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Katiesmom, I am so proud of you! You are taking it one day at a time. That's the best way. And you're determined to quit - FANTASTIC!!
I quit about 8 years ago and I can attest to just how HARD it is. You are doing a great job. I sued the patch to help me over those first couple of weeks. I also bought soda straws and cut them in half. That's what I used to keep my hands busy and I'd chew them too. This is the fourth time I quit and I think I've finally made it.
Keep up the great work!
:D
robinh, after you used the patch for a couple of weeks was it easy to stop using them and not start smoking again I mean I thought about doing that but I'm scared that I may still have the craving?:confused:
Congrats on Quiting My Hubby had quited a while back using the patch worked great for him.
If you're using the patches that help you "step down", then you slowly wean yourself off of them. If you just rip it off, you're basically going cold turkey. :eek: The biggest part of quitting smoking is breaking the habit of smoking...after meals, in the car, etc...not the nicotine addiction. Sounds like you've just about got it licked! :)
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Originally posted by Katiesmom
robinh, after you used the patch for a couple of weeks was it easy to stop using them and not start smoking again I mean I thought about doing that but I'm scared that I may still have the craving?:confused:
The ones I used didn't have the step down, but I used them sparingly and weaned myself off. I did have the urge to try a drag on a cigarette - once. Tasted like I had licked an ashtray. Haven't had the urge since.
It is so wonderful being able to breathe, smell the flowers, and walk a block without being completely winded. Once you get to that point - you're in.
I'll keep praying for you as a boost to your own determination.
If you need to talk, e-mail me anytime at [email protected].
Keep up the good work Crystal. :) :)
Good luck to you.
I am a social smoker....I smolder the rest of the time!!!;)
LOL Richard!
Thanks, robinh and everyone else!:D
Today for some reason I really wanted to smoke but I didn't:)
I just got real ill with everyone:o
Hang in there Crystal. One day at a time. I just know you can make it. Your family knows the situation and will adjust to the mood swings. Just remember how proud we are of you and how proud you are going to be with yourself by accomplishing one of the hardest things to do in the world. You can beat this!!!Quote:
Originally posted by Katiesmom
Today for some reason I really wanted to smoke but I didn't:)
I just got real ill with everyone:o
What would I do without you guys!
Slick I all but did cry reading your response(I guess thats the emotional part of quiting) thanks for having faith in me. This is so hard for me right now for some reason, but your right I already feel better about my self and I do SMELL better too:p
Something else I want to add here. If, one day, you do succumb to the urge, don't beat yourself up. That does not make you a failure. All you have to do is get yourself back on track and continue on. :) Easier said than done, I know, but again, you've got all these Pet Talk people and prayers behind. Success will prevail.:)
Hang in there, Crystal! We know you can do it! :D Just fight the urge, and like Slick said, just take it one day at a time. I've been thinking of you often, and I KNOW that with all of us rootin' for you over here, and the love and help of your family, you can beat this!
{{hugs}}
Thanks guys!
But no matter what I am not slipping up I don't care how bad the urge gets and my husband son will make sure of that..
Gosh, the power of PT truly is.....I feel so blessed to have this place in my life with such wonderful people to go with it.....:)
You know that we are behind you 110% and will help you through the rough times.
It's going on 4 days now. Just think, 4 more days added on to your life. Good for you.
It's not easy and it will get tough the next few days. But you have to fight the urge. Just remember your son struggling to breath.
I'm proud at how you are handling this.:)
YOU CAN AND WILL BEAT THIS!!!!
Don't forget Crystal - WE LOVE A QUITTER!!!!!
It's darned hard work - but as Slick said - One day at a time!!
Congratulations to such a strong lady xxxx
Lynne
Another day without a cig. YAY, boy I can't wait til I get through this I'm tired of not knowing when my switch is gonna flip. I don't like being like this although it for a good reason but darn:D
Still going strong Crystal??
Still going strong slick:D !
Today was one of my better days, I just can't wait til this whole feeling of wanting a cig goes away I just want to be FREE:cool:
You know since I haven't been smoking I really do realize how people really do smell when they smoke. I was walking in Wal-Mart the other day and this lady walked by me and I thought man she smells just like a cig. I never knew that it was that obvious and how bad it really did smell:rolleyes:
That's true, and to non-smokers, the smell is 100-fold.Quote:
Originally posted by Katiesmom
You know since I haven't been smoking I really do realize how people really do smell when they smoke. I was walking in Wal-Mart the other day and this lady walked by me and I thought man she smells just like a cig. I never knew that it was that obvious and how bad it really did smell:rolleyes:
How are you doing Crystal?
Hey this thread started while i was gone . But I want to add my way to gos too. How is it going today? it is a day buy day fight we are all behind you.
its been going pretty good! I stopped putting the patch on to see how I really was doing and they have been off for two days and still smoke free. Well I did take a toke off of one and that was the nastiest thing I have ever tasted. so yea I am still taking it one day at a time:D