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11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2508

Hi Colina,

Glad your here and willing to get mad and fight for your quit..Post often it help lots and as will all your quit buddies here..

Red

NTAP=

never take another puff..

taken from Joel at whyquit.com

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 816

I second what grrr says. Get mad and get good and mad. I was tired of being a sucker to big tobacco and I channeled that into anger which was the driving force behind the quit. I don't even know who that smoking person was now. That was yesterday and today I'm grateful to not be the person that I once was. Just as we learned how to smoke over a period of time we can also unlearn the addiction and the hold it once had. No extra nicotine added for me today Mr. big tobacco pants as your product is no longer required. Excellent for you.

breather

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 19

That, in my opinion is exactly the attitude you need to have.When I finally quit it i was pissed off at everything related to smoking,the fact that something so stupid could have me so addicted made me mad beyond belief,and I used that anger to make myself stop smoking.

We all have the ability to take control of our bodies and make it do what we want,you just have to want it.

Hopefully that makes sense(:

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 618

Welcome Collina,

Glad you decided to go for it again! Do read as much as you can on this site, as it will help you so much.

Like Sly, I smoked for 40 years and tried to stop on and off many many times. I made it my forever quit 8 years ago, and I am soooo happy. You CAN do this too! It's just a bit scary as you approach the date. Prepare well and be ready for the fight.

Take all the advice given on this thread, and stay close to us.

Lolly.

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1140

Congratulations Collina, on your decision to battle this thing again. From what I've read, each time you attempt a quit, you are more likely to be successful. In short, practice makes perfect. So don't beat yourself up. Instead, maybe look at this as a marathon race you have been training for. You haven't gone all 26 miles yet, but you've done some running already. You can do this.

I'm not sure if you've worked through the milestones yet this time, but it would be a good way to get ready.

Another thing to check out might be the free online book: Freedom from Nicotine. I found it very helpful for getting psyched up and staying psyched during those most difficult first days.

Good luck to you. We will be rooting for you.

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11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 186

Hi Collina . Sounds like you are ready.I smoked for 40 some years and have recently quit.There are some rough days but really not that many

in relation to how long I smoked.As for being scared,we all are it is a drastic change in our lives.Be prepared with substitues and activities that can take

your mind some where other than your crave.They do pass fairly quick.Be prepared to talk your own ear off, remind yourself of the positives.Once those first 3 days are done

and the nicotine is out of your system remind yourself the worst is over and then just keep adding up the days and patting yourself on the back.

The rewards far out weigh the process. It has only been a little over 4 months for me but I feel great and that in itself makes me feel so much stronger about

my quit.Ther is no going back fo me.

Wishing you strength with your quit.

Sherry

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2778

Hey Collina!!!

Great looking pack you have there! It sounds to me that you have the right mindset and are raring to go! Well, stick close and get ready to do some ash kicking!!! I just love to see a stinky demon get it's butt kicked!!

You've been through the program and have all the tools and we're ready to help you in any way we can! Continue to psych yourself up into a quitting frenzy!!! You CAN do this!!!

Jim

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11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 11214

Welcome Collina!

Congratulations on setting a quit date!

All of your fears are completely normal - they are good pointers for you, highlighting where you can prepare. You can prepare by completing the quit program. Also, fill out your cravings diary; this will help you to pin point your triggers. Knowing your triggers like before a competition is important. Plan replacements or distractions for these times. For example, instead of smoking, practice deep breathing exercises or go for a walk.

What are some of your other triggers? How can you prepare for them?

Ashley, Health Educator

Here to help :)

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 17

That's it... this HAS to be it. I'm tired of arguing with this addiction and I plan on winning this battle.

For my 45th Birthday, at the end of the month, I'm giving myself freedom. Freedom from the addiction, smell, judgemental looks, hiding around corners and finally breaking the chain to my cigarettes. Someone else can buy them and carry them around I'm sick of supporting them.

This is my 4th, maybe 5th attempt in the last 5 years, which does nothing for my confidence. I guess the only thing I can tell myself that will be different this time is that I will NEVER smoke again, that should help with success (read sarcasm). I'm scared and nervous. What will I do with that habit of smoking in solitude while calming my nerves; like before a big presentation or before a competition? I guess fill my toolbox with heavy artillery and swing hard when the evil devil whispers into my ear.

January 21, 2013 is going to be the last day I smoke and on January 22nd I will become a non-smoker. I will turn 45 healthier and free of addiction having taken the upper hand in the battle. (wow sensing some hostility in my words) :)

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