Hi, I'm Hervey

Welcome Hervey. That's a big drop from 40 to 20 and then to 10, your nervous system has been on a steady dose for 25 years so it's going to take its time adjusting. The sort of general consensus is 10% cuts, so maybe try smaller ones going forward. Fixation thoughts are often the last thing to fade because they're tied to the anxiety loop, and the heart racing and crying suggest your system is still overstimulated from the recent cuts. Worth logging check ins under My Taper so you can look back and see what day of the week these waves hit hardest, that data will help you spot the pattern. And don't hesitate to comment on other people's posts, someone out there is going through the exact same thing and your experience matters.

Hi @Hervey, I'm so sorry you're dealing with so many things. You've been on this drug for a very long time, so you need to take things much more slowly and gently. If your symptoms are unbearable, you can always try a slight updose. If not, definitely don't cut again until things stabilize. And then going forward, you may want to do much smaller reductions. Here are some helpful links for you: https://taper.community/thread/3613d8b1-99e9-4991-8c0d-ec96ba7534ad https://taper.community/thread/6b89abda-daba-44c8-a68f-f09790637183 https://taper.community/thread/a6fcd727-db10-4e30-bb01-98fa1342898e https://taper.community/resources/blog/heart-palpitations-from-withdrawal In the meantime, treat your body well and try to keep stress at a minimum if at all possible. Reach out anytime.... Hugs, Catina 🩷

Thanks for replying I appreciate it.