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16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1288

Cassy, Let's face it, withdrawals are no fun! In addition to withdrawing to the toxic chemicals smoking introduced, there are also many changes going on in your body. When you smoked, nicotine triggered the release of neurotransmitters in your brain. These neurotransmitters are responsible for good mood. When you quit, it isn't uncommon for your mood to take a nose dive. This case of the blues is temporary and until it passes, there are a few things you can do: * Exercise as it releases endorphins and these are also conducive to good mood. * Rewarding yourself with something pleasurable. This triggers the same release of neurotransmitters we mentionned. * Get outside and get adequate rest as these also affect your mood. Please feel free to share your experiences and what worked for you! Sylvie, Bilingual Health Educator

16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 515

Hi Cassy Stay strong, like Kristi said. A cry baby? No, i don't think so, you may want to call up my boyfriend and ask him about my day 2 & 3, he will tell you about a cry baby!! And yes, this too shall pass. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]1/7/2008 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 10 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 180 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $68.40 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 23 [B]Mins:[/B] 23 [B]Seconds:[/B] 14

16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 392

Stay strong Cassy! So far I have been able to predict my cravings, and I thought I was done with cravings for the day. But then my 6th grader started having trouble with fractions on his math homework :quest: OMG - Junkie nicodemon was screamin for a hit!!! So, I just sat really still and closed my eyes and tried to think good thoughts. And it passed, as they all will. We just have to get thru them 2 minutes at a time... We can do this. Hammer the junkie! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]1/14/2008 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 2 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 50 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $13.75 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 5 [B]Mins:[/B] 37 [B]Seconds:[/B] 27

16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 45

Thank you everyone. I am such a whiner lately. I'm even driving myself nuts. I wonder is that a symptom. Feeling really down like everything is going wrong. I feel better today and went to work, but I was impossible there too. AAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!! Whatever it is I know it will pass. However, the whining needs to pass now because I can't stand this. I want to see my glass as half full not half empty. CRY BABY!! :)

16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 515

Ohhhhh! So sorry to hear that you are sick also!! I hope you recover quickly, that must be hard, having two kids sick as well as yourself. Do take good care of yourself, get lots of rest with plenty of water, to get the virus out as well as the nicotine and chemicals. And yet another first for you! First illness without cigarettes! Keep strong and take care! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]1/7/2008 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 162 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $61.56 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 21 [B]Mins:[/B] 14 [B]Seconds:[/B] 45

16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 591

Aww Man, Cassy! I'm sorry. Fun with bodily fluids. Sue! That sounds like a nightmare! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]7/17/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 548 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 41,100 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $10,275.00 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 48 [B]Hrs:[/B] 21 [B]Mins:[/B] 14 [B]Seconds:[/B] 0

16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 392

Sorry you got sick Cassy!!! That really sux... but in a way it is helping you... Stay Positive! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]1/14/2008 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 1 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 25 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $6.88 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 3 [B]Mins:[/B] 40 [B]Seconds:[/B] 28

16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1356

Cassy, I am sorry you got it too - I hope you feel better soon. Keep hanging tough. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]5/3/2007 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 257 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 2,570 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $449.75 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 25 [B]Hrs:[/B] 2 [B]Mins:[/B] 54 [B]Seconds:[/B] 27

16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 45

Hello Everyone, Thanks for your thoughts. Last night around 12:00 I got what my girls have. I didn't sleep much and had to call in sick to work but the great news is that I feel so horrible that I'm not even thinking about smoking. Well maybe two little cravings but nothing that would push me into a fit like yesterday. Thanks again for all your support and hopefully tomorrow this nasty illness will go away.

16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 515

Cassy, just seeing how you are doing with your quit. Keep us posted so we can support you in any way you need. I'll take that Tahiti trip too! Anyplace with sun and warmth! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B]1/7/2008 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 8 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 144 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $54.72 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 19 [B]Mins:[/B] 2 [B]Seconds:[/B] 21

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