363 days

I am approaching my one year anniversary , just 2 days to go. I didn't realise it until after dreaming that I smoked last night and the resulting anxiety followed by joy that it was just a dream I got to thinking about why now, after so long being off the smokes did I suddenly have that dream again. My sub conscious obviously realised I was reaching a milestone and kicked in to remind me.I very rarely even think about smoking these days, except to be so thankful that I have stopped especially when I am talking to someone who has just had a smoke and have tried to cover the smell with mints and body spray, just like I used to, but they still absolutely reek. Or times when I see a lone figure huddled in a corner away from the crowd trying to suck down their nicotine fix without being noticed by others who are able to,socialise freely without stigma. I know I probably sound like your typical quitter who has gone all anti smoking but that is far from the truth. I just never want to experience the sense of shame and disgust with myself that I felt then because I was addicted. I never want to go back to having to plan my days and life around how I was going to be able to fit a cigarette in. As far as cravings. I don't think I have had a true craving in the last 6 months. I have lost the 3 ish kg that I gained, didn't really diet to do it, it just seemed to be a natural,process as my body adjusted. I am incredibly grateful to the many people who posted stories on here, that kept me going in the early days.To those who are just starting . Baby steps.... Just think one day at a time and keep checking that counter and promising yourself that you will never let it go back to Day One.