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Success Stories Pt.2
​Recovery is Possible

Success stories Pt.2: Heroin recovery success stories:

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By Jorge (George) Fernandez
​Part 2: The following is are more real testimonies from real heroin addicts, recovering addicts, parents helping their children quit heroin; brothers and sisters helping their family members quit heroin; boyfriends and girlfriends helping their loved ones quit heroin and stay clean for good.

​(Names have been abbreviated with initials to ensure privacy and personal and private details have also been removed as well). Enjoy.
"Atm I have 5 days clean... starting to feel a bit better... but the only reason for the being clean is im 2000 miles away from home!... im gonna try my hardest to keep this going... but its a battle,... it feels good to know there is someone to talk to about things when needd!!" EL (male)

"I am on day 15 of being clean and it's the longest I've been since I started using. I went for my first walk/jog today and felt a little better. I used the lowest dosage of subutex to get through the first 4 days and have taken less than .1 mgs here and there when I have random skin crawlings because I don't want to be hooked to another substance... Thank you for listening" WW (male)

"Hey jorge... Well I'm on a plane to rehab right now. I knew I had to go..yesterday after the night of withdraw I went to the set with no shoes.. just socks on and walked to get the dope... I haven't went one full day without it in 2 years. I'm going to indiana. Just wanted to tell u. Thank you for listening back wen I didn't really kno I REALLY needed help like I do now. It's for 50 days... Thank you!!" LH (female)
"I googled on how to quit cold turkey and found your website it has been a tremendous help to me today is day three and I'm actually making it this time I hope to stay on this track... so far so good I want so bad to be off this garbage so I can take better care of my kids and get back to work and get it back together... Thank you you're web site got me to finally do it you are probably save my life as well as the well-being of my kids I can never repay you for what you've done for me I hope that this thank you will go somewhere longline helping to repay my debt that I will forever feel to you thank you from the bottom of my heart... I am comited on not doing so much as one more bag wish me luck.." MB (male) ​​
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UPDATE: "7 days clean now. i know i can made it this far getting easier each day. thanks to your web site u did it with me thank you for a new chance can never repay you but want you to know that i owe ya big time. dont ever want to go through those seven days again that was hard but getting easier for shure keep up the good work. thank you" MB (male)

​UPDATE: "15 days clean and happy as hell cant wait to get to the 30 or 40 day mark then i can say i am well on my way tried and tried many times but have never gotten this far before guess cause i am old it just is alot worse... but i am happy to be at day 15 and did it myself... now i did it with methadone 2 days and subs 3 days then nothing it worked thank god and not too much pain and suffering like trying to do it with nothing just glad to be this far and making it. thank you for the website it helped more than you will know before now 3 days was as far as i could go then right back in the trap but looking up now anyway thank you." MB (male)


​UPDATE: Day 18: "well i can say i am going to make it fealing a lot better and no more cold chills wow glad to be alive again ... thank you bro if i get to fla i will drop a line and thank you in person cant wait to get my bikes out this spring still have them one thing i didnt give up for the "" that and my kids a little more work wouldnt hurt but working on that thank you from the bottem of my heart.." MB (male)
"Hey Jorge... thank you for responding I was pleasantly surprised that you answer I'm done with this " my family deserves better and so do I I'm going to do my best to break free of this drug I can't live like this no longer... I'm done haven't had anything today chose my plan and I'm out of state until Monday so no way of scoring anything I've had enough of the lies to the wife trying to explain where our money went and my daughter deserves so much more... don't feel that bad lots of walking and I've been goin for 13 hours so pretty tired.." RM (male) 

UPDATE: "I'm on my second day and to be honest I'm not feelin that bad I did taper down I guess that helps but to wake up and have that be the first thing on my mind is amazing thanks man and God bless you and this site that site is where I got the courage to do this." RM (male)

UPDATE: "Hey Jorge... just sayin what's up day 4 and goin through ups and downs but feelin pretty good leavin for jersey tonight gotta keep goin though.." RM (male)

Day 6: "I'm finally through it all. I'm so happy and I know il never go back I suffered so much but I'm glad I did bec il never want to go through that EVER again but I feel so good I feel like I never did b4. Just wanted to say tu for ur support. You are a good person for caring and good luck to ur success... And I promise you and myself I will never look back or go down that road again. And every time I do think about it il remember the pain it caused in both ways while using and hurting everyone in my life and also ruined a good part I will NEVER forget the suffering I went through these last 6 days so that is a good thing to always keep in my mind. So thank you.... :)" JR (female)

"wats up man its day six now i do feel better than day three but still pretty restless im getn a lil more excited each day knowin that freedom is that much closer. your website was a enormous help thanks so much.." JN (male)
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UPDATE: Still clean: "thank you Jorge. It's truly a blessing from above to be where I am right now and something much greater and more powerful brought this opportunity to have my life back as a sober being. My wife and daughter needed their daddy back. My life was meant for so much more than what I was using it for. I am deeply thankful for being given a second chance at showing everyone who I am and what I represent..." JY (male)

"Jorge,.. He talked me into checking myself into a hospital, a rehab I guess is much more accurate... It ended up being one of the most profound experiences of my life. I have made some of the closest friends of my life and now that we're all out and about.., we aren't doing it alone... it feels so good to be free again, like all those other people walking around out there!.. I'm fighting to win this thing. It gets a little better everyday... Thank you for your inspiration and for answering my email,.. Godspeed man.." RR (male)

"Hi Jorge, ive just read your website and think its brilliant. I'm from the UK,.. been smoking heroin everyday for the past 4 months (1gram per day). I am now 66 hours since my last smoke... Thanks man...Keep up your good work, your probably saving / improving countless lives. Take it easy brother.." JD (male) UK
​"Dearest Jorge, I am writing a follow up to my email to you regarding my son. He has been clean now for nearly 2 months. I cannot thank you enough for your very helpful and encouraging website. My son followed your cold turkey plan, except for the exercise. I watched the transformation as his body and mind allowed.... It took about 6 weeks to get a good nights sleep, and once the appetite returned, he got stronger every day. About 2 weeks ago he started to take long skateboard runs, and was quite happy to feel so energized. He began attending weekly Christian based meetings for addiction, and even attends church with me... He is looking for work now, eating and sleeping well, attending meetings and church, associating with drug free friends, and saying he wants to be drug free.,.. Let me say again over, and over that I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the work you put into helping others. My son couldnt have done this alone.... God Bless you for all you do. Regards..." BF (mother helping son)

UPDATE: 1 Year clean: "Hi Jorge, I would like to thank you again and give you an update on my son. I cannot thank you enough for being there for us. My son is currently working in construction 6 days a week, 12 hour days. He started in iron work which is very hard and grueling in 100 degree heat. He loves his job and says he really doesn't want to go back to the life with drugs. My deepest gratitude to you and all of those that help you to help others and deliver a ray of hope in beating what is such a devastating addiction. God Bless You.." BF (Mother helping son)

"I want to thank you for the many lonely sick painful nights that your website acted as a beacon on solid shores in a tempest of uncertainty. You have saved so many lives Jorge, including mine and continue to, year after year. Your testimonials make me tear up like so many others. It's truly touching and motivational... I wanted to write to you this time as a commitment to myself and to you that I will never turn back again. I will keep you updated as the days/months/years pass and hopefully one day my story may inspire others to break free as well. I don't know you, but you are loved so deeply. Thank you for everything..." JL (male)

UPDATE: Day 3:"was able to sleep a good 9 hours (fitfully) but with minimal discomfort, all things considered. I truly think the "restful legs" stuff helps a good bit. At work again today. Id be lying if I said I had any kind of energy what so ever. But all things considered I'm feeling ok. Able to hold conversation with my boss fairly easily which helps with taking my mind off the physical pain. I can't wait to be out of these woods. I can't wait to begin my new endeavor in life, now knowing I can never ever ever go back, not even once. Anyways I'm 6 hours from my 4th day. Hoping this will start to diminish as the night drags on... Wish me luck Jorge I've been thinking of your positivity!" JL (male) 

UPDATE: Day 4:"Jorge, what an honor it is for you to respond to my emails. Very encouraging! Today (day 4) was unbelievably better. I ate a solid meal for the first time since day 1 and again I was able to sleep it off last night!!! A fitful but refreshing 7-8 hours! I woke up a new man for sure. Most of the discomfort has finally subsided... The goose flesh is almost gone/tolerable and I actually laughed for a long time today. I keep thinking about you, and what you've done for all those people who were scared to face this nightmare. It makes me want to volunteer somewhere to give back; like you have. Once my energy is up I'm going to start considering ways to help those who are still in her grips...I hope you are well my friend. Thank you again for the reply and the wonderful encouragement! Thanks for everything Jorge.." JL (male)

UPDATE: "On day 8 now. GOING STRONG! Chills and generally achey but time no longer drags out like a blade. My mental attitude is cleaner more optimistic. Anyways... I hope you are well!" JL (male)
​UPDATE: Almost 3 months clean: "Lost count somewhere around day 10... Still going strong. Occasional night sweats but only when I get decent deep rem sleep... I'm actually emailing you from Orlando, on my way home I stopped by Disney world and spent two solid days in the parks! My first time ever haha. So much fun. I'm glad I was able to kick before the tour and Disney. Otherwise it could've been a nightmare... Anyways. It was nice... It IS nice feeling like myself again... Overall I owe you a great thank you for all you've done, I'm so glad to be back on my feet again and headed the right way. I actually laughed until I cried tonight, I had forgotten what that felt like. Thanks for everything Jorge, I hope you are well!" JL (male)

"Hey, your site has helped me a ton so far. I am @ 40 hrs clean... So far I've only used OTC meds and 1 xanax. Thank you for your website. Ive read everything over and over many times during these last 40 hrs. I used your site to pump me up for about a week before I quit dope..." HK (female)

UPDATE: Day 3:"Hi Jorge, thank you so much for your response. I honestly didn't think you would respond at all. I don't know how.. you have time to respond to everyone. But thank you, it means a lot...I did mean to say 10 mgs of done. I took 10 mgs last night and actually got 4. Full hrs of sleep. Thank God. That's 4 hrs off the clock!! I'm now @ 58 hrs clean 3 days!!...I have read your site over and over and over and from that I know I will not die!!! Please pray for me to get thru these next few days... honestly I don't know if it is the tiny bit of methadone or the nightquil or the little sleep but I feel a little better right now. Thank you so much for caring!!!" HK (female)

UPDATE: "Day 6 BABY!!!!! Damn it feels good. Life is beautiful!!!!!" HK (female)

UPDATE: "Hi Jorge, I've made it to day 12 !!!! Now that the worst is over, and I am back to work and the regular routine that I thrive on... One day I will thank you in person for all you have done to save my life!!!?? Xoxo" HK (female)

"Jorge, I'm sure you get this all the time but I can't tell you how much this website has helped me in my battle to quit opiates. I'm only on my 4th day clean but by doing a lot of the things you've suggested I feel like I've kicked the drugs this time. I've got a long way to go but I haven't felt this good in over 2 years so I don't plan on looking back. Thank you so so much for taking the time to share your story and your knowledge on the subject. Hope all is well!.." CF (male)

"hi Jorge, your website is the holy grail of information, thank you cannot adequately express our gratitude to you. Our son is 19 and we just learned he was addicted to heroin... Today is his 8th day clean. I had never heard of happy endings with people addicted to heron, your site gave us hope... He has moved back home with us and will start outpatient rehab tomorrow... I do believe he is committed to getting clean, and has done wonderful so far,.. Thank you." S (mother helping son)     

"Hello... I have been on h for a year.. I am on day 5 it was rough I didn't think I could do it but by following most of your site I am doing it and getting stronger every hour I have no desire to score or put a needle in my arm ever... I know I could score to but I have been strong and have not I had a few vicodin and percocets they helped this was on the third day.. stories have helped me get through this... thanx for this sight it has helped me out.soon it will be day 7 not soon enough one hour at a time thank you..." JS (male)
​UPDATE: Day 6: "this site helped me out.. I walked for two miles today than took a bath chills seem to have gone away for a while its day 6 been holy hell but day 7 maniana so happy both me and my wife have been off for a week she is on day 6 on the warm turkey method man I admire you thank you so much for this sight without it we would be still in el paso using and ruining our lives we seperated for a while still togther though shes kickin at her grannys me I came to my moms.. man thanks day 7 and forever my life is mine again..." JS (male)

UPDATE: Day 7: "Man Jorge thank you for your site so much man... day 7 today can't Beleive I made it dont have no need for it urges desires cravings nothing man trying to get to day ten... That rocky song did it man I was soaking in the bath listening too first few days it really stayed in my head and got me by. I even went for a walk today.. soon and I'm going to see if I can quit smoking.. we split up to get clean and it worked she even has money for new shoes and clothes... me to it feels so good to almost be normal again thank you so much this site is such an inspiration man if only more people knew about it they would make it through this evil disease and hell of a life. Thank you..." JS (male)

UPDATE: Day 8: "Thank you so much man couldn't have done without your help those first few days were HELL but I pulled through man just kept reading your site and bathing several times daily... today is day 8.. chills have gone almost completely away... I just keep thinking never well I have to go through that again... Man your methods worked man I'm almost at day 10... dude your a life saver. I even feel so much better I bought some clothes hadn't done that in forever it felt good to have some money in my pocket for once. I'm just trying to take it day by day I know one thing those cravings are gone completely ihave no desire to touch that "" again... To whoever says it can't be done they are wrong... you got to want this better life, hope you can share my story with whoever you want.. because I want to help people get off this "" to your an inspiration man.thanks again.." JS (male)

UPDATE: Day 21: "Hey what's up man I been busting my " working 2 jobs now for about 2weeks now... thanks for all your help man I needed to hear someone say I was doing good I did it @Aaaaiiidddddrrrrrriiiiiiiaaaaannnn!!!!!!!!" JS (male)

Hi Jorge!!...I am happy to say I am 8 days clean… awww man I thank you because you inspired me!! I kept telling myself one more day... one more day!! I must have smoked a million cigarettes cause my nerves were super bad but Im sick of them too… I got some patches and Im working through it.. I once again thank you on behalf of myself and the countless other ppl who will read your story and be inspired to quit too!! I kno I still have a ways to go but this 8 days is a victory and an accomplishment for me!! Thank you soooooo much and I first thank GOD because he walked me thru the darkest time of my life!! Sincerely, former addict.." SW (female)

UPDATE: "Doing good bro..almost 30 days!! Yeeeaahhh boooooyyyyyy lol :)" SW (female)

"Hey Jorge... I bought a ton of immodium and HOLY "" it worked sooo well. I mean I still felt uncomfortable but I went almost 48 hours without any heroin and I felt pretty darn good. I didn't vomit once and I had no diarrhea....I mean I can totally deal with this for a few more days.. I can't believe I'm actually going to kick this thing cold turkey. I'm on day 3 right now and I don't feel good but I feel a MILLION times better now that I have all the OTC meds you recommended and I never would have been able to endure my horrible withdrawals that I had when I tried doing it with no OTC meds at all... Just knowing I'm totally fine and I won't die from this makes me have less anxiety which was something that just always makes withdrawals worse. SO anyway just wanted to update you and tell you how much of a night and day difference that has been..." EN (male)
UPDATE: "Well Jorge, I am happy to say... heroin free since I left... I have NOOOOOO desire to get high at all... Thank you so much for your website and advice. if I hadn't known about the power of imodium i might have lost my mind... You were a real life saver dude!... I even managed to quit cigarettes and everything!.." EN (male)

UPDATE: "Hey Jorge Well I got great news. I'm 7 days free of all heroin and I'm 3 days clean of suboxone and the physical withdrawals have FINALLY stopped. I feel like a regular human almost. I'm hungry for food!!!!... I still can't " believe I am NOT ON HEROIN ANYMORE!!!!!! WOOOOOOOHHHH!!! " the dope man he just lost a big customer. he keeps calling and I just ignore him now. It's so nice not to be his slave anymore..." EN (male)

​"3 days sitting in this chair... went and got some Kratom and omg did it help. I'm up and feeling better to shower and do stuff.. thank you so much Jorge" RF (male)

"Hi Jorge, I could never ever THANK YOU ENOUGH!! You are an Angel on Earth, My Friend!! Thank You so much... It was rough but your way truely did make it alot easier than the last few failed tries. I have been clean for a while now and getting strong as the days move on... Once Again, THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS,..." AI (female)
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"i like your article. iv just got clean of 2mg of subutex, im at day 7 and ent gr8 yet. what you say about music is true. i run daily... anyway i just wanted to say, yours is probably the best advise for people who want to get clean that iv seen... its good to be back man...." PC (male)

"I'm on my 8 night... I really enjoyed your website you need to let the people know that music really helps!!!!!" TC (male)

"Jorge, I'm now on day 13 after kicking suboxone & heroin cold turkey... I'm determined to win this battle, there is no stopping me! I am so inspired by your tips to be successful in the fight to be free of opiates. I hope others who might want to get out of bondage will visit your page and be encouraged as I was!!!!! Thank you my friend..." JW (male)

"Hey buddy, good news! I'm on day 13 right now and never felt more powerful in my life. I took in a lot of supplements, got a counselor, talked to friends, I'm at the point where I'm training every day an hour a day... So I'm beyond where I thought I'd be on day 13... and now I'm just feeling on top of the world mentally. Not quite physically... but I don't care. That is nothing compared to the hell I endured at the beginning of withdrawal... had me crying and praying for the first time in my life. Thanks Brother" GS (male)

"Hi Jorge, You've got a brilliant website goin here. You've got some great ideas about passing time, using music and films to stay motivated. I'm definitely goin to use your tips this time. I'll be goin cold turkey,.just wanted to say Hi and thanks." LG (female)

"Jorge, Thank you so much for taking the time to publish this website, your words and motivation to kick the junk old-school cold turkey have really inspired me. Thank you for giving me the strength... It's now been a whole day and I haven't wasted my entire morning thinking of a way to get my next speedball. I can already feel the change approaching, and I'm welcoming it, with reluctant, yet joyous outstretched arms. What a guy you must be, to dedicate your life to helping guys like me. Thank you so much! I'll stay in touch!..." CJ (male)
UPDATE: 1 month clean: Jorge, I am pleased to report that it has been over a month since I beat heroin and cocaine cold-turkey. Wow, has my life drastically changed! Most noticeably, I have gained over 20 lbs.... I cant stop eating everything in sight! ARGGGG!! I have to remind myself to eat healthier. I have been taking a vitamin regiment which has been helping a lot. Especially my B-Complex vitamins coupled with L-Lysine (amino supplement). I would highly recommend this combination to others in my situation. You were right about the exercise, SO important... I did my best to stretch often and keep moving around, and I took the occasional light walk to the store for supplements or beverages... I had the help of my girlfriend who stood by my side the whole time... Going through all of this together has made us so much stronger, and it becomes more and more clear that she is the person I will marry... I started a new job...I was lucky to have some good friends plug me in with a new job within a few weeks after quitting... I am starting to get back into shape...And after this next paycheck, my girlfriend and I will finally be all caught up on our bills and rent... One of the guys saw me yesterday and said "wow man, you look like a normal, happy, healthy person"... I just feel so thankful to be alive. Everything in life has become so beautiful again. The birds, the sunshine, flowers, smells, feels... its like an explosion of life everywhere. I feel reborn. It's amazing... the feeling is so much better than any drug can give you. I proved to myself that "anything is possible"... truly... you only have to believe in yourself. I feel this empowerment that I have never felt before and I have all this confidence in myself. Something I have struggled with my entire life... Thank you for being there for all of us, Jorge, we need more people in the world like you. It is so easy to be written off by the world as a "stupid junkie".... but YOU know that its more complicated than that. We are people too. Normal people who have made bad decisions because we were in pain, emotionally or physically. Thank you man. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart..." CJ (male)

"Hello Jorge your story is truly amazing and would like to say all this information has been really helping my boyfriend... Day 1, 2, 3 were really bad for him, day 4 was a good day and he felt so much better but after having a sleep for the first time since quitting... Your website is so helpful and inspiring and as well as helping people quit it has also helped me understand more about heroin and give my boyfriend much better support and encouragement..." SH (girlfriend helping boyfriend)

"Dear Jorge, I stumbled across your page around ten days ago. Your site showed sensitivity and compassion. It's just what I needed as oppose to the cold "your a junkie" type sites. Its what us lost souls need. You inspired me! your words were and still are a most needed comfort and inspiration! I am now soon to be 7 days clean. The insomnia is debilitating but I will march on through! I simply wish to say, thank you Jorge, you have been of priceless help to me. I wish I could shake your hand..." Ads (Male)

UPDATE: Day 9: "Hey Jorge, Your reply has given me such a boost bro! now on day 9. I know I got a long road ahead but its do or die like you said. I am getting an hour here and a couple of hours there which helps,... 6 months of smoking that crap. What a fool I was. Never again!!! Jorge, thank you so much!" Ads (Male)

UPDATE: Day 12: "Hey Jorge,... I had a read of your site and its the words "Do or die" that resonated inside me! you said that if your just going to lie in bed and feel sorry for yourself, your going to just fade away!... there was a moment where I plucked up the courage to tell the guys (they were aware of my addiction to H) and I just opened up fully about my battle and I told them that I am clean now for 12 days, they cheered and shook my hand and hugged me. Man, I broke down into tears! I mean I bawled like a baby! But it felt so good just to get it out! I hammered the crap out of my guitar! I felt this energy, this force flowing through me!The bottom line is...I FELT ALIVE AGAIN MAN!... I know I dont know you, but I feel like I do in a way as have read from the same evil page. As a mentor goes, AGAIN I want to thank you Jorge from my heart, for taking the time out to support me. DO OR DIE BROTHER! God bless you Jorge,.." Ads (Male)
​"Jorge, Hello!! I just HAD to let you know... we did it... I can't believe how much better I'm FINALLY feeling:)... I'm feeling sooooooo much better... I can not THANK YOU enough for all your advice....if my daughter had not found your site I'm sure we would all still be using. You are a good man & I will never forget all the help you gave us... And I KNOW my parents are looking down smiling... finally. Thanks again.." KY (female)

UPDATE: 8 Months clean: "Hi there! I wanted to let you know it is going on 8 months I've been clean now. I can't believe it's really been this long. I can't thank you enough. I've found a killer job making almost $15/hour.., I have my own place again and feel SO good every morning when I wake up. The not sleeping, shakes & eyesight issues have all gone away too... I know my parents are proud of me and I'm trying to help them both by example. Thank you again for being there for me. You are in my daily prayers as you saved my life. I'll continue to keep in touch! Love..." KY (female)

40 Days clean: "Hey Jorge,... Thought I would give you an update you on how I am doing and thank you again for your supportive words... I took your advice and battled through. All opiates out my system have not used again. Managed to go back to work today without feeling my heart was bursting out my chest with anxiety. Think the fresh air, structure and being back in the company of the outside world worked wonders too. I really want to keep away from the bad ways and I know I have a way to go with my psychological work. I need to be strong when the thoughts try to tempt me back... I am getting married soon and my fiance needs to feel secure and not feel she is waiting for the next nightmare... Thanks so much man.." JD (male) 

UPDATE: 6 Months Clean: "Hey Jorge how doin man, it's " " that ex addict from Scotland, im still clean my friend started a new job (better pay, better people) and I'm doing so well mate. I am in heaven mate, I really am and those kind emails you sent still ring in my ears, i am stronger than ever and more vigilant and find it easier to discipline myself thanks to people like yourself who have took the time to care, (thanx man) from my heart really, give my love to your family and friends and don't be shy to let people know the work you do because it does work. It's raining here in Glasgow, but the sun is shining in me once more, I am on top and intend to stay here, have a great day buddy, god bless you and yours jorge hope to hear from you soon my friend!!!" JD (male)

18 Months Clean: "Hey Jorge! I'll have almost 18 months clean... I've actually had the same job for a whole " year..!.. I've never had a job that long.. Miracles and blessings left and right... I have a very few people in my life that never gave up hope that I could get my life together, you are one of them. :)... Just for today, I am free Jorge... And what an amazing thing it is to not be a prisoner of my own mind. I hope this finds you well. :) I have soooo much love in my heart for you. You have always been there, kinda like one of those great big oak trees. Gotta go for now, I get to go be a productive member of society!..." AW (female)

"Hey Jorge! Look man, its not that i wasn't expecting an answer from you, but such a personalized answer just made my day, really. I really admire the fact that you actually care and i bow to you and your good will, truly... and on that behalf buprenorphine is helping a lot. Its day 4 today and i feel better. i'm eating healthy and trying to think healthy too. Im following your advices, and i will do everything to keep walking the clean path and quit heroin for good. I normally get by quite good with the first days, my problem is one that you have mentioned in your site, overconfidence. After the first 7 days i tend to become euphoric and to confident and i really have to work my mind out concerning that. Your web site is the best, most complete and organized web site i came across through out the web. We could use something like this in Portugal, since we have lots of people seeking advice online but nothing like this exists... Maybe one day, if i quit for good(and eventually i will) i'll work on a platform like yours to help my fellow portuguese addicts. I would love to that =) I'll keep you updated Jorge and keep on reading your site and advices. I agree with you when you say that we become the information we tend to seek out for, so ill keep reading about quitting heroin and turn my life around for good!! Thank you so much and may the good force be with you too=)" PS (male)
​UPDATE: Day 5: "Good morning Jorge,Thank you man, really. Maybe i will. I wanna do this, quit heroin. More than anything right now. Its amazing the power that unconditional support has on people... Keep doing your thing, your words have great power,honestly. Day 5, back to work, but feeling much better. Have a nice day!" PS (male) 

"Hi Jorge, I'm writing to tell you that I finally did go to my doctor yesterday and came completely clean with her and she was so supportive! I wanted to thank you for your advice to go and tell her because I'm not sure I'd of had the guts without your encouragement and the support of my family. Thanks," SR (female)

"jorge, i found your site, like it was from god. my story is similar in that i come from a good home, im from new york and i have had a serious problem with drugs since i was 17 (im 31 now) just more and more trouble, harder and harder chemicals... i finally ater 12 years quit marijuana only to start playing with dope which i never had a problem with until i started doing it everyday... i have a job, and i just sniffed my last line as i had my coffee and went over more of your site. ive been reading it for the past week, my kratom just came in the mail this morning and i have everything i need to try and get through it. this will be my 4th time trying to stop,... i dont deserve my girl or my comfortable life. i am the one making it uncomfortable... i have the kratom which should help with it, and the coriceden cold medicine. apparently the DXM is an antagonist to your receptors... i dont know ive tried dope in the past on and off, never thought it would turn into a habit, and i guess im surpised at how fast you can get addicted and how rough it really is to move on... thanks for your time, and ill be following your site religiously until i get on my feet.." WG (male)

UPDATE: "Hey Jorge... On my third day, starting to ween off the kratom. Used the valerian root, 5htp kratom and multivitamin and vitamin d and melatonin. So far I actually slept the two nights where before I was wide awake, so that was awesome. Im doing it... getting that exercise. My legs haven't ached too much and I feel happy from the 5htp. I think I may have found the concoction to get through it... I've kept my job through all this "" I put myself through... Im doing it this time. Thanks for your awesome site..." WG (male)

UPDATE: Day 9: "Feeling good man... moving forward. Not as hard as I thought. I've spent the latter part of my adult life totally on drugs so this is welcomed. Seem to have more energy and im happier. Glad I don't have to spend so much money... The worst is over. And I slept throughout the sleepless parts for once,..." WG (male)

"Found your site 8 days ago, and immediately ordered kratom caps to detox off 4 mgs Sub that I was on for depression, not even for opiate addiction. After the sub stopped working I tried to get off... then I researched and found your site. I had the Kratom overnighted and stopped sub that day. Sooo much easier... not perfect but I don't want to jump off a high rise and I now have hope. Many thanks" MG (female)

"My wife and i had just quit 21 days ago cold turkey... we will never go back. A lot of the things in the article you wrote we did and i am glad to see someone else made it... we dont want to go there again. thank you for the read that you made it was very inspiring." TC (husband and wife)

"I just wanna say... THANK YOU SO.. MUCH! This is the only thing to get me to quit. after reading this I prepared myself and did it. Kicking my 3 bag a day habit was so hard, but i did it finally. And it was all help to your guide bro. If i could hug you, i would. Again, thanks a lot. <3<3 Much love..." RH (male)
"Hi Jorge, I'm from Australia... I stumbled onto this site. Let me just say, I love it and thanks again. It gave me strength and hope even in those moments where I would breakdown in tears... Well im back at work today and I wanted to write to you as soon as i got back... I wish to express my gratitude and if youre ever in town let me know and i'll tell mumma to cook the best Wog food you ever had... God Bless you brother..." DM (male)

"Yes! I made it through work and didn't puke or die or anything, haha... I'm glad I went to work... Your e-mails have helped a lot... And believe me, I am not going to give up now. I swore to myself this would be the last time I get sick. I'm going to try to get back into music or something because I'm sure I'll have extra time on my hands now.... Thanks again. Your website rules, and I will recommend it to everyone I know that wants to quit. I couldn't afford the things you had on the cold turkey section.. but things on there still helped me and even made me tear up some. I don't have a great support system here and just reading that, even from a complete stranger, that I can do it is amazing. Thanks again :) " TH (female)

"Your site is the best site on quitting!... I really mean that,... People dont understand junkies need and hour by hour plan and thats what you give. I was a junkie for 20 years... You addressed some very important but mostly missed things... i.e. (what you watch)and the rollercoaster effect it can cause... (been there) the otc stuff...the right music... this is a REAL LIFE PLAN... not some bull... CANT SAY ENOUGH... your a smart guy jorge... you learned your lesson well. THANK YOU..." GO (male)

"Hi Jorge! i read ur page and have been taking all the otc's u recomended. im now 51hrs in and compared to the last time I quit cold turkey, this is 100 x's better. my symptoms are so much easier to deal with. havent ran or walked, but am getting out of bed and doing things. last time I just layed there and 12 days later didnt even feel this good. thanx for all ur wonderful advise! i cant wait to be free again! god bless u for caring!..." TM (male)

"Thank you.... Your advise was the best around..... running, hot baths, suppliments!!!! 7 days sober today!!!! Thank you for assuring me that I was not dying. I really did question it for a few days lol..., have no doubt that this battle is mine to conquer and giving up us not an option. I'll update u in a few weeks, however I am off for a morning Jog. Thank u, a million times, thank u for all of your great tips and good knowledge. You were a light in a very foreign darkness!..." SH (female)

UPDATE: 3 Months Clean: "Doing great! Still clean. Everyday gets better and better. Not having my life prisoner to the next opiate is truly freedom... . even now i havent relapsed. I want to live my life. Everyday theres a choice i make to stay clean. Having a website like yours really helped. An email to reach out really shows that you are very amazing human being. Means a lot. Thank you :-).... be blessed. Hugs... i had better go.... Time for my daily run, that you got me hooked on :-) thank you for everything!" SH (female)

"Thank u so much! I have read ur site so many times and finally did it. First time cold turkey didn't work but warm turkey with a few subs did. I'm on day 4 and feel great. I still have 2 subs left and taking them only when needed. Now I'm reading how to beat the cravings and telling myself I can do this. Thanks again u gave the best advice..." MS (female)

UPDATE: Day 9: "It was one of the hardest things I've ever done...but now so worth it. Thank u again for keeping my head up, u really did help me believe in myself. Another thing that helped was I wrote a letter to myself promising to never do it again, all the reasons not to, how I felt withdrawing, and how to get thru the cravings. I took all ur advice and I think I have ur whole entire Web site memorized by now. Thanks again if I didn't stop now I might not have been around in a few more months cuz I was losing so much weight. I'm small as it is only 5 ft and 97 pounds but 2 Weeks ago I was at 83 pounds and would have probably kept losing more weight. I read the success stories and people say that u saved there life, well u can add one more to the list. Can't thank u enough..." MS (female)
"Hi Jorge!.. I wanted to let you know how I'm doing now. I'm engaged to the most supportive and understanding man in the world, and I went back to school to become a doctor. I'm in the honors program at a private " " university with a 4.0 so far, and I'm hoping to become a psychiatrist and join Doctors Without Borders and open up a rehab one day. I had done heroin for 8 years, and once I became clean, I was disgusted at how selfish and despicable a life I had been living. I've gotten 5 of my friends to quit and took care of them through withdrawals... My advice to anyone looking at this website is stop waiting for a good opportunity to quit. A lot of people have to keep working to pay their bills or fix their cars or get a lawyer, but nothing will get better while you're still doing dope. A lot of people's lives are hanging on by a thread, and they feel they don't have the time to withdraw. They're afraid to lose their jobs (the ones who have jobs), but there's no point in even having a job if you're just going to spend your money on dope. When you do dope, there are only 4 places you can go: to the streets, to jail, to the hospital and to the morgue. It's impossible to become successful while on it, and there are no advantages that last. These are facts. I'll never forget the day I stumbled on your website. I didn't know what to do, and all I had to do was ask. You helped me every step of the way... I hope I can come visit you when I finish med school and my residency. I'll definitely need a vacation to the beach by then! :) Thanks for all the help! I never could have done it without you!..." LT (female)

Day 16: "Hello Jorge... Its been 16 days without opiates and feeling better day after day. Man, your site and personal story truly inspired me and as I said..., planted a seed in me... the no turning back tree is now growing in the fertile garden of my ravaged soul, towards the light! I feel strong and will not go back to heroin slavery. Thanks for your site, your support, you probably know that but your site has a lot of impact on the mind of people willing to quit this evil addiction. I still have a lot to do with my life. Revolution is on the verge in my home town " " and all over the world.. The only people making war on drugs are the ones trying to quit!!!!!! Have a nice day Jorge, you saved another soul!..." CG (female)

3 Weeks Clean: "Hi Jorge, I just wanted to say hello to you, my friend, and let you know that I am back... and still sober. Staying sober hasn't been easy man but I have done it for three weeks now (off of EVERYTHING including lesser drugs and alcohol too) and it does feel good. I started exercising again and that really helps... I just have to keep going. Keep fighting the evil urge to use. Stay sane. Stay calm.... I am just going to take little steps like fixing my resume up and then send it out daily. And just pray. And pray... I hope you are well. I thought of you often... You may have saved my life. I still thank you every day for what you are doing here and for the website. It's a miracle for addicts in need. Keep it up! Your friend,.." LC (female)

UPDATE: 1 Year clean: "Hello there Jorge!... I have some great news - I made it to my ONE year sober mark!!! I'm really not sure how to convey what I felt the yesterday as I took my one year token at my home group meeting. There was so much love and joy and gratitude in that room. I felt like I finally had achieved something in my life that I could be proud of. I finally set a goal and achieved it, and it was the hardest thing I've ever done! ... The life I have today is so radically different from my life just one year ago. I have a safe, warm home to live in with people who love me. I have food in my refrigerator. I have hobbies now that do not involve scoring and using. I found out that I am not at all who I thought I was - I am someone who likes things like gardening and photography and writing... Today I have successful, kind, positive-thinking friends I can talk to or call anytime... I am able to be more honest with everyone, especially myself, and that is such a gift... the biggest miracle of this past year for me has been the birth of my son... I love my little boy so much... I will never forget what you have done for me and so many others by building your website and being at your computer when I called out in desperation. You are this incredible torch in the darkness for all us... Thank you for not forgetting us. Thank you for going back into the "war zone" now and again to help some of us out. You are a personification of the good in all Heroin addicts and ex-users. We all have something to offer this world. I can't wait to begin helping others more as I get stronger and stronger. Thank you AGAIN from me and my son "!... If I could hug you or shake your hand I would. Much love to you, brother. Love Your friend and (sober!!!) sister..." LC (female)
10 Months Clean: "Dude you have no idea how much you helped me out for real i think i be readen your story for the first three weeks that i was self detoxing And it got me through and here i am ten months later.... you help alot of us out thank you very much and god bless you..." AN (male)

"Hi Jorge. Thank you for putting this site up for girls like me who want to change... start googling things and stumble upon this gem!...I have been clean now from snorting H and Oxys for 3 weeks...once again thank you for all this info. This page has given me great guidance... Thanks.." LB (female)

"Your site helped me alot. I'm almost 72 hours into my withdrawl after using heroin iv for almost a year. I feel really good, the worst is over from what i hear and my body is starting to return to normal. your site was a huge inspiration and i found myself going back over the more motivational parts of your page over and over whenever I felt weak and it helped me get through. I know its soon yet, but I really think I beat this and I did it with your help. Whoever the hell you are, thank you. you are a really great person..." WM (male)

UPDATE: "day 8. feelin like a rockstar. killin it at work. you saved my life. i will pay it foward.." WM (male)

"Hi,..My bout was shortlived with "H" luckily. I tried my first hoot about 2 months ago and I quickly became a 400 plus dollar a day user. I followed your cold turkey tips to a T and am now on day 6 and doing really well! Anyone who says they can't are wrong. I just did it w my boyfriend we suffered and succeeded together and I just wanted to say thank you!.." S & C (female)

"Hey man,... I am now 8 days clean off a serious long term heroin addiction, which is the cleanest I have been in years, and it definitely feels amazing. I've read your page countless of times because of the motivation it gives me, I have always felt like everyone else had the strength to quit except me, but I did it and I'm threw my withdrawls. Thanks for your support." KC (male)

"We are trying to follow your website to help him come off heroin… I gave him the Tagamet, Imodium, and Nyquil and it made him feel 100% better. I think I should make sure he gets it through the night as well as the daytime Thank you.." RH (mother helping son)

"jorge, your website gives me more inspiration to get of the... and get my life back together than ANYTHING else. when i finally clicked the "if you're ready" link and the rocky theme started i nearly cried because i was filled with so much hope... i can't wait to be free,.. thank you for your inspiration..." MF (male)

"Hey-... i've been using heroin for almost 2 years, and in the past 6 months is when i've become on and off physically dependent. The vicious cycle of heroin use and withdrawl... god, it's the most painful thing to endure, whether for yourself or for someone you care about. I went to your site and read the whole thing- crying the entire time (especially the testimonials). The information you offer is so spot on and helpful, the best we (me and my boyfriend) have found so far. Thank you so much for creating this site and being there for complete strangers. After reading this site and seeing how strong and motivated my boyfriend is, I really do want to just get rid of the rest of my bags and start fresh, stay clean for the both of us. I really appreciate it, thank you so much for helping me and especially for helping my boyfriend to stay strong..." AB (female)
​UPDATE: Day 1: "Hey again, today's day one. finished my last bag last night. i woke up feeling okay,... can't get comfortable..., and i'm sweating and cold ugghh. i can't get any more so i obviously just have to suffer through it. i can't wait to be done with this and i'm hoping tomorrow won't be as bad as i think it will be. thanks again for listening. hope all is well with you... i'm gunna go drink some water, take a hot shower and try and relax. thanks again- and i'll keep you posted!..." AB (female)

UPDATE: Day 2: "i keep telling myself it doesn't get worse than this, that the worst is over... day 2 almost done, day 2 almost done. i cant even imagine moving, its hard enough to go get more water ugghh. thank you for the continued support, i reread these messages daily. i will get through this" AB (female)

UPDATE: "Day 3!... I forced myself to get up..., and talking to him (I came clean) helped a lot.... Woke up this morning...- took some dayquil and advil. Got up and got ready for class, tried eating pretzels and peanut butter... definitely a struggle :/ My stomach started killing me so instead of going to class i went back to your website. i labeled my calendar! it worked out perfectly.. day 30 is my last day of school and i get to go home. I'm so excited! It made me feel good looking at the calendar. And to be honest, I was really skeptical of the music thing on your page, I didn't think it could have that big of an effect. However, I decided to try it.. so i went and listened to I Will Survive. Not gunna lie, it made me cry... but in a good way, like I was smiling too. I have it on repeat right now, really uplifting (: I know day 3 is going to be hard too.., but I'm excited to get through it and get to day 4. and then to day 30" AB (female)

UPDATE: "almost done with day 4. besides occasionally being freezing or boiling, my main symptoms are headaches, a terrible cough...., and my stomach almost constantly being upset haha. oh and randomly feeling the need to cry? which is always fun. i know it'll get better soon and i'll get to move on from eating pb&j whenever i'm hungry haha... thanks again" AB (female)

UPDATE: "hey again! day 6, feeling basically back to normal, which is great... hope all is well with you!" AB (female)

UPDATE: "day 7- made it out. one weeeeeek yay (:" AB (female)

UPDATE: "hellohello. finishing day 12, doing well..... i've been trying to keep myself busy/brain occupied so i don't think about all this. i do hope all is well with you and that you're getting many success emails!" AB (female)

UPDATE: Day 13: "I just watched the movie Candy- it was fantastic. It of course made me cry, just watching what they go through and the procession...., it just made me think, ya know? and i love the tim buckley version of the theme song, song to the siren... i'm feeling a little better about things... keeping myself busy. thank for you for the last email, as always, made me feel better... hope all is good with you!..." AB (female)

UPDATE: 1 Month Clean: "Hello hello! I just wanted to send a quick email saying that I'm home, done with finals (and even did pretty damn well haha- got an A on one final/in one class, waiting on the others!), and on day 31!!! I got home last night, and usually I immediately go and get a bag and then figure out my plans, but nope! Only vaguely crossed my mind, but didn't even crave. I know it's only day one, but I was still pretty damn happy haha... And it just reminded me of your testimonials page, and how I would read it and couldn't wait to be a part of that, actually sober of this... I hope all is good with you!..." AB (female)
​UPDATE: 75 Days Clean: "Hey,...I've been doing well,.. I have over 75 days clean (lost count haha) and am feeling really good! I started going to meetings over the summer actually, and liked them a lot more here than in my home town. Thanks for checking in!" AB (female)

"...i am in day 1 and i have been reading all success stories from your website that motivated me so much again... i do really appreciate u getting back to me and i am seriously working on it... i really really want to be clean... sincerely" BP (male)

UPDATE: Day 6: "hi jorge,... i went miles n miles away a far end town... i went through my hell but bright and smily future n i have got it this time, as i am in nearly half way to my day 6 and feel like i am at the top of the world... i wouldnt have been able to went through this challenging battle against my own bad devils without your support! even we are strangers you mean a lot lot lot lot lot... that i respect u as my own parents seriously what u doing for those to help in heroin is really an amazing n fab job..i will pray n i am sure you will als be my inspiration throughout my entire life... i will alz pray with my wife together for ur success who was there with me every step those hell nights.... we love u so much n we admire u George, you are an angel and a hero of my life...your email means a lot to us.." BP (male)

UPDATE: Day 8: "hi friend,, i m so proud to say that i m on day 8 today and yes jorge i did it.. the main pains and sufferings days are gone.. i m not gonna turn back now and keep pressing like u said and i really really want to turn my life around and wanna feel my normal body... pls keep ur site open for the whole world who r out there in need of it... god bless u and we pray for ur happiness... sincerely..." BP (male)

UPDATE: Day 12: "hi jorge,... thanks for reply and ur way way of inspiring me when i really needed it.. its been 12 days clean and like u say as the days are passing by i m feeling better.. last two days thanks god, sun came out in london and i was walking and getting some sunlight... i m drinking green smooothies too... i do have to say it was a greatest battle of my life but i have came this far now going through my hell nights so never gonna turn back again... my wife is so proud of me and i m done done done with this junk never wanna let my loved ones down... enough is enough like u said its time to turn the life around and stay clean forever... ur few words meant a lot to us so i feel like there is someone on the other part of the world who understands me that keeps me motivated and inspired... i really appreciate and respect the fact that u r helping the people like us who need u desperately... may god bless u all ur life and all ur dreams come true!!!!!praying for ur success!! sincerely" BP (male)

"There would and will not EVER be another site I could imagine other then yours to use personally or to recommend to friends loved ones ect... I respect that you are not directing all heroin users or people affected by us (proud to say ex) users into one category, instead you have a huge list of different aspects stages and circumstances of this epidemic to be more descriptive and helpful to ALL. I understand more about my addiction now then I have in the past 7 yr. struggle ive been through. and for that I thank you. whether or not you believe, I know God sent me to your page for a reason so in turn know that through Christ you are a messenger if not just for me but for the other blessed souls that reach this site,.. thanks,..." MC (female)

"Dear Sir,... We just returned last night from retrieving our daughter... I found your website. I have printed your information for her and we have purchased everything that you suggested. My daughter did some drugs tonight... for the first time they were OTC drugs !!... Your words are resonating with her and she has a glimmer in her eyes on this, day two. Thank you.... you may have in fact saved our daughters life..." RD (mother helping daughter)
"hey george, i didnt smoke two days now but i feel okay. i only have a slight pain in my lower back and i get cravings..." MJ (male)

UPDATE: "hey george, i got your email this morning thax alot. im on day 3 now i feel much better, i thought day 3 was gna be the worse but im done with the cold turkey no hot sweats, cold shiverings, retlesness, pains no nothin. i feel so happy. jst wna say thnx alot. i thought the withdrawals will last seven days but i feel so good. i learned to fight agsinst the withdrawals and i made it!!!! now i'm in charge not heroin. so glad i'm through the worse..." MJ (male)

UPDATE: Day 4:"hey george. i got your e mail thanx alot. im on day 4. im doing great. i still get cravings but not that very bad atleast im through the worse cold tukey and i made it without any medication. i neva gna smoke heroin or any other drug again. im so glad im in charge of my life again and not heroin..." MJ (male)

UPDATE: "hey george, i made it to day 5. im so proud of myself, u an inspiration i could not have done this without your help. thanx a million. the cravings are not bad and it start to disapear. i learned a lesson well, i will always remember the pain and suffering my body went through. i neva wna touch heroin again!!!!!..." MJ (male)

UPDATE: "hey george, with confidence i can say its day six now and im still going strong. i even feel more determined my work is improving alot, i make the sales and meet targets again like before. thanx alot man..." MJ (male)

UPDATE: "Hey george it is 12 days now... i feel good. thanx alot..." MJ (male)

UPDATE: "3 moths clean and i'm going strong. thanx alot. your web site helped alot... keep up the good work..." MJ (male)

"I just wanted to thank you so much on our advice. You gave me push I needed. As of today I'm 7 days clean...I start thinking about that bad dark place I was in. And I couldn't believe how much money I wasted on that crap. I never Did anything like this before.. I'm struggling a little but going to keep my head up. Thank you so much for you kindness and not judging me..." MR (female)

"Hey jus wanted to let you kno I'm still clean!!! I can't believe it... I moved from jersey to florida to leave myself wit no options to crack and use. Its jus a fight mentally now which is hard... Your sight helped and knowing that someone lik you was there to help that's gone through it made t easier. What your doin for us addicts is amazing and so selfless I couldn't be more greatful. Bc of your help I'm on 6 days clean!! Thank you so much..." AD (female)

UPDATE: 3 Weeks clean: "Hey jorge jus wanted to let you kno I'm 3 weeks clean today!!! Feelin a little better everyday now. Its still hard but its a lot better than it was. Thank you so much for all your help. Again what you do for all of us is amazing. God bless you..." AD (female)

"Hey George. Thanks for your response. I've been off pizza (that's what we call H in Az) for 7 days. I've been taking subs. .4 a day for 5 days & .2 the last 2 days. I'm tapering down now because I won't allow myself to get addicted to something else. I've been on methadone before & as you know the doctor gave me massive amounts. I quit that because I got tired of being addicted to that. I've taken subs before. Never to quit. But because I didn't have pizza. As many of us know. A lot of the pain we feel is in our minds. Now that I know I won't be getting high. I feel much better. Usually on the subs I can't eat. But I never lost my apetite. I imagine I'll have some mild feelings of discomfort. But that's the price I pay for using that evil drug. Your site has lead the way for me & I thank you. I hope to 1 day give you an update that says 6 months clean etc. And I will. For those of you high reading this site wishing you could quit. You can. I was there. High as a kite & reading the words. I made a decision that it's not worth it to pay all that money to feel normal. I'd rather feel like poop for a bit & keep my money. And you will to. Listen to George. He knows what's best. Don't give up. You can & will do it. That I promise you. Don't be like me and beat yourself up. That was my excuse to keep using. It's not worth it. I'll keep you posted George. Thanks & God Bless." NM in Arizona (male) 
​UPDATE: 5 weeks clean: "Hey George. How are you! Good I hope. Thanks for your encouraging emails! Today in about 3 minutes it will be 5 weeks clean! You're right. It's awesome to wake up & feel normal without drugs. I took the sub route. I took .4 a day for 5 days, then a quarter for 2 days, then a little piece for 2 days. You're right. Subs should be for short term use only.. I even wondered if I should have just quit the heroin cold turkey instead... I used in Imodium, valerian root, Nyquil, & lots of music. I knew if make it because I knew I was done with drugs... Thanks so much for all your help. FOR ALL OF YOU READING GEORGES PAGE. JUST DO IT. DON'T WAIT. The sooner you follow his tips, the sooner you'll be free to really live life. Take it from someone that's been in your shoes & is still a work in progress. But anyone can do it. Just be strong & you'll be successful. God bless you George & God bless you all..." NM (male)

40 Days clean: "Hello Jorge,.. I've been really busy trying to get my life back on track. After struggling for a few months i have finally quit! I'm proud of myself but i know my battle isn't over yet. I have been clean since November fifth,... I'm currently waiting to hear back from a potential employer as to whether or not i got the job.. I had to take a urine analysis when i applied for the position and it was the first time I've ever taken a UA without knowing i was going to fail! (great feeling). Every day i stay clean gives me hope for my future. I keep building up positive momentum and i finally feel free from the grips of H. Thank you again..." ES (male)

"Your website is a godsend. My daughter is in detox at this time... I plan to utilize your site in her fight to stay clean. Thank you so much..." KB (mother helping daughter)

"GOD BLESS YOU! Your a angel man I already told my brotherinlaw about changing our lives completely. When my dad comes home I'm flushing a big bag of pot down the toilet in front of him. Your Awesome keep saving people bro you are a savior! God bless,..." LG (male)

"You website was my only hope and with the help of my girlfriend we have FINNALY after a year of me smoking off foil everyday, got me 12 days clean under my belt... I wanna stop i understand i have done terrible things to people and gotten many into it but i wanna be good..." JH (male)

"Hello Jorge, Just had to email you... I'm in my 8th day of sobriety from heroin and xanax, been an op addict for 9 years... I am detoxing on my own, at my parents, away from the town where I use... iv been trolling sites the whole time iv been up here, and i was getting depressed, all i saw was go to rehab, go to meetings is ur only chance... finally I came across ur site, and I LOVED IT!!! So motivating, so uplifting for me, watched the rocky video and the hairs on my neck stood up... it's so nice to hear someone say you can do this, it's all up to you, bc that's how I feel inside...and iv already been following a lot of the advice you give. I been drinking water like crazy, and 3 of the days iv taken 2-3 mile walks in the woods, doing big hill climbs and all,..., and yes I do believe it's helped a ton w getting me to feel better quicker, plus i slept descent for the first time last night, 7 hrs... once again thanks for the site, very well may save my life..." JS (male)

UPDATE: "Iv made it 27 days :-) This is the best iv felt and happiest iv been in a very long time!! I even have a week off of tobacco after using that for 20 years, and that hasn't bothered me much at all... I know my life's gonna b great bc I already see it in my mind! Thanks again for the support, it really meant a lot to me. I hope this message finds you happy and healthy, best wishes :-)..." JS (male)
​"Hi, Jorge, We are on day seven of helping our "" son quit opiates, and we couldn't have done it without your site!! I can't begin to tell you how grateful I am for all the wealth of information you gave us! He says he feels better today than he has in two and a half years! How can we thank you??..." SB (mother helping son)

UPDATE: "Hi, Jorge, It’s day nine and the only symptom left is headaches. I can’t tell you how grateful I am to you!..." SB (mother helping son)

"hey Jorge, it's my 8th day today, your tips and website were above and beyond the most helpful thing ever!!!.. you're so right about the power of positive music! While running I would listen to Move on up by curtis mayfield and it made me feel so much better than getting high ever did. I read I read your website non-stop for the past seven days, and I'll probably continue to read it until I'm a completely healthy person. It's only been one week but I can already see my life turning back around... It's still a really hard battle, but I'm gonna make it clean and never touch that junk again, and most of it is thanks to you and your magnanimous gesture that is this website. Thank you forever..." SB (male)

"Hi Mr,Jorge... my boyfriend is doing so well,hes in methadone for a month already,and clean for a month aswell,after how many years of being under drug he finally decided to quit for his future and to end the suffering of the person he loved,... i want the very best for him as i want him to get better and finally i could say that my hard work is worth it cos he is now clean for a month now and i am fully happy with his doing,well done for him thats all i can say,,, And for that i owed this changes of my boyfriend to u mr.jorge and to ur website,,, pls help more drug people to fix their life for better,,, God bless and thanks u so much from the bottom of my heart :).. Take care Respectfully Yours,.." MS (girlfriend helping boyfriend)

"Hey Jorge- just had to give you props on this sight- when quitting the details are a must- i am on day 10 off methadone and day 14 off dope- .... and from somebody who has a lot of experience with withdrawals you are right on the money-... so i found your sight just in time- just reading the testimonials gave me a boost today-.... one thing that has really helped me this time is i have come 100% clean to others- not dumbing it down, making it sound not as bad as it really is, having to tell your loved ones the truth will set you free- no more lies- anyway you are doing a good thing here-... i know i have a ways to go still but there is life at the end of the tunnel- peace..." EV (male)

"Jorge; Thank u so much for your message and guidance. Today is day 4..day 2 took 8 mg sub, day 3 4 mg and so far today making it with valerian, benadryl and immodium. Came clean to my sponsor about my "real" clean date and it made such a huge difference..... do or die.... Just for today i'm clean..." JS (male)

UPDATE: "Jorge, Thx so much for your encouraging words. Today is day 5... wow. I will absolutely take your suggestion to wrap my arms around the "how to fix your life" section.... I can't thank u enough for ur support as i am doing this alone. Well i have a great sponsor and the fellowship but for some reason having you too is making a difference. I will keep in touch. God bless..." JS (male)

"Hello Jorge :) I'm doing great actually! I'm i think 27 days clean, give or take a day. I used kratom to wean myself off and it worked amazingly! It's a miracle plant as far as I'm concerned. Thank you SO much for all u do! I owe a lot to you and your wonderful page!..." BS (male)
"Hi jorge.... i'm on day 3.. we do perk 30's or should I say... DID... i'm so over it and want a fresh start. I have support of two of my friends but im still struggling because im so cold! I would have to say it was so nice to get your reply. Its as if you knew I was sitting at work about to pick up my phone and check your web page again. I keep reading it over and over again to make sure I don't miss anything.. I think the cold flashes are coming and going now .. I tool some Tylenol severe cold that I had at home since I didn't have dayquil. I got to work.... Walmart... bought all the stuff... well the main stuff.. dayquil nyquil valerian root immoduim and water... totaling under 25$.. it is cheaper then what everyone pays for one 30!! More people should realize this!! But im trying... Thanks jorge!! Your friend" AV (female)

UPDATE: "Hey Jorge!! Day 5... chills are coming and going... but you are right. They aren't so bad actually!! I have been doing these for the last Idk three years and I seriously forgot what it felt like to wake up with energy in the morning! I am loving it and I will never go back to that habit again!... I can't wait for the weeks ahead and I can't wait for Sunday!! That will be one WHOLE week for me!! The longest I have gone in years without any pain medicine!! Wish me luck!!..." AV (female)

UPDATE: Day 7 "Jorge!!!! I can officially say I did it!! One week and I feel AWESOME!! SOOOOO much energy and so much better... !! I know im not going to give in and im so glad I did this and found you to help me through this! I can't believe its been a week!! I never thought I could do this!! I wanna shout it out loud!! ... Your "clean" friend,..." AV (female)

UPDATE: "Hey Jorge!! Day 9 is here!! I feel alot better.. I wake up cold everyday but once I shower im usually alot better... im pulling through! I am so excited... just wanted to tell you how much I like feeling so good. Can't wait to hear back from you!... Ur friend... whose on day 9..." AV (female)

UPDATE: Day 15 "Hey Jorge!! Two weeks and 1 day!! Im so proud of myself.. Im so lucky to have such an amazing support system!! Wow.. u have no idea how excited I am... well maybe you do.. cuz im sure you been in my shoes!! I am so grateful to you for helping me thru this and cannot thank you enough for all the advice and support you have given me!! Thank you so much!!..." AV (female)

UPDATE: 1 Month Clean: "Heya!!! Just wanted to drop you a note saying hello... It marks my one month! I can't believe I made it this long and haven't even been tempted to steer away from the goal of NEVER EVER AGAIN!! most of my symptoms are done. No more chills in the morning.. no more being lazy.. I am up and moving around alot more! I cannot thank you enough for your support through everything! I hope your holiday weekend is as amazing as I know mine will be!! Your friend!..." AV (female)

UPDATE: 10 Months clean: "George, I just wanted to shoot you a message so you know what's going on and that all is well! I'm only 2 months shy of a year!!! Actually a little less then 2 months, but I'm pretty excited about it!!!! It's a long time coming, but honestly I could t be happier with my life and how far I have come.. Thank you so much for all of your encouragement over the last couple years and getting me thru this twice.. This time I can finally say I was ready and I'm so glad I have made it this far! Thank you so much!!!... AV (female)

"hey., this is " " from india, i have been following your site and you and its been a great inspiration,... I am lucky to have parents who still supports me, ... its been two week away from heroin... If i get through this phase, i am sure i am gonna do something really big for humanity and make my life purposeful for... Jorge u've been a great inspiration to me and want to be like you, all sober and spreading concious knowledge, i want my life back, the happiness,... i will never get back to that life again. i came clean to my mother and my father knows it, i want a whole sober life not even relying on evil pills,.." PS (male) India
UPDATE: Day 19: Hi jorge, Thank you for your reply,it mean alot to me,.. I finally quit opioids, no tramadol, i took your advise of cutting med into half and then quaters... i gave up smoking too. for cravings i take your advise often... about evening I go for a long walk on trails.." PS (male) India

UPDATE: Day 28: "hi Jorge, I took your advise and i have been going out in the morning for running and hiking, i love climbing so it makes me feel good, my health is better than when i reached you. I have been following you since long time but contacting you personally is really working, now i know that i have a pal who will help me through these grave hours and it feels good man, i wish for you lot of happiness and gratitude, i havn't smoked since last time, had cravings but fought those feelings, i have been exercising too... I am happy that i am away from heroin this long and i won't touch it anymore, it's been a month jorge and thanks to you... in spare time now i help people who need help in recovery on social sites, i posted your site links too. New good news is i have been working on a running training programme, it's as a short term goal for 4 weeks... being humble is your best advise,... thank you jorge for all your support, it means more then everything else. Thank you good man. Sincerely.." PS (male) India

UPDATE Day 40: "hey jorge,... i feel good, after a very long time i felt this way, all because of your support and care man, i am now learning to let go feelings of getting high and believe me when i go for long walk or do something else it makes me so happy... Replacing bad habits with good habits, even giving up the urge to smoke,... thanks for your concern all the way through,... I wish good for you,... ain't no going back ever again. sincerely.." PS (male) India

"I'm not even an addict and I found this site really inspiring! Great website, great endeavor - I wish your readers the best of luck. If you open yourself to it, life alone, without drugs, is a mind blowing and fulfilling experience! Thank you for all you've done!..." AM (male)

"Thanks so much,... Your website has literally saved my life,... I can't thank you enough, I mean a year ago, the website truly saved my life when I wanted to die, and I have referred many people to it. Thanks isn't even enough...." JD (male) 

"Hi, I am currently on day #7 free and clear or any/all opiates. I used Imodium and Gabapentin (along with Tylenol for the aches and pains.) I also chose to quit during a week long church retreat, where I openly shared my story with several people at church in an attempt to gain a support system... I've been doing and actually feeling pretty great this first week, while at the retreat!... Thanks..." CK (Female)

"Hi jorge, almost 48 hrs done feeling like "" but better than yesterday, i m so gratefull to have a friend by me and your messsages bring me hope. I do have all the meds you talk about. Nausea is not so bad..., in beetwen baths i was able to catch some sort of sleep! not much but a little. I will do this i know i can!... I guess the desire to win is stronger than me going back to heroin. I will keep you posted...! Thanx have a nice day.." CG (male)

UPDATE: 11 Months Clean: "Hello Jorge, little update from Montreal... 11 months done, very proud of myself. Life is getting better everyday. I still think about it sometimes but will not go back... Thanks again for your help, have a nice day..." CG (male)
UPDATE: 18 months clean: "Hello Jorge, Taking time to send some love to you and what you do! 18 months done, feeling strong! This thing is not part of my life anymore. My wife is expecting in two months, i got my life on track. But i know i will always have to be careful!... freedom feels great, now I wanna get off weed... its time for this. Another battle up ahead and this one is all in the head... I wanna be a good dad. Have a nice day. One love..." CG (male)

"man i want to thank you for the music... i am on day 3... i think the worst is over. i still get the chillls and sneezing and kinda lethargic but the elvis picks me up right up. i think i can finally see the other side of the looking glass. trees look like trees and the sun is looking beautiful and im not sticking a needle in my arm first thing in the morning. praise god thanks again.." M (male)

"I just read your page and I want to stop dope so bad its unbelievable. I did my last bag today and I am preparing to try to stop again for the 600th time.... ur page is my last hope... Thannks..." JS (male)

"Hi Gerorge, It is me,"" again... I am well into day 6 no drugs or alcohol, smokes... totally clean.... I am living on dayquil, nightquil, imodium extra strength, and Ibprophen. I managed to get some chicken noodle soup in me and a couple yogurts just now... I have not been throwing up and the run's stopped the 4th day as soon as I began taking the imodium. So your advise has been right on the money...Thank you,..." CK (female)

UPDATE: Day 8: "Hi George... I have some good news finally! I actually slept a few hours last night. Fitfully, but I did. Then I woke up this morning, sweated right out, but head banger is gone! I actually wanted solid food! Ate 2x solid stuff at that already! I also am able to actually walk around. Then, I also took one of at least 100 baths to far.... I looked at the calendar and saw that I was really still on day 8..no dope.... I woke up after a fitful few hours sleep at 5am starving. So now I have been up and about all day. Ate, laughed, and real hard at that!... I am actually feeling way better. Not near finished, but way improved: Had I not come across your article, I would have used again a.s.a.p., and seriously die and soon. My consumption and so long at it all leaves me no doubt. I am in tears again now. For once, the good kind! JEORGE, I OWE YOU MY LIFE!!!i I can't believe I am clean! And over a week now at that! MY dear friend, May God Bless you big time! Go get a lottery ticket you might win:) Well the game starts soon, and I am well enough to hang out with my friend and watch it with him. I will continue to let you know my progress if you don't mind..... Again, THANK YOU!!!!..... xoxo!..." CK (female)

UPDATE: "Hello Jorge, Day 10.... I thank God for your web site, and finally coming out from behind my wall.... And my dear man, keep up what you are doing. I am sure you save many lives. No greater gift!..." CK (female)

"hey jorge,... Yesterday was my first day sober in a long long time. Today is my second. Im going the cold turkey approach. I have come clean to my mother and most importantly, my wife. man the look in her eyes broke me to a place i never want to go again. I have asked her to take my wallet and not to let me go anywhere alone... im afraid im vulnerable right now. im trying to cut my self off... my dealer called today and i explained to him that i was no longer using and it wouldnt be in anyones interest for any more contact.. for any reason at all..he tried to consider me his friend, but that doesnt matter, im removing all triggers PERIOD. jorge, i read your email about 20 times, seriously. each time, tears flowed from my eyes, from the hurt, and truth of this situation. im a little emotional.. lol.. right now but i want to tell ya just how lost and desperate i was a few days ago... because of you, my mother and my wife, i feel stronger... im so thankful for her and the path God laid before me that led me to you" EK (male)
​UPDATE: 6 Months Clean: "Hello how are you my friend?... It was your advice, the love for my wife, and my acceptance to my faith that has overall saved me... I plan on really re-structuring my life and goals. Im looking forward to really taking life by the horns especially knowing Ill be focused and clean and free from my demon... I really owe alot to you. The day I contacted you was truthfully the lowest point in my 34 years. I took all your advice, and I credit you for convincing me to confess to my family as the very first step in recovering. I tell that to everyone. I know technically I have a long way to go, but Im very confident it is very far behind me for the rest of my living days... I have tried to reach out to some friends, and people I know who are struggling with addictions... Im proud of myself for having the courage to "cold turkey" my self away... Here I stand, free, clean, and 100% sober for the first time I can remember... you know what? I FEEL GREAT. Im once again looking forward to the future... You will never know how important it was for you to take the time to respond back to all my letters, with thought and patience. I have given your web address to everyone I thought needed it and shared my personal experience with them. If there is ever anything I can do please let me know... There are few people whom I think are sent right from Heaven with a purpose, and though Im sure you have several, I know you were for me... sent to save my life! You have been a major figure in my lifes most troubling times... I have never met you but I love you my friend! Take care, I will stay in touch...." EK (male)

"Jorge!... I wanted to update you. About 6 months ago " " finally made some tough choices. Choices that were good for him. He left the county he was living in. Left his "friends", girlfriend, place he was living, etc. Left it all. He realized he was never going to turn his life around unless he made major changes. He moved into a Sober Living Home. He has now been there for over 6 months. He is doing really well. Enjoys feeling well again. He plans on remaining there for a while. I see him every so often. He looks healthy :) He is working, wanting to get more schooling… He has goals and dreams for his future. I know he may struggle with temptations in the future, but things feel very good right now My heart is light and happy… : ) Of course, I never forget the support and help that you gave to me. It made a huge difference. Thank you again..." SE (mother helping son)

UPDATE 1 Year Clean: "" just celebrated one year of being clean and sober! He is working full time. He is paying his own way through life and paying back those he borrowed money from. Thank you for all your wisdom, advice and support. I am not sure we would be at this point if we had not had your help. I hope life is being good to you and your family... Thanks again.." SE (mother helping son)

"hello... Ive been snorting heroin for about a year and a half. Ive tried many times to stop but to no success. I just read everything on your page and now feel ready to do this. My girlfriend is pregnant and our baby is due in September. So I just wanted to say thank you from me and my family. You Jorge may have very well saved my life here. God bless you for makin that website...." JB (male)

"I haven't done nothing for four days!!! Praise the Lord!!!! I'll make it!!!!..." BK (male)

UPDATE: Day 7: "Hi Jorge!!Thanx4 getting back to me Ur advice!! Kick in junk cold turkey was the last attempt at beating the beast who had me by the throat. I like that I kicked it cold,... My resolve is much stronger by having did it by myself!!! I've already been in contact with a.a!! So no I'm only 7 days into it,itz enuff 2 have slapped me upside my head & finally grow up!! I'm done falling on my face & running back to the master. He's almost taken my life to many times, after all my hard work,he kant have this fought hard battle!! I win!!..." VM (female)
"Day 6 and starting to feel better. The worst part has always been pushing myself. I used to weight lift and nothing I loved more. May be after time Ill get back into that. Still don't have an appite so forcing my self to eat something... Thanks for being there,.." SB (female)

"Hi George Hope U r in the best of ur times and shapes... finally I quitted everything cocaine heroine drinking .this is my ninth day (9) my wife, ur motivation from sites and responding at that time helped... with lots of love and regards . God Bless U , May u Live LONG to HELP OTHERS.THANKS AGAIN.." VB (male)

UPDATE: "Hi Jorge,... Good news it's day 15 still in Battle and clean no alcohol as well. It's getting Better day by day i have started walking little jogs reading... im taking vitamins B12, cod liver oilcaps. caltrates multivitamins... sincerely thanks..." VB (male)

UPDATE: Day 27: "Hi Jorge... It's been almost month... and the battle is on and very positive that we will win... Family has supported me a lot and big credit goes to you as I took you as my inspirational and motivational godfather,... I would like to see you someday by God's grace... I have been blasting myself with exercises, I lost some weight but I feel better now... I am to help 2 more guys through a drug awareness association we have here. I really love you form all my heart. May you live long and blessed with showers and showers of happiness in life. Sincerely with love and thanks..." VB (male)

"Jorge- I'm on day two and I'm in pure hell. You're site has done much already for me and I just want you to know you have saved so many people and I hope I'm one of them... Thanks..." RF (male)

UPDATE: Day 7: "George I'm finally better. Although I'm seeing that staying busy is much harder then it seems. I'm 7 days clean today man. Its been the hardest thing I've ever done in my life. I thank you for starting a site to help so many people. Where I go from here I do not know, I do know its not on dope. :) much love and thanks..." RF (male)

"I want to thank you so much again for you website and your advice. I feel so stupid now that it took me so long to quit when I had a prescritption for Suboxone for so long. The drugs just had such a hold on me I kept saying tomorrow tomorrow. But I am finally on my way, I took my first pill... and although the first day was pretty rough with leg aches and upset stomach since then I have felt so wonderful!! Even my friends can tell the difference just in my face and attitude. I know it's only been since Monday I've been clean, but this is the longest I have gone without using in at least 9 years... I really feel in my heart that this is going to work this time... So no more wasting my time, my money, my life on a balloon of some black ... Using all my money to make their house payment or car or buy whatever they want!! I honestly don't know what changed, but I have so much more FAITH in myself that I CAN BE STRONGER THAN THIS DRUG!!!... Thank you so much for your help!!..." AQ (female)

"Hi Jorge... recently stopped shooting heroin (3days ago...i feel great!)... I threw away all my junk... deleted all numbers... I feel i have learned my lesson... Kindest Regards..." AB (male)

UPDATE: Day 6: "Hey Jorge, Just wanted to let you know I am now 5 days clean... today is day 6. I feel much better and have really had NO cravings at all... I printed out your emails and have them near my bed for guidance and reassurance. I'm keeping myself very busy. Joined a gym yesterday and I'm on my way to a job interview now. Pray for me..." AB (male)
UPDATE: Day 17: "Hey Jorge, Just wanted to say hello and let you know that I have been clean for 17 days tomorrow. I am feeling pretty good. I am working out almost everyday and am staying very busy. Everyday I make a little list of things to do and as I go through my day crossing off each thing I can feel the endorphins making me happier. I also got a temp job at " " ", my first day is tomorrow! It's full time for 4 months so I will be very busy which is good. I am trying my best to remain vigilant and on guard. I honestly have not had any strong urges at all. I will continue to remain strong and believe in myself. I can't EVER let myself forget how serious this is. I want to make sure that I NEVER use again. Thank you again for all of your help. I will continue to email you every now and then to let you know how I am doing! Hope all is well with you and yours! Your friend,..." AB (male)

UPDATE: 44 Days Clean: "Hey Jorge, Just wanted to update you and thank you for all of your help and support. I really appreciate what you do for people! It has been one month and 16 days!!!! I have had no urges or cravings at all.... I am just trying to make sure that I don't forget and let my guard down.... so far so good! Again thank you for all your help in those early days of despair. I will keep fighting and staying busy and I will keep updating you! God bless..." AB (male)

"Dear Jorge, I want to thank you for sharing all that information on this evil substance. Today is day 11 and without the help of my family I wasn't going to make it. I went to a rehab in California back in June and got out in late August. By October I was a full blown addict again and I lost everything. My car, my apartment, etc... I have read and re-read your website over and over and it has helped me through this battle. I am still very weak but try to go for walks and keep occupied. .... if I sleep 4 hrs a night, its a blessing.... got me Clonopin to help take the edge off. I hate putting another substance in my body but they seem to help. I will only ask for them when I desperately need them.... The last thing I need is another dependency. Next Tuesday I am moving to """ to stay with family. Im trying to change everything I can. I was very into lifting weights and Im dying to get back to the gym.... When I saw your picture of Rocky and big smile came over my face. Thats what I picture now when it gets tough. Thank you for your wisdom and kindness... Sincerely,..." CK (male)

UPDATE: Day 13: "Hey Jorge, I want to thank you again!! Just reading your email has given me that little extra strength. More importantly the information you provided has enabled me to understand whats going on with my body and how to take the steps to overcome these frustrating issues. Im sure you write to many others so Ill make this short. You are a good man with a good soul. .... and I will keep you in my prayers. Thank you so much. When I saw your email in my inbox I was so excited. Perhaps when I fully overcome this (yes, I know, it will be years... lol) You have inspired me to want to help others. I hope we remain in contact and when the time comes you can direct me on how to help others battle through this life and death battle. Take Care,... p.s. The Rocky theme... I play it 100x a day. It really works but I think i'm driving everyone nuts with it. LOL..." CK (male)

UPDATE: "Jorge, Hope all is good with you! Its Day 20. I feel amazing.... Im eating healthy light food.... Thanks,.." CK (male)

UPDATE: 4 Months Clean: "Hey Jorge,I'm doin very well, ... I feel great, have a great job... I try to keep busy... I was thinking of going to meetings and trying to help others by relating my experiences. I've moved ... 4 mos ago so I've been out of my element. I don't get cravings anymore but I miss the excitement of my old life... I have recommended your website to a few people. It meant a lot to me that you could take the time to help a complete stranger...." CK (male)
"Jorge,Thanks for the site. My friends don't see it but you've changed my life. thanks you!" JT (male)

"My wife is going cold turkey. Your website gave us the heart to do this. Now she is on day 5 and doin much better.. She has been very sincere about her thoughts.." RS (husband helping wife)

UPDATE: Day 8: "I got your message and were excited that you wrote us back we will follow your info she is doing very well eating solid foods i actually have to make her dirnk water but like you said im the man of the house jorge and im killing this monster named heroin now we on day 8 :-) thanks a million..." RS (husband helping wife)

"hi Jorge. My daughter is getting out of detox and is starting an intensive outpatient clinic in a few days.... one day at a time.... I think it is so wonderful that you have this website.... Keep up the good work. thanks,..." JN (mother helping daughter)

3 Years clean: "I am now three years clean and just want to say thanx alot. It really helped" MJ (male)

30 Days Clean: "I just wanted 2 express my gratitude in the extremely informative site u have created. I just hit my 30 day clean mark a couple weeks ago I'm try n so hard 2 reclaim my spirit, health, & life... detoxed cold turkey w/a friend that lives n another state gotta say even though I was uncomfortable it really wasn't as bad as I had read (not that I wanna experience that again ) anyway I loaded up on all the over the counter supplies U suggested & feel like overall it wasn't bad... So thank you so much for your powerful insight..." PO (female)

"Hey Jorge,... It's been a long time. Almost two years since we last spoke. I just wanted to let you know that I am still clean. I really appreciate you being there for me in my time of need. Keep up the good work brother. God bless u.." AB (male)

"Hey jorge, im on day 3 again, but this time I understand that even though failure is an option, success is an option as well. And I realize are life consists of choices. I realize I cant only do this for myself. I have to do this for my family, my girl, and for the greater good... I know i am barely clean, but writing to you helps me so much... I also quit cigarettes, on day 2,... Ive been eating and no physical withdrawals really... Jorge, you are such an inspiration and you have so much heart and courage. I hope to be as strong as you as the days go by. My girl came by lunch today and said I look so much better. Only after 3 days! I know if I keep living in the wrong, I will lose her.. and I do not want that... Jorge, thank you so much for sharing your life with us, the people who want to change. One Love Compadre, and keep inspiring the broken souls who desperatly need healing. Jah Bless..." NS (male)

UPDATE: Day 5: "Jorge, just wanted to let you know im on day 5.. i failed many times but this time I feel different... I feel like I have more control. Im 23 and I just had an epiphany... like you said. Its either stop now or die trying. My main goal is to restore my relationships with my loved ones. I know im going to stay clean off of heroin for good now Jorge! Its brought more pain than pleasure in my life. I know that in the end the only person who can change my life is ME. Hecha las ganas y adelante. One love Jorge..." NS (male)
​UPDATE: Day 7: "Thank you Jorge, on day 7 beingclean. Im here at work keeping busy busy busy. Ive been having more energy and becoming a better employee. Im also thinking about getting a 2nd job to further occupy my time and to make more $$$ to replace all the money I lost to drugs. Im taking it day by day,.. Im doing my best keeping a positive attitude here at work... Some people said id never makeit but I know that I will, I need to escape this " because its slow empty and kills, I know im going to make it. I am doing it at last, we can all start a future but it starts with leaving the past..." NS (male)

UPDATE: Day 9: "Jorge, I have good news. Day 9 today and I got a 2nd job.. along with my full time job I am currently working. I am also doing a side job this weeked... I am making a financial plan to start saving up my money to make up for all that I wasted on JUNK... I just keep thinking about the positives of living as an honest hard worker. Thank you jorge for always replying..." NS (male)

UPDATE: Day 16: "Hey Jorge, day 16 without shooting up any dope at all. I feel so much better,... thinking about the future and the goals I have both long term and short term keep me going. My girl is talking to me again... I want to win her back jorge. This is my time. Justsome thoughts on my mind today..." NS (male)

UPDATE: "18 days and no evil needle. I feel way better physically... I want to quit cigarettes as well by this week, ya feel me?... God bless you jorge..." NS (male)

UPDATE: Day 20: "Hello jorge! Just giving you an update. 20 days clean from the needle! Went job hunting on Saturday this past weekend and did my laundry to keep myself busy. It feels good doing things for myself without having to use drugs. My 2nd day also without cigarettes. Also on Sunday I had such a wonderful time, I went to church at 8 and again with my friend at 1030.... Im going to continue to stay humble and patient. Continue down the road towards what is right and make decisions that will bring me a better future.... Your last message brought me much hope. I know I must be patient. Patience is the key to success in recovery. Patience and self love. Because if I can love myself I can love others even more. This is for my family." ", and for myself. Thank you jorge.." NS (male)

UPDATE: "day 22 no evil needle. On day 4 no cigarettes... Ive also been going to the gym the last 2 days and I feel way better! Jorge this is the longest ive gone without slamming dope and I never want to go back. You helped me to help myself... I hope all is well with you jorge! I consider you not just my friend, but as an Advisor to me. I cry alot of mornings because of the love you show to a complete stranger. May God put a hedge of protection over you and your family and protect you all. God Bless you Jorge. I love you Man.." NS (male)

UPDATE: Day 31: "Hello Jorge, I hope snd pray thst everything is going well for you. Im 31 days clean today from the needle. I love you man.." NS (male)

UPDATE: "42 days today off the evil needle Jorge, im at work right now just doing it day by day. I also got a 2nd job on weekends working at a pizzeria near me. I hope everything is going well with you brother. Much love Jorge.." NS (male)
​UPDATE: "45 days clean today from the needle! And I havent smoked any cigs either! Now I want to stop smoking weed so that my mind is complete ly clear... I want to stop smoking weed by next week. Im just tired of relying on substances just to have fun. I feel so much mote alert and motivated and naturally happy sober you know. I feel more in control... I need to work on saving my money better so I csn get a car etc.." NS (male)

UPDATE: "50 days without putting heroin in my vein. Feel better than before... I owe it to myself to become successful and save more money... I will be proud. I guess I just have to havebetter patience.." NS (male)

"I am now a proud to say I am 11 days clean... I've never ever thought I would go this long without heroin.... I no I don't want to go back to using ever..." LF (female)

UPDATE: 13 Days Clean: "Your email made me cry! 13 days in now! Thank you!!!! Wow. I can't even begin to describe how much better I feel!... Thank you again for your response! God bless... Also wanted to add my fiance is now 13 days clean. Thats 2 lives saved and we couldn't have made it without the strength we have gained through reading this website. Thanks again!.." LF (female)

"Hi Jorge,... You gave me some advice for my son a couple of years ago. He has been with me... 2.5 years and has been doing great. The first few months were challenging at times... He now does not talk about drugs... he is free from the heroin. I feel he has a good chance also. He really is a nice guy and has a lot to offer others in the world... We are in the process of moving ahead with our lives... Thank you for your advice. I will not forget you..." MB (Dad helping son)
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And I hope to add your story to this page real soon. Because the truth is, you CAN do this! You CAN quit heroin, stay clean and turn your life around, once and for all. All you gotta do now is just do it. Or at least try! Quit dope or die trying! And for all the parents, sisters, brothers, girlfriends, boyfriends and friends of addicts, you CAN help and 'influence' your loved ones to quit heroin and change their lives. You CAN make a difference. Starting now... Good luck. And may the good force be with you.

Sincerely,
Jorge (George) Fernandez
Over 20 Years Clean from Heroin 
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