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17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2631

Green tea, cinnamon gum, workouts at the gym and my all-time favourite (my blankets, my pillow and my remote control)...oh yes...and my other all time favourite (Come to SCC to read and post!) Windy [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/11/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 99 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,998 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $495 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 9 [B]Hrs:[/B] 11 [B]Mins:[/B] 36 [B]Seconds:[/B] 55

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 3908

JUST LOOK AT A DIRTY ASHTRAY!!!! That will put you off! Phil [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 8/8/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 134 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 2,815 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �703.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 27 [B]Hrs:[/B] 15 [B]Mins:[/B] 52 [B]Seconds:[/B] 55

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 583

hmm, Hot Bath Love some hot decaf green tea Good piece of chocolate. Watching my kids play. Remembering all the reasons I quit. Smelling smoke, or watching someone smoke.(they are really not that happy about. Grace [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 8/8/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 133 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 2,673 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $532 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 9 [B]Hrs:[/B] 12 [B]Mins:[/B] 21 [B]Seconds:[/B] 18

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 311

Lots of slow, deep breathing....works like a charm. You'll enjoy being able to take in more air than before you quit, and its a slow inhale like when we used to smoke. It really does kill the craving. Andrea [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 6/7/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 196 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 3,938 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $931 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 16 [B]Hrs:[/B] 13 [B]Mins:[/B] 28 [B]Seconds:[/B] 50

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 852

Boy, sometimes it is hard to remember.......... But, I do know that on my 2nd night of my quit, I got so ansy, aggitated, nervous, etc.... that I bolted out the door and walked a slow walk around the block. I talked to myself every step of the way. People must have thought I was nuts. So, every time I craved, I either shoved candy in my mouth, went for a walk, or just plain old plopped on the couch and listened to my hypnosis cd........... I'm sure I've forgotten quite a few..... But nice job with this. It is really interesting to find out how others cope (or coped!). Best wishes to all! 4my2girls [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/5/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 290 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 8,728 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $948.3 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 23 [B]Hrs:[/B] 9 [B]Mins:[/B] 50 [B]Seconds:[/B] 36

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2436

well I have spent hours in the bathroom with an old toothbrush and bleach cleaning grout (such an amazing distraction!) - a wonderful hot bath w/bath salts, candles, lavender and sandlewood essential oils - calling a friend and just having a laugh - coming here and lending a hand and heart - cleaning the house (REALLY cleaning) :) - mall walking - riding my motorcycle - cleaning out closets and giving away stuff I no longer need - cooking some great chile - meditating and taking some time just to BE [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/5/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 293 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 10,259 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1362.45 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 38 [B]Hrs:[/B] 0 [B]Mins:[/B] 22 [B]Seconds:[/B] 29

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 340

One of my coping mechanisms is to remember that I by not smoking I am only gaining - I'm not actually missing out on anything positive. I also try to keep busy - you should see my house at the minute - it's like some sort of show piece it's so tidy. I've become fanatic about getting all the laundry cleared too. All this is good - I live in a really nice environment now. Remember rewards - plan them and indulge your imagination. It's money you would never have had if you continued to smoke so be big in your rewards. Go for a walk or a run. I've started a running plan - the couch to 5k programme - easy to find on google. It's very gradual and I'm feeling good on it. Remember that the craving will pass - if you have to just put your head down and go with it. It will not last forever. Remember that you are the one in control - not the 3 inch white stick. Write down everything that you are gaining by being smoke free. Read Alan Carr's book 'The easy way to stop smoking' - really good for helping to shift perspective on the entire smoking attitude. Just some thoughts there - hope some of them were useful. It was good for me to reiterate them so thanks for your post and the opportunity to do so. All the best Sharon [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 10/14/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 67 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 673 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] �180.23 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 5 [B]Hrs:[/B] 15 [B]Mins:[/B] 56 [B]Seconds:[/B] 5

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 12049

2stubborn2smoke, This is a great idea for a thread just before the holidays! We can all share our coping mechanisms and learn what works for one another. I am a firm believer of relaxation! A hot bath and good magazine can do the trick for me! Water always keeps my hands and mouth occupied :) Ok members feel free to join in :) Josie _____________________ The SSC Support Team.

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