Kevin // Active Recovery: Driving, Facing Fears, & Learning How To Work w/ Your Symptoms

#benzowithdrawal #healing #deprescribing
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Kevin Kirk is 48 years old, married with three daughters, and currently living in Kentucky. After graduating high school, he served in the United States Air Force. After serving, he went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from Western Kentucky University and a master’s degree from Eastern Kentucky University. His work experience includes two years at a psychiatric hospital, 12 years with the state as a social worker and probation officer, and 10 years as a Program Director for various private nonprofits. His secondary job (and my favorite) was working as a Divemaster for a local dive shop. He earned numerous certifications in Public Safety Diving, Cave Diving, Technical Diving, and several other various certifications both recreational and professional. His family and friends would describe him as a thrill seeker. He loved anything with a motor and was usually the first one to try anything (racing, bungee jumping, flying, roller coasters, anything that would get the adrenaline flowing). This is who he used to be prior to being misdiagnosed and prescribed psychiatric medications including benzodiazepines.

[@staceyvandruff8781]

Knowing while he’s talking he’s likely feeling rough. WARRIOR❤

[@creativesundries]

"You can't do that until you can" - very kindly put. Thank you both!

[@heidirahkola3538]

Thank you for another helpful and encouraging interview. Not many people understand the inhumane pain we go through. How can we even explain it? Just plain inhumane. I like that Baylissa uses the term ABIND, Antidepressant and Benzo induced Neurological Disfunction. I tapered off Lamictal, Trazadone and small cuts from my benzo and now down to 0.45mg of Lexapro. ( sadly even at this low dose the sert occupancy is 20% at 0.42mg.) I have very similar WD symptoms you talk about with Benzo's. The fear and terror can be so crippling. Thanks for reminding me to keep fighting through it. Keep up the great work Angie, we need to feel validated and heard.

[@elldev33]

This is great, thank you. I’m 8 months off after 10 years on K. I was in tolerance for 4 years, tapered for 3 after that. It’s been a long time since I have felt well. I make myself go out, it feels awful. Some days I just can’t do it, other days it doesn’t feel bad at all. Very hard to live life that way. More videos like this please!

[@vwalker1040]

4 months off my taper…windows and waves….slowly healing 🙂

[@susanmorgan4151]

Hopefully you are now 14 months clean! Are you still having waves?

[@Waves353]

would love to see Kevin on here again!

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

His wife will be on in 2 weeks!

[@nancylathrom520]

I am at the lowest point. Thank you for this.

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Keep going Nancy!

[@susanmorgan4151]

Hope you're doing well ❤

[@TsStone]

Thanks for a great video! In the middle of my worst period in protracted I was sent to an anxiety treatment facility for two months. One of the best in Europe. Didn’t help but one thing I learned is that we are able to do many things even if we suffer like hell. Another important lesson was that it’s no use pushing yourself to hard. We won’t get the benefit of relaxation after a panic attack as people with GAD do. It just escalates. Wait until you’re fit for fight. You will know when the day comes

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

You got it!

[@djammer]

How you feeling Tony?

[@debbiebaymiller9113]

One of the most valuable podcasts I’ve listened to! So relatable for those of us in BIND. I teared up, chuckled & learned how to proceed through this most difficult process. Many heartfelt thanks to both of you!

[@reginastone7223]

God work 🙏🏽

[@jbs9012]

Fear forward! Yay.A leap of faith. Take courage! Good work and needed reminders.Thank you!

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

You're welcome!

[@carolinecroft7029]

These interviews are so good and helpful. Please keep doing them x

[@isabelrichter8681]

Love this interview Angie and Kevin. Some great nuggets of advice.

[@christinedunn7944]

Thank you for sharing. I’m in a similar situation. This is so helpful. 😃

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Report back soon about what is most helpful for you!

[@leannhealy2062]

Great interview Thank you Angie

[@SherriUnderland]

I am right where Kevin is!

[@maryogle6865]

Thank you Angie and Kevin❤️

[@jackiegerspachhas4237]

Thank you very much for this!!!!! Very helpful!!!!! I’m very grateful for you!!!!♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Very practical advice on how to work with symptoms that remain. Thanks for commenting.

[@margitmims2176]

What video do you recommend for neuroplasticity with regards to withdrawal and recovery from antidepressants?

[@frank-yr2ux]

17 months after cold turkey. Wow still feel so bad. Eye issues and muscle tightness. feels like I'm getting a heart attack everyday. Any help out there?

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

I have coaching sessions with people if that’s the kind of support you need. Www.Angiepeacock.com

[@aprilhassell1747]

How long did he use adhd medication? Did he cold turkey off that? Then he became anxious from family stress. That part wasn't very clear.

[@juliemakin2721]

How is Kevin doing today?

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

I don’t ever like to answer for someone so I’ll tell him to come answer your comment if he feels up to it.