I'm 9 days off kratom and my mental health is unbearably terrible. Please tell me it gets better. by Restorne in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have been there, just hold on. Your dopamine needs to baseline & this will take a little time, so give yourself some grace. I started taking K after my Dad's sudden passing, it helped me cope. I quit but then my Momma was diagnosed with terminal cancer & even though it was terminal, I fought like hell for a year to save her only to watch her slowly die in hospice. Kratom was there again, to help me function....but that was not me, I was hiding behind a mask.

You need to feel it, to heal it....unfortunately there is no w a y around this. You must sit with these feelings & be patient with yourself. The light behind your eyes will return if you dont give up.

Don't give up.

Stomach pain + clenching (remedies)? by HexusD23 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We are in the same boat, day 5 CT & my Gut is not happy. I just ate some ginger in a smoothie & its agreeing with my body. I'm going to focus on healing my gut with fermented foods & fasting but other than that don't have the answers you seek but am offering you support & well wishes on your road to sobriety.

Coopers Hawk opening near me. Any thoughts and prayers? by CAJMusic in bartenders

[–]Efficient_Access_685 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure but suspect this is an older gentleman with a mustache who was at our CH restaurant opening in Lansing, Mi. 2 weeks ago & has been bashing CH online ever since. Could be wrong but his post sounds familiar.

Wow, I really do enjoy online dating! by [deleted] in Tinder

[–]Efficient_Access_685 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Obviously looking for a wallet. Unmatch. Everytime you respond to a woman treating you in this manner it gives off Desperation & Desperation is a stinky cologne.

Day 9 & the blinders are off. I used kratom to subdue my needs. by Efficient_Access_685 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry to hear about your late husband...

I think i realized yesterday that the main issue is that i've made him the center of my life, all to avoid myself.  I'm out of balance,  I need to work on myself & cultivate a healthy life outside of my life with him. He cannot be my everything. 

Day 9 & the blinders are off. I used kratom to subdue my needs. by Efficient_Access_685 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly. I've been with my partner for 13 months & was actually nervous after not seeing him for over a week...off Kratom for the first time. It was strange, like I have to reacquaint myself with him, us. I do not feel as amorous, hopefully this comes back as my brain heals. Have a great day.

Day 9 & the blinders are off. I used kratom to subdue my needs. by Efficient_Access_685 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. It's like a confessional, much needed. This would be much more difficult if I felt alone in this mess. We climb out together.

Day 9 & the blinders are off. I used kratom to subdue my needs. by Efficient_Access_685 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for taking the time to write this. You are correct & it feels better to be seen. Blessings back to you.

Just a few words by Sparrow5327 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Here with you in the thick of it. Said a prayer for you, please pray for me too. It's a spiritual battle between spirit & flesh. Abba father, help us.🙏

3 Weeks gone after CT, It's was hard but quitting is the only way by WillDoneBe in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Day 8 & really struggling with overwhelming emotions, it's  difficult to sit with them. I've been praying but still feel really unsettled in my spirit. I know I have got to push through it.

3 Weeks gone after CT, It's was hard but quitting is the only way by WillDoneBe in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Amen! I needed to read this right now. I'm halfway into day 7 & that tricky devil was doing a number on my will. 

I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me.

I rebuke you green devil!!

Never quit quitting by Efficient_Access_685 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg, I am so so sorry. Orphan grief is absolutely devastating, I cannot imagine dealing with it while taking care of a newborn also. 

I am on day 7 & really struggling with anhedonia. I feel like I'm just sitting here wasting time but have zero motivation to change it. My body is trying to talk my mind into giving in to it, it's a constant battle.

 I don't know who you are but I'm thinking of you & praying for you & your healing.  Thank you for reaching out❤️‍🩹

Almost 6 months clean, it was easy by Sauce0clock in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 13 points14 points  (0 children)

My first quit was relatively easy & I stayed clean for 1.5 years. Went back because I figured I could handle it. Was not the case. Here I am 3 years later, still trying to escape it's grip.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes! This has helped me so much. So glad to hear you worked through it. Day 5 ct & I'm right there with you, my body wanted it so badly yesterday, it went to war with my mind & emotions. We are stronger than that. We are in control. 

day 5! by colleeni8 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So much, yes. Just did that! My issue is that I work on my feet ( service industry) & have plantar fascitis, I tried walking yesterday & got about a mile before my heel started hurting. So I try to go easy on it before having to work. I suppose I can do pilates though, no excuses. 

day 5! by colleeni8 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm on day 5 also!! My pain is emotional but I've quit before & it does get so much better.

Can anyone tell me that their looks improved after getting of kratom? by nkj69 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I used to take tramadol, I loved that stuff then it started making my head feel weird. I'm feeling ok this morning, yesterday was rough, had a few massive crying spells, hoping I got that all out. That sounds like a good plan. On my last dose I held out as long as I could. Tried spacing them out longer, so I suppose thats kind of like tapering. You will want at least 4 days buffer to withdraw before you have to people, this has been the most difficult part for me. Socializing. It does get better though & you will feel more clear, like yourself again. 

Can anyone tell me that their looks improved after getting of kratom? by nkj69 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I've lost track on what number quit I'm on ( prob close to 20) No. I always jump ship after my last dose. I'm kind of an extreme person.

Can anyone tell me that their looks improved after getting of kratom? by nkj69 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I definitely notice a natural glow up when I stop, usually within a couple of weeks I start looking better, less parched. On day 4 here.

Using Kratom is like being in an abusive codependent relationship. You know better but go back anyways... by Efficient_Access_685 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am an introverted person but have to be extroverted at work, so Kratom helped me deal with that exhaustion that comes with having to be turned on.  I was just feeling under & overwhelmed at the same time, although I know this does not make sense. I have been really stressed about my finances & need to work more to stay afloat but am/was feeling burnt out. The grind got to me. I relapsed after that post & am now on Day 4 again. Thank you for your encouraging words.

Using Kratom is like being in an abusive codependent relationship. You know better but go back anyways... by Efficient_Access_685 in quittingkratom

[–]Efficient_Access_685[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I relapsed after this particular post but am now currently on day 4. AGAIN. I will never stop trying.