I tapered Xanax after using daily for 25 years. 3 mgs. per day. I was 67 when I started tapering. I HAD to taper because the Xanax stopped working (tolerance) and threw me into withdrawal. I had no choice. The key to my success was a very, very long taper. Tapering was not fun but nothing I could not handle. Thankfully I had a very patient doctor and family. I did have my days let me tell you! When I finally took my last dose and decided this is it, I had zero symptoms. Sleep has always been off but I use melatonin for that. I’m making a long story short but this was my journey. Do I embrace my journey? No I do not. I wish I had never ever put a benzo in my mouth. Anxiety or no anxiety, I would have figured it out without this addictive medication. And yes I was addicted and you’re addicted. No one takes a mind altering substance for years and years without being addicted. Good luck and God bless.