For those that are struggling

Just got out of detox this past Sunday - I have struggled with lapses, triggers, cravings and a full on relapse.

I am hoping that what I have to say will help someone. Mind you I AM NOT a medical professional - I am speaking from my experience.

The first time around in detox (July 2020) I wanted to go it alone essentially - minimal meds and at the time I had no psychiatrist but I did (and still do) have a therapist.

It was a struggle - and basically daily. So this time around I wanted a different route and I opted for additional medical assistance.

I am now on Naltrexone and holy cow what a difference - the cravings are still there but it is so much easier to...shrug them off I guess I would say. I can actually see it from an outside-ish perspective of "Oh this is a craving...no biggie I can make it"

So If you are struggling with repeated day-ones like I was I would like to encourage you to see your General Practitioner and let them know that you would like additional help. Naltrexone doesn't eliminate the issue but it (for me at least) has made things easier and I am finally seeing a light at the end of the tunnel. Asking for help is hard but your medical professional is there to help.

Please take care of yourselves and I wish all of you the best!