how and why I started taking benzodiazepines
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- čas přidán 31. 01. 2024
- My path was not like many others. There were no evil psychiatrists. I got myself into this mess. In this video I explain how and why I started taking benzos, first valium and then ativan.
Disclaimer: Note: The information shared in this video is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional or therapist regarding your specific situation.
Keep this doing please. People really need and get alot from the type of video your showing.
Thank you Cheryl, it means a lot hearing that
Yeah I was stupid and used them for sleep. Everything was fine for many years and a big change happened in my life and all went to hell. Never knew about the horrible withdrawal or anything like that. Obviously wish I never touched them
Are you off them now?
@@windowsNwaves No. I’m currently weaned down to 1MG of klonopin. I have a stressful job and I’m hopefully switching to a less stressful job shortly and hoping to be able to keep that job and wean off them completely.
@@windowsNwaves not yet. I’ve cut down from 2 mg of Klonopin to 1 mg of Klonopin and holding. I’m at a stressful job now hoping to switch to a less stressful job soon and am going to try and cut from there
Had no idea some countries allow benzos over the counter. I’ve used Prozac to improve my anxiety/panic attacks and vyvanse for adhd. I have a Valium script but I’m practically hoarding them. Fortunately, I only use 4 mg about once a week and sometimes not at all in a week. These withdrawal stories definitely keep me on edge and I try not to take them unless I’m really stressed
If you have to take benzos that is certainly the best approach. It's good that you are already aware of everything that can happen with withdrawal. As you said, that will help you avoid habitual use!!
All of that said, you also have to be wary of tolerance, interdose withdrawal etc. I hope you have found some kind of happy medium.
Thank you for sharing your story. God bless you
Thank you for listening
You asked me a question on another site. Wasn't sure you weren't a troll. When you mentioned Benadryl I knew you were...❤❤❤
SORRY. NEW YOU WERE REAL
No worries Cheryl. Glad you have realized I'm not a troll ❤️
What about yourself. How are you
Have you ever posted a video on what lead up to stopping benzos and why? I hope you’re doing better after the episode when the generators went out. Your talks are so helpful and peaceful when you take walks. I can hear all the beautiful birds 🦢 ❤
Hey Brenda, I have not made this video yet. But I will. I was doing better since that day, but not good yesterday. Was triggered by stress due to a situation with the tax office here that is out of our control and could be the end of the business. Feeling a bit better this morning. Went for a walk. Thanks for asking
This is the 1st time I've come across your FB page. It sounds like you've stopped the benzos. Congratulations, that's a huge achievement. As we know, benzos blunt your emotions, so you are not developing coping strategies whilst on the benzos, you're simply numbing the symptoms. Have you tried any therapies to give you the skills to cope with things from panic attacks and mood fluctuations to insomnia?
Edit: plus building skills to tolerate any distress you experience such as the stress you're currently going through with your business and the tax office?
I ask because I've just completed a series of therapy sessions which focuses on DBT, a skills based therapy which teaches you to tolerate stress better and regulate your moods etc. I have found the course to be very helpful. It's early days yet and I'm currently tapering off Benzos after using them for about 40 years.
@@windowsNwaves Thanks for your reply, it’s always so appreciated. As for me, it’s there always! It never gives me a break. I’ve had windows, not that many. Being honest when you think it can’t get any worse lol it does! I try to stay hopeful and positive. But you know you just get so dam tired of being in one wave back to back. I hope you don’t lose your business !! Wow what would you and your family do? I’ll be praying for you guys and for you to keep healing. What a freakin thing we are going through. So good to talk to you. Stay strong God bless you ❤️
@@brendamalone3880 thanks a lot Brenda, that is very kind of you. I am not sure exactly what we will do yet. We are looking at our options. I hope you get a break from these waves soon. I will be praying for you too.
@@juliemauger6183 Hi thanks for sharing this. I am familiar with CBT but not DBT. It seems DBT is like CBT but modified for people like us!! I am digging into to it. Thanks! I have adopted other tactics and therapies, yes. Walking and birding have been up at the top of the list. I have also tried meditation and breathing techniques, and the latter have been particularly helpful. Also, looking into physical causes of anxiety linked to diet etc -- especially now that I have MCAS. Taking certain supplements and avoiding certain foods have had a major impact.