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Penquin, I too have been having a hard time sleeping. It is like I go to sleep then wake up and stay in the not really asleep(dream) stage for hours. When I have taken sleep aids thinking I would get some rest. I will do the same thing. I don't think I have slept over 5 hours strait since I quit smoking. Everyone says it will improve. I am taking Wellbutrin in the morning and only one per day. I am going to start one every other day this next month and be off of them. I dont have any answers I just have the problem in common with you. Hope it is better for us both soon. [color=blue]BLUE CLOUD[/color] [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]7/4/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 55 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,100 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $220.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 7 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 36 [B]Seconds:[/B] 28
16 years ago 0 1 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
I have also had a hard problem sleeping. I have found I trade one sleep aid for another at the moment. I use to smoke before I went to sleep and that allowed me to fall right to sleep for the entire night...Now I am taking Simply Sleep to go to sleep because with neither I just can't sleep. I don't like taking a pill to sleep, but I figure at this point, it is much better for me to take a simply sleep each night then smoking....so yes, I am trading one thing for another, but the other is far better for my body then the one.
16 years ago 0 1356 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Penguin, I am sorry you are having a hard time! I actually sleep better since I quit and since I stopped taking the chantix. I was going to say exercise too, since I started exercising a year ago I sleep so much better. I love my bed :) I hope you feel better soon! Sue [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]5/3/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 116 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,160 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $203.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 11 [B]Hrs:[/B] 1 [B]Mins:[/B] 30 [B]Seconds:[/B] 1
16 years ago 0 12049 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Penguin, This is normal and yes it will phase out! Your body may be telling you that you are getting too much sleep or not enough. -Exercising can help to manage your withdrawal. -Watch your caffeine intake, especially after 6 pm. Drink decaffeinated coffee or herbal teas. -A routine to relax your body at night helps some people fall asleep. Use the following deep breathing and relaxing techniques. Deep Breathing: 1) Take a slow deep breath in through your nose to the slow count of five. Push your tummy out at the same time. 2) Slowly breathe out through your mouth to the count of 7. 3) Repeat this 3 times, as you feel yourself relaxing and the stress dropping away. Tension Releasing: 1) Let go of the tension in your neck and shoulders. 2) Let go of the tension in your jaw. 3) Focus completely on your breathing, nothing else. 4) As you exhale, let your shoulders drop and let your body sink into wherever you are. 5)Repeat this until you feel relaxed and centered. *It's a skill. You have to practice several times a day to make it a normal part of your routine. If you do it will work. Always check with your doctor regarding sleep aids and medication. Hope this helps, Josie, Support Specialist
16 years ago 0 3207 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
penguin I had major sleep problems, too, but then again I have had weird sleep patterns for years. They have calmed down quite a bit, and now the sleep I get is restful. I think that part changed for the better after I quit the chantix - almost 2 months ago. For many years I have used melatonin when I was having trouble sleeping, but I haven't used any since before quitting the chantix. Hope things improve for you soon. Not something to lose your quit over tho, is it? [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]3/22/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 158 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 6,320 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1,074.40 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 22 [B]Hrs:[/B] 1 [B]Mins:[/B] 40 [B]Seconds:[/B] 25
16 years ago 0 3307 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Well....................... I still don't sleep well, but better. I find it interesting that I wake up almost every night at the same time I would wake up for a cig. I don't even have to look at the clock to tell you what time it is. I am sure with time it will come for you, some sleep is better than no sleep. If it keeps up talk to your doctor. Just don't smoke, okay? For me I think it is the quit and my age. Sorry I can't be of better help. Keep the Quit Sparky [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]4/30/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 119 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,190 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $357.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 16 [B]Hrs:[/B] 1 [B]Mins:[/B] 14 [B]Seconds:[/B] 15
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Sure would like to have one. When I went back to smoking last time I said "Great, now I can sleep." I'm at this point again, where I just want to have a good night's sleep. It seems like I never really lose consciousness - my mind never sleeps. Constant thinking, or dreaming (usually nightmares). Night sweats ++++. It has gotten worse since I went off the patch. I have been using sleep aids, tried not using them, cut down on caffeine (doesen't seem to make a difference). If I don't use a sleep aid, then I am up at 5:00am. When I had a quit over 100 days before, I think I recall that this sleeping thing improved. Has anyone else had sleep problems like this, and how long does this last? [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]7/13/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 45 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 900 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $517.50 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 4 [B]Hrs:[/B] 12 [B]Mins:[/B] 58 [B]Seconds:[/B] 22
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