Jilllian

Over two years, actually.

Life is good. Life is really, really good!

I came here just after cold-turkeying oxy's two years and three months ago. I just re-read some of my posts from the beginning, just after withdrawal, and was reminded of both how terrible it is, and how far I've come since then.

If I can do it, anyone can.

I remember coming here with a lot of questions. How long until I felt normal? How hard will this be? Is what I'm going through typical? Will I even like the new me? How many others out there are struggling out there?

I remember how supportive, kind, and helpful posters were here. I'm not sure how I would have continued on this journey without the help here, and the reassurance that yes, I could in fact do this.

I wanted and expected instant gratification. Some people reminded me that this is a marathon, and not a sprint.

Oxys are ugly. Addiction is ugly. The emotional pain was so dark and heavy.

I'm free, and happier than I've ever been.

Thank you.

happycampers

So awesome to hear - thanks for coming back and sharing !

Heartfan82

That is so inspiring, Jillian! Thanks for sharing!

I've been watching episodes of Intervention on YouTube, and it has made me appreciate my sobriety so much. I don't ever want to feel that deep, dark emotional pain that you spoke of ever again....

It's been about 14 months I've been sober, but it really just still feels new, compared to all the 30 some years of on and off drinking I did.

Best wishes for you and your family, and so glad you're here to share good news!
Peace,
~Heartfan

Notimetoloose

So wonderful to hear. You are a role model for others here who are going through the same thing.
Life is pretty fine when we get our stuff together.
Congratulations.

Dee74

Congratulations Jillian

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Treerat66

Hi Jillian,
Thanks for sharing. And well done on 2 years.

Jilllian

Thank you guys, very much. I appreciate it.

I posted this in "Newcomers..." because it was so scary two years ago, and new and different.

And I was alone.

I had no support. So coming here was helpful. Reading thread after thread, and post after post was very valuable.

It seems like yesterday, but also a lifetime ago if that makes sense.

Life is really amazing without drugs. On oxy, I felt like every step weighed a thousand pounds.

I never thought that life would be so bright. And for a pessimist, that says a lot!

Jupiters

YAY YOU. That is amazing to hear!!!