It's a small thing, but important to me

[JustinHoot99]

When I quit smoking on Sept 7, I printed a Sept calendar sheet so I could put a red X on something each day I didn't smoke.  Today marks 23 days and is the last day of the month.  Felt great to have to print out a new sheet for October.  Not a month of not smoking yet, but just the action of having to change the calendar felt so good.
And taped at the bottom of my calendar is a small sheet that says:
"If you quit now...
You'll end up right back
where you first began.

And when you first began,

you were desperate to be

right where you are now.

Keep going."
Those red X's remind me of all I would be giving up if I take even one puff.

[Nancy]

It is a HUGE thing, Justin!  This is exactly how it is done!!!  Congratulations, and keep marking those days!!

[JustSomeGuy]

Good work Justin.  You're almost at 1 month!  I'm about 2 weeks behind, so I'll be right there with you.  Let's keep this thing going.

[Lust4Life]

Love these words! 
 

I referred to that saying often in my early quit days.  Now- I turn to it for other things- like eating better,  exercise,  etc. 

[jillar]

There's nothing small about it Justin, you are doing great!

[Runfree]

It's a BIG deal.  Every moment clean is a big deal.  Congrats!  And that motto is a spot on reminder.  Keep going.

[Gus]

This is grand Justin! Don’t belittle it! I remembered how thrilling it was when I turned the calendar page!

[Martian5]

Actually this is large victory, you have set a goal and have completed that goal with something physical (in more ways than one) to show for it.  This is a strong victory and will do good for the mental aspect which is a huge part of your quit now.  Well done, well done Justin!!!!!!

[Boo]

Every red "x" is a victory.  Never hesitate to celebrate.

 

Good job Justin.

[Kris]

I do not have any support besides this board, I totally get it, the struggle, you have to remember this is for you and about you.  Every one else can f... off. Just worry about you!

K

[johnny5]

That is awesome, Justin.  Each milestone you reach is worth celebrating.  Keep up the great work.

[JustinHoot99]

Thanks for all the support and feedback everyone.  Can't wait to mark that new calendar sheet tomorrow.

[d2e8b8]

@JustinHoot99 it's not a small thing at all.  Congratulations on the month marker milestone!  Great to see your attitude - every milestone is worth celebrating!

[catlover]

This is amazing, what a fantastic thing you are doing, that calendar is real motivation to keep you going.

Keep making crosses, Stay determined!

[Doreensfree]

This is  Huge ....Life-changing .....you SHOULD feel proud ...

[Jordan7]

Every milestone is a big thing!  Great job and great attitude, Justin!

[Mac#23]

This is great Justin, keep up the good work.