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Post by Don on Dec 13, 2004 22:43:45 GMT -5
Saw you posting at the Roll Call.
Glad to count you amongst us.
Appologies ahead of time for the American slant to the board re: date formats and all.
We've actually have and had quite a few international folks pass thru here. Smoker's addiction is a universal problem affecting the common humanity.
What's a pack going for these days in the UK?
Don't worry, there's enough resources on the net to allow us to do conversion rates to our respective frame of minds.
The best way to battle this addiction is to admit one is addicted, then deny submission to the shouts\whispers in our ears. Quitting is a life-changing process. Not a one-time deal. The end-goal is a new YOU. All of us here are living and breathing proof that you are not alone in this process and that it is possible to live without dependance upon cigarettes. The first step has already been made by you. We'll be here to cheer you along. Keep the Quit...no matter what!
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Post by lizzysgirl on Dec 14, 2004 7:59:03 GMT -5
Hi sorry for late reply never saw the posting, just getting used to this. my friend recommended you to me and she is american I met her on another group from haveing our babies and she said you guys was great so here I am!!
The brand i was smoking richmond kingsize is £4.09 a pack of 20 but some are more expensive and are now about £4.70 so i decided to go for putting £4 in my jar everytime i would normally buy cigarettes which is usually every morning on the way home from school, so up to now i have £12 in my jar and its keeping me motivated watching it grow I said me and the kids can use it to do something nice when there is enough, i was just saying to my friend last night that its because of the cigs that i am always skint and cant keep affording to do much as a family because I had to have money to pay for my addiction to the cigs.
Liz x
Two days, 14 hours, 2 minutes and 7 seconds. 51 cigarettes not smoked, saving £10.34. Life saved: 4 hours, 15 minutes.
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Post by Don on Dec 14, 2004 8:11:21 GMT -5
Yep, those quitmeters are great little things...but they have nothing on actual coinage in a jar!
After some time, you can start to imagine not only the money saved, but the pile of cigarettes--you did NOT smoke.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Dec 14, 2004 8:59:20 GMT -5
 Hello and welcome Lizzy. Quitting smoking isn't easy, but it can be done. Keeping busy with your children will help, but the evenings can be pretty hard when you're alone. Do you have any crafts or hobbies? Do you like to read? These are some good ways to keep your hands and mind busy. Also, putting the money you save smoking in a jar is a really great idea. Think of how much fun you and the kids can have. Come here before you light up. We may be on different time zones, but there is plenty here to read to help you fight the craves. Rant, rave, bi*ch, complain, shout, whatever, but don't light up. |
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Post by Barby on Dec 14, 2004 9:30:49 GMT -5
Hi Liz,
Like me, you're a newcomer to quitting. Yesterday was my first day. Hang in there and we newcomers can support each other thru the rough spots.
One day, 4 hours, 33 minutes and 25 seconds. 35 cigarettes not smoked, saving $4.64. Life saved: 2 hours, 55 minutes.
Barb
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Post by judyb on Dec 14, 2004 11:19:53 GMT -5
Welcome and congratulations!
Yup, this places is open 24/7/365, so come on in whenever you need strength to fight off those cravings. There is a wealth of info here....try doing a search on a keyword! If you don't find what you want, post your question and you'll get your answer!!!
Keep stashing that money away, it's a great motivator.
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Post by lizzysgirl on Dec 14, 2004 13:28:38 GMT -5
Thanks everyone! Today hasnt been too bad at all but the evening as yet to come lol! I do like to read but since i packed in I have no concentration or is that just me?
Good luck barb yeah we can do it together!!!
Liz
Two days, 19 hours, 31 minutes and 49 seconds. 56 cigarettes not smoked, saving £11.25. Life saved: 4 hours, 40 minutes.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Dec 14, 2004 19:48:35 GMT -5
Liz, so the brainfog has set in already huh? It's not just you. We all go through it to some degree. Some more than others. This too shall pass. I got some good laughs at myself when I went through it. Have fun with it. It's all part of the program.
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