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I’ve been having insomnia lately. Just came back from the beach & my vacation stressed me out... for no reason other than this withdrawal process! I’ve been on edge and get irritated easily. I don’t like to be around new people or social situations right now. I got some CBD oil for sleep which helps some but I still have a hard time going to sleep & staying asleep. The CBD oil does help with anxiety but less of a dose is better than more if you decide to try it. Too much CBD gave me anxiety.Having hot flashes! I’ve taken Xanax 2 times to help me sleep but I don’t want to go down that road! I have an appointment with an acupuncturist on Monday for the insomnia. What helps me tremendously is running 3.5 miles a day outside up & down hills with no stopping!!! I listen to Christian music, mainly third day, and will praise Him with open arms while running, don’t care what the neighbors think! I’m crazy anyway right?!?!? It feels so good during & after! I’ve cheated on my diet and feel it when I do! The no gluten, diary and sugar does help. Thinking about getting off coffee. But really it haven’t been that bad! The insomnia has been the worst thing! I’m going forward and not backwards how about you! Hope you feel better soon! Don’t give up!!! Stick it to big pharma!
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Thank you for your reply. I too want to go forward and not backward. Who wants to go down that road again! I thought of trying CBD oil for the anxiety but want to research it some more. I have been biking daily, when it's not snowing and blowing, and walking the dog a couple of times a day. Started meditating using an app called Head Space and trying to go to yoga at least twice a week. Acupuncture has been my "saving grace". It relaxes and quiets the mind and body. I hope it helps with your insomnia it helped with mine. I go once a week for now. Also get a vitamin B12 shot weekly. Gave up gluten, dairy . sugar, alcohol, caffeine. Really miss coffee but it's a little too stimulating for now. Have been eating more protein, healthy fats, veggies and low carbohydrates. Seems to help. I think my body needs time to adjust to no pharmaceuticals. Can't believe what havoc these drugs cause to your system.
Good luck to you. WE CAN DO THIS!!!!!!!