Feeling Great 19 Months After Quitting Smoking

[Angeleek]

It's been 19 months since I quit nicotine. Wow!  I feel great!  Hardly ever have any craves....I guess they aren't even cravings but rather 2- second blips of nostalgia when I've had a few beers, followed by the thought that I am so happy to have finally quit for good! 

 

I absolutely love the freedom of not having to be outside in the elements just to have a smoke. I simple cherish the reality that I DO NOT HAVE TO smoke! Ah what a blessing!

 

Gosh, quitting was hard! Doing it cold turkey was a MF, but it got me off the addiction quickly.  The low-level depression that happened from months 4 to 9 was annoying, but I stuck it out. 9 months and then I was truly good, both physically and emotionally.

 

All said, it was a little hell for 14 days, then a process for a few months, then a steady trudge uphill for the last 5 months.  In retrospect, I am certain that the nine months of quitting nicotine work I put in are not only sooo worth it, it turns out it is much less work than maintaining my nicotine addiction for another 30 years. Good riddance!

Edited August 15, 2021 by Angeleek

[jillar]

Love this @Angeleek, I remember how hard a time you had in the beginning. I'm thrilled you're feeling so much better now

[Katgirl]

I’m so glad you feel good about having quit. However, remain vigilant. Don’t get complacent.  I lost a six year quit over a bad romance. When you least expect it, you can get thrown off your game. Just guard your quit fiercely. 

Edited August 15, 2021 by Katgirl

[Angeleek]

En garde! Yes! Thank you!

[Doreensfree]

Well done ....It's a proud feeling for sure .....

All the hard work has paid off .....Reward yourself with something nice ....

Yes ...always be on your guard ....

Congratulations.