3 and a half years
Just on 3 1/2 years quit and still can’t quite believe I did it after 53 years of self and family abuse.
Yes the early months were difficult but once my mind engaged in quitting 100% then things got easier.
There are numerous ways of quitting but I took a selfie of myself smoking my last cigarette and went totally cold turkey. Still got that selfie as a reminder.
Benefits as below
Cough totally gone and no wheezing
Clothes smell pretty good all day
Saved a fortune
Built a studio flat in my garage ( not bad at 70)
Won respect of my wife and 2 sons
Had green brown and yellow stains removed off teeth
No yellow and brown stains on fingers
Breath smells normal
Self respect intact
Don’t have to sneak out in rain and cold for quickie
Saved Thousands
Conjunctivitis cleared up
No midnight trips to all night garage
Lung function improved
Cheaper insurance
Walk 2 miles a day without panting
The list goes on and on
Caviat. One ciggy puts me back to square one ( snakes and ladders )
Thanks icanquit.
Congrats Dobbins on managing to avoid #34 on the board. I am proud of myself for quitting 110 days now, something I never ever thought i would or could do. I can't imagine how fantastic you must feel after 3 years, so again my adoration and envy.
Yes, anyone can quit smoking, even if they start out for secondary motives. Finances, health and other very good reasons (your list hits plenty). Even the best reasons to quit don't make us 100% on board. It is a habit that has been a part of us for decades, not to mention an actual substance addiction. As long as people feel deprived instead of understanding it did nothing for them, and stop "missing their friend" they will crave. Once accepting with their "hearts" as well as wise minds will they truly be free. Embrace being a non-smoker and to being free!
Hi Dobbin. Great to see you return to remind all that it can be done. Your enthusiasm for your new life is very evident. May this inspire others to follow your lead. And am still 100 days the difference. Not ahead... We know it is not a race. We just know we must pinch ourselves when we have something so important to celebrate, however briefly.
(Caviat. One ciggy puts me back to square one ( snakes and ladders ))
Snakes and ladders is a good analogy. Most addictions are all or nothing.
I am about to be free of the addiction once more congratulations on your success and thanks for checking in and sharing