5 benders for me this year. Ranging in length from 2 days to 12 days. Otherwise completely sober. So progress. Like you. But the withdrawals are bad. I felt my whole body shaking or vibrating for about 30 seconds one night. Strange images when I closed my eyes. I have not tried tapering. Once I start I get blitzed and then when I am ready or forced to by circumstances, I just stop. I think I can control the withdrawal. So I plan and try to manage it. The reality is you have no idea how bad it is going to be. It is irrational and very frustrating. 16 days sober now. Congratulations on your progress. Good luck.