New Here and Quitting!!!

[Nana20]

Hello everyone, my name is Nana. I have been smoking since I was 15 years I am now 41 years old so for 26 years I have smoked. At times I have been a heavy smoker and at times a moderate smoker. So there are many times that I have attempted to quit and not succeeded and there are a handful of successful quits, then relapse would happen. I use to tell myself that I can't quit. That I've never really succeeded to quit, so why even try. Then I started to think on it and realized that because the only way to  succeed is to never give up. So I talked to my doctor and we decided on Chantix and Burpropion. I started the Chantix last Friday

and once I get that in my system and if I need the Burpropion then I will start that. As to my reasons for quitting, Well they are many. For starters on March 24, 2020 my first Grandson was born. He is such a gem and a true inspiration to me and a very good reason as to why I want to quit. I also want to do it for myself. I want to live a healthier life. I want to be a non-smoker. Maybe not always, but more times than not. I think the only time I want to be a smoker is when I finally get the nerve and the strength up to try and quit. My inner demons are strong. My addiction to nicotine is strong. This will not be a easy fight, it will not go quietly. But I am stronger than my addiction I have raised 3 kids and lost both my parents. I have been through triumph. I have been diagnosed with Crohn's and Graves disease. I am still standing. I am the one everyone comes to to get advice. I know that I can be stronger than my addiction, I just have to remember that when I am in the throws of withdrawal. so for now I am going to go make some dinner take my evening Chantix pill and settle in for the night.

[Doreensfree]

Welcome again Nana....

Glad you found your way here ...we can help you reach your Freedom ....

Congratulations on your little grandson ....they are special ....

Quit now ...and he will never know his Nana was a smoker ....

The good news is ....Your no more addicted to nicotine any more than the rest of us were...

All you need is the will to succeed.....

Read and learn ,we have so much info here...videos to watch to get you on your way ...

Join in our daily NOPE ....it's a powerful tool ,to get you through each day ...

Stay close ..post often ...

[jillar]

Welcome again nana, you have a great new reason to quit for good so congratulations on both deciding to take back your freedom and your new grandson  

We have many members who successfully quit using Chantix so as long as you take it as recommended you will be one more success story

Most of us also felt like we couldn't quit smoking, it was just too hard until we did and now looking back we can say heck, that wasn't so gard! Was that first year miserable? For me yes but that doesn't mean you still can't succeed. 

We have lots of tips and tricks to help when things get sticky so please post whenever you feel you need some extra support of need to vent or just need the company..

[Mona]

Hi Nana,

 

Congratulations on your decision to quit smoking.  No, it is not easy but it can be done.  If you commit to your decision 100%, you can not fail.  To make it easier, learn as much as you can about nicotine addiction.  Doing that ruins you as a smoker.  It also helps to know your enemy as you go through the transformation to a non-smoker.  Best wishes to you and welcome!  

 

Mona

[Mac#23]

Welcome Nana,

I have also put this on another thread but in case you haven't read it I wanted you to at least have that chance. Remember you can do this and we will help.

 

  You have just took or are soon going to take the first step toward a better life. For those have quit before you know how this works. For the sake of the newbies this is going to be a hard but very manageable fight to beat the nicotine beast. You have all joined or rejoined one of the best support systems I have come across. I have just been through what most of you are going to go through. I have just celebrated 2 months smoke free today. A little about me. I smoked for over 37 years ranging from a half to a full pack a day for that duration. I finally decided when this covid19 started and I got a touch of pneumonia and one of my roommates died of the disease that i was done with the addiction. So, on April 4th, 2020 I smoked my last cigarette and haven't looked back. I not saying this is an easy process but if you are fully committed and put in the work it's totally manageable. Life as we know it is all about choices. Your commitment is about choosing to never smoke again. We will support and help you in everyway. Don't be afraid to ask for help no matter what. There are numerous articles and videos available to help make your transition and quit easier. This is all about the smart choices we make everyday. So, if you have already quit or are quitting soon  jump on the train and enjoy the journey to a better and healthier you. Be safe, make smart choices and remember the NOPE ( not one puff ever) pledge.

[Sazerac]

2 hours ago, Nana20 said:

Hello everyone, my name is Nana. I have been smoking since I was 15 years I am now 41 years old so for 26 years I have smoked. At times I have been a heavy smoker and at times a moderate smoker. So there are many times that I have attempted to quit and not succeeded and there are a handful of successful quits, then relapse would happen. I use to tell myself that I can't quit. That I've never really succeeded to quit, so why even try. Then I started to think on it and realized that because the only way to  succeed is to never give up. So I talked to my doctor and we decided on Chantix and Burpropion. I started the Chantix last Friday

and once I get that in my system and if I need the Burpropion then I will start that. As to my reasons for quitting, Well they are many. For starters on March 24, 2020 my first Grandson was born. He is such a gem and a true inspiration to me and a very good reason as to why I want to quit. I also want to do it for myself. I want to live a healthier life. I want to be a non-smoker. Maybe not always, but more times than not. I think the only time I want to be a smoker is when I finally get the nerve and the strength up to try and quit. My inner demons are strong. My addiction to nicotine is strong. This will not be a easy fight, it will not go quietly. But I am stronger than my addiction I have raised 3 kids and lost both my parents. I have been through triumph. I have been diagnosed with Crohn's and Graves disease. I am still standing. I am the one everyone comes to to get advice. I know that I can be stronger than my addiction, I just have to remember that when I am in the throws of withdrawal. so for now I am going to go make some dinner take my evening Chantix pill and settle in for the night.

 

 

Welcome, Nana.  You have all the reasons in the world to quit and you have the power to quit in your hands.

Quitting will help with all your other health issues also.

Have a look at this thread, it may help you navigate around

10 Ways To Effectively Use This Forum To Stop Using Nicotine

 

[Reciprocity]

Great choice Nana20! You will never regret setting out on the road to quitting, that I promise you. Yes, it's not easy. You will experience so many temptations and emotions it's hard to keep them all under control but if your commitment is steadfast, you WILL be successful. I don't even know how I made it through some days but you know what? I DID! You can too if you remain true to your vision and commitment. 

 

Sounds like you have been through a lot in life so far and quitting is no different. We all have to face the demons of our addiction when we chose to embark on this quit journey. You are NO different from us. It CAN be done! Let me ask you this, based on what you have already experienced in life .... What are the things you cherish most in your life? Did you have to endure hardships to have and protect those things? Of course you did! This is no different. Nothing worth having in life comes easy. Jump on the train and let all these other quitters help you along. We've all been there. We get it!

[beazel]

Welcome Nana!

 

We understand the commitment it takes to quit for good, so post often - we are here to help support you on your journey.

[Nana20]

Thank you everyone with the warm welcome. I am looking forward to the journey ahead. I might not always feel happy about the path I decided to take, but I know I will always be proud that I did. 

 

@Doreensfree I am so thankful that he won't remember that I was a smoker. I am also glad to have the support of people who know what it feels like to be quitting smoking.

 

@jillar Yes I know what you are saying as I remember from the last quit that last 6 months how I kept saying man this is easier than breathing, but I also remember that there were times when I went through it as well. That time I used message boards as well and it made the world of difference. So when I went out in search of one I browsed several including past ones and I found this one and I just felt more right with this one. So here I am.

 

@Mona Oh I am a 100% committed as I have the best motivation in the world. Because whenever I imagined myself as a grandparent, which I have done several times throughout my life. I always imagined grand-babies, lots and lots of grand-babies around me. So I am dedicated to making sure I am around for that. I also agree that knowledge is power and that you have to know your enemy in order to beat it.

 

@Mac#23 Congrats on being 2 months smoke free. I can understand what prompted your decision to quit. That is why I choose this group is because I really liked the educational post and I really could use the support. So thank you welcoming me with your story. It meant a lot. 

 

@Sazerac Thank you for the link. There is definitely a lot of information in there that I will have to check out in full length after I finish this post.  Also I agree the power to quit is in my hands. I tell people you can't force your decision on to other people. My DIL is constantly trying to force my son to quit smoking. It never works unless they want it. You have to want it for yourself. I hope your right that it will help health issues. 

 

@reciprocity Thank you for your kind words and your sound advice. 

 

@beazel Oh you can definitely count on my posting often. 

 

 

[Boo]

Welcome aboard Nana.

 

Commit the two rules for a successful quit to memory: (1) DON'T SMOKE!  (2) If you have any further questions refer back to rule #1.

 

It is a simple process that will reward you many times over.