The Hardest Thing I've ever Attempted BAR NONE

[wackymother Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close wackymother]

I think what Frank is saying about not drinking is that, for a lot of people, drinking and smoking go together. If you've got a drink in your hand, you feel like you should have a cigarette in the other. So if that's not a problem for you, then you can have a drink! (And also, the drinking might take the edge off your resolve.)

Good luck on this. I know it's so hard.

[jackio Gold Contributor Find all posts View Profile Close jackio]

Good Luck Lawren. I never smoked, but the people I know who have (and still do) find quitting the hardest thing ever. You are very brave to go through this with all of the other stressors you have in your life right now. That means you really want it. Stay strong!!

[idahodude Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close idahodude]

Congratulations! You've made a great start. But if you think you're going to cave, consider one of the medications that help with the cravings. With the exception of the nicotine replacement products, they're not addictive. And most who use the nicotine replacement products are able to quit those much easier than cigarettes. Good luck!!

[Glitter Brunello Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close Glitter Brunello]

It took hypnosis for me to become an obnoxious ex-smoker... I give you a lot of credit.. hang in there, you are very strong. One day at a time is a good approach. And there is a guy in Staten Island who does something weird to people's ears if you need help...

[RESORT2ME Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close RESORT2ME]

Sometime while still in the navy, I weaned off as a bad-for-health, expensive, makes-no-sense habit.

It made me disgusted, the prices for something just to burn up.

I used to enjoy smokes, drinks and card playing. I stopped playing cards. That helped muchly.

I got out of the navy in 1977, so that was over 32 years ago.

Caroll smoked and never cared to give up as she enjoyed it so. After all these years (68) Caroll has gotten into lack-of-oxygen health problems.
Remember she couldn't ride on Trip West? Her systems were shutting down then.

She quit for 5 months, was recuperating but wanted a cig oh so badly. Took them up again.

She was told this last bout (lungs unable to supply oxygen to the blood) to STOP, you are killing yourself.

She is now forcing herself to stop. Two others in this house smoke, that's not good. You would think they could see what can happen.

One day at a time is not a bad way to do it.

The main thing that gets you out is YOU. You have got to NOT WANT them anymore.

Love yourself, be strong and generate your will power. It is nice that you brought us into this with you. An encouraging group here.

Robert

[LynnW Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close LynnW]

Hang in there Lawren! I was fortunate that my husband and I quit the same day. April Fools Day 1986 but it was totally his idea. I really didn't want to quit but knew that I should so I agreed to try along with him. I had a couple of small setbacks when I would just have 1 or 2 when we were out with someone who smoked but finally it scared me enough that I knew I had to stop doing that or I would be back smoking all the time. I do admit that I am one of those ex-smokers who am bothered by second hand smoke because I have developed an allergy to it. I have even had nose bleeds after being in a smoky place. You can do it!

Lynn

[adush Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close adush]

you can try this site they send you the patch for free www.nysmokefree.com/register/default.aspx good luck

[ArtsieAng Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close ArtsieAng]

Good luck Lawren!!!

[lawren2 Malibu Beach Barbie & A Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close lawren2]

Day 4.

I refuse to give up coffee. I find it astounding how ingrained this habit is in my system. I always got up started the coffee and had a cigarette while it was brewing and that's the one I miss most.

I did take Chantix for 5 weeks before stopping and also smoked 3 a day for a few days prior. I honestly think that it's mental and the physical craving is minimal thanks to the drugs.

I can tell this will be a daily battle for a while until the new routine settles into habit at minimum. Not planning on any outings where I'll be exposed to drinking and smoking until the end of the month. Just in case.

Lollipops and coffee are OK together if you pick the right flavor....

[wackymother Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close wackymother]

Day 4.

I refuse to give up coffee. I find it astounding how ingrained this habit is in my system. I always got up started the coffee and had a cigarette while it was brewing and that's the one I miss most.

I did take Chantix for 5 weeks before stopping and also smoked 3 a day for a few days prior. I honestly think that it's mental and the physical craving is minimal thanks to the drugs.

I can tell this will be a daily battle for a while until the new routine settles into habit at minimum. Not planning on any outings where I'll be exposed to drinking and smoking until the end of the month. Just in case.

Lollipops and coffee are OK together if you pick the right flavor....

Feh on the lollipops and coffee. How about breadsticks?

[Holly Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Holly]

It's the first one

Remember, just don't ever have the first one....I was a heavy smoker...what a nasty habit. Just don't think that you can have "just one", and you will never start smoking again.

[MargeS Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close MargeS]

You can do it!!!!!

[Luanne Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Luanne]

Another day done!

[4ARedOctober Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close 4ARedOctober]

Way to go L2....we are so pround of you. Hang in there.....my Mom and Dad quit cold turkey decades ago and my oldest sister did the same five years ago and all are still going strong.

My best friend seems he will never quit and it is sad because I think we will lose him early because of it.

Keep on Truckin' girl.

[Kay H Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Kay H]

Lawren, I know you can do it. DH quit many years ago and he was a bi*ch to live with for at least 6 months. Then he tried to prove to himself that he could smoke part time but was back to full time in days. He quit a second time and hasn't smoked since. He also drank less coffee because the 2 went together.

If you put the amt of money you would have spent on a pack of cigarettes in a bank, you'll be able to treat yourself to a great vacation in no time. Food will taste better to you and others won't smell stale smoke on you.

I wish you the best of luck. It ain't easy.