Beer and smokers

[Linda]

Beer, pizza, and smokers and nice enough to be on outside patio not a good combo for someone who is trying not to smoke. Struggling with maybe just one. 

[jillar]

Linda, you already know what just one will do! Plus I'm pretty sure you're not going to because you posted about it. That shows us that you value yourself and your quit too much to throw it away!

[jillar]

Use your air cigarette if you have to to help with the crave or stay close and have your beer with me. I'm sick of drinking alone anyway

[Linda]

I know, but it seems really good to be out with friends after being cooped up and warm enough to be outside here in Michigan. Just sucks!!!

[Linda]

I know, but it seems really good to be out with friends after being cooped up and warm enough to be outside here in Michigan. Just sucks!!!

[johnny5]

I've been in this situation several times before.  Beer, with friends who smoke, while trying to quit smoking.  I had several short quits before quitting for good and alcohol was part of why I allowed myself to relapse.

 

You can enjoy situations like this WITHOUT smoking.  Trust me, if you light up, you will regret it.  Keep the quit, Linda.

[Linda]

Not sure about that value tonight!!!

[jillar]

You will be sure once you get back home and realize you've just gotten through a major trigger and now each one after that will be so much more easy! Trust us on this Linda  

[jillar]

How you doing @Linda? 

[Linda]

Still out ,not home I guess I'm into tortureing myself, but I need to stop drinking and go home or I will give in

[jillar]

Trust your gut, but well done girlfriend. I knew you could do it

[Linda]

Ok my friend brought me home ,so I'm drunk and smokeless. Thank you Jillar I did reach out earlier to a buddy on the train but you were the one you helped me out.

[jillar]

Yay! I'm really happy for you Linda, have a nice rest of your night

[Steven Drojensky]

Happy to hear you got through it, Linda.

[Doreensfree]

Well done Linda ....your winning your battles ...

Your still smoke free ....that says ...I'm a winner ....

[Mee]

15 hours ago, Linda said:

I know, but it seems really good to be out with friends after being cooped up and warm enough to be outside here in Michigan. Just sucks!!!

Linda, concentrate on the good.  We had beautiful weather in Ohio also.  Breath in that fresh air and enjoy finally being outside after the snowy winter we had.  The worst of your quit is really over.  Redirect those old thoughts to something new. 

[Opah]

Linda Pizza Beer and A bread stick just to hold and suck on,  Good times in the neighbor hood

 

[Linda]

I will try that next time lol

[Opah]

It works for the Stars !

[JimHannoonen]

On 3/21/2021 at 3:53 PM, Linda said:

I know, but it seems really good to be out with friends after being cooped up and warm enough to be outside here in Michigan. Just sucks!!!

It sucks that you can't suck poisonous chemicals into your lungs and kill yourself slowly and also stink like an ash tray?

 

Do you actually read what you're writing?

 

You need to get your head straight!

[NADA]

From smokefree.gov

 

"For many people, alcohol is a trigger that makes them want to smoke. Knowing your triggers can help you stay on track with your quit plan.

Alcohol makes you more likely to do things without thinking them through. This can increase your chances of slipping and smoking a cigarette.

 

Drinking alcohol is often a social activity. Situations where alcohol is present may also include more smokers. Being around smokers can trigger the urge to smoke. Plan ahead for how you will deal with this trigger if you are around others who are smoking.

 

It’s a good idea to try to stay away from alcohol in the first few weeks of quitting. Even after the first few weeks, drinking alcohol can make sticking with your quit plan harder. Try to avoid binge drinking and drink moderately if you drink. That means having up to one drink per day for women and up to two drinks per day for men. If you drink, think about doing so with others who will support you in your commitment to staying smoke free."

 

Here's the link:  https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/cravings-triggers/alcohol-smoking

 

[Linda]

1 hour ago, JimHannoonen said:

It sucks that you can't suck poisonous chemicals into your lungs and kill yourself slowly and also stink like an ash tray?

 

Do you actually read what you're writing?

 

You need to get your head straight!

Yep it is kind of hard to write something with out reading it

[Linda]

1 hour ago, BKP said:

From smokefree.gov

 

"For many people, alcohol is a trigger that makes them want to smoke. Knowing your triggers can help you stay on track with your quit plan.

Alcohol makes you more likely to do things without thinking them through. This can increase your chances of slipping and smoking a cigarette.

 

Drinking alcohol is often a social activity. Situations where alcohol is present may also include more smokers. Being around smokers can trigger the urge to smoke. Plan ahead for how you will deal with this trigger if you are around others who are smoking.

 

It’s a good idea to try to stay away from alcohol in the first few weeks of quitting. Even after the first few weeks, drinking alcohol can make sticking with your quit plan harder. Try to avoid binge drinking and drink moderately if you drink. That means having up to one drink per day for women and up to two drinks per day for men. If you drink, think about doing so with others who will support you in your commitment to staying smoke free."

 

Here's the link:  https://smokefree.gov/challenges-when-quitting/cravings-triggers/alcohol-smoking

 

Thanks for sharing BKP, not quite as pissy as I was to you before sorry

Edited March 23, 2021 by Linda
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[AceWhite]

I can handle the smokers, but when they pass me the joint that’s a difficult one lol

[Doreensfree]

I lost many of my failed quits due to Alcohol.....

This time round ....I stayed away from it .... until I felt strong enough ....

My Quit this time was the most important ....