Struggling
I'm on day 8 today! And I couldn't be prouder, I finally am kicking a 10 year habbit. The cravings for the first few days were tough, but I found my Will power was stronger than I could have imagined.
But I'm so depressed and anxious. I'm crying all the time over nothing and I'm sure my family want to tell me to start again because they are sick of my mood. I feel uncontrollably emotional and down right misserable.
Has anyone else experienced this, or should I be concerned. I just hope it passes soon because I'm not sure how much longer I can take it.
I am the same. It's awful but I have bought a TV series and I make a pot of herbal tea and sit and watch an episode with my headphones on. It relaxes me and my family. Good luck with your journey.
Hang in there, do as missj says or (a)drink water (b)go for a quick fast walk
Well done for Day 8...don't give up or give in to cravings. We have all been there. I am just beginning week 4 after smoking for 50 years (I'm nearly 70yrs old)
if you are concerned go and have a talk to you doctor i am sure he/she could help anyway your emotions are all over the place so stay strong and all the best,
Im on day 8 and the emotions are all over the shop, I hate it, but I keep telling myself it will be worth it. Good luck and hang in there ;-)
Day 24 and have just been hit by the sadness , it's like I have just realised my "friend" won't be coming back ever. Lost in a black hole..... I'm assured it will disappear in the next week.
Bring back the sunshine :)
Day 24 and have just been hit by the sadness , it's like I have just realised my "friend" won't be coming back ever. Lost in a black hole..... I'm assured it will disappear in the next week.
Bring back the sunshine :)
Hi Mish43
You will go through tough times but they will get better every day trust me I smoked for 33 years and am 109 days smoke free and feel great, so hang in there stay positive and strong and keep posting and reading all the best
Oh wow! What a supportive community I have found. Thank you all for your wishes and posts. I am definitely feeling the love. Today has been the first ok day I have had and am hoping its a sign of things to come. I am also inspired and spurred on by all of your stories, thank you for sharing with me, it really does help :) The depressed feelings scare me the most because I suffered immensely with depression and it's like it has all come back to haunt me, like I'm 15 again.
BUT I had a good day, I laughed and smiled for the first time since quitting, and am focusing in that for now! Enjoying it while it lasts.
Thanks again peeps ;)
Congratulations, you are doing very well & I'm glad you had a great day and are starting to feel a little better. I'm day 8 & Aussie Day BBQ was a test yesterday as I was drinking lots all day & I asked if someone would walk with me to shop to buy smokes but luckily my partner said no & encouraged me not to buy them. It was one of those moments and I would of regretted it today. I've put on a kilo or so and eating lots but I know that will pass, just getting back taste buds. At least its healthier than smoking. I will go back to not drinking tomorrow too as I realise craving still very real right now especially when drinking. All the best on your journey keep your chin up lots of support here its great for all of us :)
Hi Mish, you still hanging in. Hope you are. Me on day 34, and doing better than I thought I could. Cravings all but gone.
Hang in there, it def gets better