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Just for today ....I won't stick anything in my mouth and set fire to it !!!!......NOPE !!!!!

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^^^ Good stuff JKPK Stick with the NOPE!

Gotta say NOPE today! 36 HOURS SMOKE FREE!

I know it is silly but I feel excited and proud of myself for making it through the first day and nobody died!!!! LOL. My wife is quitting along with me but she is doing her own thing to make it. I am just happy to say I am on Day 2 without a cigarette.

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I feel fine, just can't sleep. cravings are easy to deal with, and only last a few seconds to a few minutes. A bit of brain fog. Mild restlessness. No irritability or anything like that. I thought I would be fighting cravings every second, and be tense nonstop. But no, it's much easier than I thought it would be so far.

For Day 2 I say NOPE!!!!!

Nope not today

Yes I have started the cleaning too. You are so right about the nervousness part. I didn't have it the day before but it was definately there yesterday and to some degree today. I just love all of the support I am getting here. It has helped me more than anything else. Still not using any aids and staying strong.

1 well.... he’s back! ? time to shut you chicks down again....

I declare a sticks win for the gangbang performance and obvious cheating. Yeah sticks

I quit 38 hours ago, not a long time, but LONG for me im using nicotrol inhaler

Day 2 of my quit. Last night was a bit rough. I could feel myself getting irritated with stupid stuff. Today's focus is going to be not letting things irritate me as much. A week ago I was not easily irritated so I want to go back to that person. I feel good about myself. I know this is what I want to do. I have to remind myself that I am not suffering any kind of loss by not smoking. And I love what I read on someone's blog today "stop the craving early by telling yourself it is not an option and move on to something else." That is what will carry me through this first week.

As reciprocity said, yes the early milestones ARE a big deal because the early days are the hardest. The further you get into a "quit", the less any one day really matters. Wait til you get to day seven, an entire WEEK, you are going to be super proud. Like "Wow, now we are talking weeks instead of days!" For you, day three is coming, which is the day all nicotine is gone from your system. I would say that is probably the biggest milestone. In your cleaning, destroy all tobacco products, get rid of ash trays, and anything smoking related. MAYBE hang onto a lighter or two as they are practical tools more than they are smoking tools. with ditching the cigs and ash trays, yeah you might think "what if..." but no, time to get serious about quitting. Plus if you have NO cigs around, it will be less convenient when the hardest craves hit. If they are there, you just pick it up quickly. To be honest, NOT having smokes laying around is the only reason I managed to "keep my quit" early on. Yeah, just try not to be one of those people here who relapses every few days. I mean screw that. If we give in to the cigarettes, I would think future quits would be harder because our nervousness of not being able to quit was affirmed. Not using aids - That is actually best because stop-smoking meds just prolong the suffering AND are probably not cheap. Use that money instead for extra groceries for when you start to enjoy food again. Oh yes, taste and smell come back strong. Your gut will say, "Now it's my turn!" Just do not get hooked on soda, THAT addiction is harder to break than tobacco/nicotine. Of course as we reach milestones in our quit, we wonder if it is even a good idea to mention them since people post photos of things like fat men in leotards dancing, or a fat drag queen with more makeup than Tammy Fay Baker holding a cake, or other "less than sexy" photos. Funny unless you are trying to eat and happen upon them.

I agree, those early milestones are THE BEST!! Celebrate them and feel proud. It's a BIG DEAL!!! http://

As I was a big knitter in the past..it a great way to pass the time calm you down...and very rewarding...just sayin !!!!.I'm sorry I carnt help in other ways !!!!

Uh-oh...

If your therapist isn’t helping and suggests knitting (which in some ways isn’t a bad idea- keeps your hands busy) maybe you would want to think about asking for a referral to/finding a therapist who is knowledgeable and experienced in working with clients with your diagnosis. Just a thought.

I think he's gone off...to be alone ...and practice his counting skills !!!!!

Every day is a victory but the first day is the biggest of all no matter the length of your quit. Be proud!

The early milestones (day, week, month) are so much more significant than the years in my opinion. That's when the toughest battles take place and the victories are sweeter. You should feel proud Edie. And we're all proud of you too.

Good for you!! Two days is a wonderful accomplishment!!

It is not silly to be proud of making it through your first day. No one has ever quit for a year or a decade who didn't have to get through day one first. Here are a few pages related to this issue: http://whyquit.com/joels-videos/be-proud-that-you-quit-smoking/ http://whyquit.com/joels-videos/i-will-not-smoke-today/ http://whyquit.com/joels-videos/one-day-at-a-time/ As far as for quitting at the same time as your wife, check out these resources: http://whyquit.com/joels-videos/the-pitfalls-of-forming-a-buddy-system-to-quit-smoking/ Bottom line is that you can quit at the same time as a spouse, significant other or friend, just not feel that your success is contingent on her quit. She should be working with the same premise. One more thing. I am not sure what you mean when you say your wife is doing her own thing. Many times when someone says this kind of comment on an online support group they are feeling a bit worried because the other person quitting isn't willing to use the site. Check out the page http://whyquit.com/joels-videos/are-people-doomed-to-fail-if-they-dont-get-professional-help-to-quit-smoking/ for it addresses this specific issue.

I plan to by a book when I'm quit for a month

^^ Good stuff Edie Stick with the NOPE! It will pay off big time.

Guy is so dumb ....he thinks this is the party... back away from the brownies.

Well done. Don’t forget to reward yourself. Nobody else will

I'm calling Bakon and his squad. Seems there may have been some criminality involved in this recent "win"? OO

Keep up the good work Lisa! You'll be smashing that goal before you know it. Ran this mountain trail on Monday. 7.7 ml. Elevation gain 2263 ft. Great day!

Edie, that cigarette you are thinking about smoking is NOT your best friend. It stinks and that rubs off on you. It makes you cough and wakes you up at night. You have control over cigarettes, they do not have control over you. DON'T SMOKE!! Sincerely, Edie

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My name is Edie and I have been a smoker for the better part of 46 years. I have attempted to quit many times before but I am doing things differently this time. 1. I am doing this cold turkey. I have read from many people that if you really want to quit for good this is the way to go. 2. I am using this support group. I have never done anything like this before and I am hoping that it will help with the urges. and 3. I have let those around me know what I am doing. I feel like by telling people in my circle I will be more accountable to them and won't want to let anyone down. I guess that is it for now.

7 hey Boo Happy New Year!

Welcome aboard Edie and congratulations on choosing to take back your life. Commitment, education, and support...you have laid the foundation for a rock solid quit. Good call.

That's it. 1 Day at a time. It does get easier down the road a little although you hardly know it's happening because the transition is very slow. And yes, smoking is not an option because .... you're a Non-Smoker now Don't sweat the quit symptoms too much. They will ALL smooth out soon enough. Keep your focus on the BIG prize!

Are you sure that your were not looking at your mouth in the mirror?

You rock Ds. You are a inspiration on several levels.

Every day smoke free...is worth a happy dance...

So far so good! A new year somehow feels different...like a new beginning...so I’m making new goals & starting the rest of my life....smoke free.

About 10/15 ºC here in Portugal. Not too cold, but sucks nonless. I miss summer...

Our resident doggie Chrispy is going to be 5 Years Quit this Saturday Jan. 6, 2018! Put on your dancing shoes and lift a glass or two - time to PARTY!!

F— yes Chrispy!!!

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im here, chucking fairy dust all over the place

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Thank you! I wish that I was around to offer support more than I am. I do want to say this to newbies and others who are perusing the boards and considering quitting. Four years ago, I was a 3 pack a day smoker, I was in and out of the hospital. I couldn't walk down a flight steps without being severely winded. I wanted desperately to quit smoking but didn't know where to begin, or how to make it stick (I had many failed attempts under my belt). I started reading a quit smoking board and admired all of the quitters who had months, weeks, and even days under their belts. I happened upon a thread of a member whose wrote so eloquently, only to find out that he had just passed away (the day before) from lung cancer. The members of the board were mourning and genuinely cared about this person who they have never even met. That spoke to me. I created a membership and set my quit date to be January 1st. Well, I had finished the pack that was supposed to last until the new year and decided NOT to go to the store but to start early. I made my first post and that is where my journey began. It wasn't easy, there were rough spots, and times I questioned my decision. Every time I thought that I was going to fail I came to the board and leaned on the members, they held me up and supported me. They are the key to this success. People who have been where I was, and who are where I was at the moment. This place is the key to success. Fast forward to now --Four years later I lost a hundred pounds, I run races, I am in nursing school, and I have genuine friends here. This one decision has made such a positive impact on my life. I urge that if you are thinking about quitting, do it, take the plunge, it is worth it! The Quit Train has so many members who are here for you and want you to succeed.