Any advice for getting over those random, weird emotional moments? I worry one is going to happen at work.Hi All, thanks for the well wishes. Today marks 6 weeks smoke free, and I feel fantastic. While I do occasionally still think about smoking, I no longer have actual cravings or urges. I look back at this post, and I'm so glad to say that I can laugh at it now. I remember this day vividly, and how hard it was. It is that memory that will help me not ever smoke again, because I NEVER want to go through that again!
For those of you just starting your quit journey, or are thinking about starting, stay strong. If I, a 2 pack a day smoker can do it, ANYONE can do it :)
Today marks 7 weeks now!! Funny you ask about smell and taste! My company has several buildings, one of which is notorious for smelling funkalicious. I went over there last week, and HOLY CRAP I can't believe how bad it smelled! The smoking had masked it so much, it hit me like a brick wall! So, the enhanced smell experience is a pretty mixed bag ? The enhanced taste experience is amazing! I am able to cut out a lot of salt, since I can actually TASTE my food now!
One more huge positive for me: I am a singer, and I have been having major issues with all the junk in my lungs coming up and effectively not allowing me to sing properly since I quit. I was afraid that I would need to learn how to sing all over again with my new non-smoking voice. Professional musical theater is my part time job, and has been for many years, so the prospect of not being able to work again was very daunting. But, last week, I was cooking and singing along to a favorite show and realized that not only is my voice back, it is better than ever. I now realize how much harder I had to work at singing just to be a smoker! I look forward to lots more roles (and extra pay checks!) in the future!
Thanks to everyone for your support!
