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Tapering: Cymbalta

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Midwest US

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July 3, 2026··
Did yoga and a jog yesterday, so I'm enjoying an increased awareness of my body. It's a mix of tension and calm. Thinking about autonomic regulation a lot lately, and hopeful that these processes will continue to rebuild. Also, feeling lots of emotions about injustice and long overdue revision of psychiatric practices, as usual. Really hopeful that our community receives more institutionalization. In the US, it is unfortunately political. I live under a society that pretends to care while being the antithesis of support. My voice on this topic is unwelcome in physical spaces. My passion is aflame during my taper, because it is likely that I may have to cease thinking about the rampant malpractice in my community when I consider myself recovered, for my own healing. I have ideas!

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Cymbalta — 5.2mg — 6 years — actively tapering | without clinician

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Catina
Catina2mo ago
Community AnchorEffexor
Nice to hear from you Dominic! I'm glad you're doing things that help regulate your nervous system. We have some information on that: https://taper.community/thread/ec72f5e5-39fe-4f0e-b3c9-083b3e99d1c3 Your passion for wanting better care for people is appreciated. We all feel the same way. Keep focusing on your healing ... you're doing a great job!

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 17.92 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg

“Your brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.”

Please Note: I am not a healthcare professional. Any advice given is based on personal experience and that of others in the lay withdrawal community.

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