of developing determination and a plan to move forward toward something better.

[@francinemartinez-cruz3335]

Lin Kensington how are you doing

[@DK-hd9yc]

Simply the best counselor on this topic on KZbin. Very thoughtful and comforting.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Appreciate that. Thank you.

[@Bomaximus9]

I love all of you. We will get through this. God bless you all!!!!!!!

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Yes, you will get through. Thanks for the comment!

[@officerfarva3666]

I needed this today!! Thank you so much! This saved my sanity. I’m in a horrible setback and am trying to de-stress and I remembered your channel and have been binge watching your videos because they’re so encouraging and soothing.

[@luisrosales4830]

Hey we’re you able to leave the anxiety meds? Ive been taking them for about 9 years and and I want to leave them for good since I feel like they’re doing more harm than good.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

So glad you enjoy them over and over. Take care today!

[@shaktibloomyogawithgwen107]

You are providing a service that is divinely inspired! I so appreciate that you provide HOPE! So often when I turn online for support, which seems to be the only place to find candid talk on this topic, it is full of doom and gloom. I already have plentiful doom and gloom, what I need more than anything now, is light, candor and above all... hope. THANK YOU!🙏

[@TheLovelyGrind]

You are so welcome! Take care and keep watching!

[@Riyak701]

😮😮

[@machachaist]

Every time he says take care of yourself and your dreams I start to cry... Thanks Mike and all the community, it really helps , and dont feel like im alone in this. (Paroxetine for 20!!!! years, I was 23, now 43. one week without it... feels like HELL)

[@TheLovelyGrind]

It will get better!

[@jacklannom5155]

Klonopin made it so I don't have any dreams or goals. And I can't stand the insomnia

[@jacklannom5155]

Plus I feel like I have the mind and emotions of a ten year old. Omg

[@janetmanzo4614]

oh, thanks Michael that was a caring, motivating, and inspiring message. my therapist said I must slow down.i can only go out 3 days a week 4 hours a day. 2 hours out for therapist. these are the darn restrictions I'm dealing with in this place. it's not jail, but it feels like it. only here because there's nowhere to go. I'm looking for an apartment. for seniors. it's stressful with my DUI record. recovering alcoholic. haven't dran, k in 4 years when I get out I walk walk walk, it lowers stress. and sit and relax in the park close by.thanks for your blessing. it's sick! I sometimes have dreams about my Valiums, that's crazy.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Just keep at your journey, Janet. Sorry for how the restrictions are making things more difficult. Just keep finding whatever people and activities you can to uplift and motivate yourself. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@andolski]

You are saving lives friend.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

That is the goal. Thanks so much for the comment!

[@andyharrier]

I went through severe withdrawal off of Seroquel and Zyprexa. I was on the highest dose possible of Seroquel and a high dose of Zyprexa. Due to a newly discovered heart disorder I had to come off both of them cold turkey. It was freaking hell. A year off of them and I am still going through it trying to find a medication that works. This is freaking hell. Because of my heart condition there is only a few medications that I can take now and I'm not talking just psych meds I'm talking any kind of medication I can't even take Benadryl. I suffer from something called Long QT syndrome.

[@leannevoth8817]

Amen!👍 thankyou for your encouragement!

[@TheLovelyGrind]

You're so welcome, Leanne!

[@TFemm44]

I needed this so bad, in a bad bad wave at 13 months off... thanks Michael

[@prayforhealing1729]

TFemm44 Hello. what were you on and for how long? What symptoms are you having?

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Glad you found a little hope from the video, Tom. Don't get discouraged. The process is up and down, but always moving in the right direction overall. Be patient, more windows will come soon.

[@jim3333311]

Hi, thank goodness I found you! I was on Paxil for 20 years at a low dose. After awhile it stopped working for me...long story short and after being switched several other SSRIs I decided to stop all together. I was aware that I needed to slowly wean off I did it in about 2months. I’ve been off Paxil now for 5 months and still experience withdrawal. The doctor says it isn’t possible....I’m a mess and petrified that I’ll never be well again. Has anyone experienced Paresthesia? The internal nervousness and tingling? It’s driving me crazy the dr says it’s anxiety and it will go away on its own. I’ve had it for months now. Could it be part of the withdrawal?

[@xomosmanifestos4580]

@@jim3333311 ,Hi there I too am going through a very tough time. I'm experiencing the parathesia also..I also have the burning skin aspect..living in my head on a fear loop is scaring me..I don't know if I can help you but I can listen if you need to talk..isolation and holding things to myself can make things magnified..Plus I have a tough time remembering I'm not the only one feeling so strange and frightened..

[@nokomismn9685]

TFemm44 - Tom, please come back and tell how you're doing now. (I tapered off effexor in 2018 and mirtazapine in 2021, so I can share my experiences too if you have any questions.~ Lois)

[@bobleglob162]

Well this is weird. My kitchen is decorated with the same wallpaper, in the same color and the exact same cabinets.

[@whatistrue0293]

I believe it is my faith in Christ that’s helping me from not going insane. The pain and rolling waves are terrible. Xanax is so evil.

[@whatistrue0293]

@Love One another I’m praying for anyone going through the nightmare of benzo withdrawal. It is a very very slow heal... 21 months and still moving forward with the help of Jesus... Hope you are doing well... 🙏

[@havefoodwilltravel2432]

Hi Michael, I stumbled upon your videos. They are vey helpful. Thank you very much.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

I'm so glad that you found my content. I hope that it continues to help you through whatever your situation is right now. Stay connected here, and talk soon.

[@jamespisano9159]

You’ve been extremely helpful in this process. I’ve been on Effexor for 12 years and when it changed the person I was I weened off only to be thrust into crippling anxiety and insomnia. Only to crawl back to psych meds again and go through the mill of over 18 different medications in 5 years all having horrible effects on me. I’m finally down to 25 mg. of nortriptyline and .5 of klonopin, dealing with extreme burning and pain in nerves , bouts of depression and de realization. Working hard changed my diet exercising practicing chi kung taking supplements. It’s scary though and feel very hopeless most of the time. Thankyou for your encouragement.

[@bugosestfire]

How are you today?

[@bugosestfire]

How are you today ?

[@rustymullins6623]

I love your testimony…thank you

[@jamespisano9159]

@@bugosestfire slowly recovering ❤️‍🩹 takes long for brain 🧠 and nervous system to heal

[@rakemesify]

Your videos give me hope on this withdrawal journey. Thank you so much.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

You're welcome, Shoshi. Keep the hope and keep moving forward.

[@rustymullins6623]

This is about as close at it gets…thank you

[@TheLovelyGrind]

You're very welcome!

[@flowerpower3618]

Thankyou for talking about the importance of scripture reading.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Lauri, yes a spiritual life is so important. I especially focused on Gospel messages of healing and hope, on Psalms of comfort, and on short devotional readings that were soothing, things that could get a positive thought into my head and heart before I began a difficult day. It is so necessary to realize a higher sense of comfort and protection and direction in all of this. Take care.

[@carlosnataljr1895]

Great video.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Thanks!

[@cherryrotella3714]

Thankyou so very very much

[@TheLovelyGrind]

You're very welcome, Cherry!

[@1MNUTZ]

Your videos are so helpful. You are an amazing individual.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

So glad you enjoy the videos! Take care today!

[@carolyndamico2924]

These videos make me feel, I can beat this. Been reading , horror stories on people withdrawls. . Been tapering the dosage myself , of lorazepam to 1/2 of pill. From 2 pills per day. Makes me upset a bit, that the medical field provided this so called medicine. Never really going over the side effects. I should of done some research first. I love the positive thoughts you have. Am determined to get off of this stuff.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Great attitude, Carolyn! Determination will bring you far in this journey. Stay determined and encouraged!

[@vwalker1040]

How did your taper go? Were you able to get off of lorazepam? I’m at .44 mg and still tapering.

[@carolyndamico2924]

@@vwalker1040 my taper went with true grit and determination to get off of this poison. It’s a process, each day is a win. It’s takes time, took me months. What else I did, was get more exercise. Walk, ride a bike, swim. Something to tire you out. Focus on perhaps a new hobby, reading, finding a new skill. Takes my mind of not looking at clock. For pill consumption. I sleep so much better now, and naturally. When I say months like 10 months or more. Some folks take longer, some shorter. You got this, YOU CAN WIN this. Recently went to a new doctor in my area. Saw in my files WAS prescribed this poison. Did mention to new doctor, patients should be aware of addiction. Stated never want this or any other addicting pills. Do your withdrawal slow. I believe in you.😎

[@vwalker1040]

Thank you!

[@janetmanzo4614]

I was forced off of Valium 3 x a day, being in jail. I'm in halfway house now. my anxiety is worse. I took benzos for about 30 years, the only thing that helps is being on them! I'm miserable. I've been off them 22 months now, not getting any better. I have rage, racing thoughts I'm on disability partly because of this. I'm 65, people think that I'm crazy, I swear. just wanna be with my family again. help me!!

[@TheLovelyGrind]

It will be okay, Janet. Keep watching, and lean on the Lord each day as well. He must come first, and He will not abandon us! Don't get discouraged.

[@bashastarker6533]

I am so glad I found you! Thank you so much!

[@TheLovelyGrind]

You’re welcome. Take care today!

[@lauriina85]

Did you feel your brain doesn't function normally and can't understand a simple thing? I fear brain damage, mri was fine. I don't understand anything normal life and can't function and am homebound, tried to exposer to store but have too stimulated and have panic attacks in my mom's car and i can't go anymore even for walks (i love to exercise and run) but my brain is shutting down abd can't see people. Am tapering third time, two times were too quick and now with Ashton manual. Have dp/dr and agoraphobia. I'm in constant fight or flight state and can't be with anybody because I just tell my hell all the time to my loved ones and feel like I'm in a different reality from other people. I do everyday at least breathing meditation and vagus nerve stretching. Thank you for your video and thank you if you can answer.

[@raechelyndawn2580]

You are awesome! Thanks for doing this! 💙

[@TheLovelyGrind]

You're very welcome! Stay connected here and take care!

[@anayarey]

You are helping me so much

[@TheLovelyGrind]

So glad to be a help to you! Take care today!

[@yonasgoldstein3977]

God bless you !

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Thank you! You too. Stay connected here!

[@Butterfly-vd4tg]

Getting off effexor after 4 years. Since april taper slowly 75mg.. 15 litte beads left. First taper from 150 mg to 0 in 4 months my doctor said and then horrible withdrawal then reinstated again it was horrible wanted to die. Now go very slowly but withdrawal is hard. Want to be happy again after 4 years of this drug.. Please pray for me.

[@nokomismn9685]

Butterfly 777 - Best wishes to you. I finished tapering off effexor in 2018.

[@Butterfly-vd4tg]

@@nokomismn9685 how are you now? 12 days at 0mg feelibg anger, depressed and off with dizziness and nausea

[@jasonengel4122]

Hey there, I am in month for after four years on different medications. I have very severe derealization/depersonalization. How long would you say those symptoms were super severe for you? It’s very scary and life as I knew it seems so unfamiliar and otherworldly

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Timelines are different for everyone and involve a lot of different variables. I can't say for certain how long a specific symptom was severe for me, and it wouldn't necessarily apply to you or anyone else anyway. I can say that the dp/dr got better gradually and will for you too given more time. I talk about this quiet a bit. Give it more time, and also find self-care and lifestyle habits that help you to feel "connected" on a more regular basis - connected with body, mind, soul, and future in a good way!

[@tonycerino9645]

I just came off celexa cold turkey. I still take klonopin but I'd rather to just be on benzos. I'm done with SSRI meds.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

These two classes of meds each have their own problems, but I will say that the antidepressant withdrawal can be even more challenging in some ways. I still can't believe that our society ever accepted the idea that these medications were a good idea for the general population. They change the way we think, feel, and process information and emotions, so it is like signing ourselves away in some respects. They aren't solutions for anything, but rather Trojan horses that are carrying a whole army of symptoms and destructive forces. Take care!

[@khajababu1403]

@@TheLovelyGrind can i tapper of both clonazepam (0.5 mg) & vortioxetin (10mg) have been using for 3 weeks only.. I don't want to stay on these pills which cannot give me relef rather more I'll feeling.. Please advice me n ur support needed 🙏

[@TheLovelyGrind]

@@khajababu1403 I couldn't say if you should or shouldn't get off meds, that is a personal decision, but I can say that it is possible to get off these drugs if a person is willing to care for themselves and make improvements in lifestyle and mindset, etc. And you must be patient as you work through the life changes you want to make. The drugs in my mind aren't solutions. If you personally decide to get off them, find a gradual method that works for you and maybe do one at a time. And care for yourself and stay positive as you do so! All the best!

[@khajababu1403]

@@TheLovelyGrind I can feel u sir, I am already started tappering clonazepam 0.5 mg 2 days before, severe vomting n diarrhea is present,, but i slept like a baby for 10 hours, which was unable to sleep 2 hours when I am taking clonazepam at night, isn't this a gud sign? But, I do have headaches back n neck pain but, not so severe this time.. I feel it's journey to healing, what do u think sir, iam totally come off clonazepam (0.5mg) using from 3 weeks only, I don't wanna go back to them, I need ur support n help sir,! Please support us🙏

[@penniewallace9090]

Wonderful videos you like a cool glass of water in the desert thank you so much I think that’s what you need most of all is someone to tell you you’re going to be OK. I like the fact that you combine the body the mind and the spiritual all together to make up the person. I sure needed this thanks again

[@TheLovelyGrind]

You're very welcome. Yes, those facets all work together; none can be ignored when we are looking to improve our well-being! Take care, and keep watching!

[@chrisnewton2325]

I needed to hear this so thank you

[@TheLovelyGrind]

You're welcome, Chris!

[@momoftwo571]

Where is God in all this? My head symptoms are so intense. I cry all day.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

God is in those tears right now. He is there with you, trust me. Ironically, our darkest days might bring us closer to God. Just don't forget to invite Him into everything you are going through. Ask Him to heal and care for you, and thank Him when a moment of relief comes upon you. It will get much easier.

[@momoftwo571]

The Lovely Grind I think God has forgotten me. I pray and pray. Nothing changes no relief. I was told that my brain cells have changed permanently and the pain will never go away be I have nerve damage going from my neck to all over my head. It’s surreal what I endure. Yet, I cry out for God and find no comfort.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

@@momoftwo571 Stop talking to whoever told you that the pain will never go away. Find some positive people, make a daily gratitude list, keep seeking out encouraging information, believe that tomorrow can be better than today.

[@Ballard206Journal]

I have had them too.. I was on paxil 24 years. Off it now 17 weeks.. Many intrusive scary thoughts

[@marshagreene7926]

Mom Of Two Hi how are you doing? I’m 3 days off my antidepressant only being on a month and a half but trying 5 different ones what hell it was and is! How long have you been off? Any feedback is much appreciated

[@teresaj7796]

I am still tapering...I am still have withdrawal sims like sometimes the withdrawal get worse.

[@SVea864]

Thanx. I still on xanax but will go to detox and then a year rehab. I been lonely and scared still while i take the xanax i can be scared . I really needed this .

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Keep walking the walk of healing. So glad you found my video when you needed it! Take care and keep watching!

[@janetmanzo4614]

I also experience extreme sweating, which to me is gross. I now live within the city, I'm scared to death down here. gotta get back to my Dr. everything is rush, rush ,rush, here, thatakes it worse too.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Reducing stress, slowing down, is necessary to restoration and recovery. Find ways to reduce your stress and get into nature when possible! Take care, Janet!

[@joetesmer9071]

Love your videos!

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Thank you!

[@caseyl.1684]

Nauseous and gastritis is really bad with zyprexa wd. It's really bad

[@TheLovelyGrind]

So many symptoms ...

[@Zakoid1]

I wish there was someone around me.... Tapering alone, yes I go on forums but they can be scary. I'm terrified, but it's my own fault, I chose illicit use without being educated.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Yes, support of a positive nature always helps. Keep looking for that.

[@Zakoid1]

@@TheLovelyGrind Thank you

[@thewaterprophet6880]

I can’t concentrate on anything for long and very uncoordinated. The derealisation is awful. It comes in and out. X

[@TheLovelyGrind]

That is a real Twilight Zone experience for a time, but it does get better, trust me! Take care and keep watching!

[@thewaterprophet6880]

The Lovely Grind can I ask one question? Breathing....I got scared to breath full because when I do it releases tension patterns. Kind of a catch 22. Any thoughts?

[@TheLovelyGrind]

@@thewaterprophet6880 There's just a lot of overthinking that goes on in withdrawal, so my simple advice is not to overthink a natural bodily function like breathing. Also, we breath shallow with anxiety and chronic stress, so deep belly breathing exercises help to get that back on track. Take care and keep watching!

[@MonacoRocha]

Hi Michael.. I was on Klonopin (Clonazepam) 0.5 for 20 years Before bedtime..Tapered for 19 months... Took my last dose April 1st 2021 44 days ago... the taper wasn't that painful... 44 days off & once in a while I feel a tiny bit of Anxiety, I sleep much better than when I was on that Poison...I dream in colours...The whole taper was not painful... Hope I don't get Paws.... COLD SHOWERS OUT OF BED IN THE MORNING 365 DAYS A YEAR..... DIET... NO JUNK FOOD EVER OR SUGAR....EXERCISE.... YOGA .... WIM HOF BREATHING METHOD 4 ROUNDS SAVED ME FROM WHEN I WAS FEELING SOME PAIN.... JOGGING... NO BOOZE OR SMOKING.... FRUITS & VEGETABLES NUTS & SEEDS ...... M. E. D. I. T. A. T. I. O. N. a MUST !!!

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Keep doing the right things for yourself, Mario. With persistence the breakthroughs happen!

[@khajababu1403]

I am on 0.5 mg on klonopin for one month, can i cold turkey or going tapper, please ur help needed. 🙏

[@khajababu1403]

I am on 0.5 mg on klonopin for one month, can i cold turkey or going tapper, please ur help needed. 🙏 I don wanna regret in future

[@Maximusbyronus]

Thanks for all the videos. They seem to be helping me during my withdrawal. I was wondering if you tapered off your medications, or did you cease cold turkey?

[@TheLovelyGrind]

I got off the SSRI pretty quickly, almost cold turkey but not quite. I tapered the benzo over the course of about 12-15 months. Take care today and keep watching!

[@MonacoRocha]

Hi.. I have 1 question for you .. Does 100% of everyone who took Benzos have Terrible Withdrawal ? because I have been talking to people who were on klonopin for a while & did a Slow Taper off of 0.5 ( 16 months ) & Got off with minimal Withdrawl...... no horse stories ...

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Hi Mario, the experiences are varied for sure.

[@roberthazouri3236]

Will I still have an anxiety disorder once I am healed? Will I still be an anxious person? Or will the healing process heal that as well?

[@BB-fv2nf]

Huh. I start crying because i know that you understand me and you dont have any idea who i am. I am on 0,625mg of xanax (before sleeping) . I was thinking about spliting it on half for first tapper, would you recomend that? Thank you for helping..

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Sorry for the delayed reply. I would make the cut less than 50 percent, although if I'm reading it correctly you aren't on a very high amount. Everything depends on the individual situation, but generally smaller percentage cuts are going to be best. Hope you're doing well!

[@danb3657]

I'm not looking for supplements to be a cure, but do things like GABA, 5HTP, magnesium, etc help with pronounced symptoms? I realize these should be combined with exercise and other lifestyle changes and not viewed as a miracle cure.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

I think that if a person is drawing up a pie chart of what things will lead to healing and ultimately make the biggest difference in his or her wellness, happiness, and state of mind, supplements would make up a very small portion of that pie, maybe 10-15 percent. That being said, if you are doing the other, more important things for yourself, then the right supplement could give an edge or help things out. Personally, I think that fish oil and vitamin D are important, especially vitamin D for people who have come off meds and don't get a lot of natural sunlight because of geography or whatever. Hope that helps!

[@danb3657]

@@TheLovelyGrind thanks for the response! One day at a time.

[@TheLovelyGrind]

@@danb3657 Absolutely!

[@1MNUTZ]

Gaba,NAC,l theanine,l tryptophan, lions mane,magnesium,b vitamin complex, fish oil, dim plus. Microdose of psilocybin with lions mane and niacin helped a lot

[@Machete1708]

I’m trying to come off abilify from 5 mg to 2 mg, I’m hurting like a mug right now

[@TheLovelyGrind]

You've made progress. Keep at it, that hurt doesn't last forever!

[@boomboxboy7729]

What are your thoughts on other medications to help with benzo withdrawal? I haven't taken anything yet and it's been 10 months. Do you advise it?

[@TheLovelyGrind]

I don't advise it. Again, everyone must make an individual decision about such things, but my thinking is that, by definition, How can a medication "help" with withdrawal, because each med will eventually have its own withdrawal. That is a slippery slope that leads away from a solution, in my mind. So try to avoid it if you can. Take care!

[@nokomismn9685]

@@TheLovelyGrind - I took mirtazapine to cope with venlafaxine withdrawal and am now struggling to overcome addiction to mirtazapine.

[@martinacuna3204]

The void of nothingness!!! Practice being mindfulness...just sit there and do nothing but observe...observe you breathe your skin warmness..just sit still

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Many people can't sit still and just "be," and this human problem comes to a head during withdrawal as restlessness amps up! The more we can work on ways to be present and content, the more our healing and health will progress! Take care!

[@martinacuna3204]

@@TheLovelyGrind yessir right on..take good care

[@martinacuna3204]

@@TheLovelyGrind your right it takes being strong minded..yea widthrawls are so bad..

[@Psych1_-]

I was wondering how long you waited to taper xanax after your paxil taper? How long did you taper the paxil for?

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Paxil taper was very quick, not recommended. Longer Xanax taper (over a year) and began it basically as I was finishing the Paxil. Hope that helps.

[@Psych1_-]

@@TheLovelyGrind Thanks! Yeah that's going to be a really rough time. I've been on 20mg paxil for 20 years and wanted to try going off. I started a taper about 10 years ago without knowing about withdrawals (doctors said it's not bad). I went from 20 to 15 and for the first 2 weeks I was ok with just brain zaps. then week 3 I got horrible insomnia, and bad anxiety and went back up to 20.... I want to try again, and this time my eyes are open to it being difficult.

[@ravimn4637]

I feel like something is moving in thr right side of my brain and i am so worried that i have a brain tumor. Is it normal during withdrawal?

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Yes, normal to feel "brain movement." Doesn't last forever. Take care!

[@ravimn4637]

@@TheLovelyGrind thank you! It has already left me but constant anxiety feeling is still their. I hope it will also go away

[@ravimn4637]

@Barbara Happyface I'm better thank you. I didn't feel any pain i just felt movement.

[@francinemartinez-cruz3335]

ravim n how long did the entire process for you

[@ravimn4637]

@@francinemartinez-cruz3335 5 or 6 months or so. But psychological symptoms like anxiety,depression still appears sometimes

[@MsMary414]

I went back on medication and 1 1/2 months and I’m still not adjusted. Why can’t I feel? I have no empathy no emotions I’m down I’m afraid can’t go anywhere

[@TheLovelyGrind]

Mary, the emotions come back. It is very common for medications to take away our emotional experiences for a while, then they eventually come flooding back. I know your particular situation is complex, but you will get your emotions back eventually. Don't be afraid of not being able to do things. Try to do some things anyway. Don't let fear defeat you. Take care.

[@MsMary414]

Thank you. I would think I would be better by now especially since I’m back on the medication. My worse symptoms are fear - being paralyzed and no emotions. Can’t cry and don’t care. It’s so horrible and I hope I get back to the way I was. I was such a happy person even while taking cymbalta. I just wanted to see if I could be without an antidepressant. It’s okay if I need them but I wonder when I will stabilize. Just so hard and scary. Thank you.

[@theowalcott102]

@@MsMary414 How are things for you right now?I have also reinstated about a week ago and don't feel any difference.I really cannot wait till I get my emotions back!

[@MsMary414]

@@theowalcott102 I am doing great! I am back to my old self and I am still taking 30mg cymbalta. I have emotions, I can cry, I can laugh, I enjoy life and I am back at work since October 1. I think we all can heal and if we need an antidepressant we should use it. We don't know what others do in their life that might cause the antidepressant to be adverse. For instance, I am sober and do not drink alcohol or do any mind altering drugs, nor do I drink any caffeine, etc. so I feel that my antidepressant can work properly. Everyone needs to decide what works best for them and not let others decide for them. Do what your body tells you. God bless and peace and one love! Happy New Year - 2019. To a happy and most importantly HEALTHY new year.

[@theowalcott102]

@@MsMary414 I'm glad for you Mary!I also started feeling better a month after reinstating.I have a job interview in few days hopefully I get the job and put my life in order again.At some point in the future I'll try again to taper ADs because I think I can handle OCD without them.Have a good day and keep strong!