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« Last post by Chip on June 05, 2025, 09:54:09 PM »
Someone asked a friend who has crossed 70 & is heading towards 80 what sort of changes he is feeling in himself? He sent the following:
1. After loving my parents, my siblings, my spouse, my children and my friends, I have now started loving myself.
2. I have realized that I am not “Atlas”. The world does not rest on my shoulders.
3. I have stopped bargaining with vegetable & fruit vendors. A few pennies more is not going to break me, but it might help the poor fellow save for his daughter’s school fees.
4. I leave my waitress a big tip. The extra money might bring a smile to her face. She is toiling much harder for a living than I am.
5. I stopped telling the elderly that they've already told that story many times. The story makes them walk down memory lane & relive their past.
6. I have learned not to correct people even when I know they are wrong. The onus of making everyone perfect is not on me. Peace is more precious than perfection.
7. I give compliments freely & generously. Compliments are a mood enhancer not only for the recipient, but also for me. And a small tip for the recipient of a compliment, never, NEVER turn it down, just say "Thank You.”
8. I have learned not to bother about a crease or a spot on my shirt. Personality speaks louder than appearances.
9. I walk away from people who don't value me. They might not know my worth, but I do.
10. I remain cool when someone plays dirty to outrun me in the rat race. I am not a rat & neither am I in any race.
11. I am learning not to be embarrassed by my emotions. It’s my emotions that make me human.
12. I have learned that it's better to drop the ego than to break a relationship. My ego will keep me aloof, whereas with relationships, I will never be alone.
13. I have learned to live each day as if it's the last. After all, it might be the last.
14. I am doing what makes me happy. I am responsible for my happiness, and I owe it to myself; Happiness is a choice. You can be happy at any time, just choose to be !
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« Last post by smfadmin on June 04, 2025, 04:03:11 PM »
You may need to hear this:
1. People aren't against you, they are for themselves.
2. Climb mountains. Not so the world can see you but so you can see the world.
3. You learn more from failure than from success. Don't let it stop you; failure builds character.
4. The most dangerous risk of all is the risk of spending your life not doing what you want.
5. Go where you're celebrated, not where you're tolerated.
6. The person you'll spend the most time with in your life is yourself, so you better try to make yourself as interesting as possible.
7. If you accept your limitations, you go beyond.
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« Last post by Chip on June 04, 2025, 01:20:59 PM »
My 🧼 Pipe Cleaning Guide – Bicarb, Bit-of-Scourer & Chopstick MethodA non-toxic, simple, and highly effective way to keep your pipe clean using only everyday items. Tools You'll Need: 🧂 Bicarb Soda (Baking Soda) 🧽 A soft nylon scourer (non-metallic) 🥢 A chopstick or skewer for full reach 💧 Hot or near-boiling water 🍋 Optional: Lemon juice or white vinegar 🧻 Optional: Microfiber cloth for final buff Regular Cleaning: Let the pipe cool fully before handling. Rinse with hot water to soften residue. Make a paste using Bicarb Soda and warm water. Wrap your scourer around the chopstick, and use it to scrub the bowl and stem gently. Rinse again with near-boiling water and allow the pipe to dry upside-down on a clean towel. Deep Cleaning (Every 5–10 Uses): Soak the pipe overnight in warm water with lemon juice or vinegar as this helps dissolve mineral buildup and stubborn residue. The next day, follow up with the Bicarb paste and chopstick scrub. Rinse well and, optionally, wipe the inside using a microfiber cloth for a clear finish. Pro Tips: ⚠️ Never scrub while the glass is hot – this can cause microfractures or cracking. 💧 Clean immediately after each use to minimize buildup. 🌡️ Filtered water can reduce mineral scaling in hard water areas. 💥 Alternate occasionally with Isopropyl Alcohol (99%) for stubborn resin. 🧪 Method Comparison: | Method | Pros | Cons | | Bicarb + Scourer | Non-toxic, cheap, gentle | Manual effort required | | Isopropyl + Salt | Fast, dissolves resin | Strong smell, flammable | | Vinegar Soak | Great for mineral removal | Weaker on oily residue |
Final Note: Clean gear = cleaner hits, safer sessions, and longer glass life. Respect your pipe. Respect your lungs. 🫁✨
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« Last post by smfadmin on June 04, 2025, 01:03:23 PM »
🔬 Crackback Interpretation & Harm Reduction Guide📸 Visual Analysis:- Color: Brown-tan residue inside bowl - Pattern: Slight crackback with visible reheated spots - Texture: Suggests overheat or impurities (e.g., sugar, oil-based adulterants) 🧪 What This Means:- 🔥 Overheating causes caramelization and charring
- 🧫 Impurities such as MSM, sugars, or unknown cuts leave sticky or dark marks
- 💎 Ideal crackbacks form thin, glassy lines – not clumps
✅ Safer Use Tips:- ♻️ Rotate the bowl to avoid reheating one spot
- 🔧 Use a lower flame height to prevent burning
- 🧊 Let glass cool between hits to preserve clarity
- 💧 Stay hydrated with electrolytes and supplements
🧽 Cleaning Protocol (Post-Session):- 1. Rinse with hot water
- 2. Add 99% isopropyl alcohol and coarse salt
- 3. Shake gently while covering holes
- 4. Rinse with boiling water (if heat-safe glass)
- 5. Let dry upside down
🧠 Suggested Neuroprotection Stack:Morning:- 250 mg ALCAR
- 250 mg CDP-Choline
- 500 mg NAC
- 600 mg DLPA or Tyrosine
- 100 mg Magnesium Glycinate
Evening:- 250 mg Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)
- 1000 mg Vitamin C
- 100 mg Ashwagandha (combine with piperine if taken)
🧠 Notes:- Reuse may lower potency and increase harshness. - Residue analysis helps estimate cut quality and burn rate. - Cleaner glass = cleaner hit + longer-lasting pipe. Stay safe. Know your substance. Respect your brain. 💡
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« Last post by smfadmin on June 04, 2025, 06:24:00 AM »
https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/energy/a64930513/concrete-batteries-energy/?source=nl&utm_source=nl_pop&utm_medium=email&date=060325&utm_campaign=nl01_060325_HBU40113214&oo=&user_email=1e7f7a9239bb44f191dc979b8fe5e634e587dfe020b84a653d2040468a8b342b&GID=1e7f7a9239bb44f191dc979b8fe5e634e587dfe020b84a653d2040468a8b342b&utm_term=TEST-%20NEW%20TEST%20-%20Sending%20List%20-%20AM%20180D%20Clicks%2C%20NON%20AM%2090D%20Opens%2C%20Both%20Subbed%20Last%2030DScientists Are Sinking Concrete Batteries Underwater. An Energy Revolution Is Coming.May 30, 2025 Experiments with these big hollow spheres are proving an innovative source of energy storage that could power millions of homes. About 330 feet below the surface, a spherical shell of concrete rested on the floor of Lake Constance in Bodensee, Germany. Nearly 10 feet in diameter, the sphere was full of fresh lake water. Then, a pump-turbine and valve system attached to the sphere forced water out, creating a vacuum inside it. When engineers cut energy to the system, the pumping stopped, and the surrounding seawater rushed back in, spinning the turbine, and generating electricity. The German-based Fraunhofer Institute for Energy Economics and Energy Systems Technology (IEE) designed this novel ocean battery, which can store energy and then release it as needed. The prototype’s lake test in 2017 allowed engineers to envision sprawling undersea fields of such batteries, which will use deep ocean water’s natural pressure to store energy from, say, solar or wind power systems. When such systems generate more energy than the power grid demands, the excess energy is put to work pumping water out of the spheres. When energy needs spike, the pumps stop working, and sea water gushes back into the spheres. A cable returns electricity back to the grid. The undersea technology is called StEnSea (Stored Energy in the Sea). Giant concrete spheres anchored to the ocean floor are an innovative approach to the world’s increasing energy needs. They don’t take up valuable land space, and they are simpler than traditional pump-storage solutions, which must use two reservoirs at different elevations to move water through turbines. In this design however, the water column above the spheres creates an upper reservoir, while the spheres themselves act as the lower reservoir. This makes them vastly adaptable to many more offshore locations around the world, according to the company. StEnSea “enables us to provide huge storage capacities offshore, near the shore, near the coast, and also in deep water—even in areas where we have high population densities—and in that context, offers a new option to store large amounts of energy in the future energy systems,” said Fraunhofer IEE Division Director Jochen Bard in a 2020 YouTube video about the company’s energy projects. Fraunhofer IEE’s simulations with concrete proved that it was strong enough to do the job in far deeper waters than Lake Constance—about 600 to 800 meters below the surface (or 1,970 to 2,620 feet). There, the pressure can reach up to 77 atmospheres, or 77 times the pressure we feel at sea level. Now, the company is spearheading a more ambitious project off the coast of California with an international team, including U.S.-based Sperra for its 3D concrete printing technology, and Germany-based Pleuger Industries, which designs underwater pumps. This larger test will use a 29.5-foot hollow sphere, weighing around 400 tons, which will be anchored at depths of roughly 2,000 feet. Expected to be active by the end of 2026, this project aims to demonstrate the feasibility of concrete sphere technology in real ocean conditions. The 3D-printed concrete spheres need to stand up to the massive water pressure at these depths. The single sphere should have a storage capacity of 0.4 megawatt hours. While that’s only enough energy to power one average household for two weeks, plans are already underway for even larger spheres—up to 98 feet in diameter—which could bank significantly more energy. They could play a crucial role in stabilizing power grids, especially those that rely on variable renewable energy sources like solar and wind. Eventually, the Fraunhofer Institute’s plan is to deploy 330-foot spheres. The scientists and engineers hope to reach a global storage potential of 817,000 gigawatt-hours, according to Fraunhofer IEE estimates. That means [i[StEnSea systems[/i] could one day power nearly 75 million homes per year, enabling a vastly expanded energy storage solution. Supplied graphic:
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« Last post by Chip on June 02, 2025, 09:02:53 PM »
https://theconversation.com/xylazine-wounds-are-a-growing-crisis-among-drug-users-in-philly-a-nurse-explains-potential-causes-and-proper-treatment-230839Xylazine wounds are a growing crisis among drug users in Philly − a nurse explains potential causes and proper treatmentJuly 24, 2024 Warning: This article contains graphic images. Xylazine or “tranq” wounds – characterized by deep pockets of dead tissue – have become increasingly visible in Philadelphia among people who use drugs.
That’s because xylazine, an animal tranquilizer with no FDA-approved use in humans, is now pervasive in Philadelphia’s street fentanyl supply. Forensic testing has revealed xylazine’s presence in over 90% of street heroin and fentanyl samples, and Pennsylvania is considered the epicenter of the xylazine crisis.
Rachel McFadden is an emergency room nurse at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and also works at a wound care clinic in Kensington in North Philadelphia that serves people who use drugs. She spoke with The Conversation U.S. about how to treat xylazine wounds and how the stigma around them prevents people from getting medical care and other help.When did you start seeing xylazine wounds?Before xylazine, most of the wounds we treated were skin infections like abscesses. These conditions develop when a bit of bacteria gets under the skin and a pocket of infection forms. When treated with antibiotics, these infections normally clear up quickly. At the end of 2019, participants at the wound care clinic started to come in with a different kind of wound. They were filled with black and yellow dead tissue and tunneled deep into the skin. They were not wounds from infection but rather from tissue death or necrosis. Initially, our clinic patients found that if they changed dope “stamps” – something like a brand in the unregulated drug market – the wounds would heal on their own. But by the end of 2020, people were developing these wounds no matter what stamp they used. Even more troubling to me and the people I was seeing in the clinic was that the wounds seemed to develop on parts of the body where no injection had occurred, and even on patients who were snorting or smoking the dope and not injecting at all. ➡️ Progression and healing of a ‘tranq’ wound in a Philadelphia patient. Panels 5–6 show healing after a single surgical debridement during a hospitalization followed by months of outpatient care. Journal of Addiction Medicine What causes the wounds?
The medical community does not fully understand what causes these wounds. Harm reduction advocates in Puerto Rico published the first reports on xylazine-associated wounds more than a decade ago, and research stemming from their experience found that the substance has direct cytotoxic effects. This means that when injected, xylazine will kill cells on contact and create pockets of necrosis under the skin. Xylazine also constricts blood vessels, causes disease of the small vessels and lowers heart rate and blood pressure. Together, these effects restrict blood flow to the outermost reaches of our vascular system – namely, our skin and soft tissue. Tissue that is starved of oxygen and nutrients due to this restricted blood flow eventually become necrotic and slough away. So, exposure to xylazine via any route, not just injecting, can lead to small areas of tissue necrosis scattered across the body and prevent healing of other skin injuries like cuts and insect bites. Not everyone in the scientific community is convinced there is a causal association between xylazine and these wounds. For example, I recently presented on a research panel during which another speaker suggested that a combination of fentanyl adulterants, or the ways in which people use, may be more to blame for the wounds. In my opinion, this diversity of thought is good because it prompts more rigorous investigation into what’s really going on. But following the published literature and evidence as it has emerged, and working directly with people who use drugs, has convinced me of the connection. How do you treat them?There is a helpful wound care mnemonic – DIME – that I’ve adjusted slightly to summarize the most important aspects of treating these wounds. The D is for debridement, I is for infection and inflammation, M is for moisture management, and E is for environment. Debridement: Debridement refers to getting rid of the dead or necrotic tissue, a hallmark of xylazine-associated wounds. Healing starts at the bottom or deepest part of the wound, but new tissue can’t form with layers of dead tissue blocking the way. In the clinic, we use ointments that gently and gradually dissolve the dead tissue. But a large buildup is best removed in the operating room, and we sometimes refer people to the hospital for this procedure. Infection and inflammation: All sorts of bacteria proliferate on the dead tissue that accumulates in these wounds, forming what we call a biofilm. Bacterial biofilms embed in and around the necrotic tissue and form protective capsules, and they are unreachable by even intravenous antibiotics. They cause inflammation and can lead to infection, both of which stall wound healing. So we use strong antimicrobial ointments inside the wound that disrupt this biofilm, in addition to treating infections with antibiotics as they arise. Moisture management: Our bodies are 70% water, and in areas without skin to hold all this fluid in – like these wounds – there is going to be a lot of drainage. In a xylazine-associated wound, the drainage picks up a foul odor from the necrotic tissue, and this is understandably highly distressing to people. Consequently, we often see people try to dry out their wounds in order to minimize the mess and odor. But wounds need moisture to heal, so we work with folks in the clinic to come up with a wound dressing that helps keep the wound bed moist while managing the drainage in a way that minimizes distress. Environment: Living on the street with very limited access to showers, bathrooms or nutritious meals is a reality for many people using xylazine-adulterated fentanyl in Philadelphia. It is very difficult for people to keep up with a daily wound dressing change when even their most basic needs, including shelter, food and safety, are not met. I believe that advocating for resources and policies that address these basic needs is a critical piece of treating these wounds. Providing high-quality wound care that also recognizes the lived experience and realities of people who use drugs is an art and a science. Last year, our nurse-led clinic published recommendations for xylazine-associated wound care based on our experiences providing this kind of care in Philadelphia. In January 2024, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health also released a comprehensive set of recommendations that I highly recommend for people wishing to learn more.   recovery.png (2288.91 kB . 1280x1024 - viewed 81 times)People living on the streets can struggle to get their wounds properly cleaned and dressed as needed for healing. Spencer Platt/Getty Images Where can people get treatment?Few traditional health care settings in the area have set out to accommodate the needs of people with active substance use disorder who need wound care. For example, most outpatient wound care settings enforce strict scheduling and sobriety policies. Meanwhile, most hospitals supply inadequate pain and withdrawal management to patients with fentanyl and xylazine dependence, as evidenced by extremely high self-discharge rates in this population. There are, however, a handful of low-barrier wound care clinics in Kensington, the North Philadelphia neighborhood at the epicenter of the xylazine epidemic. These walk-in settings don’t require insurance or payment and welcome people who are still using drugs. The city publishes a schedule of their locations and times. But most of these clinics have limited hours, operate on shoestring budgets, rely on volunteers and donations, and are simply not equipped to offer the level of care that people often need. How does stigma stop people from getting treated?It is well documented that stigma around opioid addiction – perpetuated by health care workers and even by institutions and policies – can prevent people from getting the care they need. For example, researchers at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia found that people with xylazine-associated wounds are often denied admittance to detox and rehabilitation programs until their wound has healed. This is true even when they are medically stable and self-sufficient in their wound care. On the flip side, patients who are receiving treatment for opioid use disorder and who require advanced medical care for their wounds are routinely rejected by skilled nursing facilities, which exist to support people with things such as wound care. Our clinic patients have also reported experiencing humiliating treatment by staff at methadone clinics because of their wounds. And I have personally observed several instances in Philadelphia when an individual was denied a wound care intervention such as surgical debridement due to their drug use. These barriers to treatment are highly unsettling, and I’ve sat with many clinic patients through emotional moments as they process the injustice of being denied care at every turn. I believe that providing support and encouragement to people who are suffering with these wounds, while holding health care settings and systems accountable, are equally important as we navigate this crisis.
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I have been running safari since i got the new machine.
Was thinking of going back to FF.........
Being able to block those ads........icing on the cake.
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« Last post by Chip on June 02, 2025, 08:48:33 PM »
https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/police-should-back-off-drug-users-says-report-20250403-p5lovs.htmlPolice should back off drug users, says reportApril 3, 2025 On Thursday, the 2024 Drug Summit, attended by more than 400 people across four days in Sydney, Griffith and Lismore, released its final report. Held 25 years after the 1999 Drug Summit, which led to the opening of King Cross’ medically supervised injecting room and sterile syringe programs, the summit was an election promise from the Minns government, and was co-convened by former politicians and mental health advocates Carmel Tebbutt and John Brogden. Their report included 56 recommendations, ranging from legalising driving while using cannabis to halving time spent periods for minor drug charges. Here’s what you need to know:  d98a05444cb12bc416cd42808f8e3ea4577ab40d.webp (71.56 kB . 1168x779 - viewed 71 times)The report recommends the immediate end to drug detection dogs and strip searches at music festivals currently involved in the drug trial. Credit:James Alcock What were the most significant recommendations from Labor’s drug summit?
Calls to decriminalise drug offences permeated the 2024 drug summit, as in 1999. Though the report published on Thursday shies away from decriminalising drugs, it does recommend the period for a conviction for minor drug use or possession be considered spent, for the purposes of a person’s criminal record, be reduced from 10 years to five for an adult and from three years to one for juveniles. Greens MP Cate Faehrmann, who attended the summit, said this recommendation was “politically palatable for a risk-averse premier” and ignored the “number one priority for the majority of attendees”, which she said was removing criminal penalties for drug use and possession. The report also recommended police stop using drug detection dogs and strip searches during the current trial of pill testing at music festivals in NSW – a measure which has attracted criticism – and should consider doing the same at all music festivals. What other harm reduction and policing measures were recommended?Just like in 1999, the report recommended increasing access to sterile injecting equipment, expanding opioid substitution programs and introducing a “take home” program for naloxone, which reverses the effects of an opioid after an overdose. It also recommended amending legislation which limits the number of medically supervised injecting rooms in the state to the one in Kings Cross, expanding drug courts to regional areas and strengthening diversion programs for youth offenders. Social media campaigns and increased investment in public and social housing were suggested as ways to divert young people from drug use. Emphasis was placed on early drug intervention programs for children before they reach five years of age. Could medicinal cannabis users be legally cleared to drive?The report suggested introducing a medical defence for anyone driving while using medically prescribed cannabis, which would also allow police to consider this defence during roadside stops. In NSW, it is currently illegal to drive when taking cannabis medications with THC, the psychoactive part of the cannabis plant. Last month, medicinal cannabis users in Victoria were cleared to drive. Legalise Cannabis Party MP Jeremy Buckingham welcomed the recommendation as “eminently sensible” though “somewhat overdue”. “The laws around driving under the influence remain … no one should be behind the wheel impaired in any way,” he said, adding that those with medical prescriptions are “not impaired”. The state government has been asked to provide a response to the report within six months.
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« Last post by Chip on June 02, 2025, 08:36:22 PM »
💊 What Does Bupropion Feel Like?“It doesn’t make you feel good.
It makes you feel capable again.”
🧠 Mental Effects- Clearer thinking – Less fog, more focus
- Motivational lift – You care again
- Emotionally present – Not flat like SSRIs
- Productivity – Tasks no longer feel impossible
🔋 Energy Profile- Activating, not overstimulating
- No crash – no redosing trap
- Feels like momentum returning
- No euphoria — just drive
🧘 What It Doesn't Do- No high, no buzz
- No sedation
- No serotonin dulling
- No compulsion to redose
⚠️ Early Side Effects- Insomnia – Dose only in the morning
- Dry mouth
- Anxiety or restlessness in first few days
- Headache (resolves quickly)
⏳ When You’ll Notice It- Day 1–3: Not much, maybe alertness
- Day 4–7: Thoughts organize themselves
- Week 2: Emotional range returns
- Week 3: Motivation feels natural again
“You don’t chase Bupropion. You ride it.”
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« Last post by Chip on June 02, 2025, 08:21:35 PM »
🔄 From 400 mg Methamphetamine to Bupropion: Revised Strategy“Detox isn’t defeat. It’s the declaration of system mastery.”
⚖️ Legal ContextI am currently under a 9-month Intensive Corrections Order (ICC). This taper from 400 mg/day Methamphetamine was initiated as a legally guided, scientifically structured detox protocol — aimed at rehabilitation, not punishment. “This plan isn’t to impress the courts. It’s to build a brain they never have to see again.”
📆 Day-by-Day Checklist: Taper from 400 mg MA| Day | MA (mg) | Bupropion (mg) | Keppra | Supplements | Notes | | 1 | 400 | 0 | Consider | NAC, DLPA, Magnesium | Prep phase, stay hydrated | | 2 | 400 | 0 | Consider | NAC, DLPA, Magnesium | Monitor mood and sleep | | 3 | 400 | 0 | Consider | NAC, DLPA, Magnesium | Prepare for transition | | 4 | 325 | 150 | Start | NAC, Magnesium | Start Bupropion AM | | 5 | 325 | 150 | 250 BID | NAC, Magnesium | First cut, monitor agitation | | 6 | 325 | 150 | 250 BID | NAC, Magnesium | Stabilize | | 7 | 300 | 150 | 250 BID | NAC, Tyrosine | Mild cravings, watch sleep | | 8 | 250 | 150 | 250 BID | NAC, Tyrosine | Mood lift begins | | 9 | 250 | 150 | 250 BID | NAC, Tyrosine | Cognitive clarity returns | | 10 | 200 | 150 | 250 BID | NAC, Tyrosine | Reassess dosage feel | | 11 | 150 | 150 | 250 BID | NAC, Magnesium | Lower MA, watch anxiety | | 12 | 100 | 150 | 250 BID | NAC, Magnesium | Pre-final cut zone | | 13 | 100 | 300 | 250 BID | Magnesium, Ashwagandha | Increase Bupropion if tolerated | | 14 | 75 | 300 | 250 BID | Magnesium, Ashwagandha | Near-clean break point | | 15 | 50 | 300 | 250 BID | Magnesium, Ashwagandha | Final cut | | 16 | 25 | 300 | 250 BID | Magnesium, Ashwagandha | Soft taper exit | | 17 | 0 | 300 | 250 BID | Magnesium | Abstinent, stabilize mood |
🧠 Interim Stack (Pre-Bupropion Phase)- NAC – 600–1200 mg/day AM/PM – Neuroprotection
- DLPA or Tyrosine – 500–1000 mg AM – Dopaminergic tone
- Magnesium + B6 – PM – Glutamate buffer, relaxant
- Ashwagandha – 300–600 mg PM – Cortisol smoothing
- Metoprolol – 25–50 mg PRN – HR/BP control
“This stack helps you whisper to the brain instead of scream.”
🧬 Keppra + Zyban (Bupropion) SynergyKeppra (Levetiracetam): - Filters electrical noise - Protects against seizure risk - Improves stability during MA taper Zyban (Bupropion): - Replaces MA’s dopamine tone - Stimulates without euphoria - Cuts cravings and depressive crashes “Keppra filters the chaos. Zyban focuses the fire.” Together they produce: - ⚡ Clear, non-jittery energy - 🎯 Functional drive without compulsive redosing - 🌿 No serotonin fog — just cognition
🧬 Dopamine Replacement Pathway Summary- L-Phenylalanine → L-Tyrosine → L-DOPA → Dopamine → Norepinephrine → Epinephrine
- Supported by: DLPA, B6, NAC, Magnesium, ALCAR
- Zyban = Clean DAT/NET activity
- Keppra = SV2A modulation = stable baseline
🎶 My Constant: House MusicEven through all of this, house music keeps me whole. “Music reminds me who I am without the meth.
It’s not a distraction — it’s an anchor.”
📁 GitHub Approximate Directory Layout/MA_Detox_Strategies/
├── ICC_Precipitated_Taper.md
├── taper-plan.md
├── Checklist.md
├── MA_Taper_Interim_Stack.md
├── Bupropion_Phenethylamine_Link.md
├── Keppra-Zyban_Synergy.md
├── Cathinones_Unpacked.md
“Give the brain what it’s missing, and it stops screaming.”[/bbcode] 💊 What Does Bupropion Feel Like?“It doesn’t make you feel good.
It makes you feel capable again.”
🧠 Mental Effects- Clearer thinking – Less fog, more focus
- Motivational lift – You care again
- Emotionally present – Not flat like SSRIs
- Productivity – Tasks no longer feel impossible
🔋 Energy Profile- Activating, not overstimulating
- No crash – no redosing trap
- Feels like momentum returning
- No euphoria — just drive
🧘 What It Doesn't Do- No high, no buzz
- No sedation
- No serotonin dulling
- No compulsion to redose
⚠️ Early Side Effects- Insomnia – Dose only in the morning
- Dry mouth
- Anxiety or restlessness in first few days
- Headache (resolves quickly)
⏳ When You’ll Notice It- Day 1–3: Not much, maybe alertness
- Day 4–7: Thoughts organize themselves
- Week 2: Emotional range returns
- Week 3: Motivation feels natural again
“You don’t chase Bupropion. You ride it.”
💊 The Ins and Outs of Bupropion (Zyban / Wellbutrin)“It’s not a stimulant. It’s not an SSRI. It’s a bridge.”
🧬 What Is Bupropion?Bupropion is a dopamine-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (DNRI). It’s used for: - Depression (especially low-energy types)
- Nicotine addiction (Zyban)
- Stimulant withdrawal (off-label)
- Attention and drive without serotonin sedation
It does not affect serotonin significantly — meaning no sexual dysfunction, no emotional flattening. “Think of it as a dopamine stabilizer with a soft touch.”
🧠 Mechanism of Action- Inhibits dopamine (DAT) and norepinephrine (NET) reuptake
- No significant affinity for serotonin transporter (SERT)
- Also a non-competitive nAChR antagonist — helps with nicotine cravings
- Metabolite (Hydroxybupropion) carries most clinical effect
Bupropion has a unique structure: it's actually a beta-keto phenethylamine — i.e. a cathinone.
⚖️ Pros vs Cons| Pros | Cons | | Boosts energy & motivation | Can increase anxiety or insomnia | | Low addiction risk | Risk of seizures at high dose or with MA use | | No serotonin side effects | Can feel flat if you’re already calm | | Great for MA tapering | Needs several days to reach full effect |
💡 Ideal For:- People tapering off MA, cocaine, nicotine
- Low dopamine / low drive depression
- Fatigue without sedation
- Avoiding SSRIs and their side effects
⚠️ Avoid If:- History of seizures
- Anorexia or bulimia
- Currently detoxing from benzos or alcohol
- Stacking with other strong stimulants (unless tapering)
💊 Dosing Guidance- Start: 150 mg SR in the morning
- Target: 150 mg AM + 150 mg PM (max 300 mg/day)
- Never take PM dose too late — insomnia risk
- Skip dose if dehydrated, underfed, or sleep-deprived
- Combine with NAC, magnesium, DLPA or tyrosine for smooth ride
“You don’t need a rocket. You need rails. Bupropion is that rail.”
🔄 Stimulant Taper SupportBupropion is ideal when reducing or quitting: - Methamphetamine (MA)
- Mephedrone / MDPV
- Cocaine
- Nicotine
- Caffeine (to a lesser extent)
It provides: - 🎯 Functional focus - ☑️ Dopamine replacement - 🧘 Reduced crash and cravings
⚙️ Synergistic Stack- NAC – Neuroprotective and glutamate regulator
- Magnesium + B6 – Calms nerves, lowers seizure risk
- DLPA or Tyrosine – Boosts dopamine synthesis
- Keppra (Levetiracetam) – Optional: seizure safeguard for high-risk users
“With the right buffer, Bupropion becomes the cleanest handoff in the game.”
🧂 Final Notes- Do not combine with SSRIs or MAOIs
- Do not redose compulsively — it doesn’t work that way
- Hydration, protein intake, and stable sleep = critical
- Bupropion is best when part of a full recovery plan
“If you're using it right, you won't even notice it working — just that you're back in motion.”
📁 File OriginPart of the /MA_Detox_Strategies/ collection Created by Chipper — under real-life ICC supervision [/bbcode]
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