Congratulations! Can't wait until I get to the beach. So glad to hear you are staying strong through a hard time. But, you are far from alone my friend....just take a look around at all the people here for you.
Enjoy your quit! You deserve it.
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/3/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 88
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $27
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 5 [B]Seconds:[/B] 41
Well, if this 30-day mark is anything like the first few days, well then by golly...you ALREADY KNOW YOU CAN DO IT! You're even wiser and have nearly a month behind you now. You know how to manage the cravings and fight through this stuff. I know you have it in you and you know it too.
Whatever it takes, as long as it takes.
You don't smoke,
You don't like to smoke
You don't even want to smoke.
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/3/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 88
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $27
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 5 [B]Seconds:[/B] 58
Shadow - YOU ARE FREE! Free to spend time with your daughter. That right there is reason enough to never think about smoking again. Enjoy the fieldtrip and enjoy walking around without that nicotine leash!
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/3/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 88
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $27
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 6 [B]Seconds:[/B] 35
Keep your head up and your lungs clear! You're making a lot of people proud! :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/3/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 88
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $27
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 6 [B]Seconds:[/B] 43
Rock -n- Roll! Everyone is doing such a good job. I can see it now...headlines from all corners of the globe..."Ash Kickers Around the World Unite in an Unbelievable Feat - to Beat the Nicodemon"
January 15, 2036. In an unbelievable testament to will power, inner strength, camaraderie, and just plain old fashion common sense, the self-proclaimed Ash Kickers have defied and beaten all the odds! Their story began back in January of 2006...a group of colorful individuals pledged to themselves and to one another to slay the dragon commonly refered to as Nicotine.
I stand before you here and now, thirty years later to tell the world...They've done it! By golly, they did it! They have not only won so many personal battles, but they have also eliminated the Nicodemon! There have been literally zero citings of a smoker, no more filthy butts litering our streets. Flowers smell sweeter. Birds sing louder. People are happier! Can you believe it folks?!
The Ash Kickers have not only kicked some ash, they have smothered it, smashed it, destroyed it, wiped it up, and flushed it down the drain. This is a proud day for all of us and we owe it all to you, the Ash Kickers of the world.
Thank you.
Ok, ok, that was a little odd...but whadya gonna do?
I'm not gonna do it...not gonna smoke...you can't make me. :p
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/3/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 88
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $27
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 8 [B]Seconds:[/B] 2
First of all, welcome Kitty!
As far as the reaction you get from others there are a few things you can do:
1. Don't tell them. If they notice you have quit, politely say, "Yes, I have quit. It isn't the easiest thing in the world to do, but I am giving everything I have".
2. Tell them you've quit. When they laugh, explain to them that they hurt your feelings/offended you and you would appreciate a little support instead because it's a difficult thing to do.
I would suggest that you spend some time looking at yourself and figuring out just why you failed to quit in previous attempts. This will be your key to success! Work through the tools at the left if you haven't already. Read through the posts and various threads going on here. There's a lot of wisdom and stuff to help you through. Remember, we ALL know what you are going through.
As far as that empty stomach feeling...well, a lot of people that quit tend to fill it with food. It's not the best approach though...but if you eat healthy things such as carrots, celery, or fruit...you'll be fine. It is a transitional thing until your mind and body get used to not smoking. I literally ate all day every day my first week of quit. I am in my 2nd week and I've pretty much gotten back to my normal eating and have started back at the gym. You just need to learn/condition yourself to fill all that time you used to spend smoking! It's great!
p.s. Don't ever think you have gone on too much here...that's what this site is for and that is why we are all here. Remember, read and post, read and post, read and post!
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/3/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 89
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $27
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
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Mo, noone will get sick of reading your posts. Take a look at how many I've posted in just over a week! (The number is right under my name next to this post)
Whatever it takes, as long as it takes.
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/3/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 89
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $27
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 22 [B]Seconds:[/B] 15
Over time, you will begin to realize that I am just a little odd :p
I sure wish I could get this whole karate thing out of my head. I keep playing it out in my head that I am some sort of Ash Kickin superhero doning a karate outfit and I go around the world karate choppin and crusading for our cause.
See, told ya I was weird.
Stubow, I miss ya and send good mojo your way.
Exroller, always love to see that little guy and your posts.
Newslady, thanks for understanding (although I may have lost you with this post...lol)
Jess, thanks for the ribbon! I hope I can continue to amuse you...I so often amuse myself.
Tshot, it's good to see you're holding your own. Great idea to put all that money aside! What on earth is your secret?! Losing weight while doing the quit. :gasp:
Well done to all the Ash Kickers. I am a very proud member of this group.
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/3/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 89
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $27
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 25 [B]Seconds:[/B] 12
Maggie, that's great! Remember, you ARE a non-smoker. Say it, repeat it, post it on a wall if you need to. You are right...you have to get yourself in that mindset.
Congratulations! You're Kickin Ash!
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/3/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 89
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $27
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 23 [B]Seconds:[/B] 10
Athea, this place is what got me through that first few days. I would never be in my 2nd week without the people here. I spent most of my days at work here that week and I've been working late this week and will next week to get my project done in time, but it was worth it.
Read and post as often as you can or whenever you get bored. Once your mind and body come to terms with the fact that you aren't going to have another puff, you'll be able to think about it less and get back to a normal routine.
Initially, spend your extra time here...getting constant support. Then start exploring your other interests/hobbies. We gain a LOT of extra time once we walked away from the Nicodemon!
Stay strong!
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/3/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 89
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $27
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 22 [B]Seconds:[/B] 36
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