rbotlove

Going to a four day medical detox either wednesday or thursday then straight to rehab, really freaking out.

suki44883

Good for you!! Don't freak out. This is a wonderful gift you are giving yourself. This could be the start of a brand new life for you! Congratulations!!

Aiko

rbotlove

Do not worry you are going to be supervised
You are going to be ok...!

Just get through it... and next time you are having thoughts to drink/Use
Remember what you go through...

You need it so you get clean so you can think clearly,...
you can not think clearly now but you will soon!

Hope is not too harsh the withdraw!
Big Hug

Findingtheway

My detox experience...was we'll eye opening. Couldn't sleep...didn't really know what time it was...really difficult to focus. Lasted for the first 2 days...then felt somewhat better. Know that they are helping you...when I was there I had anxiety like they were looking down on me....think it was just me coming back to earth.

Rehab on the other hand was really amazing. Not going to lie to you I was freaking out before walking through the doors...and first day or two were fuzzy at best.

But the group I was with...guess what they're normal people just like you! Just take the opportunity to LEARN everything they tell you while you are there.

Don't be afraid. Perfectly natural to freak out...I did...but take the experience for what it is..it'll help you now...and in the future...I've slipped up in the last couple of months but am going back to my notes and old approaches that I learned from rehab. Back on day five for me...be calm and learn.

We are all here to help each other. You have my support.

Good luck to you my friend.

Dee74

This is a good move forward rbotlove.
It's natural to be scared but this is the start of the change you want

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Anna

You're doing the right thing by taking care of yourself.

Hope2014

You're going to get better!

Chicagoan

It is a great place to start.
The people that staff these
detox units are compassionate
and understanding, but tough
when you need it.

Please do not be apprehensive
or frightened, it could be a
lifesaver.


Good Luck!

rbotlove

thanks everyone for the support. I'm going to bring some books with me however I won't be able to see my family who are my rock, so thats scary :/

least

You're doing the right thing for your health and well being. Getting sober is made a bit smoother by a proper medical detox. You will be fine.

Chicagoan

The one that I went to was staffed
by RN's with special training and
experience. Years ago, it was not
like that.

Aiko

You have to get well to be by ur family...
They suffer for you...
You can get through it!
And Afther got to get toguether and learn skills to remain sober... Many have fone it u can do it too.

Best wishes in your detox\rehab...
We will ne here for you!

Big Hug

Hawk07

I'd be scared too but I think this is great. Not everyone gets this opportunity, embrace it. You can do it and it will help you find that inner strength thats always been there. Looking forward to hearing about how it went.

ktwsober

You are making a great choice. It is a gift!!!! Best of luck, you will get through it.

Ruby2

Good choice and a gift. I did detox and rehab and it was a very positive experience. I learned a lot and it is the beginning of a journey for you.

Bring printed pictures of your family with you. I had photos of my children with me. We couldn't have cellphones or any electronics with us so that's why I say printed copies.

Bring warm socks and comfortable pants and shoes that you won't mind wearing every day. Mine got a little uncomfortable at the end. If they have vending machines bring plenty of change or small bills but not too much. If you smoke and they allow smoking find out if you can bring a carton of cigarettes. Bring pens to write with and a notebook. Journaling helps or write notes to yourself or your family about what you are thinking.

Wizard1

Detox for me, was an amazing gift. The medical supervision which allowed a (in my case) comfortable withdrawal, paired with the support you'll find from others going through the same thing as you are, makes for a very rewarding experience. I hated leaving my family for a few days to detox, and used that as my excuse, but if I didn't go through a supervised and safe detox, there might have been a chance I'd have been gone forever. I disliked only being able to call my girlfriend at restricted times, but if I kept drinking and didn't detox, I wouldn't have a girlfriend to call.

scintillady

My detox didn't allow anyone to bring books, newspapers, cellphones, cosmetics, or even street clothes. It was straight to the hospital johnnies and slipper socks. I will say, however, that everyone there was nice, kind, and helpful.

Coldfusion

Detix was the only way for me to quit safely.

Many rehab programs have a "family day," so loved ones can have a hand in becoming part of your support.

Kitkat331

Best wishes to you!