Stressed

[Linda]

Yesterday was not a great day as I said. Had some news that had me stressed and worried. Smoking was the first thing that comes to my mind.it was always my go to when I was upset. Have to deal with it some other way. Reached out to a friend and that did help talking about it but it is not easy sometimes

[Mee]

So sorry for the stressful news Linda.  In the early days of our quits, it is hard not to reach out to our addiction to calm our difficulties.    Just keep praising yourself for powering through them so far.   You have quit smoking, which is an unbelievably difficult task.  Eventually the picture will all fall into focus and you will see that the unpleasantries in life are nothing compared to consequences of feeding our addictions.   

[jillar]

Hi Linda, sorry you're stressing. What I would do is keep telling myself that nonsmokers don't crave a smoke when they're stressed. And I used my JAC a lot the first six months!

Hope you feel better tomorrow

[JH63]

@Linda I hope the situation that is causing your stress works itself out as soon as possible. Going back to smoking won't help, even if that nicotine monster is telling you it will.

I'm glad you are here and I wish you Luck!  

[IQ4me]

Hi @Linda You got this, I believe in you. Have a good one!!

[Doreensfree]

Well done for staying strong ....that's a big battle won ....

[Mac#23]

Way to go Linda. Stick with it because you are building a stronger quit everyday. Just keep reminding yourself daily that you deserve a happier and healthier life.

[Angeleek]

Hey Linda it's great you posted to help you work through it.  Stick to your guns and keep that quit! You'll come out stronger in the end. All the best!