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

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I just saw this . Hope you made it over the hump . Making a decision while smoking a cigarette , feeling ill , 🍹 drinking , angry , sad etc is not the best time to make decisions . I've heard it said to give yourself a couple of choices then give yourself a limited time to choose one so you aren't stressed all day and then stick with the decision you made and follow through . In other words make it and let it go . Don't doubt go with the flow . We smoke mainly as part of a reaction to something . Your thoughts are turning to smoking as being a solution , , smoking isn't the solution , its a cry for relief , cry for the answer , or a cry because of uncertainty . Decision making is not a strong point for many of us myself included but if you make a constant , committed and firm decision not to smoke then you can make a decision in other things as well . It gets easier too . Not smoking is always a good decision . Will you or I always make the right decision in other circumstances maybe not but from each one we learn and in most cases everything really does turn out for good . Good job @Linda deciding to post , not smoke .

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I avoided alcohol when I first quit smoking, then decided to give up the booze for good. Haven't had a drink or a smoke in over five years. I guess you could say I went on a reverse bender, quit everything over the span of a couple of weeks. The only thing I've ever done in moderation is moderation.

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Turn your processor off every now and again, Let the world solve its own problems for a bit. Load up on Loving happy memories, run, swim, jog swing, play or just relax. step back and shift your self into low gear. There will always be world problems to solve, but one day you are going to look up and your kids will be grown that restraunt you always said "we need to go to" is now closed or the one you really wanted to say I love you to is gone. Your Emotional, Mental and physical health should be #1 on your list

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Looking at the weather radar. That big storm they warned us was rolling in this afternoon has turned out to be little more than a light drizzle. I think the damage is going to be minimal...

Ever since Jo explained what "rooting" means in Australia, I've not been able to use that phrase without laughing. Good luck in the big soccer game tonight England.

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Huge Footy Match tonight .... Last time England lifted this Trophy was 1966.... Come On England .!!!!!

Do you think that's why rednecks get shit faced on moonshine?

Actually, I knew what you meant. For me, it’s both the game and the men. I love sports and am fairly athletic.I am also super competitive!

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

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Yes Elsa was not a big deal here the other day, either. When it came up the coast we were at the Jersey shore. We did have a nice thunderstorm, which J enjoyed. We don’t really have those in CA. Very rare, there. Enjoyed the Wimbledon men’s final! A threepeat for Novak Djokovic! I love to watch the men play…. Go figure!😂

I hope England beats Italy, as well, and I have an Italian last name, courtesy of my late husband.

Swam 2000 meters this morning and have an afternoon run scheduled as well This week I started a 16 week training plan- 2 workouts per day x 6 days week. Mondays are my rest days. Finally a reason to look forward to Mondays!!

I'll be rooting for you guys @Doreensfree! 😘

Its ok if you fall down and lose your spark just make sure that when you get back up you rise as the whole damm fire

Ok I missed this post but first WELCOME on board! Cycling- I love to cycle and believe it or not cycling was one of the reasons I quit smoking. They just dont mix. Clipless pedals you can adjust the tension to make it easier to pop out of them FYI. Consistency is key- ride often it becomes very enjoyable!! Alcohol isn't a bad thing, but over drinking is. Personally i'd rather eat a THC edible

Interestingly, I used to party very hard in my youth. If you could smoke it, or swallow it, I was in. Marriage and children changed all that to occasional parting. For awhile, after my divorce in 1998, I was partying hard again, in every sense of the word: “wine, men and song”, and occasionally drugs, as well. It got out of hand, to the point where I joined a 12 step group. I got my act together and have not partied to excess since. I am so strong willed, that I can control my intake and just drink socially, and only occasionally. When I do, I have 2 or 3 drinks max. Since I quit smoking, I have avoided alcohol completely, just in case it would become a trigger. The one year challenge is interesting. I did read somewhere that people who don’t drink at all have shorter life spans than social drinkers. Something to think about….

One or two drinks a day is totally acceptable here, @Kat. During the weekends often more than one. With friends, family - always been like that. I really enjoy a good red wine, i geek out on craft beer. I simply cant remember the last time i went for a drink with someone and ordered a soda, instead of alcohol (or coffee). A dear friend pointed out that alcohol is a depressant. Its weird how i work through things in my life but never seriously looked at my alcohol consumption. Ive always managed to keep it in the background, not paying too much attention. As so many others, I'm sure. My mind is wandering off... What if I.... took on the one year challenge? Wow. Should be doable. Ahhhhh. @Boohow did that work out for you, did you make a firm resolution not to drink anymore or just gradually grew into the idea of quitting altogether? First things first though, lets get to the end of this month. 💪

Safe travels Doreen. Say hello to Groundskeeper Willie for me.

Ready? Maybe we should have used plastic glasses?

@d2e8b8 Thank you for the kind words!!! It is true I have made many dear friends here!!

Interesting post. I have avoided alcohol since before I quit smoking. I never drink much, but don’t like it, if my senses are altered, even a little bit. I think I need to be in control. Not sure that’s a good thing.

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Day 11, said my I am sober app this morning. I felt proud - sh*t. Why am I proud for not drinking eleven days? Does that mean I generally drink more than I want to admit? Makes you think. Anyway. Glowing skin and unintended weight loss don’t lie. I like my clearer mind, it gives me more perspective on the past months. I suspect it will also bring up some things I’d tucked away. But, let’s get it on with. On another bright side: ginger cordial lemon capsicum juice is the best! Gives you that lovely sharp hit, when sobriety just seems too ... well behaved and tedious. Skoll!

I love reading your posts. Keep posting. They are definitely helpful! Thank you for your honesty above all else!

You could have fooled me. Your English is fine! Don’t be afraid to comment in other threads. That is just silly. We are all friends here. Play our games with us. Have some fun. Lighten up, just don’t light up….😉

I hope that you enjoy your trip Doreen! 🤗

The universe is saying to you today let go of attachments to old memories release what needs releasing and enjoy life don't be a prisoner of your past be a creator of your future starting now

Congratulations @Katgirl You are doing awesome!