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18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 14

Hello! I've always been a poor sleeper and when I quit smoking, it got so much worse. I don't know if this will work for you but it really helped me. Two things, Melatonin and a routine. It was hard for me to do but I set a certain time that I wanted to go to bed. About 45 minutes before, I run a hot tub with lavendar salts which relax the body. I spray the sheets and pillows with lavendar spray. Then I set my clothes out for the next day, make sure all the dishes are cleared, and get my breakfast things ready. This already relaxes me. Then I get in the tub with a good but hard magazine or book. I like science books but they take concentration so those are good for me. When the water is lukewarm but not cold, pat dry with a towel but leave some moisture on your body. Rub lotion all over especially on your feet and shoulders. Rub your face lightly with lotion but pay attention to your forehead and temples. Put on your nightclothes, tuen off the lights, and jump into bed. Find a comfortable position, relax your tongue (very important) and close your eyes. Melatonin is a hormone your body produces but it produces much less as we get older. That's why children can sleep so easily. You can buy it in the vitamin section. Check with doctor first, but it's non-toxic and safe for most people. Take 1mg about 15 minutes before bed. Don't wait longer than 15 minutes before getting in bed as it works fast. You'l sleep well, wake up easily, and not be groggy. I'm no medical doctor so check first if this is okay for you but the military uses this for jet lag all the time. It works really well and I use it whenever I know I will have a restless night. Susan [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 10/23/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 187 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 3,758 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $607.75 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 20 [B]Hrs:[/B] 11 [B]Mins:[/B] 59 [B]Seconds:[/B] 4

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 5009

Hi All, Mr Ed back at his post. Hope you're all sleeping well across the pond! :)

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 5009

Hi OinkOink2u, Nice to correspond with people on both sides of the Atlantic. Your quitting experiences are very relevant to me as our quit dates are only a week apart. 3 months for you on Tuesday. That's fantastic!! Mr Ed :)

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 5009

Good Morning from London, For many of you on the other side of the Atlantic, it's the middle of the night, but here in London it's 8am. So if you awake with cravings and you feel that there will be nobody out there to hear you, I'm on the night shift! Do not always have access to a PC, but I'll do my best Mr Ed :) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/13/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 73 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 2,193 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �547.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 12 [B]Hrs:[/B] 4 [B]Mins:[/B] 34 [B]Seconds:[/B] 44

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 86

HI Mr.Ed, As I laid in bed with withdraw sysmptoms I didn't think that their would be someone out there that would be available on this site!! Had a pretty rough night but a smoke free night!! Now, I know that their is someone out here that I can talk to when needed. Thanks for keeping a watchful eye. :) babs [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 4/26/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 1 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 41 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $5.25 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 4 [B]Mins:[/B] 16 [B]Seconds:[/B] 28

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1687

Mr Ed, Thank you for being there when the rest of us on the East coast is fast asleep(sometimes). Congratulations on those awesome 73 days.. You are awesome.. Be blessed, SUNSHINE [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/7/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 110 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,885 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $385 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 15 [B]Hrs:[/B] 22 [B]Mins:[/B] 47 [B]Seconds:[/B] 18

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18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 893

Hey Ed, some of us are this side of the pond as well you know. I am often on here in the (UK) morning so it's not allways deserted. Your stats are looking great btw. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/6/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 81 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 974 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �202.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 14 [B]Hrs:[/B] 19 [B]Mins:[/B] 45 [B]Seconds:[/B] 32

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1079

Good Morning Mr Ed, from across the Atlantic, here in Nova Scotia. It's very nice of you to give a hand out to the other night owls. I know that Joyfulspirit started a thread a while ago called ironically, :p The Smoke-free Night Owls. Have a peek in when you're looking for some company. Congrats on your 73 days. Awesome! [color=Red]redrosie[/color] :) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/1/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 116 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 2,792 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $962.8 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 11 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 0 [B]Seconds:[/B] 18

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 11

the sleepless nights go away.the first 2 months were the worst for me.i couldnt go to sleep easily and sometimes i dreamed of smoking.now i am over it. if i am near someone who smokes it will bother me if i try to go to sleep right after but usually thats the smell i guess. kudos on your stats, keep it up and just say N.O.P.E. (not one puff ever) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 7/4/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 300 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 9,015 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1200 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 43 [B]Hrs:[/B] 9 [B]Mins:[/B] 46 [B]Seconds:[/B] 17

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2027

I think it's really great how this site circles the globe and crosses time zones. Having help when you really need it is priceless. Shevie [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 5/23/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 339 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 6,791 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1288.2 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 63 [B]Hrs:[/B] 7 [B]Mins:[/B] 15 [B]Seconds:[/B] 56

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