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August 12, 2013 - First Day as a non-smoker

10 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1140

Congratulations on Day 2, sarahboy. I remember needing to walk a lot at the beginning, too. It would hit me around 9-10 PM, so I'd be out walking in the dark right before bedtime on many nights.

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sarahboydmacdonald Although this quitting business might be hard at times it is definitely one of the best things that you'll ever do for yourself. Yay for you. breather

10 years ago 0 +0 / -0 23

Well, Day 2 is going really well so far. The urges just started about 10 minutes ago (2:15 pm) but I have pushed through them. Last night was hard and I was on edge but I didn't break. I went for a walk, did some exercises at home, made dinner, just kept myself busy. I went to bed earlier than usual but that will lessen as I get more used to breaking the habit. I think tonight will be hard again but I will push through.

10 years ago 0 +0 / -0 152

Go Sarah, you Can do this!!!!! We are here for you :) What a great anniversary gift to give you yourself and your husband! Enjoy your new found freedom.

10 years ago 0 +0 / -0 823

Hi Sarah - Great attitude! You can do this - post if you need to; we've all been where you are and are here for You! Go Girl!

10 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2508

Hi Sarah,

What a wonderful way to start your new life as a non-smoker..

Have a great anniversary celebration..

Always here to listen...

Red...

10 years ago 0 +0 / -0 23

Thank you everyone for your supportive words. It is day 1 for me today and I am super happy with this decision. I know it won't be easy, but its worth it in the end. I started a journal yesterday that I will write in on a daily (or close to it) basis about my quitting journey. I have a quitting partner that will help with the urges, I also have finished all 5 steps in the program and will reference them often.

It was kind of funny last night. I called my husband upstairs after my last smoke outside and told him that I don't want to see any lighters lying around. Then I took the smokes left in my pack and broke them all in half in front of him and threw them in the garbage. He smiled and gave me a big hug. It is our one year anniversary this weekend and we are headed to the cottage so hopefully the beauty of nature, the will to stay smoke free and the fact that I will be in the middle of nowhere will help get me through the first week.

Thanks again for listening.

10 years ago 0 +0 / -0 11216

Wow! You sound so determined Sarah. This determination will get you far.

How have you been preparing for your quit date? It sounds like you have already done a lot of thinking around it which is great. Also, try to gather as much info as possible. Work on the program and search through the forums. The more prepared the better.

Looking forward to August 12!

Ashley, Health Educator

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10 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1140

Congratulations, sarahboy, on your decision to quit. It sounds like you have some very powerful motivations to move in the right direction with this. Be sure to check out tabs "My Program" and "Tools" above. There are tools in both of them that can help you to get mentally ready and cope with quitting. Also, feel free to read and post as often as you need. There are people here who are glad to support you on your journey.

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10 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2508

Hi Sarah,

You can and are quitting..

Big Congrats to you on your decision to stick to your guns and quit..

Red...

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