I veen saying this the longest but certain people in the community that been true benzo hello are saying 2 to 3 weeks is ok. But you got short term users like ativan being damage and taking years to fix there nervous system. AM I missing something you just been theh hell and now saying this drugs are ok .No they ARE NEUROTOXINS THESE POKSONS HAVE. ABLACK BOX ATIVAN HAS A BLACK BOX THE EXPERTS OR BIG PHARMA THEY KNOW THE WHOLE Medicinal community is corrupt. They rather see you sick and give you a pill instead of making lifestyles changes
I appreciate that you both spoke about not being here anymore. The big reason I don't go on benzo buddies is because that is forbidden topic. But if I don't have a space to talk about it and don't hear other people talking about their experience, I become isolated in that feeling amd it gets even darker... In other words because it's talked about in other circles, I have been able to gain great strength and perspective and keep on living.
I started running in spirituality circles back in 2015 when I was still heavily medicated. I do believe this connection awakened me to get off the drugs in 2017. I was very supported from my community through the w/d process. I am so grateful to that community. I have since moved out of state and am dealing with protracted w/d on my own, using all the tools I’ve accumulated the last 8 years. I have come to learn, through my own lived experience, the body and brain’s ability to heal itself and to remain patient and trust in the unfolding. Surrender is key for me!
Thank you thank you. I have been feeling so lost and have been doubting myself, my sanity, and my choices. Listening to you both talk has brought me some peace. Thank you both so much.
I love the way the universe/source/God works! 3 years ago I walked into a healing/spiritual centre looking for answers. I was given a message via a medium/psychic about a: America b; RV camper van, c; microphone !! It did not make sense and I thought I would be travelling around USA in a RV , on stage with a microphone? Fast forward and I am listening to your guest talking about the spiritual side of life and Benzos. I sat bolt upright as I remembered that message years ago and I could join the dots. You have a camper van and travel around US and with your microphone/blogs and you are spreading awareness of Benzos. I have also been given a message from the 'other side' that I will be healthy and well and that my life will 'soar' high when I recover from benzo damage. I am 9 months off V. after being on them for 20 years. NOTHING will heal or take away the pain in an instant only time does this.
I do wish there could be something that can be done about the pharmaceutical and medical side of dealing and fixing these issues. I mean there is a big community of people that this is happening to! And its almost criminal how doctors try to cover this up because of course their big paycheck is at risk! When and where do they draw the line? Is "modern medicine" really helping people? Or is it making it worse? I am forced to radical acceptance. 😢i just came from an appointment with a neurologist and they completely invalidated the akathisia and the arousal disorder i developed from all the medications i was given. Which means, no doctor will ever be able to help me. So i must help myself, and learn from this, and do what i can to heal. Thank you Angie and Matt for your recognition and sharing your battle and hope and strong words to help the rest of us!❤
I am educating myself with your podcasts this weekend. I had to say, my first laugh this week, was you describing the different moods we, who are in W/D cycle through. You said, "...sometimes we are hysterical Courtney Love on steroids." Oh my God, that was me the last two days and here you are saying it out loud and I laughed with relief.
Great conversation. This new age shit goes around and around in my head constantly and I feel like I must be doing something wrong because I've not healed at 14 years off. Can you imagine living with that stupid beast for that long on top of nerve and muscle pain? It's agony and I'm still here. It's just too comedic and ridiculous to believe and my will to survive seems to be super strong. The best I can hope for is to be present and not believe any of my thoughts. I really appreciate hearing you guys talking about it. It helps me ground as you know, not one soul around me gets it. Weird as fuck life and weird as hell world which I agree is on fire and the fire is right here in my body and brain too.
Came across one of Matt’s videos and i can’t come across any other links to a support “community” ? My sons story is similar and he’s been suffering for so long and i know he knows about PAWS and has come to many insights. I wanted to know if Matt has a website or something that i can direct my son to? In the past he’s leaned on Surviving Antidepressants and found the forum could get too toxic and created more fears he won’t get better. For all i know he’s also seen one of Matt’s videos and i am wary of scams having paid for treatment centers, councillors etc and i was wondering if Matt or you had other more positive support forums and if there is one for parents of adult children who are going through this and totally unable to work and do things other than sit and wait for relief?
I have a website with trusted resources and I run some support circles for patients and caregivers. My website is www.angiepeacock.com. Matt does not have a website for drug withdrawal.
I have been feeling dizzy for 2 years as you. I have seen some of your videos. I can’t go to stores and stay stand because I feel like falling. I guess there is not a solution for this ?
@@freddumee we don't know yet whether these muscle/nerve type injuries are permanent or not. From being around the groups for many, many years, I've seen some people with these issues heal but some of us don't. It is not stored anxiety or trauma, it is a physical injury. I have yet to find anything that helps except learning to let go and relax despite being in utter agony. I'm so sorry. It's not fair. :(
Can somebody explain me. I am still in bad shape after 6 years. How can i know ill be ok if i dont have any normal memory how normal day should look like. Even when i was on meds. So it is like 10 years already without normal memory of life.
Memory can be affected for a long time. I suggest joining a protracted group (Benzo Buddies or on Facebook) and asking the larger community what their days are like. Always rule out things medically and if they don't find anything, it has to still be the injury, right?
@@AngiePeacockMSW thanks. What if my anxiety cause this? I am anxious about future everyday and then every few weeks my body collapse and in head i get brain zaps, tremors over my body, etc. Is this my anxiety that causes? It would be good to discuss what kind of symptoms long term anxiety causes and what PAWS? Just so we can be more calm.
@@mitch5222 I always recommend to list to The Anxious Truth podcast, starting on episode 1 and see if any of his teachings relate to you. They are based on the work of Claire Weekes. Only you can decide what is what.
These drugs are posion Psychiatry is a unscientific profession , Great vid great job Angie
I veen saying this the longest but certain people in the community that been true benzo hello are saying 2 to 3 weeks is ok. But you got short term users like ativan being damage and taking years to fix there nervous system. AM I missing something you just been theh hell and now saying this drugs are ok .No they ARE NEUROTOXINS THESE POKSONS HAVE. ABLACK BOX ATIVAN HAS A BLACK BOX THE EXPERTS OR BIG PHARMA THEY KNOW THE WHOLE Medicinal community is corrupt. They rather see you sick and give you a pill instead of making lifestyles changes
I appreciate that you both spoke about not being here anymore. The big reason I don't go on benzo buddies is because that is forbidden topic. But if I don't have a space to talk about it and don't hear other people talking about their experience, I become isolated in that feeling amd it gets even darker... In other words because it's talked about in other circles, I have been able to gain great strength and perspective and keep on living.
GREAT video,💯% you two. On so many levels! Blessings ✨️✨️✨️
Namaste.
Matt.....you are such a beautiful person. The world needs you so much!!!!!♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ Thank you for helping me today.
Nature is slow.
I started running in spirituality circles back in 2015 when I was still heavily medicated. I do believe this connection awakened me to get off the drugs in 2017. I was very supported from my community through the w/d process. I am so grateful to that community. I have since moved out of state and am dealing with protracted w/d on my own, using all the tools I’ve accumulated the last 8 years. I have come to learn, through my own lived experience, the body and brain’s ability to heal itself and to remain patient and trust in the unfolding. Surrender is key for me!
This has brought me to tears. Thank you so much…I so needed to listen to this. Much Love to You Both.
Thank you thank you. I have been feeling so lost and have been doubting myself, my sanity, and my choices. Listening to you both talk has brought me some peace. Thank you both so much.
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I love the way the universe/source/God works! 3 years ago I walked into a healing/spiritual centre looking for answers. I was given a message via a medium/psychic about a: America b; RV camper van, c; microphone !! It did not make sense and I thought I would be travelling around USA in a RV , on stage with a microphone? Fast forward and I am listening to your guest talking about the spiritual side of life and Benzos. I sat bolt upright as I remembered that message years ago and I could join the dots. You have a camper van and travel around US and with your microphone/blogs and you are spreading awareness of Benzos. I have also been given a message from the 'other side' that I will be healthy and well and that my life will 'soar' high when I recover from benzo damage. I am 9 months off V. after being on them for 20 years. NOTHING will heal or take away the pain in an instant only time does this.
Wow!
I do wish there could be something that can be done about the pharmaceutical and medical side of dealing and fixing these issues. I mean there is a big community of people that this is happening to! And its almost criminal how doctors try to cover this up because of course their big paycheck is at risk! When and where do they draw the line? Is "modern medicine" really helping people? Or is it making it worse? I am forced to radical acceptance. 😢i just came from an appointment with a neurologist and they completely invalidated the akathisia and the arousal disorder i developed from all the medications i was given. Which means, no doctor will ever be able to help me. So i must help myself, and learn from this, and do what i can to heal. Thank you Angie and Matt for your recognition and sharing your battle and hope and strong words to help the rest of us!❤
I’ve had the same experience myself with doctors. My only validation has come from our community and nowhere else.
Very intelligent boy this Matt is. And so sweet and with such a beautiful face…Wonderful talk again Angie ❤
I am educating myself with your podcasts this weekend. I had to say, my first laugh this week, was you describing the different moods we, who are in W/D cycle through. You said, "...sometimes we are hysterical Courtney Love on steroids." Oh my God, that was me the last two days and here you are saying it out loud and I laughed with relief.
Hhaha I don’t know which video that was, but that makes ME laugh too!
God work 🙏🏽
Great conversation. This new age shit goes around and around in my head constantly and I feel like I must be doing something wrong because I've not healed at 14 years off. Can you imagine living with that stupid beast for that long on top of nerve and muscle pain? It's agony and I'm still here. It's just too comedic and ridiculous to believe and my will to survive seems to be super strong. The best I can hope for is to be present and not believe any of my thoughts. I really appreciate hearing you guys talking about it. It helps me ground as you know, not one soul around me gets it. Weird as fuck life and weird as hell world which I agree is on fire and the fire is right here in my body and brain too.
The world is definitely weird as fuck atm
@@katrinamenzies9398 Ha! To say the least. LOL
My heart loves you both!! ❤❤
We love you right back! 💜
All your videos are so helpful.. we learn and learn so much .. keep on going 🙏 thank you
Thank you so much Angie and Matt!! I soooo relate to (and have experienced ) everything you both have said. ❤❤❤
As usual, thank you Angie. You always do such GOOD!! Love, Jackie.
Such a valuable video. Thankyou both ❤
Thank you Angie and Matt❤️
Love you both! From 🇨🇦🥰👩🏻
Came across one of Matt’s videos and i can’t come across any other links to a support “community” ?
My sons story is similar and he’s been suffering for so long and i know he knows about PAWS and has come to many insights. I wanted to know if Matt has a website or something that i can direct my son to? In the past he’s leaned on Surviving Antidepressants and found the forum could get too toxic and created more fears he won’t get better. For all i know he’s also seen one of Matt’s videos and i am wary of scams having paid for treatment centers, councillors etc and i was wondering if Matt or you had other more positive support forums and if there is one for parents of adult children who are going through this and totally unable to work and do things other than sit and wait for relief?
I have a website with trusted resources and I run some support circles for patients and caregivers. My website is www.angiepeacock.com. Matt does not have a website for drug withdrawal.
790 days off still broken sleep 6 and half hours take metapralol succinate 75 mg and ivabradine fast heart rate when I feel normal
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Matt how you make out while at ATM ?
I have been feeling dizzy for 2 years as you. I have seen some of your videos. I can’t go to stores and stay stand because I feel like falling. I guess there is not a solution for this ?
Why are my legs and feet shaking and cramping, is it the muscle relaxant thing from the benzo's or is it stored anxiety ,trauma in the legs?
Sounds like benzo injury to me if it started when you came off the drug.
Yes i was stopped abruptly after 33 years on lorazepam.
Will it heal, I am shaking now 28 month's! Reïnstating benzodiazepines did not work .
@@freddumee we don't know yet whether these muscle/nerve type injuries are permanent or not. From being around the groups for many, many years, I've seen some people with these issues heal but some of us don't. It is not stored anxiety or trauma, it is a physical injury. I have yet to find anything that helps except learning to let go and relax despite being in utter agony. I'm so sorry. It's not fair. :(
Thank you for your answer 😢
@@freddumee You are welcome. All we can do is keep going. May you be well sooner than later.
Can somebody explain me. I am still in bad shape after 6 years. How can i know ill be ok if i dont have any normal memory how normal day should look like. Even when i was on meds. So it is like 10 years already without normal memory of life.
Memory can be affected for a long time. I suggest joining a protracted group (Benzo Buddies or on Facebook) and asking the larger community what their days are like. Always rule out things medically and if they don't find anything, it has to still be the injury, right?
@@AngiePeacockMSW thanks. What if my anxiety cause this? I am anxious about future everyday and then every few weeks my body collapse and in head i get brain zaps, tremors over my body, etc. Is this my anxiety that causes? It would be good to discuss what kind of symptoms long term anxiety causes and what PAWS? Just so we can be more calm.
@@mitch5222 I always recommend to list to The Anxious Truth podcast, starting on episode 1 and see if any of his teachings relate to you. They are based on the work of Claire Weekes. Only you can decide what is what.
@@AngiePeacockMSW thanks. I listen it
I stay far away from doctors. As much as I can.
This drug should be banned !! It got me to , OMG , how can they even get away with this evil drug !! 🥲😭
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