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18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 4

as the title says i am at 34 hours and not too bad so far. i bought 2 stress balls and 2 packs of suckers. i have only had 2 suckers but squeezed the life out of the stress balls. my girlfriend said i should just cut back instead of going cold turkey as i could harm my body this way. yes of course she smokes. just for today i will not smoke. one day at at ime. today i want to get a pedometer. it says if you walk 5,000 steps a day you are sedantry but need to walk 10,000 steps a day. just daily stuff and a walkng program too. i probably walk less than 1,000 steps a day so almost dead i guess-lol. so wish me luck and right back at you guys mom [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 8/3/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 1 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 12 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $4.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 4 [B]Mins:[/B] 43 [B]Seconds:[/B] 51

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 123

Hi Mom... Congratulations on making the decision to quit... I too tried to quit many times before I was pointed in the direction of this website... I am working on my final quit at the moment and because of the support that I have received on this site I have found it to be the easiest quit experience I have ever had... The support network here is amazing. If you have any worries or if you need a rant just come on here and post like crazy... Someone will always have time to post you a reply, give you some advice or just listen to what you want to say... Use the tools on the left, they are invaluable... Keep a journal of your progress... I have a livejournal that I update every morning with details of how my previous day was and how I am coping... Even if you just get a jotter or notebook and write any feelings/thoughts you have in there it is great to look back on... Also, many of the other members on here have posted some very inspirational messages... When you find one, print it off and put it in your journal.. I keep mine in a quit folder, full of all my targets, treats, and inspirations.. Also, remember your reward system.. Reward yourself at the end of every day you complete, at the end of the week have a bigger reward and at the end of the month one that is bigger than that... Make the most of it... Good luck with your quit, remember that we are only a post away if you need to talk to anyone.. Krissie [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 7/28/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 7 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 148 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �30.38 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 12 [B]Mins:[/B] 55 [B]Seconds:[/B] 11

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1128

Hi Mom, 34 hours is awesome :)i like the stress ball theraphy, imagine how strong your hands will be after this week :) Love your girlfriends theory, [quote] My girlfriend said i should just cut back instead of going cold turkey as i could harm my body this way. [/quote] Spoken like a true smoker. I quit cold turkey as did many of the lovely people on this site and im still here!! In her defence tho, she just doesnt want to be left out there all alone. I dont want to sound awful but it may be best if you avoid your girlfriend for the first couple of weeks to keep the temptation away. Its hard, its real hard and unless you have the mindset and KNOW you wont touch a cigarette then i strongly advise you to avoid any situations that will jeopardize your quit. If you need to talk, vent anything just come here and post, read and post. :) PrincessC :) x [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 7/11/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 25 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 593 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $255 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 1 [B]Mins:[/B] 51 [B]Seconds:[/B] 49

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 351

Welcome to our family mom. We are so happy you are here and that you have made this great decision in your life. You won't be sorry and please use this site often. It has made the biggest difference in my quit. Someone is always here when you need them. Stay strong and keep thinking positive thoughts, you can do this. TOGETHER we will do this. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 6/19/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 46 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 467 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $92 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 4 [B]Hrs:[/B] 12 [B]Mins:[/B] 58 [B]Seconds:[/B] 35

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 322

Im with you all the way Jacko(UK) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 8/4/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 2 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 115 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �30 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 10 [B]Seconds:[/B] 30

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 202

Welcome, Mom and congratulations on your decision to quit! You're wise to make this quit your own instead of listening to your friend who is not yet at a point where she is serious about giving up cigarettes for good. One day at a time is how all of us make it. Don't hesitate to come here any time you need to for support, to learn, to vent and to celebrate your success! Best, Livadia [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 6/18/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 47 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 948 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $235 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 5 [B]Hrs:[/B] 12 [B]Mins:[/B] 54 [B]Seconds:[/B] 53

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$44,339.04

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Days: 775 Hours: 8

Minutes: 19 Seconds: 20

Life Gained
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6008

Smoke Free Days
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240,320

Cigarettes Not Smoked

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 3131

Hey Mom congratulations, you can do this one day at a time :)Marie [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 6/13/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 52 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 786 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $208 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 6 [B]Hrs:[/B] 21 [B]Mins:[/B] 59 [B]Seconds:[/B] 40

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 220

welcome mom, congratulations on your quit. There is alot of support here, you are not alone. welcome stay strong.. jeanigirl [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 6/9/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 56 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 733 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $266 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 5 [B]Hrs:[/B] 23 [B]Mins:[/B] 27 [B]Seconds:[/B] 8

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 51

best of luck mom, you can do it and we're here to support you tim [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 5/24/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 73 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,105 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $580.35 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 10 [B]Hrs:[/B] 13 [B]Mins:[/B] 25 [B]Seconds:[/B] 36

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 3368

[IMG]http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a17/Daniwiz/14275yn4tjdhpt11.gif[/IMG] Welcome to the SSC. Congrats on your decision to quit smoking. Knowledge is power, so get prepared. Get prepared for your mind to deal with emotions without the mask of a drug. Know that the nicotine in cigarettes has caused you to be physically addicted. Take comfort in knowing the physical withdrawal will stop approximately 72 hours if you can resist nicotine products. Be fully aware that your life routine will have to be experienced without smoking cigarettes for you to be quit. So throw them away. Do not save any. What is your routine? When do you smoke? Make a list of your triggers (when you would normally smoke). It is better to think about all of these things ahead of time so that you can go into battle prepared. Replace your bad habit (smoking) with good habits. Read about healthy ways to deal with stress/emotions and start practicing your new coping skills. Get yourself ready physically by walking more, take in more fluids, get plenty of rest and avoid becoming overtired. Tell people around you that you�re going to quit. Get yourself a Quit Buddy who will be there to provide you personal quit-smoking help and support. Fight the urge to protect yourself from looking silly if you don�t make it all the way. Believe in yourself from the very beginning. Make it come true. If you don�t make it this time, what matters is that you get back up and try again. Also, don�t forget to make rewards a part of your plan. Quitting takes a lot of work, so you want to make sure you give yourself credit along the way. Keep a list of rewards you look forward to - it will help keep you motivated. Watch out for alcohol, social situations, other smokers, weight gain, and bad moods/depression. These things can make you fall off the Quit Wagon. Like I�ve said � be prepared for these things. We�ve quit. You can too. We�ll be here to support you if you need us. I look forward to celebrating your milestones with you. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 5/12/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 84 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 2,534 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $336 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 7 [B]Hrs:[/B] 2 [B]Mins:[/B] 33 [B]Seconds:[/B] 41

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$54,712.80

Amount Saved
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Days: 5979 Hours: 4

Minutes: 53 Seconds: 23

Life Gained
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45594

Smoke Free Days
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136,782

Cigarettes Not Smoked

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