Day 1
Today is day 1 of quitting smoking (15 year smoker) Using patches and nicorette gum and it seems to be taking the edge off dramatically, when I get a big craving I chew a piece of nicotine gum and that's working great. I know this is only the first day but I'm surprised it is going this well. (mabye its the nrt?) Ive been putting off quitting for months. Scared to go outside on the patio (where I used to smoke) but this is something I will need to overcome. all the best
Good for you Kristy C on quitting best decision ever in the last 15 years. I did it for 33 years and am now 87 days smoke free so stay positive and strong. Be aware that for the last 15 yrs what ever you did remember or not you had a smoke in your mouth so them cravings will pop out anywhere anytime so stay strong. I used the patches and was off them the first month of using them due to nausea and sleepless nights hopefully you do not have the same probs. Keep posting and reading because it will help and remember stay strong and positive all the best.
Thank you and congrats A.F.U for being smoke free for 87 days. That seems a life time away at the moment. One day at a time!! Reading these posts and hearing success stories are helpful, quitting is not easy. But I'll do it!!!
Congrats on your first day of a healthier, happier life. I too am using patches and they do help. I have attempted to quit many times and know I can beat the addiction. During one of my attempts I too avoided outside where I used to smoke but found I really missed this. Now I bring out my ipad and read posts on this site. We are all different and I hope that soon you too will be able to enjoy your patio without the need/craving for a smoke.
Please keep posting, sharing your journey it not only helps you but also helps us readers. You CAN do i, we CAN do it!!
Hi Kristy C. I do the same as Nic succeed, and sit outside where I used to smoke with my iPad and read everyone's posts. I can't stand feeling shut inside and like to have my coffee outside. I use a stylus, which is about the same size as a cigarette was, gives me something to do with my hands. I didn't consciously plan any of this but it works! Only problem is how many times I've hit the good old "buy it now" button on eBay...... All the best with quitting, keep posting.
Thanks guys, thats a great idea and I've started to go sit outside with the iPad and a drink. It seems silly to avoid my patio,I've the last 6 months making it beautiful!! Will invest in a stylus I think!! Anything that helps!!