6.5 Years Off All Psychiatric Drugs // LIFE UPDATE

[@michelleauvil86]

I have been following you since the beginning of my wd almost 4 years ago. I see huge change in you. Thank you so much for your update. I'm so happy to hear that youve started coaching. I always thought you'd be an amazing coach. You are such a strong person.

[@sangeetalambh6389]

Eliza how r u now my frd

[@phileichinger1532]

Just Love You So Much. Clear. Concise. Perfect Examples. Never Give Up Attitude.

[@ikedorsey]

I had that rash in acute withdrawal. It was like being mummified. Lasted about 9 months. Ang, you forgot to introduce your new best friend and companion. What a handsome beast!

[@SunnyCarnivore]

I had it every time i took a shower which was about once a month in acute because i was in so much pain. It looked liked thousands of bee stings and as soon as i turned the water off it burned and i would sweat; lasted two and a half years.

[@ikedorsey]

@@SunnyCarnivore Unbelievable what IT can do. I'm glad it's gone and I hope it never comes back.

[@cheesecake1003]

Brave of you to post your story like this. People out there are mean. The sensory processing issue has been the worst for me. I am 22 months off of a benzo and currently tapering seroquel. I removed the biggest stressors from my life and that helps me stay emotionally balanced. But that meant quitting my full time White collar job. But I have a van and I expect that's what I'll end up doing. Wandering aimlessly around the country in my van. I will need to figure out how to get income in a few months when the savings runs out as I redesign my life living non-drugged. But I'm confident I can figure it out. Thank you for sharing so much Angela!

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

You will figure it out! Excited for you!

[@justkeepswimming6549]

Angela, I am crying tears of joy for you. You deserve every good thing in this life my friend. We have a lot in common and I will reach out to you in the future for support. The best of luck with your new endeavors and don’t mind people that try to give you a hard time about charging for your services. What you offer is invaluable and if you were any other type of mental health provider, you would be charging what you need to support yourself and make a living.

[@SurvivingBenzos]

I'm so sorry you had to go through all of that angela,my god this benzo shit is bad enough without all of that piled on too.You are so strong and have come so far i'm so proud of you!

[@sangeetalambh6389]

Benzo Warrior how r u now my frd

[@lonnievisch6009]

The dog is listening to you too. Such a sweet dog. Happy to know you are doing so well now 2 years later❤

[@loubeauchamp9680]

Angie you amaze me. Your vulnerability is so brave and real. I love that you post your truth. Please don’t apologise. You are so loved and respected in our mad community. Thank you thank you. Massive hugs. ♥️

[@ikedorsey]

The main symptoms of mitochondrial myopathy are muscle fatigue, weakness, and exercise intolerance. The severity of any of these symptoms varies greatly from one person to the next, even in the same family. In some individuals, weakness is most prominent in muscles that control movements of the eyes and eyelids.

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

I seem to be getting my exercise back now, so I am healing!

[@ikedorsey]

@@AngiePeacockMSW don't jinx it, Ang!

[@mazena9798]

I am so happy that you are back. I am 4 months off everything , including benzos. I was listening to your vlogs over and over again trying to fall asleep and it was saving my life. So now I have terrible sensitivity to chemicals and I noticed that chlorine in water and bleach are the worst. Don't shower in chlorine water (water filter would be ideal) , don't drink tap water , only drink bottled mineral water ( f*ji and evi*n are the best) and give it to the dog too. Drink your water with lemon , make your body and environment more acidic. Don't clean with bleach ( it's toxic) , clean instead with vinegar (it's safe for the dog) . We went nuts because of chemicals ( including vaccines) and overall we are animals not meant to live in tight spaces , polluted and chemical environments. In general I am doing okay , gardening always in headphones , going shopping and every time feeling like a weirdo and being confused while I am at the store( I accepted it) . I was paranoid , suspicious and angry and emotional when it was cold outside and the windows were closed. Now in spring windows are open and I am feeling much better however it is so hard to get used to my new life ...

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Yes I agree with all the things you named. I drink out of a berkey water filter and my van water is filtered twice before it touches my body. No bleach ever and I’m outside as much as possible.

[@Karen-mu7fq]

Chemical sensitivity is the worst! I have that too. It's awful and very difficult to find workable housing.

[@deedeew4040]

We are here for you Angie.

[@manikmultimedia]

My heart goes out to you Angela. I've been 9 years off benzos and still suffering. I relate to your loss. We lost our golden retriever at the beginning of the pandemic and it was awful. On paper there is NOTHING wrong with me, even tho I'm often crippled and have trouble just going to the store some days. I completely relate to your story. Thank you for all the work you've done for our community.

[@gulledfarah3973]

What are you symptoms? 9 years and still struggling?

[@tu_madre4]

Your still struggling 9 years out? Sorry to know that . What symptoms do you continue to deal with ?🙏💝

[@manikmultimedia]

@@tu_madre4 mostly anxiety, brain fog, mild DP/DR. I was on an extremely high dose and rapid tapered (CT)

[@sangeetalambh6389]

@@manikmultimedia my frd after 500 days u get a sleep like 5 6 hours ple ans I m in same boat

[@mitch5222]

@@manikmultimedia do u take any other meds?

[@sixslow]

Damn you've been through a ride, glad to hear I'm not the only one that still has little lingering symptoms. Nothing crazy but stuff I notice different than before it all. Glad to see you still helping others. I'm jealous you get to travel so much that's a life goal someday. I'm In sandy, OR hit me up if you're ever up here i'll buy ya lunch.

[@sixslow]

@@Cheesygarlicccc small stuff like some derealization when the sunlight shines into a shaded room. My mind is more prone towards anxious now too. Life feels different in a way

[@sixslow]

@@Cheesygarlicccc yea of course. These are small things. I'm still normal and happy for the most part.

[@ofearthseasky]

Myofacial release blew my mind too! My lady incorporates reiki/energy work, meditation, and visualization. I have also worked with a consciousness therapist and that was also life changing. So proud of you for coaching others through this process. You are amazing and will be so helpful to others!

[@liamo54321]

Did it help you with withdrawals

[@ofearthseasky]

@@liamo54321 not much helped me with the withdrawal process. Grounding and meditation helped the most. I had Myofacial work a few years after acute. Time helps w/d. It’s been a long road.

[@lindsaylauerman]

I’m so sorry, Ang. Love you so and admire your vulnerability. You have had a very rough past couple years. I’m so glad things are looking up.

[@beatrizdickens6183]

I admire you so much!

[@user-ww5ui4fd9n]

I’m new to your channel and all I can say is wow. Your story is beyond inspirational. I’ve had a adverse reaction to 3 doses of lex-pro and I’m 7 months out. It has been hell to say the least. I have the stimulation issues (not quiet as severe) you talk about. Fear, cortisol spikes…. Love the 4am wake up calls 😵‍💫, anxiety, terrible headaches, repetitive/looping thoughts, sleep issues. I have seen some improvements but hell is still hell. I had over 40 symptoms after the first dose. It was like being on a acid trip and it only got worse after that. I keep trying to remind myself that I’m still in the thick of it and that things will get better but the fear of never healing from this takes over. I haven’t come across too many stories like mine so that makes it even more scary. Anyways, thank you for all your work in the community. You give us hope. Rip joe, I’m so sorry for your loss. And as always, thank you for your service! Praying for continued healing

[@susangraham1203]

I am 7 months off of Lexapro as well. I fear I will never get better. I had an adverse reaction to the Lexapro itself. I switched from Effexor to Lexapro because I had an adverse reaction to Effexor as well. I can't take another antidepressant even if I wanted to. I have severe back pain, mouth pain, anxiety, depression, gut issues and the list goes on. I am living in withdrawal hell. I just wish the good Lord would take me home. I hope you are doing better.

[@cammiefleming8822]

Thank you for sharing. My journey with Ativan is much less grande but you help me daily ❤️🙏🏼

[@MegaFitness73]

I'm so happy to hear about your progress and very sorry to hear about your losses!

[@user-bk1mb8qn9c]

I have one year under my belt. I took myself off of 7 psyche meds including Klonopin. Absolutely horrific!!! I'm sorry about your dog. Mine saved me too❤loveu

[@nargiza181]

How are you now?

[@user-wb2yv7ll9d]

It's so healthy to cry. ❤

[@SunnyCarnivore]

It is so good to see and hear from you. I have commented before. The VA took me off of a benzo that i took for twenty years cold turkey. I am nearly 5 years since the ct but i have not been doing good, better than acute but at a stand still for a couple of years now. I don't know what else to do. I hope to be able to talk with you once you are up and running with your site. So happy that you are doing well. Thanks for the update. God bless.

[@PimpDomingo]

I like how you bought up the point about having to create a life that is worth living for you! I need to do that myself. Thanks for the update!

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

DO IT!

[@shanialovely3]

You are a warrior lady. despite what life puts you through you have strength to get through it. and thats what life is all about

[@user-mi4xe2iz3l]

u r very nice person ..when i see u i feel confidence in my withdrwal

[@latishaharris834]

I've said that its worst then rape, childbirth, or being molested as a child for years. Thank you for sharing , I'm so glad you are getting better , sorry about your baby. Miss my Doggy too.

[@stephaniewestrick5772]

Angie i just love you. Im beyond happy you kept fighting and didn't give up. The world needs you

[@kathymcgraw3406]

Sorry for all you have been through… You sound like a beautiful highly sensitive person and your symptoms sound like adrenaline fatigue… have you heard of the Medical Medium? I am a highly sensitive person HSP and I have similar symptoms to yours and I have never been on benzo… I am so happy you found Sedona. It is such a healing place… the fact that you are sensitive to energies makes me truly think you are a HSP too and probably an energy Empath… You are paving the way for others… there is a whole world out there waiting for you as an energy and nature Empath… you are also probably a healer yourself… You are an amazing person… I am so glad I watched this video about you… I have been following you on Facebook…

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

No I got damaged from medications. I was given 45 drugs in a 13 year period and suffered neurotoxicity from it. I've been tested for everything under the sun. The medical medium might help you but that doesn't pertain to me.

[@ryansuchodolski68]

I’ve been following you for quite awhile now. I’m a Veteran as well. We have a lot in common. Anyway, I had to hold back my tears when I listened to how much pain you were in because I understand in many ways. Moreover, it really makes me happy you’re doing better. You really are a special person Angie! Always remember that! I might buy a coaching session from you soon. Anyway, all the best…

[@nitzaperez7173]

My heart goes out to you. I pray to God to give you peace in your heart, you been though alot please heaven father keep giving her strength she doesn't deserve this she been through alot my prayers are with you and Jesus Name Amen🙏

[@garysimone4977]

How blessed you were to find such healing .....never apologize for making a living You offer quality and provide a much needed service...Your advice even on this YT is awsome

[@beatrizdickens6183]

Congrats!!

[@Karen-mu7fq]

There's a whole school of thought (that I'm sure you're aware of) that doesn't believe in operating on precancer or early cancer, which disturbs the cells--the thinking is that this risks metastasis. Maybe it makes sense. Yes the medical industry is horrible. Thank you for being so open about all the losses in your life! I feel similarly and it helps to know I'm not the only one. It wears on a person. I truly believe there's a midlife ethos for people that have been through so much crap, we become wiser in midlife but I also believe at least for me, I've lost some of my resilience because I am just so tired.

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Yep I read that!!! Even a biopsy can release cancer cells and send them through your bloodstream.

[@SunnyCarnivore]

I agree. Had a similar situation.

[@tu_madre4]

@@AngiePeacockMSW hi sorry bother you. I'm sincerely sorry for your struggle with benzo injury and prayers to your healing 🙏 I'm 38 months off benzos I'm still struggling with gut and mental illness. Came to hospital needed a blood transfusion I followed through with that. Now doctor said a iron transfusion is very well needed in my situation. What are your thoughts . I'm so traumatized and scared . Could this still be benzo related or my iron keeping me from healing? 🙏💝

[@sangeetalambh6389]

@@AngiePeacockMSW my friend after 500 days u get a sleep like 5 6 hours ple ans I m 437 days sober quit alc and nicoteen take benzos only 15 days for sleep then quit

[@sangeetalambh6389]

@@SunnyCarnivore how r u now my frd

[@ramonanoles88]

You are a Rock Angie! I for one love listening to all of your stories, and ramblings. Talk away! 🥰🤗❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mariekejansen7658]

Thank you for your videos 🙏

[@sujudawadi7037]

16:22 u r feeling from inside.benzo made me i even cudnot cry. God bless u mam.

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

You will get there too!

[@JIMMYJREVIEWS_thaiM-A-F-I-A]

FINALLY !!!!! A UPDATE!!! LOL 😊 I’m very sorry about you little best friend went to heaven but he is happy now and not suffering anymore....you did the right thing. Now .... on to you ..... are you sure you don’t have vestibular migraines? Because you have all the symptoms... please look into it 👍🏻 Because after my benzo withdrawal I got hit with vestibular migraines. Light sensitive, red and green stripes look wired to me I feel like I’m on a rocking boat 24-7 vertigo , ringing ears , I can only be in big box store’s for about 15 minutes or food store’s all the labels and shiny jars and floors and floors and lights or too much for me and I had to hurry up and get what I need and go home to a dark room for how ever long it takes for my migraines to settle down... it sucks so bad. Thank you for the update!!! I’m happy your progressing little by little 😊✌🏻

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Yes I've been diagnosed with that and also visual snow syndrome and visual vertigo and visual motion sensitivity. But, it was all caused by taking psych meds as prescribed. I did 18 months of brain rehab and it didn't help.

[@JIMMYJREVIEWS_thaiM-A-F-I-A]

@@AngiePeacockMSW I’m so very sorry 😞 ... I also suffer with VS ... amongst everything els I have stated above in my first comment .I often feel alone in this crazy system would we live in but... I try to stay positive and help others it’s what keeps me going 👍🏻 Thank you for everything you continue to do for the benzodiazepines survivors...🙏🏻❤️

[@sangeetalambh6389]

@@JIMMYJREVIEWS_thaiM-A-F-I-A how r u now my friend

[@JIMMYJREVIEWS_thaiM-A-F-I-A]

@@sangeetalambh6389 I’m doing well my friend ! I hope you are blessed with wellness and peacefulness yourself 😊

[@sangeetalambh6389]

@@JIMMYJREVIEWS_thaiM-A-F-I-A my frd ur dp dr gone or fade ple ans I m 436 days sober I can say I m 70percent heal

[@NAMASTEONELOVE]

I'm so proud of you Ang, tell Raider hello big 🫂 hugs ❤️‍🔥

[@laurawilson8860]

❤U Angie! You are a fighter!

[@lou1927]

Great story,so glad you're doing better.

[@nitzaperez7173]

Thank you for making this video 🙏

[@Sarajanesjourney]

I've been off xanax as prescribed since November 2018 and I've been off wellbutrin after 10 years for about 5 weeks now. I'm doing fairly well but I still have one more antidepressant to come off of I do have some minimal nervous system stuff at times. ty for sharing wishing you complete healing ❤️

[@sangeetalambh6389]

Sara how r u now my frd

[@beatrizdickens6183]

I wish psychiatry meds were banned

[@ABCiiiiiiii]

Hi Angela Do you still feel akathisia on daily basis, has that improved?? Thank you for making videos I love your videos, I watched each of them many times You are helping many❤️❤️🙏

[@foxclover6]

Really hope to hire you when you're available

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Will be ready in about 1-2 weeks. I’m just putting finishing touches on my website and all the things it takes to start a business. I’ll announce it here for sure!

[@foxclover6]

@@AngiePeacockMSW thanks for writing back, can't wait

[@user-xq6dn8eo8x]

i carried an ACOUSTIMETER everywhere i went and measured the microwave power in many stores i got ill feelings in

[@arthemiseva]

Beautiful Thank You

[@nazlisevis1983]

Yes 6 years sorry love you

[@grv91vr23]

I think antidepressants do more severe permanent damage then benzo wd. Almost nobody heals from severe sympoms from that crap. From benzos they do heal. (Most) But good to see you’re doing better

[@Snowflake1374]

Im 9 months off 14 years zoloft. It feels severe, I'm broken and it's permanent. Scared of never getting well. No hope?

[@lonnievisch6009]

That is not true. A lot of people heal of antidepressants it’s also hell but you will heal

[@Snowflake1374]

Is it permanent. Im severe. Is SSRI damage worse. I just crashed again after I did too much 2 days. Scared Im back to where I was 6 months ago. Help.

[@idesigncutethings2196]

You should call this video - "My Turning Points that changed me for the better."

[@reginastone7223]

God work 🙏🏽

[@dianemcmahan5159]

Angie, . . . 👍🏼👍🏼

[@elizabethcorral4824]

Angie fo you ever get tachichardia? When ur heart starts racing fast? Or sometime low bp

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

yes I had both. I even did a 2 week holder monitor to check my heart and an EEG and EKG. They never found anything. It resolved on its own after a few years.

[@foxclover6]

Really depressed

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Hang in there!

[@katrinamenzies9398]

Me too😞

[@user-xq6dn8eo8x]

The minute you step in the door syndrome ,,, i found was the fkn wi- fi technology which is present on in all our crap wireless existence

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

I might agree with you but it doesn’t happen every time. Comes and goes

[@azeminasuljic1558]

We’re you ever on mirtazapine? If yes, was it difficult to get of? When you were CT off your Benzo what milligrams were you on? Please help I am trying to figure out my situation

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Yes was on remeron but not for long. Don’t remember any withdrawal from it back then but was on many other drugs at the time. I was on 2mg klonopin then switched cold to 3 mg Ativan. Tapered down to 1mg but too fast and then all hell broke loose. The doctor cold turkey me off at 1mg.

[@chrisinclan8866]

Great news! Curious about your diet or any supplements that you have had or tried.

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Next video! I'll try to make one in the next few days.

[@elizabethcorral4824]

Do u get shortness of breath this far? Have u checked ur irons? Ferritin?

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

no I do not have shortness of breath anymore. My bloods are all fine too.

[@katrinamenzies9398]

💚💙

[@mamabear6169]

Are you still suffering everyday? It scares me to think 7 years later hire still suffering

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Nope! I work and coach others through the process now. I work out 5-6 times a week, can hike 10 miles once a week, ride my bike 22 miles (or more), I drink caffeine and feel my feelings. Watch my most recent video!

[@doomedcountry7666]

Are you healed?

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Did you watch it?

[@doomedcountry7666]

Yes I couldn't tell because it sounds you have alot of symptoms but you're also coaching so I'm assuming you're healed? Idk in confused

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

I'm pretty darn close to 100% just some sensitivity still but living a full life, traveling the country, enjoying life like I never have before. You can see my journey on my FB page called "Being Human RV" also.

[@doomedcountry7666]

@@AngiePeacockMSW have your symptoms from your 5 year video resolved?

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

@@doomedcountry7666 Yes most or the ones left are mild and in the background. Not ruling my life anymore.

[@yetinssonl1885]

Did you go through anesthesia with the dysplasia ? Just curious how that worked out... 🌱

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

I got an injection of carbocaine in my breast and it gave me a severe rash on my whole body for 45 days. I had to take Zyrtec to calm it down. I did okay on Zyrtec. Apparently I’m allergic to the preservative.

[@yetinssonl1885]

@@AngiePeacockMSW oki, thanks for answering! But no general anesthesia then as in surgery? Do you know anyone who has and IF they got worse or where ok afterwards?

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

@@yetinssonl1885 no I didn't say no general anesthesia. People have to get it sometimes and they seem to be okay, just NO to benzos!

[@yetinssonl1885]

@@AngiePeacockMSW yeah I think you misunderstood me. Im asking if you know someone who have gotten surgery with generalized anesthesia while theyve had akathisia or withdrawal and how that affected the symptoms?

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

@@yetinssonl1885 I know lots of people that have had to have surgery and take anesthesia and YES THEY ARE OKAY. Some have minor waves afterwards but they rebound quickly. We can't avoid all of these things always!

[@ikedorsey]

❤️❤️❤️

[@jmartin5888]

HOW CAN U DRIVE ALL OVER?

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

Because healing is real!!

[@peacelove5329]

Can u able to go outside during the taper

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

I had really bad agoraphobia for many years! Now I am okay but sometimes it comes back a little when I am very stressed.

[@katrinamenzies9398]

@@AngiePeacockMSW i have agoraphobia too I’m scared I will be like this forever

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

@@katrinamenzies9398 it'll go away. I don't have it anymore.

[@kostaborojevic498]

Do you have amalgams?

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

no I had them all taken out 1 1/2 years ago.

[@kostaborojevic498]

@@AngiePeacockMSW Good, you should really look into Andrew cutler chelation. Cutler who was a biochemist was convinced that floxing, post drug syndroms are mostly duo to mercury poisoning. Mercury makes some people more prone to certain chemicals. Also mercury toxicity mimics post drug syndroms they have all similar symptoms. Maybe you will find relief through cutler chelation...

[@AngiePeacockMSW]

@@kostaborojevic498 I'm actually feeling pretty well lately but thank you!

[@celtainweaver6584]

[@michelle.mabelle]

YESSSS! I’m clapping big for your success! 🤍🤍

[@annidee]

👏👏👏