[Cr...] Posted December 23, 2019 Share Posted December 23, 2019 Hey guys, If we can get together and think of one positive thing for the day, we can help many others who are struggling with the benzo fight get through their day, no matter how tough the day is. My positive thought: "If I make a difference in someone else's life today, I've achieved what I've set out to do." Dave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[ju...] Posted December 23, 2019 Share Posted December 23, 2019 Yes you are right. But, it is the hardest part of WD. When we are surrounded by some sxs, it is really hard to do it. I am trying some meditations to overwhelm anxiety and wd. Do you have a suggestion for that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Cr...] Posted December 23, 2019 Author Share Posted December 23, 2019 Yes you are right. But, it is the hardest part of WD. When we are surrounded by some sxs, it is really hard to do it. I am trying some meditations to overwhelm anxiety and wd. Do you have a suggestion for that? Hi juneight, Withdrawal from benzos can be extremely difficult to manage. It's not an easy road, but we can make it manageable. For meditation, you can try the 4-6-8 breathing method, which involves taking a deep breath for 4 seconds, inhale through the nose, expand your upper chest, hold for six seconds, and then calmly exhale for 8 full seconds through the mouth, and repeat. Try this for a good 5-10 minutes a day, and see how you go. There are also apps called Headspace, Calm and Pzizz which are great for relaxation and meditation, all are downloadable from the App Store on Apple, or Google Play on Android. Another thing you can try is grounding exercises and sleep hygiene. Videos for this are on YouTube, they do help a lot. Distraction of any type also helps a lot. Colouring books, puzzles and games to stimulate the mind all help. Best of luck, and have a Merry Christmas! Dave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[De...] Posted December 23, 2019 Share Posted December 23, 2019 Hi Dave, I like this idea. It is nice out today. Not as cold as usual. Even though I felt not so good I did it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[De...] Posted December 23, 2019 Share Posted December 23, 2019 I took a walk!! Haha. I really am off. Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[va...] Posted December 23, 2019 Share Posted December 23, 2019 Today I found this great thread with people who want to find the positive in our situation. I decide to trust in life and what it wants from me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Wi...] Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 Joining. Great idea, Dave! No more lives torn apart That wars would never start And time would heal all hearts Everyone would have a friend That right would always win And love would never end.... This is my grown-up Christmas list. ~ David Foster ✨ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Cr...] Posted December 24, 2019 Author Share Posted December 24, 2019 Thanks guys, I really do appreciate it, and let's keep up the positivity in this benzo battle! My quote of the day: "If we put one foot in front of the other, we are moving in the right direction." Merry Christmas everyone! Here's to positivity and healing! Dave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[...] Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 Joining. This is a great idea, Dave. My positive thought for the day - Things are better than they were 2 years ago, and I have a loving and healthy family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Wi...] Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 I truly appreciate this group, and all the thoughts expressed here. Let's keep 'em coming...how wonderful if we could read these sentiments first thing every morning in the year to come! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Cr...] Posted December 24, 2019 Author Share Posted December 24, 2019 Hi Dave, I like this idea. It is nice out today. Not as cold as usual. Even though I felt not so good I did it. Well done Dehytq2! You can achieve anything! Dave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Tr...] Posted December 25, 2019 Share Posted December 25, 2019 Quote for today ( and every day actually) "Don't regret the past, don't fear the future, live in the now." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Gu...] Posted December 25, 2019 Share Posted December 25, 2019 You don’t have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you. Thanks Crowman, very good thread! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Tr...] Posted December 26, 2019 Share Posted December 26, 2019 Cherish every better moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest [Bn...] Posted December 26, 2019 Share Posted December 26, 2019 I took a walk in the rain today it was wonderful. Getting ready to do yoga, feels great to stretch. Very Thankful! . My thought for the day...You are Healing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[va...] Posted December 26, 2019 Share Posted December 26, 2019 Life has a plan for me and it will all make sense in the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Ca...] Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 I'm joining! The power of positivity and the practice of gratitude has helped me a lot in the past. Somehow I've sunken into a hopeless, overwhelmed, crestfallen feeling while battling a series of waves these past 2 months. I'm considering maybe doing a long hold to see it that will help. Has anyone read any books by Ram Dass? With his recent passing, I decided to begin reading more of his work, and to also reinstate my meditation practice. Positive quote for the day: "Believe you can and you're half way there." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Tr...] Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 Hi Candice, A wonderful quote! I hope you're going to feel better very soon. I'm holding at the moment and I must say, I begin to feel the benefits of that. Stay strong! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Wi...] Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 Has anyone read any books by Ram Dass? With his recent passing, I decided to begin reading more of his work, and to also reinstate my meditation practice. Candice, thank you for reminding me of Ram Dass! I've been sad at his passing, yet so joyful at the blessing of his life. Also looking into his work again -- two of my favourite quotes by him: 'We're all just walking each other home....' & 'I was no longer needing to be special, because I was no longer so caught in my puny separateness that I had to keep proving I was something. 'I was part of the universe, like a tree is, or like grass is, or like water is. Like storms, like roses. I was just part of it all....' (from Changing Lenses: Essential Teaching Stories from Ram Dass) Blessings to everyone here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Tr...] Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 Thank you, Wildflower. Really like them, especially the first one. Here's an old one, but I have always loved it: "The darkest hour is just before the dawn ". Let's hope our dawn is starting today. Look for the light! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Wi...] Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 Thank you, Wildflower. Really like them, especially the first one. Here's an old one, but I have always loved it: "The darkest hour is just before the dawn ". Let's hope our dawn is starting today. Look for the light! Yes, love that, Trochsetter! Standing with you.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Tr...] Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Wi...] Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 You're a lovely, supportive presence on here, Trochsetter. I'm grateful for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Tr...] Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 Please let me return the compliment! Here's to you, Wildflower! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Cr...] Posted December 28, 2019 Author Share Posted December 28, 2019 Thanks guys, let's keep the positive quotes and thoughts coming! Quote of the day: "Today I feel better than yesterday, and the day before, and the day before that." Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas, and here's to happiness in the New Year! Dave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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