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18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 406

Been thinking a lot about rewards as I near completion my own Hell Week. Not so much into self-congratulations -- the freedom and power are plenty reward for me. Thinking that spouse/significant other is the one who deserves the reward at each milestone, yes? I'm in homeland security during the week and ordained clergy on weekends; I was dreading this first weekend with all of its stresses, but it's been okay. Not at all cocky by any means, but when I hit Week One, I'm going to hand out rewards to everyone on whose back I climbed to get here, including everyone at SSC. peteg [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 10/30/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 5 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 279 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $27.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 23 [B]Mins:[/B] 33 [B]Seconds:[/B] 14

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 738

Ditto all everyone has said before, but adding one piece: smoking triggered the pleasure center of the brain. When you quit, you don't get that chemical trigger any more, and you really should replace that with [i]SOMETHING[/i] pleasurable to mark the passing milestones. And I agree with you that our partners deserve some reward, so why not do Danielle's suggestion of something special together? Like a nice dinner out, or take her to go get a special coffee, ice cream, a book at Barnes and Noble, anything to get the brain to feel that pleasure and look forward to more of the same, only without the chemicals! It helps to keep us motivated to rack up more of those wonderful stats! I love to watch the quit meter turn over to a new day! [IMG]http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p300/DeeKaySss/Small_parrot.gif[/IMG] Denise [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 10/16/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 20 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 620 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $150 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 9 [B]Mins:[/B] 53 [B]Seconds:[/B] 36

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 449

Hi Pete, I agree that the freedom and power are wonderful rewards in and of themselves! But I do try to take a few minutes for just me, even if it's spending an extra hour here at the SSC, reading and chatting. It really helps strengthen my resolve and embrace my quit! Stay strong and believe in yourself! Your health is worth the trouble of quitting! Hugs, Deb [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 10/26/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 10 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 207 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $37.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 23 [B]Mins:[/B] 34 [B]Seconds:[/B] 31

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2631

Hi Pete Rewards are important because they make us feel happy....I've learned how to reward myself and that has been great...but one day I went out and bought a reward for my hubby and that made me feel good too! As long as it makes you feel good, go ahead and do it! Windy [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/11/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 55 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,114 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $275 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 5 [B]Hrs:[/B] 6 [B]Mins:[/B] 54 [B]Seconds:[/B] 30

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2631

Hi Pete I just read your other threads and realized how busy your life/career are....You have been accustomed to smoking to reward yourself for a busy day or to relax at the end of one. Well, I realize that we need to show our appreciation to all those people who support us along the way, it is also very important for you to reward yourself at the end of a hectic day (a good book, a snuggle in bed, a short walk, a hot bath) Rewards are important part of our quit...and you are doing so well...please remember to take care of yourself too! Windy [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/11/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 55 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,117 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $275 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 5 [B]Hrs:[/B] 7 [B]Mins:[/B] 11 [B]Seconds:[/B] 29

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 3131

Peteg reward yourself, you deserve it :)Marie [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 6/13/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 145 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 2,182 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $580 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 19 [B]Hrs:[/B] 4 [B]Mins:[/B] 26 [B]Seconds:[/B] 1

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2838

I would like a new car...... :) How about paying off my VISA card? HAHA! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/8/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 58 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 2,931 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $464 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 6 [B]Hrs:[/B] 0 [B]Mins:[/B] 49 [B]Seconds:[/B] 14

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 8760

Peteg, If you're not big on self praise, why don't you & spouse/significant do something special together to celebrate your first smoke free week. I can only echo what the other members have said: rewards are important. They boost mood, keep us from feeling deprived, serve as replacements and motivate us to keep going. Rewards put help put fun into every quit! Start dreaming of the possibilities. Danielle _______________________ The SSC Support Team

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2257

Hi Pete, I'm SO happy you're doing great and feeling the benefit of freedom from the sickerettes!!! But I agree with ChickNoodle in that you should take some time for yourself or treat yourself to something - does not have to be big or expensive, just something to mark the time you have won the war against cigs. A nice cup of gourmet coffee, a warm cinnamon roll from the bakery, something that you normally would not do is enjoyable. There are a lot of threads about rewards. Keep in mind rewards are important as they keep your quit goals in focus! You're doing a fantastic job! CobenFan [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/25/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 225 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 3,832 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $787.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 20 [B]Hrs:[/B] 20 [B]Mins:[/B] 38 [B]Seconds:[/B] 46

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