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NOPE - I don't smoke anymore.

Towards the end of my time as a smoker, I felt the same way about being ashamed and trying to somewhat hide it from people who knew I was a smoker. I can relate to the whole smoking in "peace" part as well but when you quit and slowly become more comfortable as a non-smoker, you will feel real peace. Getting to that point will take time and effort but believe me, life as a non-smoker is much more peaceful than constantly trying to find ways to hide it from people you know.

You can do this, efficacy. I smoked for 20 years and also had multiple short quit attempts. As time went on, fewer and fewer of my friends smoked so I see where you are coming from in talking about isolating yourself so you could smoke. I did the same thing. Life as a smoker really sucks. Joining a support group like this, learning about nicotine addiction, and reaching out for help was what finally helped me quit for good. There is a lot of support here and we all want to see you succeed. I'm not big on social media either but people here understand what someone trying to quit smoking is going through and can offer great support and advice. We've all been where you are at. Welcome aboard. It is good to have you here.

Congratulations Redemption!

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Welcome to QuitTrain, Jeff. Congratulations on almost 4 months smoke free. You are right about being one smoke away from the addiction again so you need to protect your quit at all costs. Reaching out for support is a great way to keep your quit and there is a lot of support here. It is great to have you here.

Awesome news for both of you, Dizzy. I'm glad you posted where when you were struggling. Do whatever you need to do to protect your quit.

Congratulations Gigi! 2 years smoke free is awesome!

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Congratulations @Phoebe2 on 5 years smoke free. Thanks for all the help and inspiration you have provided others through this time.

NOPE - I don't smoke anymore.

Congratulations MLMR! I'm glad you are doing so well in your quit!

NOPE - never again!

Congratulations on your quit, TocevoD as well as getting into running. I'm glad your quit has allowed you to look into other healthy lifestyle choices as well.

Great job, Kdad.

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Happy Easter!

NOPE - I don't smoke anymore. Happy Easter!

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Congratulations Tammy! You are doing great!