Mercy -
First, I'm sorry to hear that you're going through a tough time right now and are feeling a bit down in the dumps. Next I'll say - wow your quit meter is impressive - congratulations. And finally, I'll give you my two cents re: depression (keep in my it's just my opinion!):
Watch yourself and be mindful of the symptoms you're experiencing - there's a difference from being sad/tired and being clinically depressed. Besides feeling sad, how many other symptoms do you have: decreased energy/motivation, tearfulness, change in appetite/weight, poor concentration/focus, no longer taking pleasure in activities that you used to enjoy, isolation, & hopelessness. If you're having a bunch of these consistently for a few weeks and/or intermittantly over the last 3 months, then it's probably time to see your doctor. Meds (anti-depressants) are one type of treatment option. There are other options - talk therapy, natural alternatives like St. John's Wart and Sam-E, light therapy, etc.
I know that the quitting process is hard, uncomfortable, and includes a lot of physical re-adjustments in our bodies, but that doesn't mean that we need to suffer everything without intervention. If you have a clinical depression (not just feeling down occassionally), you deserve to speak with a professional and pursue to treatment to help you feel better.
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/24/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 44
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,560
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $286
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 3 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 2 [B]Seconds:[/B] 2
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Quit Meter
$1,135,350.00
Amount Saved
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Quit Meter
Days: 5540
Hours: 13
Minutes: 2
Seconds: 14
Life Gained
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Quit Meter
45414
Smoke Free Days
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Quit Meter
908,280
Cigarettes Not Smoked
