That was pretty funny. Sounded like something I would do, me being a total smart-ass like I am
Seriously, though, it works like this. You quit taking dope, you start taking subs instead, you feel kinda crappy for a day or two, then you feel completely like a normal, functioning human being again who can do normal stuff like going to work everyday, without a problem. Actually start reliably showing up to the places you're supposed to be (other than the dope man's place). Making plans for events which take place in the future, and having some degree of confidence that you'll actually make good on those plans. Etc, Etc, Etc.