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13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 3207

Hi Marbles..sounds like you've still got most of them ; ) I used champ(t)ix to quit and it really helped me. First successful quit ever! Yes, eating something first seems to have helped many people who've used it. I was both anxious to get off them as well as scared to, so I started a thread about weaning off it, and lots of people documented their approaches. You might want to look for that thread to help you decide what to do. Hang in there, and treat yourself nicely.

-aloha

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2606

Welcome to the SSC and congratulations on deciding to kick the habit!

We strongly encourage you to prepare for your quit using the program. Quitting smoking is not only a habit, it's an addiction. This program is going to help you plan how to deal with cravings and more importantly teach you how to replace this old habit with a new one.

You'll also need to put into place a reward system. It should have three components: small one for after each craving, medium for the end of each smoke-free day and a bigger one for the end of each smoke-free week.

Start reading through the forums, you'll quickly realize that many have felt just as you do now and they are now non-smokers. You'll also be able to find a lot of tips and tricks to help you along the way.

Good luck & check back soon!

Samantha, Health Educator

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 31

Thanks Shevie.

I have terrible nausea in the mornings, on and off, so I am suffering at work. I read that taking the pill on full stomach helps, I tried and it is slightly better only.

I don't know if it is the pills or my mood in general but I was like drunk the first week I started with the pills, forgetting lots of stuff. I don't know if it is common, or really a side effect but I was not normal myself. So I am being extra careful nowadays not to forget anything (at least work related

)

Now that I quit, I will have withdrawal symptoms as well so it is hard to tell what is causing which.

Generally I don't like pills, so the sooner I am off the better.

Must admit they are making the quit much easier (tried going cold turkey in the past), and I am soo thankful for it

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 97

Hi, Marbles. Welcome back to the SSC and congratulations on your new quit.

You're making perfect sense. Sounds like you've done your homework and are off to a great start. I like that you have a new screen name to associate with your new quit. No old baggage. That's a good thing. As you're finding, every quit is different, even for the same person.

Out of curiosity, what side effects are you experiencing?

13 years ago 0 +0 / -0 31

Hi!

I've been lurking for a while, it is time to introduce myself

I am an expat in the middle east, 35 years old. I've been a smoker all my adult life and for a long time I am trying to quit, oh well..

I have registered 2-3 years ago, but that quit failed after 3 weeks (and 5 kgs), and I don't even remember my user name, so this is a new start and new me!

It's been 30+ hours since my last cigarette, and honestly, I am finding it easier than I was expecting.

This time I planned carefully, registered with a dietician to keep the weight stable as much as possible 2 weeks ago, started eating right and a few days later started with champix.

I like to think of it as a new beginning, free from all addictions

I don't want to be too hard on myself, if I feel it is too much I will give the priority to quitting, not weight issue, but I am OK now as this dietician is making me eat more then I do normally, just not the food I am used to.

I am chewing gum, drinking water and herbal tea, taking deep breaths very often.

I don't like the side effects of the pills, I want to quit them as soon as possible without risking the quit of course.

I liked to be a part of this forum in the past because of all the old timers passing their wisdom on to new comers, I really need it now and need to hear from people who is going through the same right now.

And of course I need to keep my hands busy, so I will be posting a lot, excuse me if I make no sense

Have a nice weekend everyone!

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