I weaned my self off Ambien after taking it for at least a decade, maybe longer but I also take Trazodone….was starting to be somewhat successful weaning myself off that as well and then my calendar started getting busier and I am now taking Trazodone again nightly 😕. Gloaming is correct in that you must accept some sleepless nights…I am not good at that. I am an avid cyclist and ride with several clubs…I also freak out when I gain a few pounds….probably also have an eating disorder of some kind…I’m a mess! I put lots of pressure on myself. I found when I took it one day at a time and didn’t focus on what was happening the following day I was more successful at staying off the sleep meds…sigh