John-Sorry- Thought I replied to your post. I didn't taper because I didn't know any better. I definately should have. Rae- I moved back because my wife wanted to. Sometimes ya gotta do things for the family I guess, haha..but it's a wonderful place to live. I LOVED the weather, that's for sure.
You might read my "Greetings" post, and check out Suboxone certified (they have to be) docs in your area; some will prescribe it for an out-patient only, but they usually want you in some type of program.
Point being though: I well know the NO energy NO motivation of detoxing, even after the worst of the physical part is over. That's what's SO hard about this addiction is that SO much relief on physical, mental and emotional levels comes from using (I've had other addictions before, and for me, opiates are by far the most powerful in this way, as far as being all-encompassing).
For instance, I was scared of methamphetamine wd's -- but going through those, I was extra-tired for about a week, and then fine. Opiates, everything flips out, as most of you know -- shaking, nausea, vomiting, depression, lethargy and so on.
THAT'S why I feel good about taking the Suboxone; it's like a miracle drug (seems like, so far, anyway) -- I don't feel sick, decreasing doses isn't hard, energy normal ... it's amazing.
If you don't want to go that route, my other suggestion would be to try to get some energy naturally -- namely: exercise and nutrition -- make sure you're eating well, taking vitamins (addiction messes up our body and brain chemistry and nutrition and exercise really help) --- maybe even walk around your block really fast to get your heart moving -- and then "force" yourself to do 10 mins. of the Xmas stuff.
It's kind of like "one day at a time" -- instead of stressing about ALL of it, energize yourself, and do a little of the Xmas "fun" (shouldn't be work, eh? [smile]) for 10-15 mins.
I need to take my own advice, too ... haven't started exercising myself again yet, and know I need to ... makes a HUGE difference with energy coming back; so does nutrition (and yes, I know how that can sound to an addict -- it's like "yeah, right" ... but I speak from personal, previous experience).
Hope that helps!
You are right, Sat....the fatigue drove me crazy. It went on and on...I think I could finally get through an almost normal day at day 22...that is a hell of a long time....
Kerry
Kerry
Hi I started taking B12 and others and it helps with my energy level....just a idea....mj
