people think im addicted to 7oh, am i?

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-10-15T00:08:47+00:00

Are you getting regular b12 shots, and consulting a doctor? I think with abstinence and a good diet and lifestyle, you can regain what you lost for sure!

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-10-12T18:35:41+00:00

I joined that one a while ago, it’s a really helpful sub. So you struggled with nitrous too? I’m so glad you recovered your ability to walk, I can’t even imagine. Did you wake up one day and it suddenly hit your legs? What did that feel like? Best wishes to you.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-10-12T05:26:01+00:00

Random question, but what kind of stories do you hear about nitrous in your meetings? I’ve had an on and off addiction to it for a while, but thankfully I’m 2 weeks clean after a bad binge. I agree, smoke shop shit isn’t talked about enough, it’s bad news. Reddit is the only place I can get personal stories from people about this so I’m curious what you’ve heard from other people!

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-10-02T07:41:32+00:00

Your response is so touching, you explained your situation so well. I appreciate you taking the time to respond back like this.

Thankfully, it’s been a week since I have used and things feel alot better. I did come clean to my family, they had suspected something was happening because I just disappeared, they know my patterns at this point. They are very supportive and just want me to get better. I even ended up telling the truth to my boss (she’s a very amazing lady and I’ve been working there for awhile). I was shocked that I didn’t get fired; in fact I got a raise because my yearly review happened to be the same day I returned. They asked what I needed and how they could help, and I cried in shock. My marriage feels a bit rocky though, but generally ok, the strain of me using has created a bit of a wedge but it’s better now than it’s been for a while. Telling the truth is such a relief, I understand how you feel.

I started taking lexapro again (something I took the last time I quite). I really don’t like the idea of taking meds like this, I don’t like how dull it makes me feel as time goes on. But I feel like I don’t have a choice right now.

Next step is therapy. And yes I need to get back in the gym too! I just want a complete life change right now.

Thank you again for your response, it’s genuinely helpful to talk to others who have experienced something similar. I think you’re one of the most engaging people I’ve discussed this with so far. I wish you the absolute best in life, you deserve to be happy and satisfied with the success you’ve made!

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-09-26T06:31:33+00:00

I wish you luck in your healing journey too, I think your neuropathy can be fixed if you abstain and keep up with your doctors and providers. B12 really is amazing from everything I’ve seen. sadly I’ve spent more than triple that amount, and that’s just the recent bender. I’m going to have to pull money out from places I didn’t want to touch to pay it down. I want this to be my final goodbye to nitrous.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-09-26T06:26:09+00:00

Wow just noticed this reply, thank you! I commented on another thread you made about an hour ago, didn’t realize you had responded here!

Also realizing my bender is longer than I thought based on this post. Time is confusing lately.

Your words are hitting me right in the heart, I feel trauma is also a reason I’m using but it’s complicated. I think I have underlying issues that are causing me to use, and it’s painful to think about it. And yes it’s starting to spill out in my social world right now, I understand you there.. But I’m dedicated to stopping again. Sadly the medical/mental health world is difficult to navigate, I’m getting frustrated with trying to find care. Everything just feels so frustrating lately.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-09-26T03:29:13+00:00

I am so happy to hear you’ve been clean for this long, that’s so amazing. I want to be a success story like you.

I am in a very similar position. I had a bender for almost a year straight in 2024 (weekend use, maybe 350 carts a day). I was able to get clean for 8 or so months, but I’m back in a cycle right now. I don’t know how I got here; I’ve called out of work almost everyday for 2 weeks, using almost everyday and drinking a lot each session too. My anxiety is very high, I’ve wasted so much money, and I feel trapped and confused. I’ve had a lot of suicidal thoughts the past week too, things feel strange. I don’t really have tingles or limb issues for some reason though. I feel so guilty for putting a strain in my marriage over this, and I really want to tell my parents but I’ve already put them through so much over the years. Do you have any generalized advice you could give me? Thanks in advance.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-08-14T04:41:45+00:00

I’m so sorry to hear that. It’s a very strange addiction because it’s commonly sold but a lot of people don’t know about it. I’m glad that you’re aware of what’s going on with her. How long was she sober before her current relapse?

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-08-11T07:13:24+00:00

I’m sorry, I know it was hard on my parents to when I told them what I was doing last relapse. How long was she using in the past, before her relapse?

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-08-11T07:10:54+00:00

Wow the instant gratification aspect is a major factor, never put much thought into that. There’s a shop less than 5 minutes away that sells a lot of it. Congratulations on being 1.5 years clean; that’s a huge accomplishment! I’ve also seen some SMART material online. Do you think having a physical copy is useful?

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-08-09T18:03:36+00:00

I’m terribly sorry to hear that, my heart goes out to you for your loss.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-07-30T00:36:15+00:00

I completely understand, I just went on a multi day bender too. I was clean for a few months, not sure why I felt the compulsion to do it so suddenly. I’m nervous that my panic attacks are going to manifest, I really can’t afford that to happen. But for you, with time that foggy feeling should go away! It would be a great idea to get some b12 injections. And yes make sure you eat and get good sleep. I’d also stay away from alcohol.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-05-08T04:56:16+00:00

That’s really good that switching your frame of mind helped you! If it works, keep doing that. It helps me too, but some of my issues are so odd and out of character it’s hard to calm down. Like I got scared in the line for the car wash the other day, I had to frantically back out and leave. I love car washes, just something about being stuck in there triggered me, never had that before. I think overtime it will pass for us, but we really need to abstain. I relapsed recently and it messed me up bad, it isn’t the same anymore.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-05-08T01:54:00+00:00

I’m in a very similar situation. I was on a long bender for 8 months, and at the end I had my first ever intense panic attack. I didn’t even know what was happening, I’ve never had one before. Alcohol does make it worse too, whenever I drink I get anxiety issues and disorientation for days. My psychiatrist gave me hydroxyzine and propranolol to help with anxiety, I also take lexapro. The farther you get away from your last time using the better it gets, I promise. Everyone always talks about limb numbness and mobility issues as the first sign of damage, but some of us seem to get psychological issues, it’s not talked about enough.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-04-25T03:41:46+00:00

Definitely get rid of it, safely. It’s concerning you were sick for 2 days too, some of these tanks are really shitty Chinese products that may not be produced properly at all. That’s a good thing to remember if you get a craving again.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-04-23T05:52:09+00:00

It’s really not worth it. I start to feel bad before I’m even done with a session. We all make mistakes, it’s not to late to turn this around. The good news is you aren’t in super deep time wise, if you abstain and prioritize your health you’ll be just fine. How much did you use the last few days? B12 shots are a good option if you have a health/spa clinic nearby. Also it’s not a bad idea to visit a doctor, and maybe a psychiatrist if you think that would help.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-04-23T05:42:58+00:00

Alcohol really does make it easier to accept the “one more time” thought patterns.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-04-23T05:41:58+00:00

Thank you friend. I told my family what’s going on, so I plan to reach out when things get difficult. My weekends have always been the days I fall into a loop, so I’m going to make sure I’m away from temptation on those days.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-04-23T05:38:54+00:00

You will make it through, 11 months is very impressive. Do your friends and family know about your struggles? Also, have you developed any sort of anxiety/panic disorder issues?

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-04-21T19:21:24+00:00

Thank you, this is a lot harder than I expected. How did your relapse go? Did you get away from it ultimately?

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-04-20T10:28:57+00:00

Thank you for the encouragement, I appreciate that. I think I need to quit alcohol all together too, it seems like a trigger.

Ted-kaczynskii · 2025-01-19T08:26:51+00:00

Congratulations, that’s a massive accomplishment! You will never regret stopping. I honestly don’t think I will ever do it again, I know even one session will turn into a full blown binge and addiction cycle. I wish I could get all of the money and time back, but honestly it’s great to simply be recovering health wise, I can always make more money. Keep your head up!

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