Aems I agree with you. I tapered and used Lyrica/benzos and it was NOT a living hell nor did I get hooked on Lyrica. I was tapering off Klonopin anyway. It really upsets me when people say its always a living hell. I fear that causes someone using even more fear to stop. Neither Lyrica or benzos get me high and never have. And yes there is some willpower needed in tapering but it can be done. It is NOT hell on earth for everyone and I want newcomers to know this. If they think that they are going to be even more scared to stop!