The severity of drug withdrawal does not differentiate between street drugs versus medical drugs
So…don’t reach for the tranquillizers yet! Other choices may serve you better in the long run.
Of course, there is a place for drug intervention and times to be grateful for drug options. But, as an initial solution for stress, tranquillizer dependency is an issue long overdue inspection. While stress can lead to anxiety, stress in itself is not necessarily bad. At least, not initially. Acknowledging this difference enables management at an early onset.
In its positive form as a catalyst, stress often initiates positive action. It may result in finding a more suitable job or being well-prepared for an upcoming event. It may encourage us to seek new skills or change our perceptions. Both stress and anxiety are linked to our attitude, to listening and acting upon our inner signals. That can be a challenge for a society so heavily dependent upon external stimulus.
Stress only becomes detrimental when we don’t listen to the inner clues that all is not well. Pushing ahead through adversity regardless of how we feel eventually strains our equilibrium. Early signals may include a nervous stomach, indigestion, headaches or unusual muscular aches. When not heeded with a lifestyle adjustment, stress may turn into anxiety that translates into poor sleep, eating patterns and depression – soon to reflect into everything.
Everyone copes with varying levels of stress but the tendency for tranquillizer or antidepressant prescriptions for anything labelled as stress can eventually turn into a journey that’s worse than early symptoms. We could say that thirty-five years ago doctors didn’t realize how addictive these medical drugs were, but what would the excuse be today? We may be getting a dose of ‘learn to think for yourself’, as in question everything offered as to its health-promoting effects rather than suppressing symptoms and allowing the root cause to brew.
The emphasize conventional medical training targets health through is drug therapy or surgery. A physician’s suggestions are obviously well-meaning, the question is – are you at the stage of disease where a drug that over-rides your body’s messages is the best answer?
The severity of drug withdrawal does not differentiate between street drugs versus medical drugs. Initial months will slowly clear residual from body tissues but additional therapeutic work is needed to access unhealthy mental and emotional patterns and the accompanying repressed emotional responses. That aftermath is well-documented but not well-publicized. For those already on tranquillizers, the effort of going through the clearing process permits you to reclaim your life. It’s a process that must be done gradually with the safest outcome being under the guidance of a doctor in agreement or an experienced natural practitioner.
Regardless of your choice to cope with stress or anxiety, these states begin when our system is either physically or emotionally overloaded. Improvement is so noticeable after we cleanse our metabolism to allow more efficient function of all body systems,that inner cleansing and high nutrient provision become an easy initial option to provide a strong foundation for whatever additional methods you then choose.
There are many therapies to help cope with emotional and mental patterns that sabotage wellness. These are safer options for more lasting results than taking a tranquillizer to subdue habitual responses you find unacceptable.
Changing your lifestyle not an overnight process, but neither is drug withdrawal. It is important to note that those with recognized chemical imbalances, such as bipolar, cannot suddenly stop medication. In some cases it is the drug that enables balanced function. Even in these cases, however, much improvement can be gained by incorporating natural health promoters, including systemic cleansing, under proper guidance and in conjunction with your medical prescriptions.
Comments here, however, are primarily aimed at early anxiety treatment when natural options have not been considered. It is well-worth researching the improvement in children with ADD and autism that has been reported for those who sought guidance to change dietary habits and to detoxify, in particular, for heavy metal overload which dramatically impairs neurological function in anyone at any age.
Options to Explore for Reduction of Stress:
- detoxification: systemic first, eventually followed by guidance for metal detoxification which should only be undertaken with an experienced practitioner skilled in metal detox methods
- improved diet to nurture the nervous system, the immune system and the digestive tract, which reflect into all body function
- exercise: oxygenates all tissues, improves brain function, helps flush chemicals from your system via faster circulation and lymphatic flow
- new hobbies: keep yourself busy with new, fun activities and meeting different people
- social groups, support groups
- adequate sleep: whether 7 hours or 10, sleep according to your body needs will permit rejuvenation
- participate in volunteer activities
- access counselling
- meditation: walking can be a form of meditation when done without an iPod. Meditation helps you master your mind habits. There are many forms to help clear mental chaos while returning you to your core values and inner wisdom
- yoga: there are many forms of yoga. Ask which ones focus on breath and body movement versus holding postures. Respiration and muscular activity enhance lymphatic flow which is part of systemic waste removal
- mantra is ancient prayer in song form that releases tension from the brain and nervous system through use of sound. This is a non-religious, universal format for health improvement
- drumming: an ancient worldwide sound form for balance and release was through rhythm and pattern. Consider that grains of sand in a crystal bowl line up in patterns when the bowl is played, from vibration alone. Imagine how vibration can re-pattern your form and mind thoughts to an original and peaceful state. Such is the power of harmonious sound and music!
- herbs can assist neurological function when done with a practitioner’s guidance to match your requirements and your system to the herb selected
- various therapies can assist with lifestyle changes and emotional balance: including psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, polarity therapy and lifestyle coaching. Read about these forms to see what attracts you
- minimize alcohol consumption which is a stimulant; eliminate obvious pollutants like cigarettes and packaged fast-foods that contain dyes, preservatives and taste enhancer chemicals
- be open to accepting guidance, you don’t have to re-invent the wheel. Others have walked the same path
This may sound like a handy list that you don’t have the time to do. Keep in mind that periods of high stress and anxiety appear in our life when the patterns we are repeating no longer work well for us. A drug merely suppresses the responses to something that is not supportive or healthy, whether it’s alcohol or a tranquillizer. There are many options when you are ready to do the work that will result in an improved lifestyle.
Wishing you the best of health and of life,
