In this episode, I share the progress I have made through online counseling and guidance from a good psychiatrist. My husband and I have been getting along surprisingly well... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Help - I’m Addicted to Adderall!!!

Our Happy Lives Together - Six Weeks Into the, “Stay Home, Stay Safe,” Order

Well, one would think that my decreased work load and restrictions keeping me from getting too far out of my comfort zone would make it easy to get off my stimulant medications. Think again ??‍♀️?. On a positive note, I’m down to less than 40% of the dosage I was taking before starting this podcast, have been super productive and motivated, and have been able to avoid to temptation to taper back up on an off day. ??. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Quarantined and Taking my Meds

Yay - I most likely do NOT have the COVID-19 virus, so I’m finally venturing out into the living room ?. My husband and I have been getting along really well, and things are falling into place with work. My online therapy is going really well, and I was super happy to be able to see my psychiatrist via videoconferencing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Day 12 Back in the USA! My husband has been really well-behaved...

It’s been almost six full days since I headed home from the airport, and, so far, I’m showing no signs of having caught the virus. ??. My husband did try to pick a small fight with me earlier, but I stayed strong. Overall, things are going well. ? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Day Seven After Trip Abroad: No Symptoms and Getting Along With Husband

With all of this craziness going on due to COVID-19, I had to purchase a new flight to come home sooner than I’d planned. I barely made it out of the country before the airport sit down! On a different note, things went surprisingly well with my narcissistic husband, and I was able to see my former psychiatrist while in the Dominican Republic! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Back Home!

So, I have some issues of my own going on. I’m in the process of finding a new psychiatrist and trying to get my medication situation figured out. That being said, I’m actually feeling pretty optimistic about my upcoming trip to go see my husband. Here’s where I’m at now. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Getting Ready for Spring Break

I’ve been taking my stimulant medication, but at a MUCH lower dosage than before. I’m making it a point to exercise and participate in therapy no matter how I’m feeling. I’m determined to stay on track!

Still Working on Recovery

I recently started reading the book “Boundaries,” by Dr. Mark Cloud and Dr. John Townsend. Maybe there is some value to this whole religion thing after all! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Reflecting on Religion

Well, I’ve been tapering off Adderall for over a month now, and, so far, things are going surprisingly well. ?

Still Going Strong

I’d be lying if I said it had been easy, but, overall, I’ve been pleasantly surprised by my ability to push through and get things done without my usual medication. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

One Month Tapering Down my Adderall Dosage

After feeling pretty lethargic and unmotivated over the weekend, the thought of tackling the work week had me a bit nervous. So far, though, I’m still going strong and following my taper down plan with a minimal negative effects.

Almost 4 Weeks and Down to 35% of my Previous Dosage- Yay!

I am still staying pretty consistent with my reduced Adderall dosage, and I even went out and socialized today. I’m feeling very hopeful. ?

Three Weeks of Tapering Off Adderall

Well, I got a little off track on Day 16 of My Adderall taper-down plan... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Uh Oh!

I got a little off-track yesterday, but I have made it through the workday on 50% of my previous dosage of Adderall. I am super proud of myself for getting back on the wagon and getting on track quickly.

Tapering Off Adderall: Day 17

In this episode, I talk about some of the strategies and techniques that have been helpful for me personally in this journey to overcome my addiction to address. My hope is that this information can help others who are struggling with similar issues. Thank you so much for your support! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What’s Helped Me Reduce My Adderall Intake

I was diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, and depression when I was in college. I have been taking Adderall for the better part of the past 15 years of my life. I hate that I feel so dependent on it, and hope that there’s a chance for me to break free from this addiction. Welcome to my journey..

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Help - I’m Addicted to Adderall!!!

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