Telling my family I'm going gray.

[JohannesSweden77]

So I've been on Tirz for awhile with full support from my family but now I told them I was quitting because of the costs but after finding this forum things might change and I won't need to quit but how will I tell them? Anyone have experience?

 

[BBA1969]

So technically you would not be quitting your treatment, you will just be changing suppliers 😉

I did the same thing about six months ago. At first my wife was very sceptical but that never stopped me before so here we are.

 

[bk0004]

"Great news. I found a place where I can get my medication that is much more affordable, so I won't have to stop after all."

End of conversation.

 

[WLBLD]

Unless its your spouse you don't really have to elaborate & let anyone know anything. You can chose to share or keep it private

 

[texmexpep]

You're joining a rather large community where you will receive plenty of support. Why say anything? Give it time and as they see how well you are doing, they might ask....then tell, with visible proof that you are ok. 😉
There is the chance you will have a hard time keeping it to yourself but expect some negative reactions from those who don't agree.
Good luck on your journey!

 

[Schism]

Just do it and tell them afterwards. Now my family is on grey 😄

 

[spanky2026]

Agree with others to just say you found a cheaper source. Nuff said.

 

[skaylife]

I don't have such concerns. Take my own decisions and just do. I am deaf to comments. Nobody puts energy in it.

 

[Skidude]

Unless its your spouse you don't really have to elaborate & let anyone know anything. You can chose to share or keep it private

As for who to tell, I agree you don't owe everyone an explination, but it would be wise to discuss with spouse.

As to how:
I would say I was fortunate enough to find a forum with over 60k members and likely 100k + guests where the efforts for education and harm mitigation is a priority.
There I learned how to scientifically test and verify for efficacy and safety at a cost that made the medication affordable. I believe the risk to reward for my overall health makes this a smart choice.

 

[JohannesSweden77]

So technically you would not be quitting your treatment, you will just be changing suppliers 😉

I did the same thing about six months ago. At first my wife was very sceptical but that never stopped me before so here we are.

Oh yeah I forgot to tell you that my girlfriend already knows. She's just worried about it cooking from China.
Yes just changing suppliers from big pharma to gray vendors.

 

[JohannesSweden77]

"Great news. I found a place where I can get my medication that is much more affordable, so I won't have to stop after all."

End of conversation.

I wish it would be the end of the conversation.

You're joining a rather large community where you will receive plenty of support. Why say anything? Give it time and as they see how well you are doing, they might ask....then tell, with visible proof that you are ok. 😉
There is the chance you will have a hard time keeping it to yourself but expect some negative reactions from those who don't agree.
Good luck on your journey!

Thank you. Couldn't agree more.

As for who to tell, I agree you don't owe everyone an explination, but it would be wise to discuss with spouse.

As to how:
I would say I was fortunate enough to find a forum with over 60k members and likely 100k + guests where the efforts for education and harm mitigation is a priority.
There I learned how to scientifically test and verify for efficacy and safety at a cost that made the medication affordable. I believe the risk to reward for my overall health makes this a smart choice.

Very fortunate indeed. This place is wonderful I couldn't do it without it for sure.

 

[skaylife]

Oh yeah I forgot to tell you that my girlfriend already knows. She's just worried about it cooking from China.
Yes just changing suppliers from big pharma to gray vendors.

Don't underestimate China. You are at the right place. With some patience, reading vendor reviews and threads you will also make right choices. You have to make your vendor choice yourself. But you can ask everything about usage, tell your concerns(Not family related 🤣) and you will definitely be good informed. I thought people in Sweden were much more open minded than that? Nothing wrong with getting same benefits for a much better price and you will learn here much more than your doctor will tell you.

 

[BNLFL]

I don't tell anyone anything. My oldest knows we're on Reta, as he turned us onto it. Friends ask how we lost so much weight and I just tell them low carb diet. 2lbs a week is a legit argument if I'm asked.