Today's the day.?

Question

I quit smoking..
Any words of wisdom?
or advice..
would be appreciated..

Thanks for all the kind words..I'll keep you guys posted..

Answer 1

I quit about 2 years ago after smoking better than a pack a day for more than 30 years. I found that the drugs, patches, and such are not as much help as realizing you have control over what you do. Another thing was to think, when ever I had the urge to smoke, that it will be gone in a minute or so but I will not be and I don't want to live from urge to urge.

Strangely, the thought of avoiding ill health did not have as much affect as the thoughts of gaining self control. I think that was (is) true because quitting is purely a mental game after the first three days, when you are clear and over the nicotine addition.

You can do it. Get a partner and share feelings or whatever. In the end it is up to you. I wish you speed and Great Courage.

Answer 2

GREAT!!! Don't give up no matter how hard it may be. If others can do it, so can YOU!!Here's some info about quiting that I found on yahoo...hope this helps alittle. Most people have cravings and slip while trying to quit...so this offers some suggestions as to what to do when that happens..

Cravings are the most reported reason for starting smoking again. When you are faced with a strong temptation to smoke:

1.Recognize the many health benefits you enjoy since you quit smoking.

2.Avoid thinking that "one cigarette won't hurt me." It is highly
unlikely that one cigarette will be enough. Usually it only "primes the pump" and makes you want more.

3.Remember how hard it was to quit, and realize that you don't want to face that struggle again.

Avoiding slips is best, but if you do slip, it's important to respond to your actions carefully. A slip is not a relapse, but if you are not prepared, it can lead to a relapse. After a slip, consider the following:

1.Recognize the slip for what it is—a brief return to an old
behavior, an action that says nothing about future behavior. You do not become a person who smokes again after one or several slips.

2.Slips are not signs of failure. Make sure that you don't give up completely on your efforts to quit.

3.Talk with one of your support people, such as a family member, another person who has quit, or your doctor.

4.Make cigarettes hard to get. Don't buy a pack. Don't go places where it is easy to get one from someone else.

5.Don't let yourself have another cigarette for at least 2 hours. Then decide if you really need it.Review your smoking journal or your list of reasons to quit, then decide to take control again.

6.Remember past situations in which you showed strength, and see yourself as a strong, capable person who has already come far.

Answer 3

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!! I smoked for 47 years. I quit in Jan 2000. I found it helpful if I stayed busy doing something I liked. Everytime I thought about smoking I'd just say to myself "hey, you don't smoke" and get busy doing something. One of the best days was about 3 days later when a friend asked me for a cig. I smiled about 3 feet wide and said "sorry, I don't smoke" YEA!!!! It was a lot easier than I thought it would be. Once you get past the first few days, you find yourself thinking less and less about it. Now I can't stand to be around someone who is smoking. I feel better, I breathe better and I smell much better. BEST OF LUCK!!!!!! If I can do it, anybody can. And I know you can. Let us know how you are doing. It helps to brag.

Answer 4

Just remember the first few days are the toughest..
Hand In though some days will be wicked..
I quit 15 yrs ago so I understand I started walking more especially after dinner..

Answer 5

Stay active and get plenty of exercise.It will help you from gaining weight. It's really hard,but give it about a week and you'll start to feel better.Don't give up if you backslide. Keep gum and mints around.If I can quit smoking,so can you. You can do it. Good luck. :o)

Answer 6

have a pack of chewing gums, try not to drink coffee :) and try eat aubergine.. aubergine has nicotine inside. so that you can take your daily nicotine from that vegetable. it is really good. and also do sports!!! you can see that your breath is getting better and better and that makes you feel good! and one of the most important thing is, try not to be with friends who smokes a lot :) and say that your house is non-smoke house.. friends are the most influence to start smoking.. :) gooood luck.. best wishes..

Answer 7

When you get a craving for one, snack on a carrot or something. Or go ror a walk. This will get your mind off a smoke. Good luck to you.

Answer 8

yes, just remember the 1st 2 weeks are the hardest, if you can get through that you've got it made.......and... don't ever smoke even one again, i did after 10 years, and now i'm at 2 packs a day...... but you can do it if you lay 'em down...... for good...... and good luck!......

Answer 9

great! don't u start smoking again....oh and take lots and lots of showers i hear that helps (i have no idea how but the this lady in this show said so....) =) good luck!

Answer 10

You got some awesome advice!! You got a lot of support-If I can add somthing.You start kicking BUTT's ;-) Good luck and you can do it!