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17 years ago 0 649 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi Laura, and yes to your question. That was and still is at times the biggest hurdle for me. It seems to come from nowhere and wants to make itself at home for a while. I have even named it "it". I don't have any magic answer but do know that many have gone through these periods well in to their quits. But look at how many have made it through. I think that beating this addiction can be a bit tricky at times, to put it mildly. I, too have tried in the past but always "cheated" my way back in to full blown smoking again. Let's make this the one that counts. I am not too far away from you on the stats. Please feel free to stay in touch. I'll keep a watch out for ya. Moss [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]11/19/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 44 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 660 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $115.50 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 7 [B]Hrs:[/B] 3 [B]Mins:[/B] 45 [B]Seconds:[/B] 24
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17 years ago 0 1153 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
LLP, You've heard it from the member, this is a totally normal sensation! This is the time to put to use your coping skills. Many people also follow the four D's when the cravings get really bad: Delay Drink Water Distract Deep Breathing Thanks for posting! Keep us updated. Brenna, Bilingual Health Educator
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17 years ago 0 1356 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
hey Laura, there is a thread here called Embracing the Void, we need to find for you - I will take a peek. One thing I did to fill the time void was read read read here, it really helped to know others were going through it, had gone through it, and made it and it got better. the search bar works really well also if you have a specific question. I will try to find that thread for you and bump it. Sue [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]5/3/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 244 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 2,440 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $427.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 23 [B]Hrs:[/B] 19 [B]Mins:[/B] 41 [B]Seconds:[/B] 44
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17 years ago 0 2223 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi Laura, congrats on the 3 weeks , your already well on your way to a smoke free life, stay with it, just dont give in no matter what, i know it can be hard, the quit was very difficult for me, so i know but we are here for you STAY FREE Tresa [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]8/8/2002 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 1973 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 39,460 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $6,905.50 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 282 [B]Hrs:[/B] 1 [B]Mins:[/B] 6 [B]Seconds:[/B] 41

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17 years ago 0 5195 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi Laura. You are by far not alone in your thinking. Like the others said, find things to occupy your mind. Quitting takes time and unfortunately, we don't get "over" smoking in just a couple of days. Take some really deep breaths and just make it through today. Each craving you make it through makes you that much stronger. There will come a time when you don't think of smoking but in the beginning it seems that the thoughts consume your mind. Move forward. You are doing great! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]7/1/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 915 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 18,300 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $3,202.50 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 84 [B]Hrs:[/B] 17 [B]Mins:[/B] 1 [B]Seconds:[/B] 48
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17 years ago 0 911 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Welcome to SSC, Laura! You should be VERY proud of being three weeks smoke free! That is a WONDERFUL accomplishment. Make sure you are rewarding yourself regularly. This WILL help you very much along this journey. As far as having difficult periods, this is completely normal. The only thing that will make this better is time. I promise, it does get much better very quickly. Another thing that might help you is a hobby of some sort. I started working on a cross stitch project. It really helped to keep my focus on something other that smoking. It also kept my hands very busy! Just hold on tight and don't give in. You're doing great! Boxerfan [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]3/28/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 280 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 5,600 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1,400.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 25 [B]Hrs:[/B] 0 [B]Mins:[/B] 17 [B]Seconds:[/B] 26
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17 years ago 0 1107 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
WooHoo Laura! You made it through hell, and heck week by yourself! Thatis quite an accomplishment in it's own right. Yes, I know that I think about smoking most of the time. The idea is to find something else to fill the void. For me, it's been peanuts. For others, chewing on straws, gum etc. The thing is, don't smoke. You're on the path to success. Stay with the SSC, and post often. Everyone here wants to see another successful quit. Goofy [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]10/28/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 66 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 2,640 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $415.80 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 11 [B]Hrs:[/B] 22 [B]Mins:[/B] 11 [B]Seconds:[/B] 1
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17 years ago 0 1698 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Laura let me assure you there are lots of people that go through the process of thinking about smoking after we quit it's one of the things we have to learn to overcome.My advise ,find ways of taking your mind of smoking , distract yourself eventually the brain will forget about smoking but it takes time so be patient it'll come. :) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]3/20/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 288 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 5,184 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $2,880.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 70 [B]Hrs:[/B] 2 [B]Mins:[/B] 1 [B]Seconds:[/B] 57
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17 years ago 0 46 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
My name is Laura. Though I've browsed the discussion links over the past few weeks, I've not posted previously. I smoked for nearly 20 years with many previous quit attempts. I am now in my 1st day past week 3. I have not previously made it this far without "cheating". I had finally stopped dwelling on each instance I was now without a cigarette when ,for whatever reason, I suddenly feel like I'm struggling all over again. I have thought about them nearly all morning after days of not having thought of them once. Has anyone else experienced this? [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]12/11/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 22 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 880 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $198.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 1 [B]Hrs:[/B] 20 [B]Mins:[/B] 44 [B]Seconds:[/B] 39

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