Hi Alexa!
We are around the same time, so I thought I'd pop in. I too quit cold turkey, and had a not-so-tough beginning.
I have not had a slump that lasted more than one day. On the onset of those craves, I came here. I read posts, lots of them. Then something I read really stuck in my head. I'm not sure of the exact words, but it did say that the more I think of this crave, the more intense it is and the longer it will stay. So, I took this advice and stopped obsessing over how I felt. I threw it out of my mind, and thought about something else. Of course, I had to walk away from the computer. I hopped on the couch, and turned on a chick flick. And 2 hours went by. Then I went for a walk with my kids. Another 40 minutes went by. Then I made a grocery list. That is a long one for me, as I compare stores and look through cookbooks for new meals. Before I knew it, 4 hours flew by. I then went on with my day as usual. Busy. Doing laundry is difficult for me - the garage is where I smoked. I smoked while I did the laundry. However, I had to realize - I have to do my regular routine sometime. Why delay? So I just do it. I have to get over it. I will survive putting the clothes into the washer without a cig in my fingers.
It sound so ridiculous now. But there are everyday things that pop up that I say I have to get over it. And I just do them. One at a time.
Anyhow, Lady made a perfect point. The crave is only as powerful as you make it.
Since the nico is out of your system, you are now battling your addiction. Which, at times, it really tough. However, it is only as tough as YOU make it. You can control your mind and thoughts and actions.
Only give not smoking all that power! Remember to reward yourself too. Why not throw in an extra reward?
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/5/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 37
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,125
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $120.99
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 3 [B]Hrs:[/B] 0 [B]Mins:[/B] 25 [B]Seconds:[/B] 21
