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11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 153

I too am very encouraged at hearing that someday I won't even think of smoking. I have the experience of quitting drinking over 3 years ago which parallels this, as an addiction is an adddiction, regardless of the substance. I know I hardly ever think of drinking anymore. I can go to social events where other people drink and I have my mineral water and the thought of having a drink doesn't even enter my mind. The only times I've had the odd passing thought is when I see someone have a cold beer on a hot summer day. . . but that's all it is, is a passing thought.

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 43

Hi Goofy,

I am so encouraged by your post - thank you! This is what I want to hear from ex-smokers; that they have missed their quit anniversary and that they don't give even a fleeting thought to cigarettes any longer. That is the status I want to reach! I want to "forget" that I have ever smoked. I don't want it to be part of my life or my thinking process. I don't want to do battle every day - one can lose a few along the way...

I can't wait till I'm free for good, forever!

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1107

Congratulations to all the new quitters. I actually missed my 5th anniversary as I don't even think about smoking anymore. I check in about twice a year now to see if there are any of the people around who were so influential in my quit. I do miss the friends, but as time goes on, other things than smoking fills my thoughts. I love the people here, and for the new quitters......stay close. I smoked two packs a day for 35 years.........Believe me, this system works! I did exactly as I was told by the others.......If I wanted to smoke, I would post and wait for five responses. By the time I got them, I didn't want a cigarette. Hang tough..It gets much, much easier. Oh yeah...Before you know it, you'll be in the Hall of Fame and get that great t-shirt!!

Happy Thanksgiving

Ron

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 763

Good luck to the November 19th quitters. Lots of great info at SSC, and the support is wonderful. One day, one hour, one crave at a time.

All the best,

Jan

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2778

Hey Jarch!!!

Congrats on your decision to quit and I hope that your day is going well! I'm glad to see that you have utilized the Program! The knowledge I gained going through it was invaluable! Stick close and continue to learn from your new quit buddies here on the Forums! There is a wealth of information written in these threads available to you using the search button on the Forums home page. Also, feel free to just ask!

You're not the only one who have has numerous failed attempts! The important thing to remember is to never quit quitting! Eventually we all get sick and tired enough of the ol' nico-demon that we just have to kick it's ash!

We're all rooting for you, buddy!

Jim

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11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 618

Hi there Thsoldlady, Toby & Jarch,

How are you doing? Whether it's your first day or not, stay close to us here and we will support you. It may seem hard to believe that people you have never met will give you a boost, but probably all the SSC members would agree that this is an amazing place to get and give support.

Thinking of you all today...Whatever it takes - just don't smoke!

Lolly.

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1853

Hi Jarch,

Welcome to the SSC community. Know that you are not alone in your quit! You've joined a wonderful community of people who have been in your situation - at the beginning stages of quitting smoking - and can offer you much help and support whenever you need it. Read through the forums and work through the quit program on this site.

With your determination and the help from members on the SSC, you can succeed in your quit!!

Vincenza, Health Educator

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1

I will also be starting on the 19th. Like you, I also don't have all that much support. I have done a lot of reading and tried to be as educated as possible with regards to nicotine addition and what to expect with quitting. I have a few previous failed attempts, some better than others, but I am determined to make this one stick.

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1140

Hi thsoldlady and toby,

Congratulations on your decisions to quit. Please take advantage of the forums and the tools here. It helps. And there are a lot of quitters here that are on your side. looking forward to hearing of your progress.

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11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 4

Good luck! you can do it-- it'll be 5 years next March for me :)

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