Wow, you sure hit that nail on the head! That is exactly what it feels like. I am 5 1/2 months separated and still have waves of withdrawal symptoms. You couldn't have described it better and ,yes, I could have used a sheltered environment during the first few months. I literally thought I was going to die from wanting him back so much. I'm better now, but when I do get a small fix, spending necessary time with him, I end up with several days of increased withdrawal symptoms afterwards. I call it the stbx hangover. This includes self-doubt, what-ifs, and tears. I'm sure that over time I will lose the addiction all together, because I know that this particular drug is really unhealthy for me.

Patty

Patty