by Jennifer Leigh | Apr 18, 2024 | Coping Skills |
After my cold turkey from Clonazepam, I was sure I would heal in six months. I had heard the average time to recover was six to eighteen months, and I knew I’d be on the early side; there was no way it would take eighteen months for me to feel better. Six months came...
by Jennifer Leigh | Apr 11, 2024 | Healing |
A few weeks into my cold turkey, a “voice” said, “Go plant a garden in the front yard.” “What?” I replied. “It sounded as if you said go plant a garden. That’s impossible. I’m bedridden, as you can probably...
by Jennifer Leigh | Apr 2, 2024 | Coping Skills |
Withdrawal from benzodiazepines often precipitates a host of physical and psychological challenges. Depersonalization and Derealization (DPDR) represent some of the most perplexing and distressing experiences. DPDR during benzodiazepine withdrawal can make you feel...
by Jennifer Leigh | Mar 25, 2024 | Hope |
Eight months into a terribly managed taper off the clonazepam I had taken for eighteen years (like most doctors, mine were benzo-ignorant), I trusted a doctor who claimed he could stop my suffering. Desperate to function normally again, I followed his advice to stop...
by Jennifer Leigh | Feb 22, 2024 | For BWD/BIND Sufferers, Hope |
Embarking on the Unchosen Path: The Metaphorical Adventure of Benzo Withdrawal In the vast expanse of human experience, some epic journeys are embarked upon by choice, and some befall us—we are injured in an accident or by a medication we took as prescribed. The...
by Jennifer Leigh | Jan 24, 2024 | For BWD/BIND Sufferers, Healing |
Benzodiazepine withdrawal can be a challenging experience, often marked by a range of physical and emotional symptoms, but there are self-care strategies that can significantly aid in coping with the symptoms. In this context, let’s explore effective coping...
by Jennifer Leigh | Jan 15, 2024 | For BWD/BIND Sufferers, Healing |
I had my breast implant surgery on Monday, January 8. I spoke to the CRNA (certified registered nurse anesthesiologist) before the procedure and explained in detail how I did not want any drugs in the benzodiazepine family (Versed) or heavy narcotics used. I was okay...
by Jennifer Leigh | Jan 3, 2024 | For BWD/BIND Sufferers, Healing |
Embracing a Healing Mindset During Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Navigating the journey of benzodiazepine withdrawal is as much a mental challenge as it is a physical one. Understanding and managing your mindset during this process is crucial. This blog post will explore...
by Jennifer Leigh | Jan 2, 2024 | For BWD/BIND Sufferers, Hope |
Embracing the Journey of Healing with Courage and Resilience In the tapestry of modern health challenges, there’s a group of unsung heroes whose stories of resilience and courage are often overlooked. They are the individuals navigating the arduous path of...
by Jennifer Leigh | Dec 21, 2023 | For BWD/BIND Sufferers, Healing
I created a simple Benzo Withdrawal course for you. It’s text only, no images or videos, but it contains important information about benzodiazepine withdrawal. You can find it here: https://courses.learnwithdrjenn.com/courses/benzodiazepine-withdrawal-basics I...
