Hello!
My name is Kylie and I am 26 years old. I have been addicted to opiates for 7 years now (Heroin for 2 years). I struggled tremendously to overcome my addiction so my family and I thought it best to start Suboxone treatment. I would say that it was a mistake to start Suboxone therapy because I'm still medicating everyday but truth be told it saved my life. My best friend died of a Heroin overdose two years ago and I just can't explain how it changed my life. The fact that he wasn't a believer is something I struggle with everyday and I think that is a part of the reason I have stayed on Suboxone for so long. I was able to regain control of my life but now I feel that it is indeed a crutch. I know in my heart that Suboxone is preventing me from furthering my relationship with the Lord so I decided to start lowering my dosage about a month ago. I'm down to taking .25 milligrams a day and I'll be stopping completely in a few days. Honestly, I'm scared to death. I know I shouldn't be giving in to my anxiety and fear but I'm having a hard time finding the courage to surrender. 1 John 3:21-22 "Beloved, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence toward God and whatever we ask we receive from him, because we keep his commandments and do those things that are pleasing in his sight." I feel that my fear is condemning my heart and I am unsure how to correct it. I pray for strength, courage and healing but I'm still pretty scared because of all the horror stories I've heard about detoxing off of Suboxone. Does anyone have any experience with Suboxone detox? I could really use some advice. Thanks!!!
Jonah 2:8
Those who regard in worthless idols Forsake their own Mercy.
My name is Kylie and I am 26 years old. I have been addicted to opiates for 7 years now (Heroin for 2 years). I struggled tremendously to overcome my addiction so my family and I thought it best to start Suboxone treatment. I would say that it was a mistake to start Suboxone therapy because I'm still medicating everyday but truth be told it saved my life. My best friend died of a Heroin overdose two years ago and I just can't explain how it changed my life. The fact that he wasn't a believer is something I struggle with everyday and I think that is a part of the reason I have stayed on Suboxone for so long. I was able to regain control of my life but now I feel that it is indeed a crutch. I know in my heart that Suboxone is preventing me from furthering my relationship with the Lord so I decided to start lowering my dosage about a month ago. I'm down to taking .25 milligrams a day and I'll be stopping completely in a few days. Honestly, I'm scared to death. I know I shouldn't be giving in to my anxiety and fear but I'm having a hard time finding the courage to surrender. 1 John 3:21-22 "Beloved, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence toward God and whatever we ask we receive from him, because we keep his commandments and do those things that are pleasing in his sight." I feel that my fear is condemning my heart and I am unsure how to correct it. I pray for strength, courage and healing but I'm still pretty scared because of all the horror stories I've heard about detoxing off of Suboxone. Does anyone have any experience with Suboxone detox? I could really use some advice. Thanks!!!
Jonah 2:8
Those who regard in worthless idols Forsake their own Mercy.
