I came across some herbal remedies and was curious if anyone has ever tried any? I was hoping to find something like Champix that helped block the dopamine sensors, and took the enjoyment out of smoking for the 3 days cold turkey, but only after successfully altering the psychological and behavioral habits (90%) first. Lobellia, or Indian Tobacco sounds promising, but unstudied . I don't see ...

I just found a site that deals with the psychological aspect for those having difficulties with that part of the journey. I just signed up for this free course to see what it was about and they sent me the first lesson which was to simply see when i smoked and under what circumstances. I guess they will send me another lesson tomorrow. I will follow it and learn what i can although i am n...

I had not tried quitting for decades. Then i had no idea how to go about it. Cutting down and will power did not work 35 years ago . The patch and Zyban were both just a prescription with no help lines or psychological advice. The most helpful in my quit was the quit line i first used. (this one is much better)It had so many success stories and friendly support that it gave me the confidence ...

There are so many fabulous stories here to follow and take advice from. The responses can be just as valuable. I enjoy reading them and i know others do as well. Sometimes, they are hard to follow. Sometimes even in the end, the path taken or method is unclear. I think it may be helpful to others to know so that they can make a decision that is right for them , and have something to follow an...

So many newcomers lately. Some read the posts and are excited by the mindset they are learning. They are off to a great start, and i am sure they will succeed. However, many put in an appearance and just leave quietly i think, disappointed and feeling dejected. I do try to be optimistic in my posts to encourage, but obviously some just do not grasp the concepts, despite their trying. You are ...

No matter what method your choose. The biggest factor is the Want to quit smoking. The American Cancer Society and Verywell both claim that NRT's do work but have significantly better chances of success and keeping quit if used in conjunction with counselling. It also realizes that it does not address the psychological aspect of quitting. (This also applies to Champix, although not nicotine base...

Like planning dinner, the worst part is wondering what to make. Doing the rest is easy in comparison. First there are the choices, beef, chicken , fish or pork? Then factors involved (too long to thaw, too hot to cook, too heavy, its at the bottom of the freezer. Maybe you are missing an ingredient. Once you have made a decision and have the ingredients you need you can see it to its compl...

Great reviews for the book. One review does say the printing is small. (He has added a few points to his first book "Easy Way"which is excellent as well.Read the reviews. I have posted both. If you are having difficulties, need re-inforcement or heck reward yourself early for taking the effort to even learn about the steps to quit. i.e. coming to this help group. Spend less than a weeks wor...

Nicotine was the trap, like fruit flies to in the vinegar bottle, they get lured in, but can't get out again. Once the nicotine poisoned the mind it is constantly at war with the other part of our brain that says "you know the truth, why do you keep burying your head in the sand?) Why? FEAR. What Fear? fear of dying? No... no... no... We are not afraid of dying, we are afraid to see the truth. ...

Others have had slips, and i am not invulnerable. I do know this, especially since i had such an easy quit in comparison to others. We all deserve our just reward for believing and trying. We tried whether we succeed long term or not. I choose to believe i will. I am here everyday to see how easy i had it, and to encourage others, and hope that others can find their way with guidance. It is my w...