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18 years ago 0 38 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
hi healthystar the best way to quit is just do it and never look back thats the way it happened with me and after riding the craves fighting the battles here i am i also wanted to know and feel what it means to be a non smoker, my commitment to quitting had to do with jeulosy that my sister had quit without my knowledge, we both smoked for 35 years, can u imagine all that money smoked out the windows of both our homes so cold turkey i went, and feel good not only no more coughing mornings but having accomplished something myself hang in and hang tough if i can u can and anyone can just keep doing it is all that it is about really [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/17/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 353 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 7,067 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $2947.55 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 47 [B]Hrs:[/B] 17 [B]Mins:[/B] 24 [B]Seconds:[/B] 59
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18 years ago 0 167 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi healthystar, What do you love about smoking? The way it makes you smell? The way it forces you to look for ways to do it? The men that it attracts into your life? The fact that it is slowly killing you? Like all the rest of us on this site, you are addicted to smoking. The addiction is causing that feeling of love. If you didn't need it or want it, then there would be no addiction. Get the love thoughts out of your head. There is nothing to love about smoking. Admit to being addicted to it. Quitting is hard, but you can do it. Go through the quit program tools. Set a quit date. Once that date comes, get rid of all smoking paraphenalia -- ashtrays, lighters, smokes, everything. It doesn't do any good to keep that stuff around. Then log in here and read and post as much as you can. We've all been where you're headed. The wonderful people here can give you a hand whenever you need it. Live by the mantra N.O.P.E. (Not One Puff Ever) You know where that slippery slope will lead you. Good luck, and let us know how you're doing. Jags [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/19/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 366 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 7,327 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1123.62 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 51 [B]Hrs:[/B] 2 [B]Mins:[/B] 34 [B]Seconds:[/B] 50
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18 years ago 0 1073 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
it's not only okay with us if you check in...but welcomed!! We love seeing new quitters! Have you worked through the program on the left yet? It'll help with your motivation and determination. this is not an easy journey you're about to undertake. But it is a journey that can be done. The people on this site will help you as much as you let us...but the hard work is yours. Stay close to this site early on. read alot, post alot, rant & rave and shout for joy. get your coping tools ready and don't forget to identify some rewards to shoot for!! best wishes for strength we CAN do this! [color=Purple]~lbugg~[/color] [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/17/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 310 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 16,437 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $2046 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 30 [B]Hrs:[/B] 5 [B]Mins:[/B] 1 [B]Seconds:[/B] 20
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18 years ago 0 2534 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
One word - "WILLPOWER". If you WANT to quit badly enough, you will. Penitent d612
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18 years ago 0 763 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
ask yourself just what it really IS about smoking that you "love"??? Every single one of them is a lie of some sort....a twist of the truth....a romanticism about smoking....an 'excuse' to keep smoking. when YOU truly want to 'quit' more that you want to 'smoke'??? When you see the addiction for what it is...(the controlling factor in your life) You will make the choice to stop and stick with it. Katy [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/4/2002 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 1477 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 59,093 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $8123.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 192 [B]Hrs:[/B] 16 [B]Mins:[/B] 45 [B]Seconds:[/B] 44
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18 years ago 0 763 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
begin now, focusing on what you already know....that you lived well withOUT smoking! If you will make lists, there is NOTHING positive about smoking and EVERYTHING positive about quitting. You may quit and you may maintain a quit for even a long period of time, but you have got to let go of that junky thinking that smoking somehow improves your life....that thought is a big fat lie. Are we outspoken...yes we are....it's cause you have got to see the truth.....but at the same time I seem to lecture, my hand is reaching out for yours to pull you into this fold of safety and support. You CAN do this and you can change your thinking about it also......so be prepared to make this site your home. there are no stupid questions and there is always an ear for whatEVER is bugging you. Speak right up.....everyone is here to help Katy [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/4/2002 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 1478 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 59,137 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $8129 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 192 [B]Hrs:[/B] 20 [B]Mins:[/B] 11 [B]Seconds:[/B] 39
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18 years ago 0 12049 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Healthy, You too can do it! Welcome to our support community :) Take the time to look around and prepare yourself for all situations and crisis'. Preparation is a key element to a successful quit. Our support members can assist you along the way and really make a difference. Let us know how we can help, Josie ______________________ The SSC Support Team.

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