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G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min Hour Day as required!)

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Congratulations MAC!!! 1/2 year of Freedom is Awesome! Thanks for your support & great job spanking Chicks & Sticks

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Huge Congratulations to Our Mac .... Wow! 6 Months already .... Your a massive part of the Train ...Always supportive to all here ... It's been fun travelling along side with you ..... (Except for you posting far too many numbers) Your halfway to the Lido Party ...it's all uphill from here .. I'm Proud of you ...

Welcome aboard Chris. How to start a quit...you ash out that last cigarette and commit to never smoking another one. The process of quitting is challenging, but the process could not be more simple. You don't have to do anything. You simply refrain from smoking. This simple process will not only set you free from nicotine addiction, but will have a positive impact on many aspects of your life. You have made a great decision for yourself. Buckle up, knuckle down, and drive on.

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Congratulations on 6 months Mac, you are such a huge supporter here I hope you take today just for yourself.

Why is it needed...? There you go.

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Congrats on your big day. Half way to the Lido Deck! WOW!!

Wowie...six months is great Mac! Isn't it wonderful to be free at last? A great big congratulations to you!!!

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Congratulations on half a year smoke free, Mac! You are doing great!

9 - wrap it around the base of ya 'stick' to increase its size and prolong its happy state (its an old male stripper trick.....How do t they keep it looking big, they tie it off) (How many blokes just crossed their legs)

We take it one day at a time ...our brains can be our worst enemies ..... We have a daily NOPE thread ....it can be a powerful tool....it's a Promise to yourself you don't smoke for the next 24 hours...you will be surprised how fast the days pass... I got up every morning and the first thing I did was pledge ....wow did I feel proud ... No way would I go back on that promise to me and the board ...

Welcome Chris, You have just decided to be a non smoker, Congratulations. Find yourself a seat and enjoy the ride. There's a lot of helpful articles and videos here to help you in your quit. We are all here for you as well to help support you all the way. All that remains for you to commit to quitting. You got his Chris.

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Hello all. I'm looking for advice on how to take the first step to stop, even though I still love to smoke. This is hard for me, but I know it's needed. All input is so very much appreciated.

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The suspense is going to kill me!

I am packing for my drive down to Ocean City, Maryland tomorrow! Staying at a place right on the beach for a few days and have no plans other than to explore the boardwalk there and visit Assateague Island (known for its wild ponies). This has been in the back of my mind since I read the book "Misty of Chincoteague" by Marguerite Henry when I was about 8 yrs old...someday I will go to that place! That day has arrived! If you were wondering....yes, I am meeting up with my BF and we will stay at a nice hotel right on the beach! It's a 5 hour drive for me, a 10 hour drive for him!! Hmmm...are things ratcheting up between us? Stay tuned......

Thank you both!!!!!!! I rested today and just kinda lazed around. My hubby is so supportive! Im feeling a bit better now. Making tacos for dinner! Nice comfort food.

Amyen123, Jillar is right. We all have moments like this but they don`t last forever and every time you beat it back you will be stronger and your resolve to quit will be also. Stay strong and stay close to the board. S.O.S if need be. Don`t let this beat you. You can do this. Best wishes.

A hearty congratulations on the half year quit Mac! Best wishes.

3. I used to use them to unclog my weed pipe

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3. Save them up to make a rubber band ball Fun fact: I had one the size of a softball

Thank you all. I'm really glad I've joined you this group. I need all of your wisdom, shit it's hard. I am going to try. Thank you, thank you all.

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Thought I'd join in with this with my newly-discovered joy of cooking healthy meals. This takes 20 mins, fish (cod or tilapia) is roasted in an oven along with the grape tomatoes, both with fresh parsley, garlic and a little oil or lemon butter. Mushrooms sautéed in a pan with onions and garlic and broccoli steamed.

The breathing exercise mentioned by Nancy worked and continue to work for myself. Helps to slow down sometimes and just feel the power of breathing. All sorts of things you can explore. Keep positive and one day at a time. Best wishes.

Walking IS a great idea. I will try that. Congrats on being 7 weeks smoke free! I cannot wait until I can say that!

I walked a lot! And took a lot of showers (you can't smoke in the shower) An important thing I learned is that you still need to take breaks....just walk instead of smoke! And if you feel a panic attack coming on: Breathe in slowly through your nose for a count of four. Hold your breath for a count of four. Exhale slowly through your mouth for a count of four. Hold for a count of four. Repeat 3-5 times, visualizing each number as you count.

Welcome to the site, Amyen. You care doing a great thing with quitting smoking. I made it a point to try to focus on positive changes I was noticing as my quit progressed instead of dwelling over what I felt I was missing by not smoking. With time, you will see that you are really not missing anything good by quitting smoking. Everything that comes with smoking is bad, whether it be diseases (which there are many), the financial cost, missing out on things by always ducking out for a smoke break, that horrible smell, etc. etc. etc. Everything that comes with quitting is positive. You will notice many great changes the longer you go smoke free. It may be rough early on but it is worth the freedom you gain by quitting for good.