I am also a benzo user and it's been about 23 years now, I did stop twice when it was still early and I could cope with how I felt. Today I'm a woman aged 72 and a two time survivor of lung cancer... if I thought I was stressed years ago, it doesn't come close to what I feel like today. I was following conversations on the subject of addiction and depression, sometimes I would add my two cents (so to speak), and I found it so helpful and rewarding. I don't think we can compare on everything because of our individual personalities, what our lives have been like to date just to name a couple of things...some people are not as addictive as others and can get off different things easier than someone else can. I believe we are all good souls looking to connect with others and find some comfort or helpful info when needed...I say bravo to those of you who conquered the evil drugs in our world but I also have to give credit to those who have tried everything to get rid of them and didn't quite make it. Life is a constant struggle with some people going through a lot more than most and it's very easy to get lost in it...now many of us are also dealing with Long Covid and that's putting a whole new spin on everything. I have long covid since last November after getting infected... today I deal with the many unpleasant symptoms I have and very little help with it so taking on more things in my life like a benzo withdrawal is just a bit more than I can handle...I try not to feel disappointed with myself but rather give myself a pat on the back more often and what really gives me my drive is I remember my Mom and Dad and all they dealt with in their lives, they were truly survivors and I was left with the gift of a sense of humor, (truly a lifesaver), and don't take yourself too serious, it is hopefully going to give some of you a boost when you try it out, only good news amen.