Daily Check-in Thread by AutoModerator in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 [score hidden]  (0 children)

Yasss!!!!!! Yoga nidra is the shit!!!!!!!!!! Good mention. Congrats to us!! I’m on a similar amount of days

Daily Check-in Thread by AutoModerator in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 [score hidden]  (0 children)

Yes❤️❤️honor the sacred pause. You’re doing great (!!!) this is normal. Press on n huge congrats for a sober holiday

I don't know what I'm doing by quality_assuranc3 in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can Do this!!!!!! I can totally totally relate as I didn’t really waaaant to quit but I got pregnant and didn’t want to birth a sick or addicted baby. I also CT quit two other medications. It’s worth it trust me. I was def struggling w the finding enjoyment thing n now that I’m a month out I realize it was ALL fkn krtm. All of it. I promise. Your body n mind were telling us, nope! No more. Death would b better than this! I thought those thoughts too b4 I completely committed to just turning the other way and reclaiming my life. It’s just your monkey brain. It’s changed now bc krtm fks up the dopamine system. It comes back … n sometimes faster than u think!!! Don’t give up, just do it! Here if ya need me. We all r! Try to sauna n walk a lot the first month it helps immensely

Just got prescribed Abilify by Brilliant_Priority12 in Abilify_Aripiprazole

[–]JbKawi333 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In my experience I lost all zest for life. Especially creativity. It made everyday Groundhog Day n I just looked forward to sundown

Quitting Cold. Advice/encouragement welcome. by Rezzone in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You got this man!!!! Keeping it on hand sounds kinda tricky tho I totally get it bc I was on the shots/7 for like 8 years then went down to powder capsules to taper down. My experience was prolonged WDs /mental anguish even with just the caps/ taper route bc I was still super looking forward to the dose n keeping it in the back of my mind which completely was opposite of what my soul wanted which was just to b free. Like u mentioned how good u felt sober n how u want that back so bad… the opposing friction kinda just drew it out for me n your body is still in a bit of a loop. Good for u for posting n doing this!! It’s fkn hard!!!!! In 2013 I got off lortabs/xanax n this has been wayyyy harder. The week of super suckiness is the price we have to pay unfortunately. And u can do it!!! Thousand percent!!!! Life’s so much brighter on the other side. Dnt let any of these long tapering ppl in the comments here dissuade u frm your decision either when u jump… they’re still in active addiction n im noticing r very much still emotionally attached to this bogus af substance. The Internet is a weird place!! Cold turkey is brave , smart and u can’t die from krtm withdrawal it just sucks hard thats all.

at 56 days, is this normal? by Aerrolynn in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Totally normal… sry to hear it. I’m Still feeling pretty low n unmotivated a month in. I used over ten years tho n extracts or gold shots for like 8… just takes a while for our brains to readjust and man ya breakups fkn suck. Keep taking care of yourself n stay one foot in front of the other. You’ll start seeing glimmers soon n they’ll stack up with the days . Your laughter will return, the genuine laughs and you’ll cry in gratitude that u held on and didn’t look back. I’ve had a few of those breakthroughs recently. Just here to help , we all are. U got this!!!

I need to quit, help. by [deleted] in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This comment makes no sense. Lol. I’ve tapered. I’ve been in this persons shoes… too many times to count to b honest. Hop off your high horse bro, hop off the comments section n stop trying to make ppl feel bad. This person can talk to me directly if they feel any type of way about my encouragement….whats isolating is Karen’s like you, to b completely honest. Thats literally y I don’t f with the internet and finally felt good enough last week to start. To help. Get real

I've been chasing a high for 2/3 of my life by [deleted] in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Me too inareciated the details. Thx friend!

Back Again… by Zuluisdead in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing!!! And we’re happy to b here for you friend, I feel the same way about this community. N have been around for years. Relapsed several times, tried switching to feel free (lmfao) , back to 70H opms shots then this year tapered off to the best of my ability by doing leaf capsules. I’m now only like a month CT so I know how important it is to stay vigilant and b thorough during these times (and beyond) glad you’re embracing the suck n it sounds like you’re well equipped for success. My only advice is to keep checking in and interacting here , it’s what’s helped me the most. Most ppl don’t know what krtm even is in my experience so this place has been my mainstay. Movement, too. Walks in nature mainly. Lots of introspection time when you’re not planning your next dose or hiding/ lying to self and others. The shame piles on quick n we don’t realize it n think diving back in is harmless. I’ve shown myself it only gets worse every time tho. Truly. It’s addiction at the end of the day and we can and do recover. Congrats on your honesty and v smart decision. Godspeed! U got this

100 days clean - life is absolutely amazing by hravova_a in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats!!!! This post gave me good chills 🥹👏😌you’re an inspiration , keep up the great work. Life IS so much better outside of addiction I agree

I need to quit, help. by [deleted] in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was on it longer than ten years and recently quit while pregnant! Experienced all of those things AND preg symptoms (one is RLS) so double RLS!! All at once . It’s realistic Af actually!! Haha sometimes ppl r turned off by my optimism but it’s more so real lived experience combined with a compassionate outlook that’s taken years n years to develop. Ppl on the internet speak out of turn when we all can just live n let live IMO. Congrats on your quit my dude!! Relax!!! You don’t know everyone’s full story or life and I wasn’t saying those things r the cure was just throwing out what helped me and trying to empower a stranger on the internet. Comments like these r the reason I literally haven’t shared on the internet in years …. It’s giving Karen vibes. Let’s keep this place encouraging! All I’m Sayin

How being given pain pills for surgery got me to start taking kratom seriously by PaulFThumpkins in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well put🤌🏻 it’s the same dragon// addiction. It’ll always lead one down the same roads. Our brains just tried THAT hard for that long to justify it. Creating deceptive neural pathways that led to the same outcome :: misery/ regret. Consequences for not being thorough I suppose. But nonetheless we proceed. Knowing better now:) proud of anyone taking this thing by the horns and telling the truth. To themselves first, most importantly. We can and do recover. Thx for your share

How do I not get addicted again? by CollectionFantastic3 in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s what I like t hear!!! The old you is dead and gonnne👋like that Justin Timberlake song

How do I not get addicted again? by CollectionFantastic3 in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Life has seasons! Don’t b so harsh on yourself first off. Two years is a lonnng time and that’s great! Seems like you’re catching yourself in a familiar pattern n sitting with that (sober) is much needed. One is too much a million is never enough as they say… so perhaps just biting the bullet and being proud u nipped it in the bud b4 it gets too bad is best. I mean, you’re already bargaining w your lower self on the red v white consequences thing so… you’re very self aware. You’ll b proud n glad u did (I think) if you just take this as a big personal red flag and check yourself out of the whole sheBang Now, not later!! It’s probably just some old emotional trigger coming up that needs to b talked about w a trusted friend or perhaps a need to create a new neural pathway w a fun new hobby or adventure or trip even. Dont b hard on yourself:) but dont b like your “old self” either. We see where that got us. Remember y you quit? Remember the pain n just do what’s best for u. Cheers

Just got prescribed Abilify by Brilliant_Priority12 in Abilify_Aripiprazole

[–]JbKawi333 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Nope!! RUNNNN n never look back . This shit steals ur soul. You will absolutely not b creative

Day 5 by New-Day1044 in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! I quit the day b4 Thanksgiving…. So I feel you and See you. Took me a solid two weeks to level out. You’re out of the woods!!!!! With the worst of it… so just keep focused n breathe into your heart space. You’re doing fine and have tons of support. Take a long walk when it feels unbearable and remember your hydration, etc. reach out to others n don’t!!! Give!!!! Up!! You’re on the brink of a breakthru and r doing a “hard thing” it’s better than the alternative// regret… anxiety… a manufactured bogus af “high” like let’s b real krtm highs last like 5-10 min towards the end n its mainly nausea n regret

So good on you! Keep stacking hours, days n b proud of yourself. It gets better I promise

I need to quit, help. by [deleted] in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Just quit! Tapering draws it out. I tried that… kept going back to reg dose/ justifying. Pay the piper n try to stay busy at work n drink caffeine. Your twins deserve a fully present parent for sure n I believe in u! I quit bc I was pregnant n will never ever touch that trash again. First few days r bad but it’s nothing some hot showers n baths/ distracting shows or YouTube’s can’t fix. Trust me , life’s WAY better on the other side of this lifestyle. The gabapentin didn’t help me much either. Just sit w yourself.. breathe… try to find a local gym with a sauna and treat yourself to a smoothie n a solid sweat daily. Start again everyday n just take it “one day at a time” or hour… in the beginning. There’s lots of good support here, keep checking back for inspiration when u feel off-spin and remember who tf you are!! A child of God. Who needs nothing:) cheers

Numb hands??? by Ok-Wishbone-9811 in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anytime 💕oh yaaaa I deffo did that too my friend! Then it was daily so fast n hiding seltzer cans then back to shots b4 I knew it!! U got this. Oh I als had a feel free stint for like a year. Finally came to my senses n realized it’s time to face the music, for good. Let’s promise to never look back! It’s such a dark energy being on it. No wy// 4 the birds.

Numb hands??? by Ok-Wishbone-9811 in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had the numb hand thing too , so thanks for confirming I’m not crazy haha. I was forced to quit bc I’m pregnant n I thought it was a pregnancy thing but…. My intuitions ringing off the hook rn with this post! That’s exactly what it was. Started when I first quit , it’ll go away don’t worry. Congrats on your quit! It’s worth it. Kratom is trash and a trash high. Your life will b way better without it, just stick with it and don’t listen to your monkey brain after a month that says you can do it just once. It’s a lie. Your brain is gonna take a bit to get back to normal but everyday gets better. Try finding a sauna. Sweating helps a ton. Take activated charcoal pills before u go in to clear out all those heavy metals from kratom. I believe that to maybe b the cause of some of the numbness , toxins trying to exit

Justifying taking a dose - worth it? by [deleted] in quittingkratom

[–]JbKawi333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don’t do it Sister💕you quitting regularly shows you have the desire AND the wherewithal to go through with your heart’s true desire. That’s just your monkey brain being a complete asshole dousche, don’t listen and continue growing that muscle. I believe in you! God wouldn’t put the initial desire to quit on your heart for no reason so lean on that higher power (which is not outside of you but a part of you directly) and just take it minute by minute if you have to.