On another thread - CPK posted some questions that she had for Old Phartes...
1) What was the hardest month in your quit, and why?
The month before I quit. I was so scared.
2) What was the best month in your quit, and why?
Every month has had its moments. Life still keeps getting better. BUT - how I feel is, at the end of the day, a choice.
3) Did certain foods increase thoughts about smoking?
Nope
4) Did you experience anxiety that you thought was related
to not smoking? How did you handle it?
Yes. I obeyed the Sarge. "Embrace the Suck". I explored these feelings.
5) How long did it take you to lose pounds gained while quitting?
I lost weight while quitting. But I used walking as a distraction, not snacking.
6) Did your sleep patterns change after you quit smoking?
Yes. For about 4/5 months. Then settled down.
7) At what month did you 100% feel you were forever done with smoking?
Ummm...not sure. Very gradually.
8) What worked best in the early months that you still do?
Walk. Drink water. Laugh.
9) Did you experience depression you thought was related
to not smoking? How did you handle it?
No.
10) If over a year quit, why do you continue to visit and post on QT?
To try to help where I can. To laugh. And cos I love lots of people here.
11) When was the last time you had a smoking dream/smokes dream?
None after 9 months or so I think.
12) What is the very best thing that has happened to you since
doing the sticky quit?
The feeling of liberation - of control of my own destiny.
That's this old Pharte's gas....
What does yours smell like?