I've given up smoking and I've turned into a raging demon, any cures?

Question

It's been nearly 5 weeks but I'm still very edgy and irritable - can smoking damage you nervous system. Anyone know of any homeopathic remedies which help - and please no stupid anwers like one bloke, who has no time for weak minded people - tell me then how come you started smoking?????

Answer 1

I gave up smoking 3 years ago. I had the same problem, I was really nasty tempered.

The reason for me was that when I smoked, it was an 'escape' and a tool I used to calm myself if stressed, part of the benefit was taking a moment out and taking deep breaths.

I found the solution for me was to have little breaks as I would when I smoked, but instead of having a cigarette, I would get a cup of coffee, sit quietly and take some deep breaths. Part of what you are missing is the ritual of smoking, create a new ritual and it will be suddenly much easier to cope.

Well done, and good luck for continuing success.

Answer 2

I smoked for 20 years, and quit 6 months ago. I was so B$#@Y that my dog was afraid to come near me! I still get cravings, but it's easier to conquer them...I grab a bottle of water, my ipod and throw on some sneakers and go for a walk...sometimes with my dog, sometimes alone. Hang in there....it gets easier. :)

Also, if you relapse or don't wanna go cold turkey, get your doctor to prescribe Zyban or one of its sister drugs, it's actually an antidepressant, but has the side effects of reduced nicotine cravings. Start taking it about a month before you prepare to quit, it will help a lot....

One more tip, If you do decide to have one last smoke after you quit...it WILL taste like your licking an ashtray!!!

Answer 3

have a cigarette!!! lol
nah i don't know lol
i found when i tried to give up i had the same problem and i was eating loads which made me put on weight so in the end started smoking agen!
have you tried those fake cigarette things???
probably don't work tho!!
try patches or gum or do something that clams you, think about when you were angry what did you do to calm down??/
and please don't say have a cigarrette cuz if that's the answer then i give up lol good luck ;) X

Answer 4

A doctor told me that the receptors that trigger a craving can only fire for forty seconds and then they stop. So a craving only lasts 40 seconds. Just remember when your sinking your teeth into the sofa arm it only lasts for forty seconds. By the way I stopped two years ago - Mint Imperials are my secret.

Answer 5

Yes, lots of water helps. Drink it at body temperature, NOT from the fridge. Try to avoid alcohol, coffee, tea, meat and fat for a few days. Eat a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables. If you can eat one day only white rice and fruit. I know it is drastic, but imagine what nicotine has done to your body.

Answer 6

I have no time for weak minded people, i quit 5 weeks ago no problem. As for side effects thats a myth,there are no such thing.

Answer 7

A coma ;-)
Anything that keeps you're mind off it. Or hypnotherapy which will make you hate smoking. Or there's a really good nasal spray if you want/need something immediate.

Answer 8

it depends if you stoped sudenly, because thats the mestake most people make you have to eaze off, not just suddenly, little by little. you a raging demon because your addicted and you body wants more but give it a little less then you usually do and continue redusing how much you smoke.

Answer 9

Time. You are going through with drawls. I have heard drinking lots of water helps. Not a bad idea since it's supposed to be good for you anyway and curbs your appetite.

Answer 10

I smoked for ten years, but when i gave up i found eating brazil nuts really helped. they containd a fatty acid which helps clean your body of impurities. try eating pineapple. thats really good aswell.the craving will soon pass. Dont give up & goodluck