You are asking a really good question. I weaned off the last of my meds after I started feeling better. It takes time. It’s important to maintain a feeling of safety throughout the process. Honestly, for me, going off meds was scary. So I went really slowly, especially with the opioids. The last...
I love your story so much! I would love it if you updated it. I think people would love to know how long you've been recovered and what kinds of successes you are enjoying in your life.
In the book, Alan talks about outcome independence as it relates to somatic tracking, and would probably call what I'm talking about more along the lines of giving up all or nothing thinking. But for me, anytime I practice relinquishing control in area of my life is good preparation for me to...
Good for you! Saying no is one of my biggest challenges too! I want to please everyone, especially people I want to like me. I'm getting better at it, but setting boundaries will probably always be something I have to work at.