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Post by billyb on Nov 13, 2007 10:24:06 GMT -5
I will try to check in on Monday.I am having trouble finding my way around to the correct pages. I think the Chantix helps to keep us calm and not grouchy,but we seem to sleep more(but you cannot smoke asleep) Billyb
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Post by becky5123 on Dec 28, 2007 9:39:37 GMT -5
Hi all! I hope everyone had a great xmas! Im new non smoker for 11 days now and decided to join a support group because I am going thru tough times right now.
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Post by Ann on Dec 28, 2007 19:43:32 GMT -5
Welcome Becky. Take the time to go through the archives and read what others did and how they coped with their cravings and hard times keeping the quit. It's not easy but this is for you and your health so don't think of giving in to the nasty demon. There is a lot of information in our archives and a lot of old timers on this board to ask for help.
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Post by slim on Dec 29, 2007 0:20:41 GMT -5
Hello Becky You have made a good sound decision to quit smoking!! Just remember that smoking isn't an option anymore and you need to find your way in the smokeless world. One day at a time. You can do it
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Post by becky5123 on Dec 29, 2007 9:41:08 GMT -5
Thanks! I needed to hear that, yesterday was tough for me. Some days have been worse than others! I almost felt like giving in yesterday but I just kept telling myself not because I already feel so much better without them. Can you tell me how the long the withdrawl process takes? My sleep pattern is crazy, my mood swings are up and down and I feel like eating everything.....
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Post by zkema on Dec 29, 2007 13:08:49 GMT -5
Hi, I'm new. Not much time to introduce myself, but I am trying to quit and have a question. Does the wanting to smoke feeling, EVER go away??? The thought that I might have to go through life like this is pure hell!
Thanks, Karin
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Post by slim on Dec 29, 2007 15:42:37 GMT -5
Hi Karin,
Welcome to smokebusters! Congrats on making the decision to quit and take back your life. Your question is a good one since i had the the same feeling when i quit. All i every thought about early on was quitting or staying quit or wanting to just smoke already...every day was all about the smokes in some way shape or manner....you probably know what i mean. JUST KNOW that that feeling does get easier as time passes, as you learn to love life without the smokes, and create new habits and new ways to deal. No doubt it is a process and takes time....how much time...everyone is different. For me, i felt like 'NOT SMOKING' was in my head every day for a few months. And slowly things got better, things got easier, as i gained strength in my quit...i got stronger and one day i thought to myself....wow...i haven't thought about quitting today. That was a cool feeling. It will get better for you Karin...just keep the quit no matter what!!!!!! Do your research online to find others stories and how they dealt with the whole quitting process. Life with out smokes is very possible and you can make it. It does get better. Happy New year to you.
Becky, Good for you on staying strong and keeping your quit. The nicobeast will attempt to seduce you back in your weakest moments. Be ready for those times and know that it will pass! I will post a step by step process for quitting and withdrawal in another post...so look for that. All the things that you describe in your post.....sleepless ness, being moody, hand to mouth actions....like eating the kitchen, are completely normal. Your Mind and body are fighting your decision to quit and the nicobeast (habbit) is on you often, especially early on. When you are craving....take deep breaths, get active, change your routines, go to sleep, take a shower, whatever it takes and it will pass. Drink more water and try to eat healthier snacks.
Tell your family and friends that you are goingt o be abit moody for a few weeks and show them the form:
Official License to bi*ch
I, _______________________, in my continuing fight against the nicodemon am hereby granted the license to bi*ch as much as is necessary to win my battle. I apologize to any I have offended but ask your indulgence and support in my on-going campaign for freedom. Signed, ---------------------------- Post it on your desk at work, the refrigerator....just know that it will get better. Smoking is not going to fix anything...just make it worse. keep the quit Becky!
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Post by Don on Dec 31, 2007 10:53:00 GMT -5
Hey there Karin-zkema!
Just so you know, YES there will come a day when the mere thought of a smoke never enters your head! I'm sure it doesn't look that way right now but IT WILL, you just have to see your quit thru and learn to live life without needing cigarettes.
Quit aids do help as does a support board. The time you accrue in quitting pays off in the end. Stay smokeless!
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Post by barbyjones on Jan 2, 2008 16:11:00 GMT -5
Hi all. On day one. So far so good but I'm starting to get tired and crabby. I quit once for two years about 3 years ago. Cannot believe I am putting myself thru this again. To get that far and throw it all away for some nicotine. Onward and upward.
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Post by Graciedonovan on Jan 6, 2008 20:53:36 GMT -5
Barby, don't kick yourself for past mistakes. I know, I've been there. I quit for 2 years and blew it when my niece died. I realized that smoking wouldn't change that fact, and now I'm 4 years quit. It can be done. You did it once, you can do it again.
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Post by applecider on Mar 7, 2008 18:52:59 GMT -5
Hi, everyone! I just joined, and I'm fascinated and inspired by people's stories.
I'm on my 6th day. This is my second quit. I quit a few years ago through SmokeEnders, and was free for 6 months. My mistake? Not realizing that I had an ADDICTION, and smoking "just one."
This time, on the advice of many people, I'm quitting cold turkey. I was scared to death I'd never be able to get through the first day, but guess what? It wasn't any worse than the first smoke-free day ofthe prolonged SmokeEnders program. No better, either, but SmokeEnders took four weeks before you really quit. Four weeks of smoking different brands, keeping records of every cigarette you smoked, varying times of smoking after eating.
Anyway, on Day 6, it's getting much, much better. I still have cravings, but they're dramatically fewer and much weaker. And when I think about it, analyze the "crave," some of them aren't physical cravings at all; they're "wishes." Like wishing for, say, a good steak.
I'm so glad I found this board!
Julie
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Post by Don on Mar 7, 2008 19:29:01 GMT -5
Hi Julie!
Yep, we are always addicted. The most important aspect is whether you are master of it or a slave to it!
Make yourself at home here, we all look forward to hearing from you.
--Don
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Post by rosalind on Oct 29, 2008 11:29:28 GMT -5
Hi, I am new to the group. I am a new quitter, just 4 days. I have quit before but apparently not the correct way or I would have been more successful. I am trying something new this time, giving it over to GOD and joining a support group. I feel I am on the right track but just need that added support when times get hard. My main dilemma is replacing cigarettes with something productive (any thoughts?). I look forward to the comments and advice given. Thanks Ros
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Post by Don on Oct 29, 2008 13:29:15 GMT -5
Hello Ros...keeping busy, especially your hands. Idle hands=Devil's workshop=true. That old 'washing the dishes' advice is a good one as you really can't smoke when your hands are constantly wet.
I've been walking/jogging a lot for my health, swinging the arms and such.
Little diversions help, even watching tv with your arms crossed tightly can help.
The best advice tho is to never give in to the cravings, no matter how hard. You won't feel that great, but you won't die from a craving and it will pass..just have to wait them out or divert yourself from them.
Great job on the 4 days! Keep it going.
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Post by freeatlast on Jun 27, 2010 22:35:01 GMT -5
hi everyone this is my very first time talking on any forum i don't even know if im typing in the right place it will be 3 weeks tomorrow that i am SMOKE FREE after 33 years also it is the 1st time i have ever even tried to quit
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