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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 109

Glad you've decided to quit - I quit (for the 12th time) 14 days ago. It's easier this time and I quit cold turkey.

Hang in there, we all know what it's like. ONE DAY AT A TIME. We all have the same goal - to quit and to stay quit and we need to encourage one another and help as much as we can from our experiences and beneficial tips.

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 639

Hi, Dee!!!! Don't beat yourself down.....Get mad....get prepared and get focused..There is a wealth of information and support here. We all know what you are going through because we've all been there. Complete the My Program in the upper left. It will help you identify triggers and help you get ready. Read the forums....SO many people with SO much valuable help. Read individual Blogs.....All our journeys are different but all have the same goal.

One minute will lead to one hour will lead to one day at a time. Enjoy each step along the way....Log in and Post whenever you need to scream, shout, celebrate or need a helping hand......You can do this!!!!

Keep the Quit,

Dave

My Mileage:

My Quit Date: 1/19/2009
Smoke-Free Days: 460
Cigarettes Not Smoked: 13,800
Amount Saved: $3,622.50
Life Gained:
Days: 77 Hrs: 23 Mins: 36 Seconds: 3

Quit Meter

$50,561.55

Amount Saved
Quit Meter

Days: 1126 Hours: 10

Minutes: 10 Seconds: 14

Life Gained
Quit Meter

5590

Smoke Free Days
Quit Meter

167,700

Cigarettes Not Smoked

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1080

Your time will come, and you have time now to prepare. Take Rock's advice and go talk with someone about alternative NRT's there is so many to choose from maybe you just didn't find the right one.

I used the patch programme and found it worked for me. It doesn't matter what you use, we all have the same goal in mind. So, we look forward to hearing how you're doing when you're ready.

My Mileage:

My Quit Date: 5/10/2008
Smoke-Free Days: 713
Cigarettes Not Smoked: 17,825
Amount Saved: $10,695.00
Life Gained:
Days: 87 Hrs: 1 Mins: 33 Seconds: 14

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1843

Diana, dust yourself off and let's get you prepared as you approach your quit date. Have you gone through "my program"? There is a wealth of information there. And you can design your quit plan. So when things get tough, you have a plan in place. Maybe reach out to a medical professional or pharmacist for advice on NRTs if what you used weren't helping. I went cold turkey when I quit, so I know the first couple days are tough. Stay close, and let us know how you are doing as you approach 5/3/2010!
My Mileage:

My Quit Date: 8/20/2008
Smoke-Free Days: 611
Cigarettes Not Smoked: 24,440
Amount Saved: $6,110.00
Life Gained:
Days: 94 Hrs: 1 Mins: 45 Seconds: 17

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2

Thanks for the supportive words, but alas after 3 days, I fell of the wagon...I was using NRT losengers, but they weren't helping very much :0( My withdrawl symptoms were the worst I have ever had them, which I was not prepared for. I have reset my quit date, because I would truly like to be free of this nasty addiction!
My Mileage:

My Quit Date: 5/3/2010
Smoke-Free Days: -9
Cigarettes Not Smoked: -90
Amount Saved: $-33.30
Life Gained:
Days: 0 Hrs: 0 Mins: 0 Seconds: -70232

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1843

Diana, welcome to the SSC and congratulations on your decision to quit smoking. How are things going today? Hopefully your body is getting adjusted to not smoking. They call the first 7 days Hell Week, so its truth in advertising. Just remember that any temporary inconveniences of quitting smoking will yield HUGE permanent improvements! Go through "my program" so you have a quit plan in place. Reward yourself as much as possible as you've earned it! Stay close to this site, read as much as you can, and post as often as needed, if only to rant and rave! We're all rooting for your success!
My Mileage:

My Quit Date: 8/20/2008
Smoke-Free Days: 611
Cigarettes Not Smoked: 24,440
Amount Saved: $6,110.00
Life Gained:
Days: 94 Hrs: 1 Mins: 16 Seconds: 48

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1904

How's it going, deeliteful?

My Mileage:

My Quit Date: 5/1/2009
Smoke-Free Days: 356
Cigarettes Not Smoked: 9,968
Amount Saved: $4,236.40
Life Gained:
Days: 40 Hrs: 2 Mins: 55 Seconds: 21

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1904

Hi deeliteful! I read your post earlier today but had to run out the door. Not responding right away has given me a chance to think out my response some. You know, sleep is a good way to get through cravings. If you're having a bad day, it is okay to take a relaxing bath, treat yourself, and go to bed.

I had quit for three years a long time ago and started back, too. I let stress get to me. The first time it did, I ate and gained a lot of weight, but I did lose it all. The second time I got stressed out, I chose to smoke. Wrong choice. It was easier to lose the weight. I smoked for nearly twenty years before I was able to quit again. Welcome.

My Mileage:

My Quit Date: 5/1/2009
Smoke-Free Days: 355
Cigarettes Not Smoked: 9,940
Amount Saved: $4,224.50
Life Gained:
Days: 40 Hrs: 0 Mins: 27 Seconds: 8

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 19

Hi deeliteful,

Welcome to our online support community and congratulations on making the decision to quit smoking.

We strongly encourage you to prepare for your quit using the program. Quitting smoking is not only a habit, it's an addiction. This program is going to help you plan how to deal with cravings and more importantly teach you how to replace this old habit with a new one.

You'll also need to put into place a reward system. It should have three components: small one for after each craving, medium for the end of each smoke-free day and a bigger one for the end of each smoke-free week.

Start reading through the forums, you'll quickly realize that many have felt just as you do now and they are now non-smokers. You'll also be able to find a lot of tips and tricks to help you along the way.

Keep working hard and check in soon!

Samantha, Health Educator

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2

Hello, My name is Diana & I'm 42. I quit Monday night after smoking just over a year after six years smoke free, I have smoked 16 years all together. I started again because of anxiety that is gone now due to medication. I'm using NRT losengers and yesterday was HELL. I went to bed at 9pm and cried myself to sleep. I don't remember other occasions of quitting being as bad as now, but today is a little better. Twice before I was pregnant when I quit smoking, so I had a great motivator, but alas, my child bearing days are over. The other time, I went to a support group at the lung association, which was quite helpful. I know I can quit, but I have a problem staying quit forever. I hope this website will help me out.
My Mileage:

My Quit Date: 4/20/2010
Smoke-Free Days: 1
Cigarettes Not Smoked: 10
Amount Saved: $3.70
Life Gained:
Days: 0 Hrs: 3 Mins: 22 Seconds: 29

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