No thank you
I didn't intend to post again until I hit the 2 week mark but I feel like a couple of you have truly taken me under your wing and I'm so grateful for that and wanted you to know that I'm still succeeding thanks to your help. So here it is...
Today I did my groceries it's the first time I've been to a retailer that sells cigarettes since I quit. I paid for my groceries and the lady behind the smoke counter was just standing there waiting for me (I'm a creature of habit and routine and that would normally have been my next stop) she made eye contact so I said hello, she told me that her husband got his promotion and I congratulated her, I told her that I had to get going, she had the smokes already rung up and waiting on the counter, I said to her, no thank you I don't smoke anymore, and I left.
I won't lie I was tempted, but I said no. I didn't believe you all when you said it gets easier but it truly does. I have had a couple of really good days in a row now and that sense of pride and accomplishment is really starting to seep in. I love that when people stand close I'm not worrying about how I smell and I've noticed my kids don't get as out of hand behaviourally because I'm always there to diffuse the situation before it becomes a catastrophic disaster.
Thanks every one. I can't wait to hit my 2 week mark. ❤️
I am so glad you posted Kirk88. Its a great thrill to hear of your sucess at that tempting moment. We are creatures of habit and when you realize you have just broken that nasty habit you do feel a sense of pride in yourself. This will grow too and believe me when I say that pride and self esteem shows in your face and posture. I had many remarks on how well I looked.
You have done so well and I am so so proud of you.
Well Thank You for Sharing. I think you have turned the corner because your post is starting to ring with happy notes. I am glad you are reaping benefits that make you happy and give you reason to continue on this mission that you were once unsure that you could do. That is the difference between success and failure, easy and hard. You are past the worst and have proven to yourself that you can do this and so you will.
Kirk88, That's a real accomplishment to turn down smokes when your desire for smokes is still there. Well done. You definitely ought to reward yourself.
Amazing job at the cigarette counter. I can afford foods like bananas, avocados and mangos. When my husband and I shared a small packet of rolling tobacco every two or three days I couldn't afford anything but rolled oats and brown rice. I am now healthy enough to walk to our shop with a big backpack.
well done Kirk. I too, went to the shops yesterday to do my shopping. Im only on day two a no smoker. i found myself buying watermelon and rockmelon to pick on thru those relaxing times when smoking was a blessing. Ive just returned from China and bought home some A grade green tea, so that is another replacement of my normal. I ate breakfast and lunch yesterday too for the first time in 30+ years. Its very early days for me too.
You are an inspiration. You must feel so strong. I'm on Day 1. I'm feeling really down. I feel weak and pathetic.
7 days smoke free very proud of myself for being in control, not smoking controlling me. Have my moments but just talk to myself to get through
I am trying my best to quit smoking & I thought being a Australia Day would be a good start to my journey to be smoke free.. I had a couple of beers & half of a smoke, while I was sitting outside near the Bbq & the other half later. Still hoping to see light at the end of the tunnel. Your comments inspire me, keep them going.
JD
Don't worry Pisces. You're strong and admirable for going through this and will get stronger yet. (Day 18)
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Hello, well done! I was wondering if you suffered any side effects from quitting smoking? I’m struggling and I’m on my first week xxx
for those struggling please read "the easy way to quit smoking" by allen carr. it's all you need. i use patches as well. feel great.