So last night I was sitting in the bar with a buddy of mine, and we ran out of smokes, being too lazy to walk down the street to 7-eleven, we bought a pack there for an astounding $8/pack! The discussion turned to quitting, which I am always in a planning phase of doing. But at this point, if not even for the health benefits, it would be great for the financial side of it too. And then I remembered a discussion elsewhere on the boards about this, and recently a few folks that have quit (nab i think), or others that have been done with it for quite some time (rj, i believe).
Anyhow, also there have been studies released recently that show that quitting is contagious. So I figured why not start a thread to help out one another and motivate each another to actually give it up for good. So if you have techniques you used, stories to share, or just any info on quitting, here's your thread..
I actually have some friends coming to town later this week (2 of whom smoke), for a beer festival this Saturday, and know it will be tough to not smoke while they are here, so am going to try and use this week to ween myself off a bit, and shoot for next Sunday as my day one of being smoke free.
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The new cigarette taxes came up in conversation yesterday and we did the math for the lone friend of mine who still smokes. He was shocked! I'm not saying it's gonna help him quit, but damn.
He smokes a pack a day. The average cost of a pack of smokes in MD is around $6.
$6/pack x 30 days a month x 12 months = $2160 a year
Wow.
get a nice phat wager going between you and your friends to help motivate
Do it, man. Don't kid yourself, it's gonna suck. But it does get easier and obviously worth it. Hanging out with smokers was what always did me in. It's too easy to just bum one. My wife still smokes, but she smokes menthol and she smokes outside, so that whole "out of sight, out of mind" thing along with the menthol-ness helped immensely.
If you want more of the story, though: I tried quitting every couple months for 10 years. Never worked. Then a friend wisely said, "Why don't you just wait until a big event happens and quit then. Quit when you get married or when you buy a house." That sounded like a great idea and I stopped trying to quit for the next couple years. Well, I bought a condo in '99 and finally quit....for 2 weeks. Then I got married and quit...for a couple days. Then I had a kid and quit for a couple hours. Then about a year later, whilst driving home from a drunken weekend with the boys, I basically had a moment of clarity when I realized: there is no reason left for me to quit. house, wife, kid....they've all come already. If I can't quit now, I'm a total piece of shit and I'm going to smoke until I die. And that was it. Every time I thought of having a cigarette I equated breaking down with being a total disappointment to my son. And that's what finally did it.
Sweet blog, huh?
Quote from: khalpin on April 20, 2009, 10:27:30 AM
Do it, man. Don't kid yourself, it's gonna suck. But it does get easier and obviously worth it. Hanging out with smokers was what always did me in. It's too easy to just bum one. My wife still smokes, but she smokes menthol and she smokes outside, so that whole "out of sight, out of mind" thing along with the menthol-ness helped immensely.
If you want more of the story, though: I tried quitting every couple months for 10 years. Never worked. Then a friend wisely said, "Why don't you just wait until a big event happens and quit then. Quit when you get married or when you buy a house." That sounded like a great idea and I stopped trying to quit for the next couple years. Well, I bought a condo in '99 and finally quit....for 2 weeks. Then I got married and quit...for a couple days. Then I had a kid and quit for a couple hours. Then about a year later, whilst driving home from a drunken weekend with the boys, I basically had a moment of clarity when I realized: there is no reason left for me to quit. house, wife, kid....they've all come already. If I can't quit now, I'm a total piece of shit and I'm going to smoke until I die. And that was it. Every time I thought of having a cigarette I equated breaking down with being a total disappointment to my son. And that's what finally did it.
Sweet blog, huh?
It's actually a great story. That moment of clarity is awesome.
Agreed, that is a great story.
Quote from: whyweigh3.5 on April 20, 2009, 10:21:38 AM
get a nice phat wager going between you and your friends to help motivate
Problem with this is most of my friends smoke, and have no interest in quitting. While living in Maryland, I had quit a few times for a few months, or just was a social/drinking smoker, mostly because not a SINGLE friend of mine smoked, but then moved to Virginia 4.5 years ago, and not a single friend DOESN'T smoke! Good ole Virginia. Plus any and every bar/restaurant you go to is packed with smokers, so bumming one is always easy. Although I think a law recently got passed to ban it from restaurants and goes into effect later this year, which will help.
Definitely appreciate the story, khalpin. Surprised your wife still smokes though, the rate of spouses quitting was around 68% if the other did. The idea of putting it off till after an event is always what gets me since you can always find something to put it off till after. I said I'd quit after Hampton...then my birthday....then this weekends party....then beer fest....then jazzfest....then, etc...there will always be something, so you're right, you just need to quit. Now did you go cold turkey or ween yourself a bit? Still have cravings? How long have you quit for and how long did you smoke prior?
Either way, I am set on quitting, it makes hangover worse, I hate having a cough, I hate that I will snap on people and not realize it till after and know I am just craving a smoke, I hate that food could taste so much better, I hate knowing I could be saving 25-30 bucks a week instead.
Yup, all of my friends who quit were suprised at how much better everything tasted/smelled. Not to mention how much better you, personally will smell. I remembered how much I hate hanging out in smoky bars after the Keller Williams show @ the Birchmere. They allow smoking at the bar outside of the actual room where he played and damn did I stink on that ride home. No smoking inside = a more pleasant experience for everyone, smokers included.
Been a smoker off and on for a long time. I've always been able to go for long stretches without smoking, and without really thinking about it or caring if I did or not. My wife quit when she got pregnant last September. I still smoked until February. Haven't had one since then. Will I ever have one again? Probably at some point. Will I care if I don't? Not really. There are those times though that it will be tough. Summer bbq's, a day at the golf course, poker night, concerts, etc. Though I think the wife gives me a pass for certain things.. ie Phish show. I'll just have to wait and see if I take that pass.
good luck in quitting
:beers:
if anyone needs motivation, you are welcome to hang around with me for a day. or, you can read Antelope's math.
the old days:
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This is just gross, a healthy lung vs. smokers lung!
(http://www.csmngt.com/lung.jpg)
Quote from: slslbs on April 20, 2009, 11:59:15 AM
good luck in quitting
:beers:
if anyone needs motivation, you are welcome to hang around with me for a day. or, you can read Antelope's math.
Just think what you could do with that money. You would almost be able to afford a 4 day pass to red rocks. :|
I've tried a few times and have been successful for a few months but always go back so I decided when we get our referral and I find out I'm gonna be a dad, that's it. I guess I've always had that in the back of my head so maybe I wasn't motivated enough to cut the cord before. I'm in on a quitting thread for sure.
Quote from: antelope19 on April 20, 2009, 12:56:55 PM
Quote from: slslbs on April 20, 2009, 11:59:15 AM
good luck in quitting
:beers:
if anyone needs motivation, you are welcome to hang around with me for a day. or, you can read Antelope's math.
Just think what you could do with that money. You would almost be able to afford a 4 day pass to red rocks. :|
almost....
Quote from: khalpin on April 20, 2009, 10:27:30 AM
Do it, man. Don't kid yourself, it's gonna suck. But it does get easier and obviously worth it. Hanging out with smokers was what always did me in. It's too easy to just bum one. My wife still smokes, but she smokes menthol and she smokes outside, so that whole "out of sight, out of mind" thing along with the menthol-ness helped immensely.
If you want more of the story, though: I tried quitting every couple months for 10 years. Never worked. Then a friend wisely said, "Why don't you just wait until a big event happens and quit then. Quit when you get married or when you buy a house." That sounded like a great idea and I stopped trying to quit for the next couple years. Well, I bought a condo in '99 and finally quit....for 2 weeks. Then I got married and quit...for a couple days. Then I had a kid and quit for a couple hours. Then about a year later, whilst driving home from a drunken weekend with the boys, I basically had a moment of clarity when I realized: there is no reason left for me to quit. house, wife, kid....they've all come already. If I can't quit now, I'm a total piece of shit and I'm going to smoke until I die. And that was it. Every time I thought of having a cigarette I equated breaking down with being a total disappointment to my son. And that's what finally did it.
Sweet blog, huh?
:clap: Way to be, bro.
Me, I've never really had an issue with smokes. Usually it was a social thing. Having a few smokes after drinking and getting high was always a buzz topper for me. I loved the nicotine rush. I don't crave smokes, ever. Never have. I work with a shitload of people who smoke though and sometimes I recall those "buzz toppers" but I like my lungs
and my wallet healthy.
Nice math antelope. That's enough to make me not even start! :lol:
I quit two years ago, and you hear this all the time, but its one of the most wonderful things I've ever done. It was two things that motivated me to quit:
1) The day to day physical and health issues. In other words, not because I might one day get cancer, emphysema, etc: these were all issues that felt to distant and unreal. Rather, it was the fact that my chest was burning every night before I went to bed, and that I could never start an exercise program because I couldn't breathe. These day to day things were what I hated about smoking.
2) The money. Quitting smoking is like getting a raise.
I got a prescription to Chantix and took a week's vacation off work. Followed the Chantix instructions, took it for a week while smoking, then quit. The first 2-3 days just sucked, I sat on the couch watching movies and sweating, but every hour that passed felt like a success. After that the physical issues eased up. The Chantix gave me bizarre dreams/nightmares, and after a couple weeks really strong nausea in the afternoons, so I only took it for 4 weeks. The studies say it makes quitting 30% easier, and I concur with this.
The really tricky part is staying quit after you get past the 30-60 day mark. Even if you aren't craving, your brain still has those pleasure pathways wide open, and its so easy to completely forget every reason you quit and just pick up a smoke. I had major desires to smoke at the 6, 9, and year marks. It wasn't until about two years (just a couple months ago) that I really felt like I had it beat.
I tried the patch, gum, tablets, all of it, but I think what I needed to do was just get the nicotine out of my body so my brain could start to heal. The Chantix helped me do that, and keeping a written list of reasons why I quit didn't hurt either. I journaled leading up to quitting and in my early weeks after quitting, and reading my own words about how shitty I felt during that time helped keep things in perspective.
I know the thought of still wanting a cigarette for two years after you quit isn't appealing, but trust me, its better then the alternative of continuing to smoke and feel sick, and "wanting" is much much better the "craving". The "wants" and more in the line of "I 'want' ice cream". :-) Just remember that one of the only things more addictive then nicotine is injected crystal methamphetamine. Nicotine does not screw around, and it will do anything to get back in your body.
wow, postjack, thanks for that post man. seriously, i had three tonight, and everytime all i could think of was those pictures i posted earlier and still, smoked, and thought, man, wtf dude, you know that is what yourlungs look like?! and still had a tough time putting it down....i know this is going to be tough, but that is why i am giving myself a week to try and ween a bit, and prep myself for what i know is to come.
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 20, 2009, 10:33:31 PM
wow, postjack, thanks for that post man. seriously, i had three tonight, and everytime all i could think of was those pictures i posted earlier and still, smoked, and thought, man, wtf dude, you know that is what yourlungs look like?! and still had a tough time putting it down....i know this is going to be tough, but that is why i am giving myself a week to try and ween a bit, and prep myself for what i know is to come.
no problem man, quitting smoking is something I'm really passionate about. the majority of my friends smoke, and of course I find myself at shows all the time where everybody is smoking, as I'm sure you do.
This thread is a great idea, it will give you something to read when thoughts of picking back up enter your mind. :clap:
Quote from: postjack on April 20, 2009, 10:36:13 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 20, 2009, 10:33:31 PM
wow, postjack, thanks for that post man. seriously, i had three tonight, and everytime all i could think of was those pictures i posted earlier and still, smoked, and thought, man, wtf dude, you know that is what yourlungs look like?! and still had a tough time putting it down....i know this is going to be tough, but that is why i am giving myself a week to try and ween a bit, and prep myself for what i know is to come.
no problem man, quitting smoking is something I'm really passionate about. the majority of my friends smoke, and of course I find myself at shows all the time where everybody is smoking, as I'm sure you do.
This thread is a great idea, it will give you something to read when thoughts of picking back up enter your mind. :clap:
That's what I am hoping. Honestly, I am really hoping some other folks on this thread might want to join me. I really know its going to suck, but this should be a great spot to find some support.
(as a side note: if any of you heard some dude singing BBFCFM in the lines while trying to get into Hampton...umm, yeah, that was me....listening to it right now, that's why i mentioned that)
I quit about two years ago. The first thing, I would advise, is to stop saying how much it is going to suck. This is a mental game, and if you approach it with a defeatist attitude, don`t bother, you`ve lost the race before leaving the gate. Interestingly, my career for fifteen years was coaching elite athletes and I would sneak off guiltily to grab smokes, I was a walking hypocrite. Anyway, I`m thirty four and, two years ago, years of partying and poor diet finally caught up to me. However, I was pretty sure I was a lost cause. I weighed 150 pounds, skinny as a rake, could`nt walk up a flight of stairs without wheezing, my cholesterol was through the roof, weak as shit.
Anyway, I spoke to my athletes` physical trainer and told him my situation. He put me on a program of working out two hours a day, changed all my nutrition and I quit smoking cigarettes. No aids such as gum or a patch, I simply replaced smoking with healthy active alternatives and used up my OCD energy collecting music. The toughest part was going to the gym and looking around at all the ``good looking`` healthy people who had taken care of themselves. And man, I could hardly bench press 100 pounds, I felt really small. But everyday I woke up, went to the gym and would kill myself for two hours, with one day off a week. Well, to make a long story short, in the two years since I began, I have gained about 50 pounds of muscle, can now run or bike for hours, and have an unbelievable girlfriend who was far out of my league years ago. It`s funny, every now and again a new person will sign up at my gym coming from the same place as I. In them, not only am I able to see how far I have come, but I also get to offer encouragement and a helping hand to the ``new guy``. I have to say, it is amazing how the body can heal itself but don`t wait. I saw my doctor recently and he said I quit at the right age for my lungs to heal. He also said I should sign my life insurance as a non-smoker because, from some lung x-rays I had done, you could never tell I was a smoker.
Thanks for the post superfreakie. Definitely encouraging. I especially agree with the part about replacing smoking with a healthy alternative. I used to run a lot more, even did a couple 1/2 marathons (was still a smoker then, just no where near where I am now), and think I am going to start slowly but pick it up again. Maybe sign up for a couple 5k's for over the summer, and throw the VA Beach rock and roll 1/2 out there for the end of summer. Having that kind of a goal and running schedule to try and stick to should definitly help. Last week or so, whenever I've had a craving, I just throw on my ipod and go for a walk till the urge is gone. The tough part is when I'm out drinking. But if I start running in the mornings, that will keep me from going out in the nights.
Sounds like we hit the same point around the same time...the partying has definitely taken it's toll. I'm 32 and you're exactly 2 years ahead of me on that timeline. That last part about the x-rays really makes me feel good. Very promising. Thanks.
i decided to quit two days ago, for no particular reason. i'm only a sophomore in college and have been smoking since junior year of high school but already i'm pretty much tired of smelling like smoke all the time, not to mention my girlfriend has asthma. i've felt pretty good these past two days, i really haven't felt the urge even while standing next to my roommate as he smoked one. i think the biggest motivator was the fact that my parents, who smoke weed, would used to get so disappointed when they'd find packs of cigarettes in my stuff, but if they ever found my weed all they said was "hide your shit better" which was kind of a wake up
soooo.....did anyone else just get an email from gordon about determining a smokers chance of getting lung cancer!?!
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on April 22, 2009, 09:41:39 PM
soooo.....did anyone else just get an email from gordon about determining a smokers chance of getting lung cancer!?!
NO. Can you post it on here? or send a link if there was one. Thanks.
it freaked me out at first
but with a clearer head this morning i see that it was probably just a friend, who wont get off my case, f*ckin with me :lol:
and heres the link to the article:
http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/dailydose/04/21/lung.cancer.test/index.html?iref=werecommend (http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/dailydose/04/21/lung.cancer.test/index.html?iref=werecommend)
Thanks for the info. That is pretty funny that your friend sent it from mikegordon@phish.com! Good for him for using trickery and getting on your case about it.
As a side note, I wasn't planning on quitting altogether until Sunday, but have been weening myself the last couple weeks, but yesterday, didn't have a single one, and only time I even craved was in the evening, but figured I'd made it all day so why screw it up. It felt really good waking up today knowing I resisted, even though it was only one day.
You can do it, dude.
Soon, when the smoking ban goes into effect on Dec. 1 (ryf) in VA, you'll be hanging inside smelling fresh and hitting on the ladies while the smokers are outside freezing their nuts off and bitching about their lingering bronchitis.
Quote from: rowjimmy on April 23, 2009, 12:03:41 PM
You can do it, dude.
Soon, when the smoking ban goes into effect on Dec. 1 (ryf) in VA, you'll be hanging inside smelling fresh and hitting on the ladies while the smokers are outside freezing their nuts off and bitching about their lingering bronchitis.
awesome! :lol:
just do it man. if you already made it one day just go from here! you can totally come into this thread and dog cuss us when/if you get all pissed off. ;)
not sure if they have this where you live, but i recently signed up with quit plan here in minnesota..
basically they 'help' you quit by calling you on the phone and counseling you, sending you FREE products to quit (patches, gum, lozenges) and giving you all the information you need
my quit date is May 12th, im pretty excited.. I would contact your insurance provider to see what options are available to you, or search online because there may be free programs from your state government
Late to the thread, but today is day 16 on the wagon for me. I won't say I've been perfect, I've had 2 cigarettes and about a half a dozen cigars in the interim, but I have been pretty successful so far. The real struggle has been between me and my wife, who is trying to quit also. I tend to fair a little better at the willpower exercises than she does. I was clean and mean for a good week or so before I found out that she was sneaking cigarettes when I wasn't around. Since my nose started working again, it wasn't too hard to tell.
I realize that we both have our own separate struggles, and that my quitting is only dependent on me, but I can't help feeling a little let down and frankly jealous that she is trying to step down as opposed to quitting altogether. In the end, that's what we have to do anyway.
Thanks for reading my quit blog.
Quote from: nab on April 23, 2009, 02:36:52 PM
Late to the thread, but today is day 16 on the wagon for me. I won't say I've been perfect, I've had 2 cigarettes and about a half a dozen cigars in the interim, but I have been pretty successful so far. The real struggle has been between me and my wife, who is trying to quit also. I tend to fair a little better at the willpower exercises than she does. I was clean and mean for a good week or so before I found out that she was sneaking cigarettes when I wasn't around. Since my nose started working again, it wasn't too hard to tell.
I realize that we both have our own separate struggles, and that my quitting is only dependent on me, but I can't help feeling a little let down and frankly jealous that she is trying to step down as opposed to quitting altogether. In the end, that's what we have to do anyway.
Thanks for reading my quit blog.
Sweet, dude. Keep at it. You may turn out to be her inspiration to quit if you can stick to it.
Quote from: nab on April 23, 2009, 02:36:52 PM
Late to the thread, but today is day 16 on the wagon for me. I won't say I've been perfect, I've had 2 cigarettes and about a half a dozen cigars in the interim, but I have been pretty successful so far. The real struggle has been between me and my wife, who is trying to quit also. I tend to fair a little better at the willpower exercises than she does. I was clean and mean for a good week or so before I found out that she was sneaking cigarettes when I wasn't around. Since my nose started working again, it wasn't too hard to tell.
I realize that we both have our own separate struggles, and that my quitting is only dependent on me, but I can't help feeling a little let down and frankly jealous that she is trying to step down as opposed to quitting altogether. In the end, that's what we have to do anyway.
Thanks for reading my quit blog.
Dude, seriously, having only had two in 16 days is awesome. Actually, it was reading a post from you elsewhere about being a week without one that got me thinking about this thread, as I was thinking about quitting too, and then I heard the phrase somewhere, quitting is contagious, and decided to go for it.
In terms of your wife, don't be let down that she is just cutting back and not quitting altogether, because cutting back might just be step one for her, and if you stick to it, she might be inspired and quit altogether too.
Question is, where you a big cigar smoker before too? Or are you just using that right now to control urges and to ween your body off the nicotine?
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 23, 2009, 03:52:58 PM
Quote from: nab on April 23, 2009, 02:36:52 PM
Late to the thread, but today is day 16 on the wagon for me. I won't say I've been perfect, I've had 2 cigarettes and about a half a dozen cigars in the interim, but I have been pretty successful so far. The real struggle has been between me and my wife, who is trying to quit also. I tend to fair a little better at the willpower exercises than she does. I was clean and mean for a good week or so before I found out that she was sneaking cigarettes when I wasn't around. Since my nose started working again, it wasn't too hard to tell.
I realize that we both have our own separate struggles, and that my quitting is only dependent on me, but I can't help feeling a little let down and frankly jealous that she is trying to step down as opposed to quitting altogether. In the end, that's what we have to do anyway.
Thanks for reading my quit blog.
Dude, seriously, having only had two in 16 days is awesome. Actually, it was reading a post from you elsewhere about being a week without one that got me thinking about this thread, as I was thinking about quitting too, and then I heard the phrase somewhere, quitting is contagious, and decided to go for it.
In terms of your wife, don't be let down that she is just cutting back and not quitting altogether, because cutting back might just be step one for her, and if you stick to it, she might be inspired and quit altogether too.
Question is, where you a big cigar smoker before too? Or are you just using that right now to control urges and to ween your body off the nicotine?
I'm using it to ween my mind off cigarettes. Its really just fooling myself, but it is a smoke and it isn't a cigarette. What I mean is that they don't affect me physiologically the same as cigarettes. The last cigarette I had was about 3 days ago. The way that the smoke turned me all loosy goosy and relieved made me realize that it is more than nicotine and smoking that I'm addicted to; its specifically cigarettes. Must be something in the cocktail of chemicals that they stick in there that I'm craving as well.
Cigars are really pacifiers. Trouble is, you have to quit them before you develop a cigar habit instead.
it's certainly true that part of the addiction is the delivery system. our brains like the way the cigarette chemical concoction rushes the nicotine to our brains. but don't fool yourself: what you are addicted to is nicotine, and it's a powerful addiction that will make you think strange things.
a heroin addict doesn't kick junk by only snorting instead of shooting, and a nicotine addict doesn't kick by smoking cigars or dipping. the nicotine has to get out of the body for the healing to begin.
for the record, I did smoke a cigar during mardi gras and one at Hampton, but I'd been nicotine free for two years.
Put the cigarette out.
Throw away your half pack.
Never light up again, it's fucking disgusting.
END THREAD.
Quote from: mattstick on April 23, 2009, 04:55:40 PM
Put the cigarette out.
Throw away your half pack.
Never light up again, it's fucking disgusting.
END THREAD.
Nearly a haiku.
Quote from: mattstick on April 23, 2009, 04:55:40 PM
Put the cigarette out.
Throw away your half pack.
Never light up again, it's fucking disgusting.
END THREAD.
That heartfelt advice works every time. If only more non-smokers would tell that to smokers we'd all be done with cigarettes really soon.
Quote from: nab on April 23, 2009, 02:36:52 PM
Late to the thread, but today is day 16 on the wagon for me. I won't say I've been perfect, I've had 2 cigarettes and about a half a dozen cigars in the interim, but I have been pretty successful so far. The real struggle has been between me and my wife, who is trying to quit also. I tend to fair a little better at the willpower exercises than she does. I was clean and mean for a good week or so before I found out that she was sneaking cigarettes when I wasn't around. Since my nose started working again, it wasn't too hard to tell.
I realize that we both have our own separate struggles, and that my quitting is only dependent on me, but I can't help feeling a little let down and frankly jealous that she is trying to step down as opposed to quitting altogether. In the end, that's what we have to do anyway.
Thanks for reading my quit blog.
Don't nag her. Us junkies only resent the people who pressure us to do stuff we're failing at.
Quote from: kellerb on April 23, 2009, 06:35:30 PM
Quote from: nab on April 23, 2009, 02:36:52 PM
Late to the thread, but today is day 16 on the wagon for me. I won't say I've been perfect, I've had 2 cigarettes and about a half a dozen cigars in the interim, but I have been pretty successful so far. The real struggle has been between me and my wife, who is trying to quit also. I tend to fair a little better at the willpower exercises than she does. I was clean and mean for a good week or so before I found out that she was sneaking cigarettes when I wasn't around. Since my nose started working again, it wasn't too hard to tell.
I realize that we both have our own separate struggles, and that my quitting is only dependent on me, but I can't help feeling a little let down and frankly jealous that she is trying to step down as opposed to quitting altogether. In the end, that's what we have to do anyway.
Thanks for reading my quit blog.
Don't nag her. Us junkies only resent the people who pressure us to do stuff we're failing at.
True, True.
Probably would be easier to not nag anyone if I wasn't so damn grouchy myself.
Quote from: nab on April 23, 2009, 06:53:31 PM
Quote from: kellerb on April 23, 2009, 06:35:30 PM
Quote from: nab on April 23, 2009, 02:36:52 PM
Late to the thread, but today is day 16 on the wagon for me. I won't say I've been perfect, I've had 2 cigarettes and about a half a dozen cigars in the interim, but I have been pretty successful so far. The real struggle has been between me and my wife, who is trying to quit also. I tend to fair a little better at the willpower exercises than she does. I was clean and mean for a good week or so before I found out that she was sneaking cigarettes when I wasn't around. Since my nose started working again, it wasn't too hard to tell.
I realize that we both have our own separate struggles, and that my quitting is only dependent on me, but I can't help feeling a little let down and frankly jealous that she is trying to step down as opposed to quitting altogether. In the end, that's what we have to do anyway.
Thanks for reading my quit blog.
Don't nag her. Us junkies only resent the people who pressure us to do stuff we're failing at.
True, True.
Probably would be easier to not nag anyone if I wasn't so damn grouchy myself.
Yeah, nagging just pisses people off. It won't help. And as far as replacing cigarettes with something else, don't try and replace it with more nicotene (gum, chew, etc.) You won't be getting over your nicotine addiction. You'll just change the source. That's my advice anyway, but if it works for you, go for it.
Personally, I doubled my marijuana intake when I gave up cigarettes. That's when I realized the that the cigarette addiction was more psychological than physical, because what I really was missing was the feeling of smoke entering my lungs.
Quote from: khalpin on April 23, 2009, 09:40:32 PM
Quote from: nab on April 23, 2009, 06:53:31 PM
Quote from: kellerb on April 23, 2009, 06:35:30 PM
Quote from: nab on April 23, 2009, 02:36:52 PM
Late to the thread, but today is day 16 on the wagon for me. I won't say I've been perfect, I've had 2 cigarettes and about a half a dozen cigars in the interim, but I have been pretty successful so far. The real struggle has been between me and my wife, who is trying to quit also. I tend to fair a little better at the willpower exercises than she does. I was clean and mean for a good week or so before I found out that she was sneaking cigarettes when I wasn't around. Since my nose started working again, it wasn't too hard to tell.
I realize that we both have our own separate struggles, and that my quitting is only dependent on me, but I can't help feeling a little let down and frankly jealous that she is trying to step down as opposed to quitting altogether. In the end, that's what we have to do anyway.
Thanks for reading my quit blog.
Don't nag her. Us junkies only resent the people who pressure us to do stuff we're failing at.
True, True.
Probably would be easier to not nag anyone if I wasn't so damn grouchy myself.
Yeah, nagging just pisses people off. It won't help. And as far as replacing cigarettes with something else, don't try and replace it with more nicotene (gum, chew, etc.) You won't be getting over your nicotine addiction. You'll just change the source. That's my advice anyway, but if it works for you, go for it.
Personally, I doubled my marijuana intake when I gave up cigarettes. That's when I realized the that the cigarette addiction was more psychological than physical, because what I really was missing was the feeling of smoke entering my lungs.
That used to be my cure, but I just started working for the gubermint so I'm gonna lay low on that stuff for a bit longer.
Quote from: mattstick on April 23, 2009, 04:55:40 PM
Put the cigarette out.
Throw away your half pack.
Never light up again, it's fucking disgusting.
END THREAD.
i lol'd.. +K
I thought maybe some tough love was in order.
I found it wasn't the nicotine that I was addicted to, it was the act of smoking; be it a cigarette, cigar, or buds. It's also a social thing. I rarely smoke (I am talking months and months in between) and when I do there is usually alcohol involved and it's a social scene- tailgating at a sporting event, a show, possible bar scene (although it's easier to not do it at a bar as more are going non-smoking).
Quote from: mattstick on April 24, 2009, 06:48:20 AM
I thought maybe some tough love was in order.
I've got enough of that to go around in my own head. I don't know if you've ever smoked yourself, but that line from non-smokers really only makes smokers mad at the speaker for the tone of indignation, not embarrassed about smoking.
I quit Feb 07.
Don't fool yourself, facing the truth that smoking is a disgusting and deadly habit is the fastest way to quit.
I'll take deadly
Quote from: mattstick on April 24, 2009, 10:26:16 AM
I quit Feb 07.
Don't fool yourself, facing the truth that smoking is a disgusting and deadly habit is the fastest way to quit.
That's why I put that pic up earlier of what a healthy vs smokers lung looks like.
Quote from: nab on April 24, 2009, 10:51:30 AM
I'll take deadly
that's a great reason, right there
I started chewing in '78 (yes, 1978) and smoking regularly by '85 to curb my tin a day habit...Smoked a pack a day for long time (15 years+), and was off and on for a long time. I have not been a smoker since 2003. You can quit, it just takes the mental fortitude to do it. I will still smoke a cig on a RARE occasion (1-2 a year maybe, if that) but never have ever had the urge to start it up as a habit again. I smoked a couple at Hampton (tripping) and it was OK, but the health information that is available is just so overwhelming, that actually smoking on the regular is just not in the cards for me. It is just an addictive habit that is incredibly hard to beat, and it is a lot easier to see how bad it is in hindsight......Why kill yourself voluntarily? The hardest things, as said, is being around smokers when you are trying to quit. Once you have really beat it, being around smokers just makes you sick, not jonesing. Also, as has been said, once you have a kid smokig is just not an option.....at least for me. Good luck to all of those trying to currently quit- the benefits are MASSIVE! Just do it.....
Quote from: khalpin on April 24, 2009, 11:08:56 AM
Quote from: nab on April 24, 2009, 10:51:30 AM
I'll take deadly
Percy!
One of my daughter's favorites. She saw this picture as I was uploading it and now I have to put her massive train set back together.
I quit this week as well. It was high time and I always said that I would not have smokes around my family so I thought now would be a good time to kick it.
The nice weather makes it a tad more difficult :frustrated: but there's always gonna be some excuse to put it off.
Quote from: caravan2001 on April 24, 2009, 11:11:05 AM
Once you have really beat it, being around smokers just makes you sick, not jonesing..... the benefits are MASSIVE! Just do it.
Q4T
Quote from: Phishy69 on April 28, 2009, 06:39:08 PM
I quit this week as well. It was high time and I always said that I would not have smokes around my family so I thought now would be a good time to kick it.
The nice weather makes it a tad more difficult :frustrated: but there's always gonna be some excuse to put it off.
Awesome man. I am on day 2 myself. We can definitely do this. Keep it up.
So I am posting in here to say that I am going to try and quit smoking...again. I have been really just fooling myself for a long time and may be fooling myself again, but I just need to quit this shit! My wife absolutely hates it and I have been using the excuse that I have been smoking for 15 years.
The thing that is stranger to me is that I can actually go several days without a cigarette and its not a big issue. It usually happens over the weekend when I'm with my wife, but come Monday morning its like...FREEDOM and on the way to work I have one.
Pretty stupid I know, but thats how its been going. I have tried almost everything but today it just dawned on me how embarrassing it is that I can't make this one change in my life that will improve things for myself. Its just smoking. I have changed my habits up so much that I only smoke in the morning and at lunch. I don't smoke in the evening and on the weekends. I am going to start again tomorrow. Hopefully I can report on my morning return to the paug that I will have had zero ciggys from this post until then. Wish me luck!
w00t.
i gotta try again myself.
Question for you all that quit. How did you do it? Patch, gum, cold turkey???
I was able to quit last year using the patch. I started again when my Dad died, and tried the patch again a few months ago. It only lasted for a few hours and was nothing like when I quit the 1st time...it did nothing. I majored in psych and I am not totally over loosing my Dad so I know there is f'd up psychological shit going on which is probably making it more difficult.
So I guess my question really is: Have any of you tried the anti-depressant drugs that they prescribe for quitting.? I hear mixed things.
Thanks!
congrats on your decision! don't be to hard on yourself, nicotine is so much more addictive then we think it is. I didn't comprehend the fullness of it's grasp on me until I was quit several months. it is devious the irrational mental tricks cigarettes pull on you to get you back.
sounds like you are in a good place to quit, what with how much you have cut back already. fuck cigarettes, you don't need them and will enjoy yourself more without them.
Quote from: thatfargone on February 15, 2010, 03:40:38 PM
Question for you all that quit. How did you do it? Patch, gum, cold turkey???
I was able to quit last year using the patch. I started again when my Dad died, and tried the patch again a few months ago. It only lasted for a few hours and was nothing like when I quit the 1st time...it did nothing. I majored in psych and I am not totally over loosing my Dad so I know there is f'd up psychological shit going on which is probably making it more difficult.
So I guess my question really is: Have any of you tried the anti-depressant drugs that they prescribe for quitting.? I hear mixed things.
Thanks!
I took chantix for 4-5 weeks. I'd say it made the initial quitting about 30% easier, just like they claim in their studies. side effects were the very common lucid and bizarre dreams, and the less common rather severe afternoon/evening nausea, which is why I quit taking it.
nicotine replacement never worked for me. patches, gum, lozenges. I think I had to just get the nicotine out of my system. but nicotine gum worked for my GF.
Good for you Uncleeb :clap:
Thanks for the info postjack.
My doctor recommended it because it worked for him however I feel that the psychological side effects might be a problem. Unfortunately, I have a feeling that most of these types of drugs have similar effects, I know Zyban does. "Suicidal idealization" it not a side effect I want to toy with.
Quote from: thatfargone on February 15, 2010, 03:40:38 PM
Question for you all that quit. How did you do it? Patch, gum, cold turkey???
Cold turkey. Never looked back.
Quote from: thatfargone on February 15, 2010, 04:10:59 PM
Thanks for the info postjack.
My doctor recommended it because it worked for him however I feel that the psychological side effects might be a problem. Unfortunately, I have a feeling that most of these types of drugs have similar effects, I know Zyban does. "Suicidal idealization" it not a side effect I want to toy with.
I tried chantix, but I only tried it half ass which is why it didn't work for me, however both my mother and father have been done since June 1 of this year and they smoked for 30+ years. I am relaly impressed actually at the ability chantix has. I have other friends that took it as well and it helped them.
When I did take it, the lucid dreams were there, but I actually looked forward to them where some people I have spoken to had to stop. I was concerned with the "suicide" stuff that goes along with Zyban and stuff, but I felt like Chantix did not affect me advesrely. I should have stuck with it, but as I stated I did it half way hence the continuing saga.
I'm actually going to try using some chewing sticks as I think my problem is more about the oral fixation (go ahead and insert joke) than the nicotine addiction. I have come to this conclusion based on the fact that I can go several days without smoking and then I fail again. We'll see how this new experiment goes. I hope it works.
Thanks for the info UncleEbinezer.
I also tend to have a bit of the fixation. I quit once in HS and did it cold turkey with a shit load of gum and coffer stirrers to gnaw on.
I fear I am more f'd up in the head over life events at the moment and it probably isn't the best time to try and quit...but there never is a good time anyhow when you make excuses for a unhealthy addiction. I just am sick of it and it pisses me off I started again!
Superfreakie, what did you do when you had cravings...just sheer will power?
Mind over matter.
If you can stop yourself from not eating at McDonald's every day and you can stop yourself from not masturbating in public then you can quit smoking.
Quote from: mattstick on February 15, 2010, 05:12:25 PM
and you can stop yourself from not masturbating in public then you can quit smoking.
on a position note, I rarely go to mcdonalds
Quote from: kellerb on February 15, 2010, 05:59:09 PM
Quote from: mattstick on February 15, 2010, 05:12:25 PM
and you can stop yourself from not masturbating in public then you can quit smoking.
on a position note, I rarely go to mcdonalds
these days I only go to mcdonalds to masturbate and smoke near the dumpster. no way would I poison my body with that shite!
Good luck - hope it works out for you.
try smokefree.gov
under the best circumstances, quitting is successful about 35% of the time. this is with a combination of some sort of emotional support (see website above) and either nicotine replacement or drugs (Chantex, zyban etc), but everyone is different. I know a few people who started exercising when they quit and swear by it.
this isn't to say you shouldn't try - you should and you may be one of the 35%. I know lots of them.
it is to say that it is significantly harder than not eating at McD's or mind over matter for many people. If that's all is was for you Matt, then you were lucky.
It's the approach I took - mind over matter. I was ready to quit, which is a big part of it.
Quote from: slslbs on February 15, 2010, 07:01:26 PM
Good luck - hope it works out for you.
try smokefree.gov
under the best circumstances, quitting is successful about 35% of the time. this is with a combination of some sort of emotional support (see website above) and either nicotine replacement or drugs (Chantex, zyban etc), but everyone is different. I know a few people who started exercising when they quit and swear by it.
this isn't to say you shouldn't try - you should and you may be one of the 35%. I know lots of them.
it is to say that it is significantly harder than not eating at McD's or mind over matter for many people. If that's all is was for you Matt, then you were lucky.
As long as it doesn't cause me to stop masturbating in public, I suppose its for the best.
Quote from: mattstick on February 15, 2010, 07:57:50 PM
It's the approach I took - mind over matter. I was ready to quit, which is a big part of it.
good for you that it worked.
some people are more addicted than you probably were.
clearly, you need to be ready to quit.
every day, I spend considerable amount of time trying to get people to quit. they all try.
nothing works universally.
the things that work the best are having a heart attack, stent, or bypass surgery, but even that doesn't work all the time (UncleEb and the others, you don't want to go there)
people who can't quit aren't inherently weak - they're addicted. the tobacco companies knew what they were doing.
Quote from: slslbs on February 15, 2010, 09:00:16 PM
Quote from: mattstick on February 15, 2010, 07:57:50 PM
It's the approach I took - mind over matter. I was ready to quit, which is a big part of it.
good for you that it worked.
some people are more addicted than you probably were.
clearly, you need to be ready to quit.
every day, I spend considerable amount of time trying to get people to quit. they all try.
nothing works universally.
the things that work the best are having a heart attack, stent, or bypass surgery, but even that doesn't work all the time (UncleEb and the others, you don't want to go there)
people who can't quit aren't inherently weak - they're addicted. the tobacco companies knew what they were doing.
Are you a doctor Steve? I remember you writing about med school....
Quote from: mattstick on February 15, 2010, 07:57:50 PM
It's the approach I took - mind over matter. I was ready to quit, which is a big part of it.
Agreed that this is the most important part, regardless of the method you use. If you don't really want to quit, you won't. Simple as that.
Good luck to those who are taking the plunge.
I think the real struggle I have had and may continue to have is that on very rare occassions I actually do enjoy a cigarette, but its the 95% (or more) of the time where I was doing it simply for habit that is the senseless part. Its kind of like the public masturbation thing. :lol:
I've made it through my morning without a smoke which is actually the easiest part for me. This afternoon will be a trial.
For those of that are stated as "casual" smokers now... Did you wait awhile before you casually had another cigarette? Do you fight the cravings again afterwards? Did you have to seperate yourself from situations for a while?
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 16, 2010, 09:25:21 AM
I think the real struggle I have had and may continue to have is that on very rare occassions I actually do enjoy a cigarette, but its the 95% (or more) of the time where I was doing it simply for habit that is the senseless part. Its kind of like the public masturbation thing. :lol:
I've made it through my morning without a smoke which is actually the easiest part for me. This afternoon will be a trial.
For those of that are stated as "casual" smokers now... Did you wait awhile before you casually had another cigarette? Do you fight the cravings again afterwards? Did you have to seperate yourself from situations for a while?
Don't casually have a cigarette. In my opinion, you're just asking to start again and it will just be a matter of time. Those things aren't supposed to work like that, they're made to slowly drag you back in. My wife surprisingly is able to do it but I assume that's because she's not around it very often. She never buys smokes but if she's with certain friends, she'll split on one. I can't do this because the 1st thing I think about the next morning, is having a smoke.
3 years later I can enjoy a smoke now and then, depends who I'm hanging out with, and I feel no ill effects after.
I think you have to go at least 2 years before you can consider yourself ready for "casual smoking".
If I had one a month I'd be surprised, maybe 6 last year total.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 16, 2010, 09:25:21 AM
I think the real struggle I have had and may continue to have is that on very rare occassions I actually do enjoy a cigarette, but its the 95% (or more) of the time where I was doing it simply for habit that is the senseless part. Its kind of like the public masturbation thing. :lol:
I've made it through my morning without a smoke which is actually the easiest part for me. This afternoon will be a trial.
For those of that are stated as "casual" smokers now... Did you wait awhile before you casually had another cigarette? Do you fight the cravings again afterwards? Did you have to seperate yourself from situations for a while?
I wouldn't even be focusing on the possibility of casually smoking at this point.
In my opinion, the truly cigarette addicted rarely can return to a smoke every now and again. I am thinking mattstick is the exception rather then the rule; he seems to have a stronger fortitude/willpower then others. :)
having said that, I did start enjoying the occasional fine cigar two years after I quit. same drug, completely different experience. it's like wolfing down a big mac vs. a savoring a rare tuna steak. sometimes I'll smoke two a week, sometimes not one for two months. draw from that what you will.
I told all my friends about 6 months after finally quitting, "If you ever see me smoking another cigarette, I give you full permission to punch me in the face as hard as you can." Of course, now they're all trying to get me to have a cigarette.
^^^
:-D
Quote from: Superfreakie on February 15, 2010, 11:58:59 PM
Quote from: slslbs on February 15, 2010, 09:00:16 PM
Quote from: mattstick on February 15, 2010, 07:57:50 PM
It's the approach I took - mind over matter. I was ready to quit, which is a big part of it.
good for you that it worked.
some people are more addicted than you probably were.
clearly, you need to be ready to quit.
every day, I spend considerable amount of time trying to get people to quit. they all try.
nothing works universally.
the things that work the best are having a heart attack, stent, or bypass surgery, but even that doesn't work all the time (UncleEb and the others, you don't want to go there)
people who can't quit aren't inherently weak - they're addicted. the tobacco companies knew what they were doing.
Are you a doctor Steve? I remember you writing about med school....
yes
my card \/
Quote from: Phishy69 on February 16, 2010, 10:39:46 AM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 16, 2010, 09:25:21 AM
I think the real struggle I have had and may continue to have is that on very rare occassions I actually do enjoy a cigarette, but its the 95% (or more) of the time where I was doing it simply for habit that is the senseless part. Its kind of like the public masturbation thing. :lol:
I've made it through my morning without a smoke which is actually the easiest part for me. This afternoon will be a trial.
For those of that are stated as "casual" smokers now... Did you wait awhile before you casually had another cigarette? Do you fight the cravings again afterwards? Did you have to seperate yourself from situations for a while?
Don't casually have a cigarette. In my opinion, you're just asking to start again and it will just be a matter of time. Those things aren't supposed to work like that, they're made to slowly drag you back in. My wife surprisingly is able to do it but I assume that's because she's not around it very often. She never buys smokes but if she's with certain friends, she'll split on one. I can't do this because the 1st thing I think about the next morning, is having a smoke.
I don't get casual smoking. Every time I've tried since I have quit, which has been years now, it tastes like shit, like it did the first time I tried a cigarette. There is absolutely no pleasure without my taste buds burned out and without relief from a nic-fit.
I'm like Mattstick. Just quit. Mind over matter. And, when in the process of quitting, to tempt yourself by having one every now and again is, in my opinion, foolish.
Quote from: slslbs on February 16, 2010, 04:04:02 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on February 15, 2010, 11:58:59 PM
Quote from: slslbs on February 15, 2010, 09:00:16 PM
Quote from: mattstick on February 15, 2010, 07:57:50 PM
It's the approach I took - mind over matter. I was ready to quit, which is a big part of it.
good for you that it worked.
some people are more addicted than you probably were.
clearly, you need to be ready to quit.
every day, I spend considerable amount of time trying to get people to quit. they all try.
nothing works universally.
the things that work the best are having a heart attack, stent, or bypass surgery, but even that doesn't work all the time (UncleEb and the others, you don't want to go there)
people who can't quit aren't inherently weak - they're addicted. the tobacco companies knew what they were doing.
Are you a doctor Steve? I remember you writing about med school....
yes
my card \/
:clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
Quote from: Superfreakie on February 16, 2010, 08:39:13 PM
Quote from: slslbs on February 16, 2010, 04:04:02 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on February 15, 2010, 11:58:59 PM
Quote from: slslbs on February 15, 2010, 09:00:16 PM
Quote from: mattstick on February 15, 2010, 07:57:50 PM
It's the approach I took - mind over matter. I was ready to quit, which is a big part of it.
good for you that it worked.
some people are more addicted than you probably were.
clearly, you need to be ready to quit.
every day, I spend considerable amount of time trying to get people to quit. they all try.
nothing works universally.
the things that work the best are having a heart attack, stent, or bypass surgery, but even that doesn't work all the time (UncleEb and the others, you don't want to go there)
people who can't quit aren't inherently weak - they're addicted. the tobacco companies knew what they were doing.
Are you a doctor Steve? I remember you writing about med school....
yes
my card \/
:clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
So yesterday I had a little bit of a false start. I got through the morning with no problems but did break down at lunch. I actually had some smokes leftover from the weekend and was a little bitch about it.
As for today, going well. Got through the lunch break with no faults and look to be on the home stretch for the day (wife gets home in a few hours). :)
And oh yeah, slslbs, nice card!
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 17, 2010, 02:39:27 PM
So yesterday I had a little bit of a false start. I got through the morning with no problems but did break down at lunch. I actually had some smokes leftover from the weekend and was a little bitch about it.
As for today, going well. Got through the lunch break with no faults and look to be on the home stretch for the day (wife gets home in a few hours). :)
And oh yeah, slslbs, nice card!
Make sure there is absolutely no tobacco anywhere near you. Do not hang out with people that smoke in the next couple weeks.
Don't be a fucking idiot and tempt yourself. You will yield to temptation.
Ask yourself the question - am I the guy who can quit smoking and do this, or am I the guy who's going to cave into temptation and have a smoke?
One of these guys is awesome and can do anything - you figure out which one.
I quit cold turkey on June 16th, 2009.
It was the 2nd time I quit but this time it took. For me, I wanted to quit and kept telling myself that I would do it, but never did. Then after a weekend of pure drugs, smokes and booze my body screamed at me to STOP what I was doing. I had a full pack of smokes in my bag and threw them out that day and I've never looked back. One thing I did do different this time that I hadn't in the past was that I didn't tell any of my friends that I was quitting. So since I never asked them to go smoke it totally cut down on chances to have one. Also whenever I was asked to have one, I would just say na, next time, no ones keeping an eye on how much you smoke so no one really notices. It took some of my friends up to a week to realize I had quit and I think that helped SO MUCH!! No one was there to tell me I couldn't do it or wouldn't do it or encouraged me to have that one last cig....
When the time is right you'll quit, you already have the desire to, which so many people don't so you're already half way there.
I think last week I had the same situation from my body telling me to just hang it up. Going up and down stairs just shouldn't wind someone. This quitting situation is 100% on my shoulders. I am not really in situations where I will be around smokers which will help a lot.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 17, 2010, 03:04:41 PM
I think last week I had the same situation from my body telling me to just hang it up. Going up and down stairs just shouldn't wind someone. This quitting situation is 100% on my shoulders. I am not really in situations where I will be around smokers which will help a lot.
Don't be a little bitch. And I'm telling you this because I want you to live a long life....... :clap:
Quote from: Superfreakie on February 17, 2010, 03:17:33 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 17, 2010, 03:04:41 PM
I think last week I had the same situation from my body telling me to just hang it up. Going up and down stairs just shouldn't wind someone. This quitting situation is 100% on my shoulders. I am not really in situations where I will be around smokers which will help a lot.
Don't be a little bitch. And I'm telling you this because I want you to live a long life....... :clap:
Superfreakie... :police:
THANKS!!!!
Quote from: Superfreakie on February 17, 2010, 03:17:33 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 17, 2010, 03:04:41 PM
I think last week I had the same situation from my body telling me to just hang it up. Going up and down stairs just shouldn't wind someone. This quitting situation is 100% on my shoulders. I am not really in situations where I will be around smokers which will help a lot.
Don't be a little bitch. And I'm telling you this because I want you to live a long life....... :clap:
All you need to do is tell yourself "I know I want a cigarette right now. Whether or not I have one, I'll want another one in 30 minutes. Might as well not have one now, then." Worked for me!
2 fully successful days and I am on to number 3.
I have to say I think having these chewing sticks have helped. They have tea tree oil in them and are basically flavored toothpicks. I feel kind of douchey driving down the road or walking into a store with a toothpick, but hey, you gotta do what you gotta do.
Also, thanks a bunch for all of the support out here. I have received a few texts and excellent suggestions.
Nice UncleEb :clap:
It's strange but what actually worked for me (finally :roll:) was a convo I had with Aug on here. He was saying how he had his 5 yr anniversary of smoke free on new year's day and somehow I got involved in the convo saying I wish I could take that step. All he said was, it's easy - just don't smoke. And for some reason, that sat with me and I haven't lit up another cancer stick since. Thanks Aug :beers: , you may not have known but you just may have been the final straw that helped me kick it.
Honorable mention to Redrum and Messengerbird for making me feel like a douche every time I lit up a smoke around them this Summer, hehe. :-D
Quote from: Phishy69 on February 19, 2010, 09:04:21 AM
Nice UncleEb :clap:
It's strange but what actually worked for me (finally :roll:) was a convo I had with Aug on here. He was saying how he had his 5 yr anniversary of smoke free on new year's day and somehow I got involved in the convo saying I wish I could take that step. All he said was, it's easy - just don't smoke. And for some reason, that sat with me and I haven't lit up another cancer stick since. Thanks Aug :beers: , you may not have known but you just may have been the final straw that helped me kick it.
Honorable mention to Redrum and Messengerbird for making me feel like a douche every time I lit up a smoke around them this Summer, hehe. :-D
Well I think mine has come from several years of denial and being lazy. Also, hood and I have kind of tried together in the past and that lasted like an hour. This time though both of us were having some serious discussions and it kind of clicked for me. For me I don't expect that this is really a path to a destination, but a quest that will be challenging as hell and may have some bumps on the road, but I really want to say I don't smoke anymore. That would be nice!
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 19, 2010, 08:47:30 AM
2 fully successful days and I am on to number 3.
From my recollection (and I've been there
several times) it gets much much easier after day 4. You're half-way through the hardest part, in other words. Keep it up, bud!
great job man, keep rocking! physically it does get easier everyday after the 4th. keep checking back here and sharing your experience.
chewing a stick might feel douchey but not as douchey as smoking an expensive leaf that keeps you sick and doesn't even get you high. :)
Quote from: Phishy69 on February 19, 2010, 09:04:21 AM
Nice UncleEb :clap:
It's strange but what actually worked for me (finally :roll:) was a convo I had with Aug on here. He was saying how he had his 5 yr anniversary of smoke free on new year's day and somehow I got involved in the convo saying I wish I could take that step. All he said was, it's easy - just don't smoke. And for some reason, that sat with me and I haven't lit up another cancer stick since. Thanks Aug :beers: , you may not have known but you just may have been the final straw that helped me kick it.
Honorable mention to Redrum and Messengerbird for making me feel like a douche every time I lit up a smoke around them this Summer, hehe. :-D
The Paug, saving lives since 2004....
I had a friend totally sell me on the idea of 3-3-3 (3 days, 3 weeks, 3 months). He told me its the hardest to hit these marks when you are trying to quit. So with each one you pass without smoking its like a little victory for yourself. I have no idea if he made it up but it did help to have little milestones to check off and something to work for.
Quote from: Phishy69 on February 19, 2010, 09:04:21 AM
Nice UncleEb :clap:
It's strange but what actually worked for me (finally :roll:) was a convo I had with Aug on here. He was saying how he had his 5 yr anniversary of smoke free on new year's day and somehow I got involved in the convo saying I wish I could take that step. All he said was, it's easy - just don't smoke. And for some reason, that sat with me and I haven't lit up another cancer stick since. Thanks Aug :beers: , you may not have known but you just may have been the final straw that helped me kick it.
Honorable mention to Redrum and Messengerbird for making me feel like a douche every time I lit up a smoke around them this Summer, hehe. :-D
:oops:
Good for you!
I guess as you get older, other things become more important than the
now and you want to be around to experience them.
Smoking sucks.
I'll be honest and say that I truly believe that it's a disgusting habit.
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Ok, bud, it's been 3 days with no post in here, how you doing? Lets get an update! It's why I started this, was for folks to keep me honest, and it didn't work for me, but that doesn't mean you're off the hook. I'm going to call you out on it. The weekend couldn't have been easy, let us know you made it through though. And I'm only doing this because hopefully sooner rather than later, I'm going to need the same support.
just skimming this thread made me want to smoke. :roll:
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 19, 2010, 09:10:08 AM
For me I don't expect that this is really a path to a destination, but a quest that will be challenging as hell and may have some bumps on the road, but I really want to say I don't smoke anymore. That would be nice!
everytime you give yourself an out by saying "i may have some bumps in the road," youre just conceding that youre not 100% ready to quit. stop being a pussy. youre at the top of the food chain, damnit! opposable thumbs! we win! now go be a winner and stop paying good money to poison yourself.
Well, I was good to go until Saturday. I had a "disagreement" with my wife and broke down. Then on Sunday I was a lame-o pussy ass and smoked while I was golfing. Fortunately, by the end of the day the smokes were gone and I was able to get back on the wagon.
Current status,
2/17, 2/18, 2/19 smoke free
2/20 and 2/21 I was a little bitch, however I did not smoke 1 bit while drinking Saturday night (quite a bit I might add)
2/22 and thus far smoke free
That's where I am right now. Kind of pissed that I broke down this weekend, but also excited that I have not smoked 5 out of 7 days. I will keep posting out here, just did not want it to be my personal blog. I mean, really, how could I keep up with Soph? :-D
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Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 23, 2010, 01:56:33 PM
Well, I was good to go until Saturday. I had a "disagreement" with my wife and broke down.
this sounds like a perfect excuse. tell the wife you MUST get your way - if she disagrees with you, that might force you to have a cig
:-)
Edit - great work, keep it going
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 23, 2010, 01:56:33 PM
Well, I was good to go until Saturday. I had a "disagreement" with my wife and broke down. Then on Sunday I was a lame-o pussy ass and smoked while I was golfing. Fortunately, by the end of the day the smokes were gone and I was able to get back on the wagon.
Current status,
2/17, 2/18, 2/19 smoke free
2/20 and 2/21 I was a little bitch, however I did not smoke 1 bit while drinking Saturday night (quite a bit I might add)
2/22 and thus far smoke free
That's where I am right now. Kind of pissed that I broke down this weekend, but also excited that I have not smoked 5 out of 7 days. I will keep posting out here, just did not want it to be my personal blog. I mean, really, how could I keep up with Soph? :-D
Not smoking while drinking :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: congrats, that's the hardest part of the battle!!!
After being almost smoke free for a year, I still had a moment of weakness this weekend and drank too much and wanted a smoke way too bad....I did not give into it though :) It was 2 days of wanting a smoke but when I woke up Monday morning and didn't have a cigarette hangover I was so happy I didn't give in.
Keep up the good work!!!
Don't make excuses, I used my Dad's passing as a reason to start again. After the inital shock of everything I probably could have put them down again and then just made one excuse after the next (gotta deal with the estate = smoke etc. etc.) and soon enough I was smoking again. It's all just excuses. Get rid of them. If you make them now, you will always make them. This is EXACTLY why I think cold turkey will not work for me again. I make excuses and justify them in my head. When I quit with patches, it helps get past those decision/excuse points.
I was making excuses for years and even did over the weekend.
So today I have passed the 3 day mark again. So far so good. Feeling fine and although I have some minor thoughts of smoking, nothing too serious.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 25, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
I was making excuses for years and even did over the weekend.
So today I have passed the 3 day mark again. So far so good. Feeling fine and although I have some minor thoughts of smoking, nothing too serious.
:clap:
people in the process of quitting are never fully aware of the insane addictive power of nicotine. :) lots of "whistling in the dark" is what I mean.
don't let it fool you! you might be doing fine after a few days/weeks, but the giant is just sleeping and getting stronger. do not underestimate your foe! he will be back to cause a mental twist that totally screws you over.
just my experience, ymmv, etc.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 25, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
I was making excuses for years and even did over the weekend.
So today I have passed the 3 day mark again. So far so good. Feeling fine and although I have some minor thoughts of smoking, nothing too serious.
great!
so, now you should stop looking at it as a "work in progress," and make it a done deal in your head.
you are no longer "trying to quit smoking." you have just quit. its over, walk away.
Quote from: guyforget on February 25, 2010, 11:30:47 AM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on February 25, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
I was making excuses for years and even did over the weekend.
So today I have passed the 3 day mark again. So far so good. Feeling fine and although I have some minor thoughts of smoking, nothing too serious.
great!
so, now you should stop looking at it as a "work in progress," and make it a done deal in your head.
you are no longer "trying to quit smoking." you have just quit. its over, walk away.
Do, or do not. There is no try.
New report...
Today was day #8 with no smokes. Still have my cravings from time to time. Still grab a chewing stick which helps.
This is the second longest streak ever. I had a 14 day stint when I very first started this journey 3 years ago. Yeah, pretty ridiculous I know.
So far so good.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on March 01, 2010, 07:52:47 PM
New report...
Today was day #8 with no smokes. Still have my cravings from time to time. Still grab a chewing stick which helps.
This is the second longest streak ever. I had a 14 day stint when I very first started this journey 3 years ago. Yeah, pretty ridiculous I know.
So far so good.
:rawk:
This shit is too funny I just have to post it.
Nice job UncleEb.... keep it up! :clap:
Seinfeld- George starts smoking (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C02lvgmm4DQ#)
"can't stop now!"
awesome
:beers:
Quote from: slslbs on March 01, 2010, 10:14:34 PM
awesome
:beers:
Way to go man, keep it up -- You will be thanking yourself for years to come!
Today marks a full 2 weeks of no smoking. :banana:
I have definitely had some severe cravings. I asked a buddy if he had a smoke last weekend and luckily he did not, I would not have this news to report. Definitely not very easy and I'll just have to keep plugging along. When I get the craving, I just hit up one of my chew sticks and that seems to be helping.
They are sort oif menthol flavored and are soaked in tea tree oil. The menthol thing makes it like a mint not a Newport.
Quote from: rowjimmy on March 08, 2010, 12:49:09 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on March 08, 2010, 12:46:53 PM
Toda
You don't say?
I clicked too fast and they had to retype my whole thing...also got side tracked...go figure. See post below.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on March 08, 2010, 12:46:53 PM
Today marks a full 2 weeks of no smoking. :banana:
I have definitely had some severe cravings. I asked a buddy if he had a smoke last weekend and luckily he did not, I would not have this news to report. Definitely not very easy and I'll just have to keep plugging along. When I get the craving, I just hit up one of my chew sticks and that seems to be helping.
They are sort oif menthol flavored and are soaked in tea tree oil. The menthol thing makes it like a mint not a Newport.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on March 08, 2010, 12:46:53 PM
Today marks a full 2 weeks of no smoking. :banana:
I have definitely had some severe cravings. I asked a buddy if he had a smoke last weekend and luckily he did not, I would not have this news to report. Definitely not very easy and I'll just have to keep plugging along. When I get the craving, I just hit up one of my chew sticks and that seems to be helping.
They are sort oif menthol flavored and are soaked in tea tree oil. The menthol thing makes it like a mint not a Newport.
Good work, dude.
Keep fighting the good fight.
i asked hood about how you were doing with this quitting stuff....
wtg, B!
keep it up :)
Two weeks is a turning point and a huge achievement. At this point you should have no chemical dependence and almost all of your cravings are mental, remind yourself of this and make it a month!!!
Quote from: thatfargone on March 08, 2010, 01:15:39 PM
Two weeks is a turning point and a huge achievement. At this point you should have no chemical dependence and almost all of your cravings are mental, remind yourself of this and make it a month!!!
So now I got to block
THIS avatar. :shakehead:
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 08, 2010, 01:46:45 PM
Quote from: thatfargone on March 08, 2010, 01:15:39 PM
Two weeks is a turning point and a huge achievement. At this point you should have no chemical dependence and almost all of your cravings are mental, remind yourself of this and make it a month!!!
So now I got to block THIS avatar. :shakehead:
LOL! Don't fret it's just for today in honor of her achievement. It's only appropriate before I change it.
Today is my daughter's 3rd birthday and I've been preparing to quit on this day for a couple of weeks now.
So far so good. Resisted work breaks, even though I was working alone and bored. Resisted lunch smoke. Gotta go home and deal with the wife smoking, but we haven't smoked inside for 5-6 years, so that shouldn't be too much of a problem.
Here we go again-
Day One
Quote from: nab on March 16, 2010, 03:51:26 PM
Today is my daughter's 3rd birthday and I've been preparing to quit on this day for a couple of weeks now.
So far so good. Resisted work breaks, even though I was working alone and bored. Resisted lunch smoke. Gotta go home and deal with the wife smoking, but we haven't smoked inside for 5-6 years, so that shouldn't be too much of a problem.
Here we go again-
Day One
good luck, dude.
It's tough but be strong.
Show that nasty shit who's boss.
Good luck Nab :beers:
go, nab, go
get on one of those quit calculators that adds up $$ saved
and put it in your girl's college fund, or take her to disneyworld, or buy her a savings bond, or....
plenty of things you can do w/ that $$ to inspire you to keep off the smokes.
Quote from: nab on March 16, 2010, 03:51:26 PM
Today is my daughter's 3rd birthday and I've been preparing to quit on this day for a couple of weeks now.
So far so good. Resisted work breaks, even though I was working alone and bored. Resisted lunch smoke. Gotta go home and deal with the wife smoking, but we haven't smoked inside for 5-6 years, so that shouldn't be too much of a problem.
Here we go again-
Day One
Good job buddy! I've been trying to prep to quit this weekend as well for a couple weeks now. Only had one in 2 days now, but today started flipping out earlier. Know what's tough? I think wanting to quit isn't the hard part, it's getting through the withdrawals. I was flipping out last night around the 48 hours mark, and had one smoke left I was going to use in dire emergency only, and smoked it, about half way through, when the craving was gone and my mind was back, I put it out. And I think that's the way its got to be. Weaning off it. Absolutely resisting until you can't take it anymore, doing just enough to get you by, and then eventually, the resisting gets easier. At least that's what I'm hoping for.
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 16, 2010, 03:58:45 PM
Quote from: nab on March 16, 2010, 03:51:26 PM
Today is my daughter's 3rd birthday and I've been preparing to quit on this day for a couple of weeks now.
So far so good. Resisted work breaks, even though I was working alone and bored. Resisted lunch smoke. Gotta go home and deal with the wife smoking, but we haven't smoked inside for 5-6 years, so that shouldn't be too much of a problem.
Here we go again-
Day One
Good job buddy! I've been trying to prep to quit this weekend as well for a couple weeks now. Only had one in 2 days now, but today started flipping out earlier. Know what's tough? I think wanting to quit isn't the hard part, it's getting through the withdrawals. I was flipping out last night around the 48 hours mark, and had one smoke left I was going to use in dire emergency only, and smoked it, about half way through, when the craving was gone and my mind was back, I put it out. And I think that's the way its got to be. Weaning off it. Absolutely resisting until you can't take it anymore, doing just enough to get you by, and then eventually, the resisting gets easier. At least that's what I'm hoping for.
your minds playing tricks on you.
Quote from: guyforget on March 16, 2010, 04:02:51 PM
your minds playing tricks on you.
It's true.
Getto Boys (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayXm1gfzQp0#)
Quote from: guyforget on March 16, 2010, 04:02:51 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 16, 2010, 03:58:45 PM
Quote from: nab on March 16, 2010, 03:51:26 PM
Today is my daughter's 3rd birthday and I've been preparing to quit on this day for a couple of weeks now.
So far so good. Resisted work breaks, even though I was working alone and bored. Resisted lunch smoke. Gotta go home and deal with the wife smoking, but we haven't smoked inside for 5-6 years, so that shouldn't be too much of a problem.
Here we go again-
Day One
Good job buddy! I've been trying to prep to quit this weekend as well for a couple weeks now. Only had one in 2 days now, but today started flipping out earlier. Know what's tough? I think wanting to quit isn't the hard part, it's getting through the withdrawals. I was flipping out last night around the 48 hours mark, and had one smoke left I was going to use in dire emergency only, and smoked it, about half way through, when the craving was gone and my mind was back, I put it out. And I think that's the way its got to be. Weaning off it. Absolutely resisting until you can't take it anymore, doing just enough to get you by, and then eventually, the resisting gets easier. At least that's what I'm hoping for.
your minds playing tricks on you.
yep. the resisting will never get easier as long as nicotine is still entering your system. Every time it enters, you go back to square one. Essentially, you now find yourself on the hamster wheel.
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 16, 2010, 03:58:45 PM
I think wanting to quit isn't the hard part, it's getting through the withdrawals. I was flipping out last night around the 48 hours mark, and had one smoke left I was going to use in dire emergency only, and smoked it, about half way through, when the craving was gone and my mind was back, I put it out. And I think that's the way its got to be. Weaning off it. Absolutely resisting until you can't take it anymore, doing just enough to get you by, and then eventually, the resisting gets easier. At least that's what I'm hoping for.
I hope that works for you. Never did for me and I have tried that approach. You never really "quit" that way and always leave yourself open for "Just one more" or as an easy crutch when things get stressful or emotional.
If you have not, I would recommend using the patch or some other cigarette replacement instead of that emergency smoke. You will get your nicotine but not giving into the psychological side of smoking a cigarette.
Trust me when I had quit...I was over the chemical dependency but still had the psychological stuff. I didn't need to smoke at all, didn't even have nicotine cravings...I just wanted to feel the smoke in my lungs....to see the smoke, feel the cigarette in my hand, etc. etc.
hood you are one that has seen my previous attempts at quitting. The last year or so, I had quit only while my wife was around which just became ridiculous. I am not sure what clicked this last time, but I think I felt like I was just being a little bitch and needed to stop. Dude, the cravings are still here like crazy. I smoked for 15 years pretty much every day and a good portion of that time was a pack a day until the last year or so where I went down to about 1/4.
Anyhow, long story short, I still think about smoking. What I think about are the handful (literally handful) of times where for just a second I enjoyed a smoke. That's going to be my struggle, but the other 99.999999999% of the cigarettes were pure habit.
Yeah the 48 hour mark is crucial and the 3 day thing is pretty big. The 3-3-3 rule has been a helpful reminder of how to take baby steps. I just passed week 3 yesterday. Its easier than day 1, but I still want cig from time to time.
Also, removing from situations helps too. Throw your smokes out. You've done this before so don't be a bitch!!!
Nab, way to go!!! Stay strong and take it a day at a time.
Good luck
:beers:
fwiw, I recently heard a talk that the best success is combining the patch with lozenges. Obviously there is no one best method for everyone.
Quote from: slslbs on March 16, 2010, 04:30:00 PM
Good luck
:beers:
fwiw, I recently heard a talk that the best success is combining the patch with lozenges. Obviously there is no one best method for everyone.
Sounds like a blend of attacking the physical addiction and the oral fixation.
Quote from: slslbs on March 16, 2010, 04:30:00 PM
Good luck
:beers:
fwiw, I recently heard a talk that the best success is combining the patch with lozenges. Obviously there is no one best method for everyone.
Hopefully not at EXACTLY the same time...
Quote from: nab on March 16, 2010, 03:51:26 PM
Today is my daughter's 3rd birthday and I've been preparing to quit on this day for a couple of weeks now.
So far so good. Resisted work breaks, even though I was working alone and bored. Resisted lunch smoke. Gotta go home and deal with the wife smoking, but we haven't smoked inside for 5-6 years, so that shouldn't be too much of a problem.
Here we go again-
Day One
Good for you, man.
Whenever you feel the urge, just think of dancing with your daughter at her wedding. If you want to be there for it...don't have a cigarette.
hi my name is SLIM and i am an addict.
-does anybody else find the only time they can think clealy about quitting is when they are smoking a cigarette?
Quote from: VA slim on March 17, 2010, 06:25:00 PM
hi my name is SLIM and i am an addict.
-does anybody else find the only time they can think clealy about quitting is when they are smoking a cigarette?
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on March 17, 2010, 06:28:20 PM
Quote from: VA slim on March 17, 2010, 06:25:00 PM
hi my name is SLIM and i am an addict.
-does anybody else find the only time they can think clealy about quitting is when they are smoking a cigarette?
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Steps to Quitting CigarettesStep 1: Smoke a cigarette
Day Two-
Still smoke free. I had an awful vision yesterday of my daughter holding a sign that said "Don't Smoke. You Are MY DADDY"
That had a profound effect on me. Any time in the past few days that things have gotten rough, I think of that and sober right up.
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on March 17, 2010, 06:50:57 PM
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on March 17, 2010, 06:28:20 PM
Quote from: VA slim on March 17, 2010, 06:25:00 PM
hi my name is SLIM and i am an addict.
-does anybody else find the only time they can think clealy about quitting is when they are smoking a cigarette?
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Steps to Quitting Cigarettes
Step 1: Smoke a cigarette
Step 2: ???
Step 3: Profit!
Quote from: kellerb on March 17, 2010, 08:48:47 PM
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on March 17, 2010, 06:50:57 PM
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on March 17, 2010, 06:28:20 PM
Quote from: VA slim on March 17, 2010, 06:25:00 PM
hi my name is SLIM and i am an addict.
-does anybody else find the only time they can think clealy about quitting is when they are smoking a cigarette?
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Steps to Quitting Cigarettes
Step 1: Smoke a cigarette
Step 2: ???
Step 3: Profit!
Step 3: Complete day 3.
I did.
:beers: good work nab!
Way to go buddy! Keep it up! :clap:
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 19, 2010, 09:54:27 AM
Way to go buddy! Keep it up! :clap:
Myself, I'm at 2 and a half months, so I feel I'm in the home stretch. It seems to be getting easier now and the cravings are getting fewer and far between.
:beers:
Just checking in.
Just completed day 5, 'bout ready to hit the sack.
Had a conversation with the wife. She's still resistant, but starting to crack. Luckily, I'm way more concentrated on quitting myself this time and not as worried by what she's doing. But the ripple effect is starting to happen.
Howdy All, still in the game.
fucking great to hear man,
however hard it is to climb up that hill, it will be 10x as glorious to run down it
Nice work, Nab.
Keep it up.
I have a goal in mind, and I'm using the financial aspect of quitting to help me along. I've been spending money on "smokes", but instead of buying cigarettes, I've been socking away the 6 bucks a day instead. I'm an absolute Final Fantasy freak, and don't have a console to play the latest game. I figure that by the middle of May, at this rate, I will.
Way to go Nab :clap:
Checking in again,
Day 6 Complete.
No applause needed, just feel accountable here. :rawk:
Quote from: Phishy69 on March 19, 2010, 10:07:41 AM
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 19, 2010, 09:54:27 AM
Way to go buddy! Keep it up! :clap:
Myself, I'm at 2 and a half months, so I feel I'm in the home stretch. It seems to be getting easier now and the cravings are getting fewer and far between.
congrats man, that's a real good time in the quitting process. you definitely have lots to be proud of. sounds crazy, but beware of when the true cravings stop. around 6 months i hadn't had a real craving in a while, but my mind started playing these stupid tricks on me, i'd see someone smoking a cigarette and think about how nice it would be to have one. Truly insanity to make it that far from the last cigarette and suddenly, after all that pain and bullshit, my still addicted brain is telling me it would be all good to have one.
nab: i love your idea about paying yourself your cigarette money. you'll have a badass new gaming console in no time. :beers:
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 22, 2010, 09:07:03 AM
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
Good luck!
Quote from: thatfargone on March 23, 2010, 12:50:40 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 22, 2010, 09:07:03 AM
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
Good luck!
One week today. Things are getting easier, but I still have some tough times. Those times are fewer and farther between though.
Quote from: nab on March 23, 2010, 12:52:31 PM
Quote from: thatfargone on March 23, 2010, 12:50:40 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 22, 2010, 09:07:03 AM
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
Good luck!
One week today. Things are getting easier, but I still have some tough times. Those times are fewer and farther between though.
Nice Job!!! :clap: :clap:
Quote from: nab on March 23, 2010, 12:52:31 PM
Quote from: thatfargone on March 23, 2010, 12:50:40 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 22, 2010, 09:07:03 AM
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
Good luck!
One week today. Things are getting easier, but I still have some tough times. Those times are fewer and farther between though.
Nab....the one week barrier is HUGE and not to be underestimated. Congratulations :rawk: . But watch out for week two, it's a mind fucker.
just keep doing what youre doing, nab, concede nothing.
Quote from: guyforget on March 23, 2010, 01:12:52 PM
just keep doing what youre doing, nab, concede nothing.
THIS.
And jj, hold to it, man. The longer you smoke the harder it gets. Remember the rule of threes.
:beers:
well here comes day three. :samurai: ive tried to do this before and this day sucks.
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 24, 2010, 08:30:53 AM
well here comes day three. :samurai: ive tried to do this before and this day sucks.
Keep it up. I actually found the latter half of week one to be slightly harder, but that may have been environmental. Now the first half of week two, the pressure seems to be easing up. I get the strong attacks every 2-3 hours instead of every hour. Also, this was the first morning I woke up that I wasn't afraid of facing the day without smoking.
This thread has also been immensely helpful to me. From here I have picked up:
1. The rule of threes (You're about to conquer the first one)
2. The fact that smoking does nothing to get rid of nicotine addiction (I believe it was pieguy who said, and I'll paraphrase: "If have a smoke now, I'll still want one in a half an hour if I smoke one or not, so I might as well not smoke one")
3. Support
4. Accountability- I know that if my posts stop here, everyone will suspect that I have not succeeded. I don't think that anyone would pass judgment on me for that, rather the relationship is positive- that I want them to think better of me than they did before.
Thank You 'paug. :clap:
Nice Post, nab.
Stay with it jj. You just gotta keep on pushing.
Quote from: nab on March 24, 2010, 09:17:37 AM
4. Accountability- I know that if my posts stop here, everyone will suspect that I have not succeeded.
Which reminds me...
A certain potser has stopped giving us updates.
Here's hoping he's too distracted by all the crazy levels of oxygen in his breathing...
I haven't forgot, I have been super slammed the past few days. Before I go forward, excellent work nab and JJ. It is a challenge, but beginning the challenge is step 1. Conquering is steps 2-100,000,000,000. Keep it up!!!
I have to agree whole-heartedly with #4. I definitely was using this as an option for accountability and having support from other here has been so helpful.
Now, comes the news (bad and then good). So this weekend was my brother's bachelor party. Every single one of his friend's smoke and so does he. The temptation was just absolutely ridiculous. I broke down and basically had a weekend bender with cigarettes. It is definitely an excuse, but it is what happened. For this I am dissappointed that the streak ended.
Now the good news!!! I can report again, that I have entered day 3 of non-smoking again and expect to be back on track. Monday, kind of blew, but I remembered that I just went weeks without them so I just have to start over. I have used my chewing sticks and just kept on plugging away.
wow, i cant even read each post in this thread, because i want to quit so bad... whoever is quitting --mad props and blessings,,,, i was telling myself last nite that if i could quit in a month then i would allow myself to see more shows this summer. i really need to quit. bad. :|
Fight the good fight, dude.
Many's the night I've found myself the only one not smoking.
I'm also the one who is more likely to go home not reeking of smoke (especially with the new no-smoking laws in VA.)
I'm also the one who is more likely to wake up and not hack up a lung.
The urge to conform to your environment is strong. There are still moments when I feel a cigarette seems the totally obvious way to pass the time waiting for a train or whatever and I haven't been a smoker for 15 years.
You just have to remind yourself that not-smoking is ok too.
Quote from: VA slim on March 24, 2010, 10:54:38 AM
wow, i cant even read each post in this thread, because i want to quit so bad... whoever is quitting --mad props and blessings,,,, i was telling myself last nite that if i could quit in a month then i would allow myself to see more shows this summer. i really need to quit. bad. :|
Think of how many MORE shows you could go to if you quit right now?!?!?! and I'm not talking just this tour, its your future here we're talking about!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You want to do it, the battles half won :-D
Quote from: VA slim on March 24, 2010, 10:54:38 AM
wow, i cant even read each post in this thread, because i want to quit so bad... whoever is quitting --mad props and blessings,,,, i was telling myself last nite that if i could quit in a month then i would allow myself to see more shows this summer. i really need to quit. bad. :|
Well, my first piece of advice is you need to be ready and willing. My wife bitched at me almost every day for 1.5 years and that didn't really do anything other than make for stupid "tiffs."
The first few days will pretty much suck, but you can make it through. Also, don't be afraid to use medication or things to help you along and for me, this has become a pretty good outlet. Holding yourself accountable is the big thing. Even though I faltered and was 100% a little bitch this weekend, I am back on the train and trying again. I'll beat it and so will everyone else here!
Quote from: VA slim on March 24, 2010, 10:54:38 AM
wow, i cant even read each post in this thread, because i want to quit so bad... whoever is quitting --mad props and blessings,,,, i was telling myself last nite that if i could quit in a month then i would allow myself to see more shows this summer. i really need to quit. bad. :|
Yeah, the first picture I ever saw of you, I think you were smoking two cigarettes! I thought, "Man, this guy's a hardcore smoker, huh".
Quote from: rowjimmy on March 24, 2010, 10:58:40 AM
Fight the good fight, dude.
Many's the night I've found myself the only one not smoking.
I'm also the one who is more likely to go home not reeking of smoke (especially with the new no-smoking laws in VA.)
I'm also the one who is more likely to wake up and not hack up a lung.
The urge to conform to your environment is strong. There are still moments when I feel a cigarette seems the totally obvious way to pass the time waiting for a train or whatever and I haven't been a smoker for 15 years.
You just have to remind yourself that not-smoking is ok too.
To add to this, I spent the weekend surrounded by smokers. My wife was away and we decided to pop some mushies on Friday night. Well, I'm sure most of you know that smoking and mushies go hand in hand, or atleast they always did for me. So I had to exercise mad will power to not puff and I made it through, even when I was the only one who stayed inside while the rest of the trippers went out every half hour on the half hr.
Thank the lord for :smoke:, it saved me that night.
:-D
^ Dude that right there is some crazy will power. Good for you. WOW! Can't even imagine not smoking while spun. If you can do that...you can do anything.
Yeah, I didn't think that one through at the time. Then when everyone was going out for smokes, I was like 'F$#@!'
I made it though and I think that was the real test, I should be good for life now :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
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i might have to save these adds and have them rotate on my desktop... (neat, spiffy feature in my new laptop!)
some great ads, there....
While anti-smoking ads are quite powerful...if you are
that desperate for a new desktop pic...I can send something your way. :wink:
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i might have to save these adds and have them rotate on my desktop... (neat, spiffy feature in my new laptop!)
some great ads, there....
While anti-smoking ads are quite powerful...if you are that desperate for a new desktop pic...I can send something your way. :wink:
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its more the idea to remind myself it's bad for me :)
I just wanted to pop in here and give a HUGE :clap: :clap: :clap: to all of you trying to quit..
JJ, nab, UncleEb, Phishy69 and anyone else I may have missed -- congrats for taking the first step!
I am the O N L Y one of all my friends who doesn't smoke, and have watched everyone of them struggle w/ quitting and fail many times...... the fact that you guys have made it this far is FANTASTIC!
CIGARETTS ARE SO NASTY!
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on March 24, 2010, 08:42:22 PM
CIGARETTS ARE SO NASTY!
I agree. I have been smoking since I was 17. I wish I would have never started. I've tried to quit too many times to count, but each time has been a big 'ol FAIL.
congrats
keep it up
:rawk:
i found having plenty of
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with the addition of of plently of :tte: seems to help a lot, sayonara day three.
:clap:
Yes, jj, that can def. help.
Well done on day three. Let's kick day four's ass now.
Nice job jj!
Surprisingly, that doesn't help me at all. Drinking beers only bothers me nominally more than no beer at all, but smoking makes me want to smoke bad.
Go figure.
Congrats, keep doing what works for you.
well nab its not really helping that much today. day five might be one of the worst days ive had in years. I need a nap.
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 26, 2010, 05:45:18 PM
well nab its not really helping that much today. day five might be one of the worst days ive had in years. I need a nap.
don't give in during the hard moments and you will pass through. Day six will be better. There is always one really bad day. If you can get over it.....
Quote from: Superfreakie on March 26, 2010, 06:09:49 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 26, 2010, 05:45:18 PM
well nab its not really helping that much today. day five might be one of the worst days ive had in years. I need a nap.
don't give in during the hard moments and you will pass through. Day six will be better. There is always one really bad day. If you can get over it.....
i think sunday is gunna be the first real nice day just cause i know how the restaurant will be tomorrow morning. this day was a beast but im home now and gettin down with some" He Brew" and the Elvis Diesel. :smoke:
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 26, 2010, 06:15:14 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on March 26, 2010, 06:09:49 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 26, 2010, 05:45:18 PM
well nab its not really helping that much today. day five might be one of the worst days ive had in years. I need a nap.
don't give in during the hard moments and you will pass through. Day six will be better. There is always one really bad day. If you can get over it.....
i think sunday is gunna be the first real nice day just cause i know how the restaurant will be tomorrow morning. this day was a beast but im home now and gettin down with some" He Brew" and the Elvis Diesel. :smoke:
:clap: :beerbang: :music: :banana: :tte:
Quote from: Superfreakie on March 26, 2010, 11:32:30 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 26, 2010, 06:15:14 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on March 26, 2010, 06:09:49 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 26, 2010, 05:45:18 PM
well nab its not really helping that much today. day five might be one of the worst days ive had in years. I need a nap.
don't give in during the hard moments and you will pass through. Day six will be better. There is always one really bad day. If you can get over it.....
i think sunday is gunna be the first real nice day just cause i know how the restaurant will be tomorrow morning. this day was a beast but im home now and gettin down with some" He Brew" and the Elvis Diesel. :smoke:
:clap: :beerbang: :music: :banana: :tte:
Day 10
I realized today that I was spending more time not worrying about smokes than I was obsessing about smoking them. It gets easier.
Six months is my hurdle, and the last time I was this serous was more than 3 years ago, but its day by day at this point.
:banana:
Keep it up fellas.
today went awesome. Sleep like shit but went to work with bad intentions. actually after about an hour first thing, really flowed well. Few cravings today so far. Now I got off and im playing golf again tomorrow. :banana:
y'all are rocking it! keep coming here and sharing.
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 22, 2010, 09:07:03 AM
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
been one hell of a week. time to go to work, thanks everyone for all the kynd words and encouragement this past week.
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 29, 2010, 08:10:14 AM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 22, 2010, 09:07:03 AM
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
been one hell of a week. time to go to work, thanks everyone for all the kynd words and encouragement this past week.
keep it up. a little more suffering in store this week, but its a cheap price compared to the rewards later. a really really cheap price! :rockout:
Atta boy JJ, keep it up :clap:
Quote from: postjack on March 29, 2010, 08:33:03 AM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 29, 2010, 08:10:14 AM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 22, 2010, 09:07:03 AM
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
been one hell of a week. time to go to work, thanks everyone for all the kynd words and encouragement this past week.
keep it up. a little more suffering in store this week, but its a cheap price compared to the rewards later. a really really cheap price! :rockout:
Congrats!
I'm just rounding out week two (I'll be there tomorrow) and I can attest to the suffering. This week is where you find out if your reasoning is going to work. It's easy to white knuckle your way through the first week, since you are so determined that sheer stubbornness can get the job done. Now the battle really starts.
Fortunately, by now you have probably started to get used to not smoking. This is also the week where I realized I was spending more time forgetting about smoking than I was obsessing about it. This is also the week that other people's smoke started turning from desirable to disgusting. This was also the week that I was able to go out and have a few drinks and not really worry about smoking, though smoke free bars in Montana definitely help.
Quote from: nab on March 29, 2010, 08:38:59 AM
This is also the week that other people's smoke started turning from desirable to disgusting. This was also the week that I was able to go out and have a few drinks and not really worry about smoking, though smoke free bars in Montana definitely help.
I definitely experienced this. It kinda turned me off to see other people smoke. I wasn't sure if that was my mind trying to convince myself of this as I wasn't allowing myself to have one or if it actually was repulsive.
Quote from: Phishy69 on March 29, 2010, 09:05:24 AM
Quote from: nab on March 29, 2010, 08:38:59 AM
This is also the week that other people's smoke started turning from desirable to disgusting. This was also the week that I was able to go out and have a few drinks and not really worry about smoking, though smoke free bars in Montana definitely help.
I definitely experienced this. It kinda turned me off to see other people smoke. I wasn't sure if that was my mind trying to convince myself of this as I wasn't allowing myself to have one or if it actually was repulsive.
The smoke actually grows repulsive. I had some urges this weekend, but I just stayed strong and stayed inside. You're right the smoke free bars definitely help out.
Congrats to everyone doing so well!!!
so weird, I seem to have so much extra time on my hands now. :music: and writing a bit more. 8-)
Three weeks tomorrow morning, and I'm not smoking a cigarette before bed.
I'm about a third of the way to my financial goal of saving up for an xbox 360 on saved smoke money. I have $126 socked away in cold hard cash just by throwing my daily smoke money at myself instead of at my lungs.
Quote from: nab on April 06, 2010, 01:32:03 AM
Three weeks tomorrow morning, and I'm not smoking a cigarette before bed.
I'm about a third of the way to my financial goal of saving up for an xbox 360 on saved smoke money. I have $126 socked away in cold hard cash just by throwing my daily smoke money at myself instead of at my lungs.
fucking brilliant. You have just passed a huge milestone. Getting over the second/third week is a BIG key to success. If you lived near me, I would invite you over for :beers:
Great Progress, nab.
Keep it up!
Quote from: nab on April 06, 2010, 01:32:03 AM
Three weeks tomorrow morning, and I'm not smoking a cigarette before bed.
I'm about a third of the way to my financial goal of saving up for an xbox 360 on saved smoke money. I have $126 socked away in cold hard cash just by throwing my daily smoke money at myself instead of at my lungs.
:clap: way to go fellow quitter. yesterday was three weeks for myself as well. and you made the right choice saving for a 360. when you get it look up gamer tag- smafa (me). as for myself $112 has been saved and its def going to a good fund (DC>Alpine>JB). :clap:
:clap:
Great job guys.
So after reading a couple articles last year on quitting being "contagious", I started this thread with the intention of quitting, and maybe getting a few others to quit as well. People offered great stories, advice, and encouragement, but I don't think I ever made it past 2 or 3 days. Little did I realize that it wouldn't be until almost a year later, that other people would be the ones quitting, and the "contagious" part, would come back on me.
A few weeks ago, with Uncleeb quitting, then nab, then jj getting involved, and seeing them going through it gave me the motivation to give this another go. After 15 years, and constantly putting another "quit date" in front of me, I decided I just needed to do it. Hearing of their struggles made me realize, it would be difficult, but if they can do it, so can I, and most importantly, I won't be doing it alone.
After a couple a rough starts of making it 2 days twice, and then starting again a week later only to make it 3 days, I'm proud to say, that here I am on day 12, and feeling good about it. I didn't want to say anything earlier, because maybe I didn't believe I could do it, maybe I didn't want to be held accountable if I couldn't do it, maybe just cause I didn't want to jinx it, I don't know. But it occurred to me last night that it was hearing nab and uncleeb and jj's struggles that helped me do this too, so maybe the more people on here quitting, the more "contagious" it will be.
It hasn't been easy, but I feel like this time, it's for real. Everyone said get through 3 days, and yeah, that was tough, it actually took several tries. But what really got me was days 4 and 5. It was painful. I had such a bad headache and nausea on day 4, that I had to leave work early take some ibuprofen and just go to bed the rest of the day. I was snapping and just being an all out asshole and then having to apologize for it (hence my today I hate "people" post from last week). But I kept telling myself how much better it would be once I got through that.
And it does get better. I still "crave" one now and then, but not physically, moreso mentally. And every time I do, I've had to come up with something to distract myself from it. I've used sunflower seeds, flavored toothpicks, butterscotch candy, lifesavers, thoughts of people I love, music and the thought that I want to experience so many more of those beautiful moments, thoughts of my dad quitting when I was a kid, just so much. I feel like I now have this arsenal of things in my mind to combat those thoughts. Sometimes something I've used in the past will work, sometimes I have to come up with something completely new. But every time I fight it, I get stronger and add to that arsenal.
More than everyones stories earlier and the financial savings and the obvious health reasons on why someone should quit, I think it's seeing your friends quit, and having them know you support them, and being one anothers motivation that has been most influential for me. SO anyhow, I just wanted to thank nab, and uncleeb, and jj for being the motivation to help me quit. Big +k's to all of you.
I know, i know, sb.
Right on, dude.
Keep it up.
Hooray for HOOD!!! Actually, when it is contagious like this it makes it easier for all of us. Hood you are incredibly strong and determined on this, much more than I. You go out still like its nothing and just fight through it. I had to hide a little and remove myself from the distractions.
Just to share with everyone else here. We have decided to reward ourselves each week with a Tasty Thursday Treat as a way to cheers each other for thanks and support and how well we did over the past week. Last week we had the Avery Maharaja Imperial Pale Ale. Tasty for sure!!
I'm not one for such a strong post such as hood's, but to everyone here you have helped me get through it all.
Fantastic, AA! :clap:
I'm really glad to hear that.
:beers: to all
:clap:
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 06, 2010, 12:17:46 PM
You go out still like its nothing and just fight through it.
Yeah, well, I figure I could stay at home, and hide from those tough moments, but eventually I'd have to face them, so why not just keep doing what I always do and fight this head on. The no smoking law in bars and restaurants has been a big help with it not being there in your face all the time. But, a couple times I've been out, and just had to leave. Last Wednesday I went to see this band, but only made it through the openers, because I knew if I stayed any longer, I might give in, so just went home and crawled into bed. BUT, Friday night was a big test for me.
Even though VA has the no smoking law, technically, if your establishment has two rooms with separate air circulation and you offer one as no smoking, you can have smoking in the other. Friday, I went to check out my best friends band playing at this place where they did this. One room off to the side, 15 ft by 20 feet, was smoke free, and has a bar and a couple tv's, etc. But you go through this door, and you're in the other 90% of the place, with a pool hall, big bar, stage, eating area, etc. and it was just a cloud of smoke in there. On top of that 6 of the other 7 people I was there with were smoking. This was day 8, and if it had been a few days earlier, I might have caved, but I was just on the other side of that and it was a little sickening to watch my friends chain smoking like that. And I thought of nab, and how he said, to paraphrase, at some point, it stops being a thing you want, and starts to turn into something you abhor. I started to see that.
I know I'm not out of the woods yet, and this week I'm starting to see just how much of a mental challenge it becomes. You start to maybe ease up, thinking, oh, I've got this...but it's always there, waiting for a moment of weakness, for a moment where you're like, I can handle just having one, but you have to fight that, cause it's a slippery slope.
Anyhow, keep it up you guys. We'll do this.
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 06, 2010, 01:31:36 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 06, 2010, 12:17:46 PM
You go out still like its nothing and just fight through it.
Yeah, well, I figure I could stay at home, and hide from those tough moments, but eventually I'd have to face them, so why not just keep doing what I always do and fight this head on. The no smoking law in bars and restaurants has been a big help with it not being there in your face all the time. But, a couple times I've been out, and just had to leave. Last Wednesday I went to see this band, but only made it through the openers, because I knew if I stayed any longer, I might give in, so just went home and crawled into bed. BUT, Friday night was a big test for me.
Even though VA has the no smoking law, technically, if your establishment has two rooms with separate air circulation and you offer one as no smoking, you can have smoking in the other. Friday, I went to check out my best friends band playing at this place where they did this. One room off to the side, 15 ft by 20 feet, was smoke free, and has a bar and a couple tv's, etc. But you go through this door, and you're in the other 90% of the place, with a pool hall, big bar, stage, eating area, etc. and it was just a cloud of smoke in there. On top of that 6 of the other 7 people I was there with were smoking. This was day 8, and if it had been a few days earlier, I might have caved, but I was just on the other side of that and it was a little sickening to watch my friends chain smoking like that. And I thought of nab, and how he said, to paraphrase, at some point, it stops being a thing you want, and starts to turn into something you abhor. I started to see that.
I know I'm not out of the woods yet, and this week I'm starting to see just how much of a mental challenge it becomes. You start to maybe ease up, thinking, oh, I've got this...but it's always there, waiting for a moment of weakness, for a moment where you're like, I can handle just having one, but you have to fight that, cause it's a slippery slope.
Anyhow, keep it up you guys. We'll do this.
Straight up trooper!!!! hood to his cigarettes>>>>> :samurai:
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 06, 2010, 01:31:36 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 06, 2010, 12:17:46 PM
You go out still like its nothing and just fight through it.
Yeah, well, I figure I could stay at home, and hide from those tough moments, but eventually I'd have to face them, so why not just keep doing what I always do and fight this head on. The no smoking law in bars and restaurants has been a big help with it not being there in your face all the time. But, a couple times I've been out, and just had to leave. Last Wednesday I went to see this band, but only made it through the openers, because I knew if I stayed any longer, I might give in, so just went home and crawled into bed. BUT, Friday night was a big test for me.
Even though VA has the no smoking law, technically, if your establishment has two rooms with separate air circulation and you offer one as no smoking, you can have smoking in the other. Friday, I went to check out my best friends band playing at this place where they did this. One room off to the side, 15 ft by 20 feet, was smoke free, and has a bar and a couple tv's, etc. But you go through this door, and you're in the other 90% of the place, with a pool hall, big bar, stage, eating area, etc. and it was just a cloud of smoke in there. On top of that 6 of the other 7 people I was there with were smoking. This was day 8, and if it had been a few days earlier, I might have caved, but I was just on the other side of that and it was a little sickening to watch my friends chain smoking like that. And I thought of nab, and how he said, to paraphrase, at some point, it stops being a thing you want, and starts to turn into something you abhor. I started to see that.
I know I'm not out of the woods yet, and this week I'm starting to see just how much of a mental challenge it becomes. You start to maybe ease up, thinking, oh, I've got this...but it's always there, waiting for a moment of weakness, for a moment where you're like, I can handle just having one, but you have to fight that, cause it's a slippery slope.
Anyhow, keep it up you guys. We'll do this.
I hear ya AA, I've put myself thru the same test a few times and am happy to say I came out on top. It definitely tests your will power (specially when it's diminished with some alcohol :beerbang:)
GOOD FOR HOOD
:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:
i'm shooting for quiting by my 36th BDAY on june 5....
think im gonna get prescription
Quote from: VA slim on April 07, 2010, 12:09:52 AM
i'm shooting for quiting by my 36th BDAY on june 5....
think im gonna get prescription
just dont do the chantix
http://www.youhavealawyer.com/chantix/ (http://www.youhavealawyer.com/chantix/)
big class action lawsuit, just in case you haven't heard.
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 06, 2010, 01:31:36 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 06, 2010, 12:17:46 PM
You go out still like its nothing and just fight through it.
Yeah, well, I figure I could stay at home, and hide from those tough moments, but eventually I'd have to face them, so why not just keep doing what I always do and fight this head on. The no smoking law in bars and restaurants has been a big help with it not being there in your face all the time. But, a couple times I've been out, and just had to leave. Last Wednesday I went to see this band, but only made it through the openers, because I knew if I stayed any longer, I might give in, so just went home and crawled into bed. BUT, Friday night was a big test for me.
Even though VA has the no smoking law, technically, if your establishment has two rooms with separate air circulation and you offer one as no smoking, you can have smoking in the other. Friday, I went to check out my best friends band playing at this place where they did this. One room off to the side, 15 ft by 20 feet, was smoke free, and has a bar and a couple tv's, etc. But you go through this door, and you're in the other 90% of the place, with a pool hall, big bar, stage, eating area, etc. and it was just a cloud of smoke in there. On top of that 6 of the other 7 people I was there with were smoking. This was day 8, and if it had been a few days earlier, I might have caved, but I was just on the other side of that and it was a little sickening to watch my friends chain smoking like that. And I thought of nab, and how he said, to paraphrase, at some point, it stops being a thing you want, and starts to turn into something you abhor. I started to see that.
I know I'm not out of the woods yet, and this week I'm starting to see just how much of a mental challenge it becomes. You start to maybe ease up, thinking, oh, I've got this...but it's always there, waiting for a moment of weakness, for a moment where you're like, I can handle just having one, but you have to fight that, cause it's a slippery slope.
Anyhow, keep it up you guys. We'll do this.
Man this is good news. Glad I don't have to face anything like that in MT; everything is completely non-smoking. The only smoking establishments left are on the Reservations. Those moments of weakness creep in at the most unexpected moments. Like I said earlier, I won't consider this a complete victory until I reach 6+ months, but I understand things about myself I didn't before this time.
One of those things is that you put yourself under a lot more emotional stress worrying about quitting smoking than you actually expend doing it. While this may not be true for the first week or so, if you are determined, the first week is easy to white knuckle your way through. After that, I began to realize that I spent much more psychological energy thinking about quitting than I do staying quit.
Quote from: nab on April 07, 2010, 12:23:13 AM
One of those things is that you put yourself under a lot more emotional stress worrying about quitting smoking than you actually expend doing it. While this may not be true for the first week or so, if you are determined, the first week is easy to white knuckle your way through. After that, I began to realize that I spent much more psychological energy thinking about quitting than I do staying quit.
THIS. another milestone reached.
Quote from: JustJezmund on April 07, 2010, 12:18:45 AM
Quote from: VA slim on April 07, 2010, 12:09:52 AM
i'm shooting for quiting by my 36th BDAY on june 5....
think im gonna get prescription
just dont do the chantix
http://www.youhavealawyer.com/chantix/ (http://www.youhavealawyer.com/chantix/)
big class action lawsuit, just in case you haven't heard.
I know lots of people, including both of my parents that took this and were successful. What makes Chantix very different than the other drugs that are available is that it specifically works with your dopamine levels and receptors in your brain that nicotine have direct affect on. They do have warnings about lucid dreams and yes, I had some lucid dreams. I think for me I was kind of prepared for that as I understood they were dreams and had previous lucid adventures. :wink:
Anyhow, I would not rule it out, but know fully what you are getting into with any of the prescriptions. The others are essentially anti-depressants.
Chantix has seen a rather incredible success rate. Just my .02.
news flash
just cause a lawyer is suing someone (especially a drug / medical company) doesn't mean there is any substance to it.
Quote from: slslbs on April 08, 2010, 02:47:12 PM
news flash
just cause a lawyer is suing someone (especially a drug / medical company) doesn't mean there is any substance to it.
WHAT :-o
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Quote from: slslbs on April 08, 2010, 02:47:12 PM
news flash
just cause a lawyer is suing someone (especially a drug / medical company) doesn't mean there is any substance to it.
all i know is that i know two people that took it to quit and one said they had multiple thoughts of stabbing their eyes out. the other did have some suicidal thoughts he said. how much their statements merit, i dont know. but it seems like more than a couple of people at least. Im just saying.
Quote from: JustJezmund on April 08, 2010, 06:41:39 PM
Quote from: slslbs on April 08, 2010, 02:47:12 PM
news flash
just cause a lawyer is suing someone (especially a drug / medical company) doesn't mean there is any substance to it.
all i know is that i know two people that took it to quit and one said they had multiple thoughts of stabbing their eyes out. the other did have some suicidal thoughts he said. how much their statements merit, i dont know. but it seems like more than a couple of people at least. Im just saying.
people trying to quit smoking can get a bit on edge (j/k)
stories like that bother me more than just the fact of a class action suit.
any time there is the hint of a side effect to something, if you google the drug or company that makes it, within the top 5 listings are at least 3 law firms looking to recruit clients.
there actually is a "black box" warning to look out for psychiatric symptoms, especially in people with prior histories of depression / anxiety
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news flash
just cause a lawyer is suing someone (especially a drug / medical company) doesn't mean there is any substance to it.
all i know is that i know two people that took it to quit and one said they had multiple thoughts of stabbing their eyes out. the other did have some suicidal thoughts he said. how much their statements merit, i dont know. but it seems like more than a couple of people at least. Im just saying.
people trying to quit smoking can get a bit on edge (j/k)
stories like that bother me more than just the fact of a class action suit.
any time there is the hint of a side effect to something, if you google the drug or company that makes it, within the top 5 listings are at least 3 law firms looking to recruit clients.
there actually is a "black box" warning to look out for psychiatric symptoms, especially in people with prior histories of depression / anxiety
These are all extreme cases and yes the "black box" warning does say that. If you are not in that group, I'd so go for it. I think if you can handle yourself on some of the chems a lot of us have done, chantix is fine. Its not like taking doses everyday, but it does alter some of your brain chemicals. Dreams are the biggest side effect I have heard and actually believe. I know some that just said the lucid dreams were too much. Like i've said before, I kind of dug going to sleep. It was like a new adventure every night!
It's almost been 4 weeks.
My wife started her journey yesterday and has made it through these last two days smoke free.
I have not nagged her at all for the last 4 weeks, her choice entirely.
I'm a happy man, I hope things work out for her (and me).
xbox is in the mail, a referb but bought completely with saved smoke money.
Quote from: nab on April 12, 2010, 01:36:56 AM
It's almost been 4 weeks.
My wife started her journey yesterday and has made it through these last two days smoke free.
I have not nagged her at all for the last 4 weeks, her choice entirely.
I'm a happy man, I hope things work out for her (and me).
xbox is in the mail, a referb but bought completely with saved smoke money.
:clap: I was thinking that she was going to have to join you on the ride. Having quit, I truly could not see myself with a smoker. The reward, you'll live a longer life together. How can that not be the best gift either of you could give to the other?
so i recently came down with tonsillitis & it lasted a good 3 days but in those 3 days, i didnt take one hit of my heavenly marlboro reds. and 3 days later, i dont crave them much at all :clap: even went camping last night - killing a case & still only had about 2 cigs. since the weather has been dank - i been out riding the 10 speed a lot more too. exercise is golden
great news all around
:clap:
Quote from: nakedpa on April 12, 2010, 02:37:22 AM
so i recently came down with tonsillitis & it lasted a good 3 days but in those 3 days, i didnt take one hit of my heavenly marlboro reds. and 3 days later, i dont crave them much at all :clap: even went camping last night - killing a case & still only had about 2 cigs. since the weather has been dank - i been out riding the 10 speed a lot more too. exercise is golden
Sweet deal. Keep it up!
And nab, that's awesome about your wife calling it quits too. Look at how many people you've inspired simply through your own good actions! I think this is great. At some point, your love for someone has to be stronger than your desire to crave a chemical and what it does for you. Keep it up man! Staying strong myself here in week 3.
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 12, 2010, 01:27:53 PM
Quote from: nakedpa on April 12, 2010, 02:37:22 AM
so i recently came down with tonsillitis & it lasted a good 3 days but in those 3 days, i didnt take one hit of my heavenly marlboro reds. and 3 days later, i dont crave them much at all :clap: even went camping last night - killing a case & still only had about 2 cigs. since the weather has been dank - i been out riding the 10 speed a lot more too. exercise is golden
Sweet deal. Keep it up!
And nab, that's awesome about your wife calling it quits too. Look at how many people you've inspired simply through your own good actions! I think this is great. At some point, your love for someone has to be stronger than your desire to crave a chemical and what it does for you. Keep it up man! Staying strong myself here in week 3.
Good to hear!
Ultimately it is love for yourself that will sustain you throughout time. The disappointment brought on by others is not under our control, but disappointment brought on ourselves is.
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Quote from: goodabouthood on April 12, 2010, 01:27:53 PM
Quote from: nakedpa on April 12, 2010, 02:37:22 AM
so i recently came down with tonsillitis & it lasted a good 3 days but in those 3 days, i didnt take one hit of my heavenly marlboro reds. and 3 days later, i dont crave them much at all :clap: even went camping last night - killing a case & still only had about 2 cigs. since the weather has been dank - i been out riding the 10 speed a lot more too. exercise is golden
Sweet deal. Keep it up!
And nab, that's awesome about your wife calling it quits too. Look at how many people you've inspired simply through your own good actions! I think this is great. At some point, your love for someone has to be stronger than your desire to crave a chemical and what it does for you. Keep it up man! Staying strong myself here in week 3.
Good to hear!
Ultimately it is love for yourself that will sustain you throughout time. The disappointment brought on by others is not under our control, but disappointment brought on ourselves is.
Well put. If someone is disappointed in you, that's on them and their expectations, not on you. But that disappointment brought upon yourself can be related to not being there for someone you love years down the road because you couldn't walk away from this thing that might kill you, but also leave them absolutely heartbroken. That's kind of what I meant there. All in all, good stuff, and I'm happy you could lead by example, and in a sense show her the way.
21 days yesterday, and it feels good.
I was at the Drive-By Truckers show last night and thought how easy it would be to just go outside and bum a smoke. I'd been drinking at our kickball game, and then the bar afterwards, and then was at this concert, and thought how good it'd feel to have a smoke, and then realized, man, know what would feel even better? Making it through the night, having a good time, and not having a smoke. Each time you make that decision, each of those little victories, just makes you feel so much stronger. You start to find this sense of self discipline that you can then carry over to other parts of your life.
Anyhow, 3 weeks down...keep it up everybody!
Nice man!
Way to go hood!
Hood,
Jazzfest is gonna be tough for you... I know from experience. I bring Camel Snus with me to get through it. I used to bring Nicorette Gum. New Orleans is still a smoking city. Be careful. Be prepared because the temptation will be strong down there. Expect it and know how you're going to react and you should be fine.
Cheers.
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Way to go hood!
:clap:
:banana: notice dancin' banana. notice how he doesn't stop. that's 'cause he's not a smoker.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Quote from: PIE-GUY on April 16, 2010, 05:00:40 PM
Hood,
Jazzfest is gonna be tough for you... I know from experience. I bring Camel Snus with me to get through it. I used to bring Nicorette Gum. New Orleans is still a smoking city. Be careful. Be prepared because the temptation will be strong down there. Expect it and know how you're going to react and you should be fine.
Cheers.
I know. I mean, I knew, if I quit, it was going to have to be at least a month prior to Jazzfest. Me and uncleeb were just talking about this last night actually. And, the way it worked out, it will be 5 weeks exactly when I head down there. I was thinking about it, and thought maybe what could be nice, is getting a nice cigar for the last day, like Sunday afternoon, as a reward for making it through. But then, that would be nicotine entering my body again and I don't need that.
SO.... I'm thinking I'm gonna need to stock up on sunflower seeds!
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 16, 2010, 05:10:15 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on April 16, 2010, 04:04:26 PM
Quote from: khalpin on April 16, 2010, 03:16:57 PM
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on April 16, 2010, 12:43:29 PM
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on April 16, 2010, 12:24:40 PM
Way to go hood!
:clap:
:banana: notice dancin' banana. notice how he doesn't stop. that's 'cause he's not a smoker.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Quote from: PIE-GUY on April 16, 2010, 05:00:40 PM
Hood,
Jazzfest is gonna be tough for you... I know from experience. I bring Camel Snus with me to get through it. I used to bring Nicorette Gum. New Orleans is still a smoking city. Be careful. Be prepared because the temptation will be strong down there. Expect it and know how you're going to react and you should be fine.
Cheers.
I know. I mean, I knew, if I quit, it was going to have to be at least a month prior to Jazzfest. Me and uncleeb were just talking about this last night actually. And, the way it worked out, it will be 5 weeks exactly when I head down there. I was thinking about it, and thought maybe what could be nice, is getting a nice cigar for the last day, like Sunday afternoon, as a reward for making it through. But then, that would be nicotine entering my body again and I don't need that.
SO.... I'm thinking I'm gonna need to stock up on sunflower seeds!
DON'T GO WITH THE CIGAR. I FELL OFF THE WAGON ONCE WITH A CIGAR SMOKED TOO EARLY FROM THE DAY I HAD QUIT.
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 22, 2010, 09:07:03 AM
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
thanks to a lot of hard work from me, and good vibes and luck from all my friends here looks whos a member of the one month club. in time for earth day
woot woot :banana: woot woot
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Quote from: JustJezmund on March 22, 2010, 09:07:03 AM
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
thanks to a lot of hard work from me, and good vibes and luck from all my friends here looks whos a member of the one month club. in time for earth day
woot woot :banana: woot woot
YEAH! There you go! Awesome man! You're about 4 days ahead of me, but staying strong! And
I know it hasn't been easy. This is awesome, honestly I was a little worried cause I didn't see any updates from you for awhile. Sweet! This makes me really happy. Woohoo!!! :beers:
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Quote from: JustJezmund on April 22, 2010, 11:34:58 AM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 22, 2010, 09:07:03 AM
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
thanks to a lot of hard work from me, and good vibes and luck from all my friends here looks whos a member of the one month club. in time for earth day
woot woot :banana: woot woot
YEAH! There you go! Awesome man! You're about 4 days ahead of me, but staying strong! And I know it hasn't been easy. This is awesome, honestly I was a little worried cause I didn't see any updates from you for awhile. Sweet! This makes me really happy. Woohoo!!! :beers:
ya i haven't been updating, it has been rough times. the :smoke: still seems to help but what the big prob is bars when the women im trying to talk to are all going outside to smoke. :frustrated: but whatever im feeling tons better.
Quote from: JustJezmund on April 22, 2010, 11:34:58 AM
Quote from: JustJezmund on March 22, 2010, 09:07:03 AM
ok im out of smokes and not going to the store. wish me luck.
thanks to a lot of hard work from me, and good vibes and luck from all my friends here looks whos a member of the one month club. in time for earth day
woot woot :banana: woot woot
Congrats! Still holding strong here as well. So is the wife.
WAY TO GO PAUG!!! Seriously impressive guys! I wonder if as many of you would have attempted stopping if it weren't for this thread :?
this thread makes me feel like shit.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on April 22, 2010, 03:24:57 PM
this thread makes me feel like shit.
Have a cig, it'll calm your nerves :wink:
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on April 22, 2010, 03:23:27 PM
WAY TO GO PAUG!!! Seriously impressive guys! I wonder if as many of you would have attempted stopping if it weren't for this thread :?
Not at all. Honestly, I had tried when it resurfaced a few times, made it a couple days here, a couple days there, but then nab got involved, then jj, and then I realized the only time Uncleeb smoked was around me, and if we were out, I didn't want to be a bad influence on my friend, or deter him in any way from quitting, and knew I needed to quit too, and so this was as good a time as any. So I told him, I smoked my last cig last night, don't bother asking me for one next time we're out. I won't have any. I'm done. And that was that. Well, it wasn't that easy, shit, it's still hard. Last night was hard. It gets easier, but it doesn't go away.
Anyhow, no need to feel bad mbw, you'll do it whenever you feel like it, if you ever feel like it. I'll tell you this though, it's easier with the support of friends and when you know others are going thru the same thing you are. It helped me at least.
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 22, 2010, 04:19:02 PM
It gets easier, but it doesn't go away.
Just so you know, it does completely go away. Around three months, I never craved it again. Thought about it when I saw someone smoking but there was no need behind the thought. Trust me, you will turn around some day soon and go "wow, it's not there anymore, no matter how deep I look".
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on April 22, 2010, 03:24:57 PM
this thread makes me feel like shit.
Ser. The closest I've been in a while is that I'm leaving my smokes at home when I go to work. Somehow, knowing they're at home allows me to not rush to the gas station on lunch break for a pack, and that buys me 8 hours of not smoking.
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 22, 2010, 04:19:02 PM
Quote from: WhatstheUse? on April 22, 2010, 03:23:27 PM
WAY TO GO PAUG!!! Seriously impressive guys! I wonder if as many of you would have attempted stopping if it weren't for this thread :?
Not at all. Honestly, I had tried when it resurfaced a few times, made it a couple days here, a couple days there, but then nab got involved, then jj, and then I realized the only time Uncleeb smoked was around me, and if we were out, I didn't want to be a bad influence on my friend, or deter him in any way from quitting, and knew I needed to quit too, and so this was as good a time as any. So I told him, I smoked my last cig last night, don't bother asking me for one next time we're out. I won't have any. I'm done. And that was that. Well, it wasn't that easy, shit, it's still hard. Last night was hard. It gets easier, but it doesn't go away.
Anyhow, no need to feel bad mbw, you'll do it whenever you feel like it, if you ever feel like it. I'll tell you this though, it's easier with the support of friends and when you know others are going thru the same thing you are. It helped me at least.
I know with 100% certainty that support from members on this site has contributed greatly to my success.
Accountability: It Rocks
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Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on April 22, 2010, 03:24:57 PM
this thread makes me feel like shit.
Ser. The closest I've been in a while is that I'm leaving my smokes at home when I go to work. Somehow, knowing they're at home allows me to not rush to the gas station on lunch break for a pack, and that buys me 8 hours of not smoking.
All good things in all good time. What you have to do is weigh the vice against others you could take up that might have healthier repercussions. For example, three weeks of no smoking translates into one night with a hot escort. Four weeks no smoking and she will shit on your stomach and call you Hitler. Or a month of no smoking permits you to purchase an eight ball of Columbian flake. You see, if you look at it this way, pared down to basic economics, you eliminate the guilty emotions behind quitting.
Quote from: Superfreakie on April 22, 2010, 09:05:20 PM
Quote from: kellerb on April 22, 2010, 07:33:42 PM
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on April 22, 2010, 03:24:57 PM
this thread makes me feel like shit.
Ser. The closest I've been in a while is that I'm leaving my smokes at home when I go to work. Somehow, knowing they're at home allows me to not rush to the gas station on lunch break for a pack, and that buys me 8 hours of not smoking.
All good things in all good time. What you have to do is weigh the vice against others you could take up that might have healthier repercussions. For example, three weeks of no smoking translates into one night with a hot escort. Four weeks no smoking and she will shit on your stomach and call you Hitler. Or a month of no smoking permits you to purchase an eight ball of Columbian flake. You see, if you look at it this way, pared down to basic economics, you eliminate the guilty emotions behind quitting.
Ahh, that sounds similar to strategic productive procrastination, which I excel at
8 weeks for me tomorrow.
How are you fellas doing?
starting up week seven. i love it. Ive even starting running last week.
Quote from: JustJezmund on May 10, 2010, 09:18:06 AM
starting up week seven. i love it. Ive even starting running last week.
:clap:
Glad to hear it, Chris!
4.5 months this week for me and I feel great. Still get urges when I'm around it but not a craving for it. It's a social thing now as opposed to a nicoteine craving. Sucks that I found out a friend of mine who'd quit last Oct started up again last week.
:beers: to all
I started running this year, and I can say it is WAY better then smoking. especially running in the early morning, makes me feel amazing all day.
Quote from: postjack on May 10, 2010, 05:19:48 PM
I started running this year, and I can say it is WAY better then smoking. especially running in the early morning, makes me feel amazing all day.
def better than smoking. I have only been out twice in a weeks time, and haven't gotta myself to the point of going out before work yet. But i am planning on it wed morning, ive been kinda excited to do it.
pffft. look at the lot of you.
just a bunch of good for nothing non-smokers :wink:
Day 53 today.
That is all, and a good day to you, sirs.
:-)
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 17, 2010, 02:46:13 PM
Day 53 today.
That is all, and a good day to you, sirs.
:-)
Good to hear.
I was worried that your absence was due to embarrassment about having to post a "oops, I relapsed @ jazzfest" message in this thread.
Keep it up, dude!
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 17, 2010, 02:46:13 PM
Day 53 today.
That is all, and a good day to you, sirs.
:-)
Where the hell have you been, we've been worried sick.
Oh yeah, and congrats :clap:
Quote from: rowjimmy on May 17, 2010, 02:52:19 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 17, 2010, 02:46:13 PM
Day 53 today.
That is all, and a good day to you, sirs.
:-)
Good to hear.
I was worried that your absence was due to embarrassment about having to post a "oops, I relapsed @ jazzfest" message in this thread.
Keep it up, dude!
No, hood has been doing a fantastic job!!!!!!
It is I who has been away due to embarrassment of relapse. There is really no good excuse but after about a week or so of having a couple smokes each day, I'm back and on the train again. I'm looking forward to another Thursday Tasty Treat (weekly celebratory beer with hood) which I declined last week due to my lapse. More importantly looking forward to working on my health again. :)
At day 3...again.
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Quote from: rowjimmy on May 17, 2010, 02:52:19 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 17, 2010, 02:46:13 PM
Day 53 today.
That is all, and a good day to you, sirs.
:-)
Good to hear.
I was worried that your absence was due to embarrassment about having to post a "oops, I relapsed @ jazzfest" message in this thread.
Keep it up, dude!
No, hood has been doing a fantastic job!!!!!!
It is I who has been away due to embarrassment of relapse. There is really no good excuse but after about a week or so of having a couple smokes each day, I'm back and on the train again. I'm looking forward to another Thursday Tasty Treat (weekly celebratory beer with hood) which I declined last week due to my lapse. More importantly looking forward to working on my health again. :)
At day 3...again.
Stick with it man, and you know you've always got me to hang with when we're out and everyone else starts smoking. That was the point of doing this together!
Thanks RJ...Jazzfest got easier after I made it through day 1 smokeless, and after PG's friend got me elevated, and me and cleech got hooked up with goodies :evil:
and Phishy69... I just needed a little self imposed hiatus from the paug in order to get caught up on "real" life stuff. But now that I'm back, I'm going to be post whoring, I recently read a book Just Jezmund wrote, maybe you've heard of it,
"Post Whoring Like the Wind" :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Nice Hood, good to have ya back :beers:
Quote from: Phishy69 on May 17, 2010, 03:45:07 PM
Nice Hood, good to have ya back :beers:
indeed, this place wouldnt be the same without ya Aaditya.
on my own note. this decision has turned so much of my life around its readicculusly awesome. Today is the start of week 8, ive started better eating habits, started running, and have lost about 10lbs(about 4.5kg for you metric users). and if it wasnt for you hood starting this thread, Im not sure if i would have stuck with it as much as i am not.
Great work
not to worry UncleEb - keep at it
Quote from: JustJezmund on May 17, 2010, 05:53:07 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on May 17, 2010, 03:45:07 PM
Nice Hood, good to have ya back :beers:
indeed, this place wouldnt be the same without ya Aaditya.
on my own note. this decision has turned so much of my life around its readicculusly awesome. Today is the start of week 8, ive started better eating habits, started running, and have lost about 10lbs(about 4.5kg for you metric users). and if it wasnt for you hood starting this thread, Im not sure if i would have stuck with it as much as i am not.
Yeah man, way to keep at it. And I couldn't have even started without nab and uncleeb and you starting, so it's like the title says, contagious.
Check this ridiculousness. Last night, in my dream, I was at a bar with a buddy of mine, and we were talking music and having a beer, and I bummed a smoke off him, and had a drag, and then was like, wait!!! I quit....and he was like, yeah man, I was gonna say, and I was like, holy crap, what a moron, how did I let that slip by me, and spent the rest of my dream feeling bad about screwing up, only to wake up happy it was just a dream and to be smoke free. Crazy.
But, yeah, jj, I hear you on the effects quitting smoking has had on other aspects of your life. I feel like I've got so much other stuff in better check because of it, just feel more in control, as opposed to be dependent on a chemical. Concerning the weight thing, I actually have
put on 8-10lbs since quitting, but am ok with that, cause like I was saying to someone else, step one to getting back in shape, is quitting smoking. There was
no way I
could even think about starting to eat right or working out again
and still be a smoker. But lately, I've noticed my eating habits changing too, and starting to feel motivated to go running/biking again too.
I know, I know, sb....Anyhow, keep at it you guys! Doing great! :beers:
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Quote from: JustJezmund on May 17, 2010, 05:53:07 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on May 17, 2010, 03:45:07 PM
Nice Hood, good to have ya back :beers:
indeed, this place wouldnt be the same without ya Aaditya.
on my own note. this decision has turned so much of my life around its readicculusly awesome. Today is the start of week 8, ive started better eating habits, started running, and have lost about 10lbs(about 4.5kg for you metric users). and if it wasnt for you hood starting this thread, Im not sure if i would have stuck with it as much as i am not.
Yeah man, way to keep at it. And I couldn't have even started without nab and uncleeb and you starting, so it's like the title says, contagious.
Check this ridiculousness. Last night, in my dream, I was at a bar with a buddy of mine, and we were talking music and having a beer, and I bummed a smoke off him, and had a drag, and then was like, wait!!! I quit....and he was like, yeah man, I was gonna say, and I was like, holy crap, what a moron, how did I let that slip by me, and spent the rest of my dream feeling bad about screwing up, only to wake up happy it was just a dream and to be smoke free. Crazy.
But, yeah, jj, I hear you on the effects quitting smoking has had on other aspects of your life. I feel like I've got so much other stuff in better check because of it, just feel more in control, as opposed to be dependent on a chemical. Concerning the weight thing, I actually have put on 8-10lbs since quitting, but am ok with that, cause like I was saying to someone else, step one to getting back in shape, is quitting smoking. There was no way I could even think about starting to eat right or working out again and still be a smoker. But lately, I've noticed my eating habits changing too, and starting to feel motivated to go running/biking again too.
I know, I know, sb....Anyhow, keep at it you guys! Doing great! :beers:
Weight gets everyone, fortunately I am kind of "portly" guy anyhow. :) I have been definitely been trying to eat better too. You are right, there is no way to get back into shape than to quick smoking first. When I would run I used to sound like Fatty Magee, not really, but hopefully it provides enough imagery.
The contagious part is key here and the fact that we are all supporting each other, even amid some failures. It has helped hold me accountable and to hear other people that have the same problems.
Thanks to all and day 4 is almost down...again.
Hi. I'm Troy McClure. You may remember me from such self-help tapes as "Smoke Yourself Thin" and "Get Some Confidence, Stupid!"
(http://www.jrj-socrates.com/Cartoon%20Pics/Fox/Simpsons/Troy_McClure_300.gif)
Quote from: PIE-GUY on May 18, 2010, 05:01:42 PM
Hi. I'm Troy McClure. You may remember me from such self-help tapes as "Smoke Yourself Thin" and "Get Some Confidence, Stupid!"
(http://www.jrj-socrates.com/Cartoon%20Pics/Fox/Simpsons/Troy_McClure_300.gif)
thats always been one of my fav troy lines
^^^ Classic! :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 18, 2010, 11:09:24 AM
Check this ridiculousness. Last night, in my dream, I was at a bar with a buddy of mine, and we were talking music and having a beer, and I bummed a smoke off him, and had a drag, and then was like, wait!!! I quit....and he was like, yeah man, I was gonna say, and I was like, holy crap, what a moron, how did I let that slip by me, and spent the rest of my dream feeling bad about screwing up, only to wake up happy it was just a dream and to be smoke free. Crazy.
I have been having similar dreams a couple times a week over the past month. I always wake up feeling like shit for slipping up and then realize it was just a dream.
Quote from: Phishy69 on May 20, 2010, 11:32:52 AM
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 18, 2010, 11:09:24 AM
Check this ridiculousness. Last night, in my dream, I was at a bar with a buddy of mine, and we were talking music and having a beer, and I bummed a smoke off him, and had a drag, and then was like, wait!!! I quit....and he was like, yeah man, I was gonna say, and I was like, holy crap, what a moron, how did I let that slip by me, and spent the rest of my dream feeling bad about screwing up, only to wake up happy it was just a dream and to be smoke free. Crazy.
I have been having similar dreams a couple times a week over the past month. I always wake up feeling like shit for slipping up and then realize it was just a dream.
I don't smoke pot anymore, haven't for about 8 years, but I still have frequent dreams where I puff down and get high, like full on baked. I probably get dream high about once every couple weeks. I attribute this to my past chronic consumption; from the age of 12 to 27 (15 years) I smoked on average five joints a day.
I'm on day 3 of Chantix. I've had some side effects. It's been hard to focus at work and I've been a little queezy, but nothing major. This afternoon they started tasting nasty to me and I've been going longer and longer in between smokes. Everybody wish me luck!!!
Quote from: Undermind on June 11, 2010, 06:05:23 PM
I'm on day 3 of Chantix. I've had some side effects. It's been hard to focus at work and I've been a little queezy, but nothing major. This afternoon they started tasting nasty to me and I've been going longer and longer in between smokes. Everybody wish me luck!!!
Good luck brother. I can tell you without a doubt, this thread helped me so many times over. I hit 11 weeks yesterday, and even though I don't think about it as much anymore, the other night, I was at DDBB, and it was about 11:30, I was pretty hammered and dancing my ass off, and I thought about it for about 1/2 a second, and then thought about this thread and everybody, and it went away, just....like....that....
Keep us posted on the progress and stages.....
Quote from: goodabouthood on June 11, 2010, 06:23:55 PM
Quote from: Undermind on June 11, 2010, 06:05:23 PM
I'm on day 3 of Chantix. I've had some side effects. It's been hard to focus at work and I've been a little queezy, but nothing major. This afternoon they started tasting nasty to me and I've been going longer and longer in between smokes. Everybody wish me luck!!!
Good luck brother. I can tell you without a doubt, this thread helped me so many times over. I hit 11 weeks yesterday, and even though I don't think about it as much anymore, the other night, I was at DDBB, and it was about 11:30, I was pretty hammered and dancing my ass off, and I thought about it for about 1/2 a second, and then thought about this thread and everybody, and it went away, just....like....that....
Keep us posted on the progress and stages.....
thanks dude....I'm sure I will be leaning on you guys!
good luck be with you undermind.
on my front, ive been going good. ive been through some real tough obstacles(drinking at home, drinking out, pretty much drinking in different scenarios) and its been good. But sunday will bring on a whole different test, TOUR. This is gunna be the test of the ages, i smoke like a chimney at shows usually. I am confident in myself and have good friends but temptations will be there. This is not just for me but for my other paug quitters(im watching you) Just think of how much harder you could rage without smokes. Just some comments from me in no particular order.
Quote from: JustJezmund on June 11, 2010, 07:50:38 PM
good luck be with you undermind.
on my front, ive been going good. ive been through some real tough obstacles(drinking at home, drinking out, pretty much drinking in different scenarios) and its been good. But sunday will bring on a whole different test, TOUR. This is gunna be the test of the ages, i smoke like a chimney at shows usually. I am confident in myself and have good friends but temptations will be there. This is not just for me but for my other paug quitters(im watching you) Just think of how much harder you could rage without smokes. Just some comments from me in no particular order.
lucky for you, our first tour challenge will be together. trust me, its been on my mind, cause i usually smoke threw a whole show, so sunday is gonna be another obstacle. one of many that we've faced so far, but one that can be overcome. it's just like the commercials, you have to learn how to do stuff without something you've done it with before. and it takes time, but once you relearn, it gets easier.
Quote from: goodabouthood on June 11, 2010, 09:39:02 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on June 11, 2010, 07:50:38 PM
good luck be with you undermind.
on my front, ive been going good. ive been through some real tough obstacles(drinking at home, drinking out, pretty much drinking in different scenarios) and its been good. But sunday will bring on a whole different test, TOUR. This is gunna be the test of the ages, i smoke like a chimney at shows usually. I am confident in myself and have good friends but temptations will be there. This is not just for me but for my other paug quitters(im watching you) Just think of how much harder you could rage without smokes. Just some comments from me in no particular order.
lucky for you, our first tour challenge will be together. trust me, its been on my mind, cause i usually smoke threw a whole show, so sunday is gonna be another obstacle. one of many that we've faced so far, but one that can be overcome. it's just like the commercials, you have to learn how to do stuff without something you've done it with before. and it takes time, but once you relearn, it gets easier.
man there is so much cool shit going on at a show, the last thing you need to worry about is a stupid cigarette. not smoking makes dancing easier. :-)
remember rule #9 at Fenway last year
no smoking
keep it up guys
:beers:
Quote from: slslbs on June 12, 2010, 07:48:01 PM
remember rule #9 at Fenway last year
no smoking
keep it up guys
:beers:
ya, that rule went out the window when i got in, but it will be kept in 2010
:banana: :banana: Today is my 1 year anniversary of QUITING smoking!! :banana: :banana:
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on June 15, 2010, 09:29:50 AM
:banana: :banana: Today is my 1 year anniversary of QUITING smoking!! :banana: :banana:
Awesome!!! I am gearing up myself...tried earlier this month but wasn't mentally prepared. A year is great!!! :clap:
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on June 15, 2010, 09:29:50 AM
:banana: :banana: Today is my 1 year anniversary of QUITING smoking!! :banana: :banana:
:beers:
i REALLY need on this bandwagon.
Special occasion smoking is what it's all about for me. Makes it so much better and when the occasion is over you probably will have smoked so much that you won't want to smoke for a long while anyhow. But maybe that's just me.
Quote from: willsteele on June 15, 2010, 10:47:33 AM
Special occasion smoking is what it's all about for me. Makes it so much better and when the occasion is over you probably will have smoked so much that you won't want to smoke for a long while anyhow. But maybe that's just me.
Yeah, I'd like to think I could pull that off and my wife does that but I just think I'd be that guy that would wake up in the am and want a dart.
And congrats Phuzzy, just passed my 5 month mark on June 1st.
Quote from: willsteele on June 15, 2010, 10:47:33 AM
Special occasion smoking is what it's all about for me. Makes it so much better and when the occasion is over you probably will have smoked so much that you won't want to smoke for a long while anyhow. But maybe that's just me.
Yeah, that's just you and the other 1% of the population that "can be" casual smokers. The other 99% are either smokers or non-smokers.
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on June 15, 2010, 09:29:50 AM
:banana: :banana: Today is my 1 year anniversary of QUITING smoking!! :banana: :banana:
Quote from: Phishy69 on June 15, 2010, 11:13:04 AM
And congrats Phuzzy, just passed my 5 month mark on June 1st.
congrats
:beers:
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on June 15, 2010, 09:29:50 AM
:banana: :banana: Today is my 1 year anniversary of QUITING smoking!! :banana: :banana:
NICE!
Thanks everyone :beers:
Its been a tough year and I still want a cigarette from time to time, but I know its worth. I am still amazed as to how much better my body and I feel not smoking, not to meantion all the $$$$ I saved not buying cigarettes in NY :-)
On day 6 of chantix. The side effects are become less and less problematic. Cigarettes are starting to taste really nasty. I've only had 3 so far today. Normally by this time of the day I would be well over half a pack.
sdit: Actually it's day 7
Sunday went as easy as cake for me. Im didnt see hood smoking but lost him first set. Im confident he didnt smoke either. Usually its so much
harder drunk, but sunday was different. I got pretty drunk(thanks to lope and his boheims not to mention hoods double shot of jack) and super
easy not to smoke.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on June 15, 2010, 10:39:40 AM
i REALLY need on this bandwagon.
i will by all means not pressure you to start cause for me at least it was a very (difficult/easy) decision. Difficult on the part of timing, sometimes its
just not right yet. I say that only cause for a bit it was the worst timing with work and what not. But easy cause it is really shitty. Im only coming
out with this stuff cause im still at the beginning of my non smoker life for the first time in over 10 yrs. Am kinda giddy on the fact of how much
better a month or so feels. but then if you really wanna i will put on the pressure and you know we're here to help you along the way. thats
enough jibber from me.
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on June 15, 2010, 09:29:50 AM
:banana: :banana: Today is my 1 year anniversary of QUITING smoking!! :banana: :banana:
congrats :clap:
Quote from: JustJezmund on June 15, 2010, 06:10:42 PM
Sunday went as easy as cake for me. Im didnt see hood smoking but lost him first set. Im confident he didnt smoke either. Usually its so much
harder drunk, but sunday was different. I got pretty drunk(thanks to lope and his boheims not to mention hoods double shot of jack) and super
easy not to smoke.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on June 15, 2010, 10:39:40 AM
i REALLY need on this bandwagon.
i will by all means not pressure you to start cause for me at least it was a very (difficult/easy) decision. Difficult on the part of timing, sometimes its
just not right yet. I say that only cause for a bit it was the worst timing with work and what not. But easy cause it is really shitty. Im only coming
out with this stuff cause im still at the beginning of my non smoker life for the first time in over 10 yrs. Am kinda giddy on the fact of how much
better a month or so feels. but then if you really wanna i will put on the pressure and you know we're here to help you along the way. thats
enough jibber from me.
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on June 15, 2010, 09:29:50 AM
:banana: :banana: Today is my 1 year anniversary of QUITING smoking!! :banana: :banana:
congrats :clap:
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Natty Boh, FTW!!!!!!!
jj, for real. it's been almost 3 months now.....even in my most drunken state, i wouldn't have one.
Quote from: goodabouthood on June 16, 2010, 04:44:21 PM
jj, for real. it's been almost 3 months now.....even in my most drunken state, i wouldn't have one.
I am fo real so happy to hear it. I just kinda freaked out this morning.
wow, i have been wanting to post this all day but now i have the chance.
real crazy dream last night.
I was walking into Phish in the dream (i believe it was supposed to be hartford 2 since i didnt attend) but it looked nothing like comcast. There were
old Victorian houses that looked like they were straight outta DR. Seuss (abstract designs whatnot) at the back of the lawn. I remember actually
bumping into hood in the line in and he followed and then proceeded to rage. The most important part is I also remember lightin up a cig in this
dream, and realizing that i no longer smoked got rid of it. The dream ended after that.
I thought it strange because i think i recall aaditya posting that he had a similar type of dream after he stopped smoking.
I believe that i am def through the worst of it. If i can control "dream" me to stop smoking i think its out of my life for good.
This will be my last post in here since this dream really hit me in a good good way.
Im so happy i have taken a better course of life for myself and I have to take time to thank all my friends on here who had a part in that goal.
Thank you and see you in other threads.
Just realized that I passed the second of the "big 3" on the 16th. The fact that I forgot to count it seems like a good sign to me.
Quote from: nab on June 19, 2010, 07:17:02 PM
Just realized that I passed the second of the "big 3" on the 16th. The fact that I forgot to count it seems like a good sign to me.
fantastic :clap:
Congrats nab and JJ :clap: :clap: :clap:
gotta say that hangin with GAH this week @ the PMuth show really was inspiring! quittin is about as high up my priorities list as anything, and with a lil magic i hope to be joining ya'll in quitin ASAP :smoke: :wtu:
Quote from: VA slim on June 20, 2010, 12:30:16 AM
gotta say that hangin with GAH this week @ the PMuth show really was inspiring! quittin is about as high up my priorities list as anything, and with a lil magic i hope to be joining ya'll in quitin ASAP :smoke: :wtu:
Pretty much came down to one thing for me; either you smoke for the rest of your life or you don't. Once you boil it down from there, there is only one real rational decision; not that human beings always act rationally.
If you enjoy smoking for the rest of your life, go for it. If not, then you're going to have to make some decisions to abate the smoking habit, no matter how difficult it is. Occasionally there may be some mix ups. For instance, I'm only on month 3 of complete abstinence despite my attempts over the last 3 years to quit. I probably will struggle with this in small ways over the rest of my life. My fault and my responsibility.
I just want to look my daughter in the eye, and say with a straight face that I did what I could to be free of that nasty habit.
I quit on her 3rd birthday and hope it continues to be a great anniversary for me as I move on in life as well.
Quote from: nab on June 20, 2010, 12:50:51 AM
I probably will struggle with this in small ways over the rest of my life.
Trust me NAB, the cravings or thoughts of will eventually disappear completely. Wait till you come back to this thread in a year. Trust me.
Quote from: Superfreakie on June 20, 2010, 01:50:19 AM
Quote from: nab on June 20, 2010, 12:50:51 AM
I probably will struggle with this in small ways over the rest of my life.
Trust me NAB, the cravings or thoughts of will eventually disappear completely. Wait till you come back to this thread in a year. Trust me.
Just talked to my wife about this very thought. The cravings are going away for both of us but we're still afraid of the long term. I still hear old timers (20+ years away from the cigs) talking about how the feeling still visits them from time to time.
Thats why I mention cravings from "time to time". Quitting is a bit like inviting a death into your own life to invite a life into your own life. The pain of quitting isn't really any different than saying goodbye to one part of your life in the same way you mourn a death in the family.
Quote from: nab on June 20, 2010, 02:03:58 AM
Quote from: Superfreakie on June 20, 2010, 01:50:19 AM
Quote from: nab on June 20, 2010, 12:50:51 AM
I probably will struggle with this in small ways over the rest of my life.
Trust me NAB, the cravings or thoughts of will eventually disappear completely. Wait till you come back to this thread in a year. Trust me.
Just talked to my wife about this very thought. The cravings are going away for both of us but we're still afraid of the long term. I still hear old timers (20+ years away from the cigs) talking about how the feeling still visits them from time to time.
Thats why I mention cravings from "time to time". Quitting is a bit like inviting a death into your own life to invite a life into your own life. The pain of quitting isn't really any different than saying goodbye to one part of your life in the same way you mourn a death in the family.
but I smoked for 18 years and have been free for 4. It's not a craving, but more of a thought. I will walk past a smoker on the street and think about it for 15 seconds, like "hmmm, I used to smoke, could I smoke one? maybe, do I want to? no" and my thoughts then move on.....to that hot chick with a miniskirt walking in front of me.
20 hours cigarette free. The cravings are rougher than I guess I expected with the Chantix.
Quote from: Undermind on June 20, 2010, 12:03:51 PM
20 hours cigarette free. The cravings are rougher than I guess I expected with the Chantix.
keep it up dood!!!!
were here for ya
Quote from: JustJezmund on June 20, 2010, 12:15:42 PM
Quote from: Undermind on June 20, 2010, 12:03:51 PM
20 hours cigarette free. The cravings are rougher than I guess I expected with the Chantix.
keep it up dood!!!!
were here for ya
thanks!
nab: I gotta believe SF when he says that he doesn't think about it, because I'm going to hit 3 months here on Friday, and I definitely don't think about it as much. It's not gone completely, but it just doesn't require as much mental work to fight it. And I know its something that might always be there, but I know it gets easier, just because of how different it has been the last few weeks compared to the first few weeks.
slim: you'll get there when the time is right. it took me many times, and many years to finally quit. but I think this is for real. i mean, you saw me though, its still not easy, when we were at MMW, and I hung outside with everyone smoking, but after 15 minutes, I just knew I had to go inside, I couldn't be around it any more.
jj: funny story, Saturday night I had another dream, this time, i was also entering a Phish show, Merriweather i think it was, and i was drinking, and decided, what the hell, I was going to have one, I don't care, and then I was about half way through, and I was thinking, oh man, this is great, why did I quit again, and then I finished, and put it out, and just sat there staring at the ground and it hit me, shit, what a f-ing waste. That wasn't worth it at all! 3 months of hard work gone down the drain! what an ass clown! Now I got to start all over again?!?! day one starting tomorrow after 3 months.....horseshit! I was soooo pissed at myself, but then woke up. And I think it was a good reminder, because lately, subconsciously I had been thinking about it, this coming up on 3 months marker and how everyone says that another milestone. And I can see why, it's like 3 days, 3 weeks, and 3 months is that last push nicotine is making to get back into your life, and you just got to fight back. Anyhow, so yeah, there was another dream.
undermind: where y'at? i can tell you for a fact, having the paug and this thread to hold you accountable helped in my (and I can assume others) quitting. talk about it, bitch about it, tell us what you're going through physically, mentally, whatever you need to push though and make it another day. We're here for you!
I am 73 and a half hours cigarette free!!! Thanks for asking hood! Today was the roughest craving so far. I have about a half hour ride to and from work each day and that was prime smoking time for me. I'd at least have 2, sometimes 3 on each trip. Anyway the ride to work today was pretty brutal. I had the thought of pulling into a store and buying a pack but fought it successfully! Another day down. This weekend will be rough. I am going to a family reunion at which there will be quite a bit of drinking and smoking going on. I may have to go inside from time to time to get away but I should be ok.
Quote from: Undermind on June 22, 2010, 05:36:15 PM
I am 73 and a half hours cigarette free!!! Thanks for asking hood! Today was the roughest craving so far. I have about a half hour ride to and from work each day and that was prime smoking time for me. I'd at least have 2, sometimes 3 on each trip. Anyway the ride to work today was pretty brutal. I had the thought of pulling into a store and buying a pack but fought it successfully! Another day down. This weekend will be rough. I am going to a family reunion at which there will be quite a bit of drinking and smoking going on. I may have to go inside from time to time to get away but I should be ok.
before you know it those hours will start turning into days. keep it up man, and about this weekend, you already know what you need to do. Take yourself out of those situations when you think you might want one. Find the reason for wanting one, and find a way to combat it. And the reasons will be different in different situations, and until you find an answer to each one of them, it will be difficult. But each time you win one of those battles, the next time it comes up, you'll already have an answer.
You're doing great man! :clap:
i'm so happy for ya'll, and very proud.
i honestly hope that by the end of the summer i'll be on the wagon as well.
GAH gave me some great tips when i was in VA, and just knowing someone as cool as he is can do it and still be a PIMP, gives me hope! :mrgreen:
Quote from: VA slim on June 22, 2010, 08:15:14 PM
i'm so happy for ya'll, and very proud.
i honestly hope that by the end of the summer i'll be on the wagon as well.
GAH gave me some great tips when i was in VA, and just knowing someone as cool as he is can do it and still be a PIMP, gives me hope! :mrgreen:
i don't know about that, pimps a strong word, playa i can live with, but straight up pimp, i don't know.....that might be a bit much..... :mrgreen:
all patched up and ready to play.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on June 25, 2010, 12:27:46 PM
all patched up and ready to play.
:-o
AND PSYCHED!!!
You can do this! I have no doubt! NO DOUBT!
Here's some motivation to get you off on the right foot!
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Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on June 25, 2010, 12:27:46 PM
all patched up and ready to play.
Best of luck to you bro. Im happy you joined this thread :clap:
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on June 25, 2010, 12:27:46 PM
all patched up and ready to play.
have lot's of 420 handy. Good Luck.
I've now gone 9 days with no cigarettes at all! It's becoming easier and easier. The cravings are becoming less and less :clap:
Over the weekend I had a family reunion at which about half of the adults are smokers. i drank about a 6 pack of Double Bag so I had a good buzz going and the smokers didn't bother me much at all. Now I'm sure the Chantix is currently helping alot with that but I am still quite proud of myself!
How are you doing MBW?
Quote from: Undermind on June 28, 2010, 06:37:33 PM
I've now gone 9 days with no cigarettes at all! It's becoming easier and easier. The cravings are becoming less and less :clap:
Over the weekend I had a family reunion at which about half of the adults are smokers. i drank about a 6 pack of Double Bag so I had a good buzz going and the smokers didn't bother me much at all. Now I'm sure the Chantix is currently helping alot with that but I am still quite proud of myself!
How are you doing MBW?
wootwoot!!!
MBW.....still wearing the patch? I'm now at 17 days cigarette free!!! How is everybody else doing?
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on June 25, 2010, 12:27:46 PM
all patched up and ready to play.
I'm late to the party but shit yeah! Welcome. :beers:
Quote from: Undermind on July 06, 2010, 06:22:07 PM
MBW.....still wearing the patch? I'm now at 17 days cigarette free!!! How is everybody else doing?
woot woot! i was thinking about you today when I drove home for work, wondering if you';d osted in here. guess i missed this....congrats! and keep itup bro! :beers:
Quote from: Undermind on July 06, 2010, 06:22:07 PM
MBW.....still wearing the patch? I'm now at 17 days cigarette free!!! How is everybody else doing?
I noticed after i went back that i havent said it here, only hood has heard the drunken truth. (boiling whiskey will do that)
I fell off a while ago, but fell back on and really took control.
that was almost two months ago (in two days it will be two months)
Never been better.
Almost brokedown this weekend.....
Its been over a year since I've quit but being in ATL this weekend made it SOOOO hard to not pick up a smoke. People smoking EVERYWHERE!!!!! I almost cracked under the pressure, I was on vacation after all so I was trying to justify it in my head, tried VERY HARD to justify it....but then I thought about the last year and how nice its been to not be a smoker and I thought about what an ass I would feel like also if I had to come in here and post I smoked this past weekend. Eventually though, what really kept me from NOT smoking was how pissed I got at myself for even wanting one after I hadn't had one in so long, pissed something so stupid could still sneak up on me and try and take control of me.
I am happy to say though I did not smoke any cigarettes this weekend :-D and I couldn't have done it without you guys :clap:
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on July 07, 2010, 10:30:17 AM
Almost brokedown this weekend.....
Its been over a year since I've quit but being in ATL this weekend made it SOOOO hard to not pick up a smoke. People smoking EVERYWHERE!!!!! I almost cracked under the pressure, I was on vacation after all so I was trying to justify it in my head, tried VERY HARD to justify it....but then I thought about the last year and how nice its been to not be a smoker and I thought about what an ass I would feel like also if I had to come in here and post I smoked this past weekend. Eventually though, what really kept me from NOT smoking was how pissed I got at myself for even wanting one after I hadn't had one in so long, pissed something so stupid could still sneak up on me and try and take control of me.
I am happy to say though I did not smoke any cigarettes this weekend :-D and I couldn't have done it without you guys :clap:
It is awesome that you didn't cave in!!!! Congratulations! :clap: :clap: :clap:
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on July 07, 2010, 10:30:17 AM
Almost brokedown this weekend.....
Its been over a year since I've quit but being in ATL this weekend made it SOOOO hard to not pick up a smoke. People smoking EVERYWHERE!!!!! I almost cracked under the pressure, I was on vacation after all so I was trying to justify it in my head, tried VERY HARD to justify it....but then I thought about the last year and how nice its been to not be a smoker and I thought about what an ass I would feel like also if I had to come in here and post I smoked this past weekend. Eventually though, what really kept me from NOT smoking was how pissed I got at myself for even wanting one after I hadn't had one in so long, pissed something so stupid could still sneak up on me and try and take control of me.
I am happy to say though I did not smoke any cigarettes this weekend :-D and I couldn't have done it without you guys :clap:
Awesome! Glad to hear the fear of posting here and getting :samurai: helps.
Whatever it takes.
Still going great here. I'll be coming up on four months soon.
This thread works
Quote from: nab on July 08, 2010, 09:29:19 AM
Still going great here. I'll be coming up on four months soon.
This thread works
better than nicorette
Quote from: JustJezmund on July 08, 2010, 09:36:55 AM
Quote from: nab on July 08, 2010, 09:29:19 AM
Still going great here. I'll be coming up on four months soon.
This thread works
better than nicorette
better than moonshine.....
damn sure better than rain.
3 and a half months here, and going strong.
Glad to hear you stayed strong there phuzzy, I hear that about it creeping up. Earlier this week I was out, and stepped outside with a couple friends that were smoking, and thought for about 0.278 of a second how good a drag off one of them might feel, but didn't. It will creep up on you, and when it does, put it right out of your mind with something else.
well i got prescribed the patch the other day... but im still scared shitless to start. its worse b/c ive gone up from 15 to over 25/30 a day in the last few months. its basically my only coping mechanism for all the fuked up shit going on in my life right now, but i 100% have to quit for my health concerns. ugh, this is gonna suck.
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 22, 2010, 09:53:06 AM
well i got prescribed the patch the other day... but im still scared shitless to start. its worse b/c ive gone up from 15 to over 25/30 a day in the last few months. its basically my only coping mechanism for all the fuked up shit going on in my life right now, but i 100% have to quit for my health concerns. ugh, this is gonna suck.
1. find another coping mechanism (skating?).
2. stop thinking of it as something that's going to suck.
3. try weaning yourself down before quitting completely.
4. talk abut it with anyone and everyone that will listen when you're itching for one.
5. read this thread from the beginning, and post what you're going through.
6. know we all support you.
7. good luck brother.
It's been about 3 years and 2 months since I've had a cigarette. It's weird that I remember the day I quit, but I do. I KNOW how hard the battle is, but trust me it gets much much easier. Just because I quit smoking cigs doesn't mean I quit smoking everything though ;). I think that was better than the patch for me. I don't let myself smoke spliffs or blunts, anything like that... just remove the nicotine completely. You guys are fucking rockstars to be able to pull this off with the support of everyone around the board. Congrats, and remember how much your body thanks you, seriously. I know that sounds lame, but holy shit you will feel SO much better.
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 22, 2010, 10:19:20 AM
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 22, 2010, 09:53:06 AM
well i got prescribed the patch the other day... but im still scared shitless to start. its worse b/c ive gone up from 15 to over 25/30 a day in the last few months. its basically my only coping mechanism for all the fuked up shit going on in my life right now, but i 100% have to quit for my health concerns. ugh, this is gonna suck.
1. find another coping mechanism (skating?).
2. stop thinking of it as something that's going to suck.
3. try weaning yourself down before quitting completely.
4. talk abut it with anyone and everyone that will listen when you're itching for one.
5. read this thread from the beginning, and post what you're going through.
6. know we all support you.
7. good luck brother.
think about all the stuff thats gunna be so much better without cigs. Skating, ragin, sexin. pretty much everything. Best of luck dooder.
Slim it won't be easy, but its worth it. I have had slip ups, but yesterday I started my journey once again. So back on day 1.5. I have added the nictoine losenges (smallest dose) as a way to help. So far I have only had 4. Consider me your quitting buddy as all of these other guys.
Basically the other day I realized how much of a PUSSY FUCK I was being by making excuses and just kind of floating through life about it. SO many people have had to stop for various reasons including there own personal desire and I have just been a flat out PUSS! I know I am a strong individual and I am gonna kick this habit! Fuck this! You with me?!?
Good luck Slim, you can do it!
So when I went to see Furthur I was going to trip but it didn't work out. So there I was, the band coming on, and I was stone cold sober. So I hit a buddy's j, one huge toke, first time in nearly 8 years. Now if you remember, I've posted several times that I don't 420 anymore because I can't handle the buzz now that I don't puff regularly (no tolerance=uncontrolled nightmarish paranoia). Strange because I can lay a five strip no problem. Oh well, sure enough I wind up on this huge introspective trip while trying to focus on the music. It was a mental struggle from hell. Finally, to try to ease my nerves, I bummed a smoke off a buddy. I think in total I smoked three cigarettes that night. Anyway, I haven't smoked since but I'll tell you I still consider myself having quit years ago and not a couple weeks ago at Furthur.
i prolly should have never posted in this thread until i had a few days under my belt.
i didnt last 24 hrs. i'm a 2 pack a day smoker, 3 when drinking.
gotta give it a shot again soon as i can literally feel it killing me.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on July 22, 2010, 03:09:01 PM
i prolly should have never posted in this thread until i had a few days under my belt.
i didnt last 24 hrs. i'm a 2 pack a day smoker, 3 when drinking.
gotta give it a shot again soon as i can literally feel it killing me.
No part of the thread is to hold you accountable and I think it shows very clearly that the shit is not easy. I am giving it a go and I am convinced this is it! Only time will truly tell, but it so stupid that I smoke. No point really. No one at work knows I smoke, I hide it from my wife, friends, parents, etc. Shit I smoked the entire 4 days I was on tour and I was wtih paugers the whole time. But I was basically hiding it and that gets old too. Bottom line is, you can do it!!!
Even small wins are better than no battle at all.
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 22, 2010, 03:05:31 PM
So when I went to see Furthur I was going to trip but it didn't work out. So there I was, the band coming on, and I was stone cold sober. So I hit a buddy's j, one huge toke, first time in nearly 8 years. Now if you remember, I've posted several times that I don't 420 anymore because I can't handle the buzz now that I don't puff regularly (no tolerance=uncontrolled nightmarish paranoia). Strange because I can lay a five strip no problem. Oh well, sure enough I wind up on this huge introspective trip while trying to focus on the music. It was a mental struggle from hell. Finally, to try to ease my nerves, I bummed a smoke off a buddy. I think in total I smoked three cigarettes that night. Anyway, I haven't smoked since but I'll tell you I still consider myself having quit years ago and not a couple weeks ago at Furthur.
Doesn't count :wink:
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 22, 2010, 03:17:57 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 22, 2010, 03:05:31 PM
So when I went to see Furthur I was going to trip but it didn't work out. So there I was, the band coming on, and I was stone cold sober. So I hit a buddy's j, one huge toke, first time in nearly 8 years. Now if you remember, I've posted several times that I don't 420 anymore because I can't handle the buzz now that I don't puff regularly (no tolerance=uncontrolled nightmarish paranoia). Strange because I can lay a five strip no problem. Oh well, sure enough I wind up on this huge introspective trip while trying to focus on the music. It was a mental struggle from hell. Finally, to try to ease my nerves, I bummed a smoke off a buddy. I think in total I smoked three cigarettes that night. Anyway, I haven't smoked since but I'll tell you I still consider myself having quit years ago and not a couple weeks ago at Furthur.
Doesn't count :wink:
yeah, man did I ever lose my shit for a bit there.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on July 22, 2010, 03:09:01 PM
i'm a 2 pack a day smoker, 3 when drinking.
that's pretty solid. I'll tell you right now as a heads up, you're body is going to go into major withdrawal. As in massive migraines, possible vomiting, fevers etc.... it's not going to be pretty. Essentially, you're going to feel like you are dying. It'll be like kicking heroin. Batten down the hatches if you go through with it and tell everyone around you so they know why you are crawling up the walls or are being a complete dick.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on July 22, 2010, 03:09:01 PM
i prolly should have never posted in this thread until i had a few days under my belt.
i didnt last 24 hrs. i'm a 2 pack a day smoker, 3 when drinking.
gotta give it a shot again soon as i can literally feel it killing me.
no you def should have posted. It means that you are at least thinking about doing it. Its better than not, i know smokers that really have no desire to stop. And you may still be smoking but someday you won't.
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 22, 2010, 03:21:13 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 22, 2010, 03:17:57 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 22, 2010, 03:05:31 PM
So when I went to see Furthur I was going to trip but it didn't work out. So there I was, the band coming on, and I was stone cold sober. So I hit a buddy's j, one huge toke, first time in nearly 8 years. Now if you remember, I've posted several times that I don't 420 anymore because I can't handle the buzz now that I don't puff regularly (no tolerance=uncontrolled nightmarish paranoia). Strange because I can lay a five strip no problem. Oh well, sure enough I wind up on this huge introspective trip while trying to focus on the music. It was a mental struggle from hell. Finally, to try to ease my nerves, I bummed a smoke off a buddy. I think in total I smoked three cigarettes that night. Anyway, I haven't smoked since but I'll tell you I still consider myself having quit years ago and not a couple weeks ago at Furthur.
Doesn't count :wink:
yeah, man did I ever lose my shit for a bit there.
Next time the opportunity presents itself for a puff, baby steps bud. :smoke: :angel:
And I will vouch that it was quality stuff they passed around that night.
Quote from: JustJezmund on July 22, 2010, 03:56:13 PM
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on July 22, 2010, 03:09:01 PM
i prolly should have never posted in this thread until i had a few days under my belt.
i didnt last 24 hrs. i'm a 2 pack a day smoker, 3 when drinking.
gotta give it a shot again soon as i can literally feel it killing me.
no you def should have posted. It means that you are at least thinking about doing it. Its better than not, i know smokers that really have no desire to stop. And you may still be smoking but someday you won't.
Agree 100%. The fact that you are even thinking about it means you're on the right path, those are the first steps.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 22, 2010, 02:52:05 PM
Slim it won't be easy, but its worth it. I have had slip ups, but yesterday I started my journey once again. So back on day 1.5. I have added the nicotine lozenges (smallest dose) as a way to help. So far I have only had 4. Consider me your quitting buddy as all of these other guys.
Basically the other day I realized how much of a PUSSY FUCK I was being by making excuses and just kind of floating through life about it. SO many people have had to stop for various reasons including there own personal desire and I have just been a flat out PUSS! I know I am a strong individual and I am gonna kick this habit! Fuck this! You with me?!?
:rawk: :rawk: :rawk:
Quote from: JustJezmund on July 22, 2010, 03:56:13 PM
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on July 22, 2010, 03:09:01 PM
i prolly should have never posted in this thread until i had a few days under my belt.
i didnt last 24 hrs. i'm a 2 pack a day smoker, 3 when drinking.
gotta give it a shot again soon as i can literally feel it killing me.
no you def should have posted. It means that you are at least thinking about doing it. Its better than not, i know smokers that really have no desire to stop. And you may still be smoking but someday you won't.
Very true, you have to want to quit first, some people never get there or want to get there so congrats for taking your first step to being a non-smoker.
Smoking as much as you do, you might want to try and smoke less each day, until you feel comfortable to quit altogether. Even one less cigarette a day will be a positive step.
We're with you!! I almost cracked in ATL after a year of not smoking, I wanted a smoke last night while I was pounding down some vodka. So no it wont be easy to quit but the reward at the end, living a smoke free life, key word being LIVING, is all worth it :-)
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 22, 2010, 02:52:05 PM
Slim it won't be easy, but its worth it. I have had slip ups, but yesterday I started my journey once again. So back on day 1.5. I have added the nictoine losenges (smallest dose) as a way to help. So far I have only had 4. Consider me your quitting buddy as all of these other guys.
Basically the other day I realized how much of a PUSSY FUCK I was being by making excuses and just kind of floating through life about it. SO many people have had to stop for various reasons including there own personal desire and I have just been a flat out PUSS! I know I am a strong individual and I am gonna kick this habit! Fuck this! You with me?!?
i hope so man. i'll def keep u in mind when i get things rollin. unfortunately im trying to quit at one of the most stressful points of my life, but i really have no choice. i am gonn aat least wait until i quit my job, will be within the next few weeks, and ive currentyl decided against the patch, and am leaning towards the prescriptions... but if i can somehow pull it off sooner rather than later it might even mean that my family that is helping me with some of my medical bills might let me fly out for the JB shows as a reward...might... but thats a pretty nice side motivation to get me over the hump... honestly i dotn know if my doc would even let me try and quit if he knew how depressed i really am on a day to day basis right now.
thanks for any future support fellas.
good luck to every1.
do it to it.
man, if i could only afford some ganj that'd be a bonus :smoke: :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
my ex told me smokes in nyc the other day were $14 now :-o :crazy:
Day 2 completed....
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 22, 2010, 10:44:44 PM
Day 2 completed....
:clap:
i'll give you a week handicap brah. :wink:
Good morning Day 3. I'm gonna fuck you up! :samurai:
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 23, 2010, 08:41:48 AM
Good morning Day 3. I'm gonna fuck you up! :samurai:
im keeping tabs on you muthafuka!! :police: :police:
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 23, 2010, 10:54:24 AM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 23, 2010, 08:41:48 AM
Good morning Day 3. I'm gonna fuck you up! :samurai:
im keeping tabs on you muthafuka!! :police: :police:
Good!! I actually started putting X marks on my office calendar to keep up with it that way too. I'm gonna win this time!
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 23, 2010, 08:41:48 AM
Good morning Day 3. I'm gonna fuck you up! :samurai:
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 23, 2010, 11:03:29 AM
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 23, 2010, 10:54:24 AM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 23, 2010, 08:41:48 AM
Good morning Day 3. I'm gonna fuck you up! :samurai:
im keeping tabs on you muthafuka!! :police: :police:
Good!! I actually started putting X marks on my office calendar to keep up with it that way too. I'm gonna win this time!
well, considering i have my Iceman superpowers to draw on, i think a week or two handicap is only fair. :wink:
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 23, 2010, 04:53:39 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 23, 2010, 11:03:29 AM
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 23, 2010, 10:54:24 AM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 23, 2010, 08:41:48 AM
Good morning Day 3. I'm gonna fuck you up! :samurai:
im keeping tabs on you muthafuka!! :police: :police:
Good!! I actually started putting X marks on my office calendar to keep up with it that way too. I'm gonna win this time!
well, considering i have my Iceman superpowers to draw on, i think a week or two handicap is only fair. :wink:
hmmm, so now it might be two weeks. Need I remind you kind sir:
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 22, 2010, 11:04:08 PM
i'll give you a week handicap brah. :wink:
:wink:
Thanks Day 3! I left $5 on the bedside table for you to get home.
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 23, 2010, 05:00:38 PM
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 23, 2010, 04:53:39 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 23, 2010, 11:03:29 AM
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 23, 2010, 10:54:24 AM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 23, 2010, 08:41:48 AM
Good morning Day 3. I'm gonna fuck you up! :samurai:
im keeping tabs on you muthafuka!! :police: :police:
Good!! I actually started putting X marks on my office calendar to keep up with it that way too. I'm gonna win this time!
well, considering i have my Iceman superpowers to draw on, i think a week or two handicap is only fair. :wink:
hmmm, so now it might be two weeks. Need I remind you kind sir:
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 22, 2010, 11:04:08 PM
i'll give you a week handicap brah. :wink:
three?
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 23, 2010, 10:30:18 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 23, 2010, 05:00:38 PM
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 23, 2010, 04:53:39 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 23, 2010, 11:03:29 AM
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 23, 2010, 10:54:24 AM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 23, 2010, 08:41:48 AM
Good morning Day 3. I'm gonna fuck you up! :samurai:
im keeping tabs on you muthafuka!! :police: :police:
Good!! I actually started putting X marks on my office calendar to keep up with it that way too. I'm gonna win this time!
well, considering i have my Iceman superpowers to draw on, i think a week or two handicap is only fair. :wink:
hmmm, so now it might be two weeks. Need I remind you kind sir:
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 22, 2010, 11:04:08 PM
i'll give you a week handicap brah. :wink:
three?
after reviewing the rules of play, that seems satisfactory.
Today commenced Day 5. Yesterday was a MF'r. I was baked by 2pm and drunk by dinner. It made for a tough evening, but I made it through. Today was siginificantly easier, but still on the brain.
Tomorrow is another day and another $5 on the bedside table. :-D
day by day by day
keep up the good work!! :clap:
this a positive thread & i like that.
keep it up uncle eb! :clap:
Nice Job Uncle E! I apologize if I missed it in your prior posts, but are you doing it cold turkey?
I am on day 37 myself! Still going strong. Man I never thought it would bug me but the smell of my coworkers when they come back from smoking fuckin' reeks! I have pledged not to be judgmental of current smokers but wow does it bother me in cube land. It's weird though the smoke coming from people smoking doesn't really bother me it's the smell on people that seems nasty. Reason # 176 not to start smoking again I guess.
Quote from: Undermind on July 26, 2010, 06:11:49 PM
Nice Job Uncle E! I apologize if I missed it in your prior posts, but are you doing it cold turkey?
I am on day 37 myself! Still going strong. Man I never thought it would bug me but the smell of my coworkers when they come back from smoking fuckin' reeks! I have pledged not to be judgmental of current smokers but wow does it bother me in cube land. It's weird though the smoke coming from people smoking doesn't really bother me it's the smell on people that seems nasty. Reason # 176 not to start smoking again I guess.
I've tried every way possible. Cold turkey mostly, but I do have nicorette mints. I have only used like 5 of them since I started this time and I'm on day 5. I also have some chewing sticks. The mints are much better than the gum.
As for your comment about the smell...yeah that is such a terrible smell.
Looks like I miscalculated my days. Good bye Day 6, hello Day 7! I hope you are ready for a pounding. :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
hope you got the extra $5 to pay for that miscalculation
:wink:
good job, keep it up
:clap:
Quote from: slslbs on July 27, 2010, 01:36:06 PM
hope you got the extra $5 to pay for that miscalculation
:wink:
good job, keep it up
:clap:
Day 6 was only a $2 whore, and I had enough change in the seat cushions of my car. Oh and thankS!
i quit my job today. does that count?
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 27, 2010, 06:09:39 PM
i quit my job today. does that count?
(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/visualculture/images/A24944.jpg)
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 27, 2010, 06:09:39 PM
i quit my job today. does that count?
no more restaurant biz huh? yeah it counts.
Day 7 has come and gone. Now I can start counting in weeks!
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 28, 2010, 10:38:57 AM
Day 7 has come and gone. Now I can start counting in weeks!
:clap: :clap:
Congrats!!!
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 28, 2010, 10:38:57 AM
Day 7 has come and gone. Now I can start counting in weeks!
LOL
I'll believe it when I see it! (whenever it is that I see you again)
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 28, 2010, 10:38:57 AM
Day 7 has come and gone. Now I can start counting in weeks!
I was still counting in days till around 50, then started thinking in terms of weeks, but yeah, can you imagine how good it's going to be when you say, "week 7 has come and gone." Keep it up buddy! :beers:
Nice work, Uncle Eb!
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 28, 2010, 10:48:35 AM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 28, 2010, 10:38:57 AM
Day 7 has come and gone. Now I can start counting in weeks!
I was still counting in days till around 50, then started thinking in terms of weeks, but yeah, can you imagine how good it's going to be when you say, "week 7 has come and gone." Keep it up buddy! :beers:
just wait till you start counting years. :banana:
Don't forget you started from scratch again this Summer :wink:
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:46:59 PM
Don't forget you started from scratch again this Summer :wink:
quite simply......fuck that shit. :evil:
Ha! Just keeping you on your toes.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
I hit 7 months on Sunday.
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 28, 2010, 03:53:26 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:46:59 PM
Don't forget you started from scratch again this Summer :wink:
quite simply......fuck that shit. :evil:
You're only lying to yourself. :-P
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 28, 2010, 03:58:41 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 28, 2010, 03:53:26 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:46:59 PM
Don't forget you started from scratch again this Summer :wink:
quite simply......fuck that shit. :evil:
You're only lying to yourself. :-P
I had three cigarettes in one evening......I hadn't smoked in years. I honestly can't even remember the last time I smoked just one, I think it was about 5 years ago around the month of April when I was at a party and was really drunk.
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 28, 2010, 04:16:54 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 28, 2010, 03:58:41 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 28, 2010, 03:53:26 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:46:59 PM
Don't forget you started from scratch again this Summer :wink:
quite simply......fuck that shit. :evil:
You're only lying to yourself. :-P
I had three cigarettes in one evening......I hadn't smoked in years. I honestly can't even remember the last time I smoked just one, I think it was about 5 years ago around the month of April when I was at a party and was really drunk.
At this point I can only hope to get as far as you have.
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:54:46 PM
Ha! Just keeping you on your toes.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
I hit 7 months on Sunday.
you're 3 ahead of me. Sunday was my 4 month mark.
:beers:
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 28, 2010, 04:28:14 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:54:46 PM
Ha! Just keeping you on your toes.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
I hit 7 months on Sunday.
you're 3 ahead of me. Sunday was my 4 month mark.
:beers:
you both are still ahead of me three months coming up soon.
Quote from: JustJezmund on July 28, 2010, 05:38:10 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 28, 2010, 04:28:14 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:54:46 PM
Ha! Just keeping you on your toes.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
I hit 7 months on Sunday.
you're 3 ahead of me. Sunday was my 4 month mark.
:beers:
you both are still ahead of me three months coming up soon.
4 months happened on the 16th for me, working toward 5 now.
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 28, 2010, 04:16:54 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 28, 2010, 03:58:41 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 28, 2010, 03:53:26 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:46:59 PM
Don't forget you started from scratch again this Summer :wink:
quite simply......fuck that shit. :evil:
You're only lying to yourself. :-P
I had three cigarettes in one evening......I hadn't smoked in years. I honestly can't even remember the last time I smoked just one, I think it was about 5 years ago around the month of April when I was at a party and was really drunk.
Shit, I was just kidding. I hope to make it to that mark someday and I'm sure if I did have a dart at that point, I would not continue smoking.
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 09:26:02 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 28, 2010, 04:16:54 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 28, 2010, 03:58:41 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 28, 2010, 03:53:26 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:46:59 PM
Don't forget you started from scratch again this Summer :wink:
quite simply......fuck that shit. :evil:
You're only lying to yourself. :-P
I had three cigarettes in one evening......I hadn't smoked in years. I honestly can't even remember the last time I smoked just one, I think it was about 5 years ago around the month of April when I was at a party and was really drunk.
Shit, I was just kidding. I hope to make it to that mark someday and I'm sure if I did have a dart at that point, I would not continue smoking.
Oh, I knew you were kidding, I actually just wanted to highlight how long it has been.
Quote from: nab on July 28, 2010, 09:17:49 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on July 28, 2010, 05:38:10 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 28, 2010, 04:28:14 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:54:46 PM
Ha! Just keeping you on your toes.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
I hit 7 months on Sunday.
you're 3 ahead of me. Sunday was my 4 month mark.
:beers:
you both are still ahead of me three months coming up soon.
4 months happened on the 16th for me, working toward 5 now.
awesome Nab, I completely forgot about you. :clap:
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 28, 2010, 09:50:37 PM
Quote from: nab on July 28, 2010, 09:17:49 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on July 28, 2010, 05:38:10 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 28, 2010, 04:28:14 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:54:46 PM
Ha! Just keeping you on your toes.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
I hit 7 months on Sunday.
you're 3 ahead of me. Sunday was my 4 month mark.
:beers:
you both are still ahead of me three months coming up soon.
4 months happened on the 16th for me, working toward 5 now.
awesome Nab, I completely forgot about you. :clap:
I didn't! Hoping its all going strong, adn your lady is sticking with it too.
Also, no worries jj, one of these days you'll catch up to me, and i'll catch up to nab and we' catch up to phishy, and uncle eb will catch us, and we'll all catch up to superfreakie.....then, i don't know what happens.....
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 28, 2010, 10:54:59 PM
Quote from: Superfreakie on July 28, 2010, 09:50:37 PM
Quote from: nab on July 28, 2010, 09:17:49 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on July 28, 2010, 05:38:10 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 28, 2010, 04:28:14 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 28, 2010, 03:54:46 PM
Ha! Just keeping you on your toes.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
I hit 7 months on Sunday.
you're 3 ahead of me. Sunday was my 4 month mark.
:beers:
you both are still ahead of me three months coming up soon.
4 months happened on the 16th for me, working toward 5 now.
awesome Nab, I completely forgot about you. :clap:
I didn't! Hoping its all going strong, adn your lady is sticking with it too.
Also, no worries jj, one of these days you'll catch up to me, and i'll catch up to nab and we' catch up to phishy, and uncle eb will catch us, and we'll all catch up to superfreakie.....then, i don't know what happens.....
Then we have to form a new competition.
alright fellas.
time for iceman to get serious.
after over 12 years as a professional waiter i worked my last shift ever on tuesday.
my health is at defcon 4 and im dying.
so, im in.
im smoking about 25 cigs a day right now, and ive been a daily smoker for over 18 years.
the last time i tried to quit was about 4 and a half years ago, and i made it a week or so.
It is 11:41 cst, and there are 7 camel lights in my box.
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 29, 2010, 12:42:01 PM
alright fellas.
time for iceman to get serious.
after over 12 years as a professional waiter i worked my last shift ever on tuesday.
my health is at defcon 4 and im dying.
so, im in.
im smoking about 25 cigs a day right now, and ive been a daily smoker for over 18 years.
the last time i tried to quit was about 4 and a half years ago, and i made it a week or so.
It is 11:41 cst, and there are 7 camel lights in my box.
Don't smoke em.
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 29, 2010, 12:42:01 PM
alright fellas.
time for iceman to get serious.
after over 12 years as a professional waiter i worked my last shift ever on tuesday.
my health is at defcon 4 and im dying.
so, im in.
im smoking about 25 cigs a day right now, and ive been a daily smoker for over 18 years.
the last time i tried to quit was about 4 and a half years ago, and i made it a week or so.
It is 11:41 cst, and there are 7 camel lights in my box.
In my head, that reallly realllly sounds like a movie preview
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 29, 2010, 12:53:29 PM
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 29, 2010, 12:42:01 PM
alright fellas.
time for iceman to get serious.
after over 12 years as a professional waiter i worked my last shift ever on tuesday.
my health is at defcon 4 and im dying.
so, im in.
im smoking about 25 cigs a day right now, and ive been a daily smoker for over 18 years.
the last time i tried to quit was about 4 and a half years ago, and i made it a week or so.
It is 11:41 cst, and there are 7 camel lights in my box.
Don't smoke em.
The serious move would be to flush those 7 smokes.
Quote from: rowjimmy on July 29, 2010, 01:18:53 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 29, 2010, 12:53:29 PM
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 29, 2010, 12:42:01 PM
alright fellas.
time for iceman to get serious.
after over 12 years as a professional waiter i worked my last shift ever on tuesday.
my health is at defcon 4 and im dying.
so, im in.
im smoking about 25 cigs a day right now, and ive been a daily smoker for over 18 years.
the last time i tried to quit was about 4 and a half years ago, and i made it a week or so.
It is 11:41 cst, and there are 7 camel lights in my box.
Don't smoke em.
The serious move would be to flush those 7 smokes.
Write each day of the week on them, and carry that days with you as a reminder, and at the end of each day, break it or smoke it as a reward for making it all day, and consider yourself one day closer. When they're all gone, you'll be one week in, and a lot more prepared to move forward without any at all.
Quote from: rowjimmy on July 29, 2010, 01:18:53 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 29, 2010, 12:53:29 PM
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 29, 2010, 12:42:01 PM
alright fellas.
time for iceman to get serious.
after over 12 years as a professional waiter i worked my last shift ever on tuesday.
my health is at defcon 4 and im dying.
so, im in.
im smoking about 25 cigs a day right now, and ive been a daily smoker for over 18 years.
the last time i tried to quit was about 4 and a half years ago, and i made it a week or so.
It is 11:41 cst, and there are 7 camel lights in my box.
Don't smoke em.
The serious move would be to flush those 7 smokes.
The day I quit (over a year ago) I threw out an ENTIRE pack of cigarettes!!
DON'T SMOKE THEM!!!!
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on July 29, 2010, 12:42:01 PM
alright fellas.
time for iceman to get serious.
after over 12 years as a professional waiter i worked my last shift ever on tuesday.
my health is at defcon 4 and im dying.
so, im in.
im smoking about 25 cigs a day right now, and ive been a daily smoker for over 18 years.
the last time i tried to quit was about 4 and a half years ago, and i made it a week or so.
It is 11:41 cst, and there are 7 camel lights in my box.
Good luck Slim :beers:
I suppose my last post should have included this:
Quote from: Phishy69 on July 29, 2010, 01:54:01 PM
Good luck Slim :beers:
Because, of course, I wish you the best of luck and strength.
I know that this really only works if you are doing it for yourself because you know that YOU need it but I want to note that we want it for you too. I think I can comfortably speak for everybody here when I say that; including those who still smoke. We want to see you make it. We want to help you make it. The 'paug is manned by somebody through most hours day and night so you can ALWAYS come here for encouragement or a talk-down if you are feeling like caving.
Also, feel free to call me for support.
I had to laugh looking at your post RJ
Quote from: rowjimmy on July 29, 2010, 03:05:27 PM
Also, feel free to call this guy ^^^ for support.
:wink:
Quote from: rowjimmy on July 29, 2010, 03:05:27 PM
The 'paug is manned by somebody through most hours day and night so you can ALWAYS come here for encouragement or a talk-down if you are feeling like caving.
I generally man the 'paug/fort in the wee hours of the morning, so feel free to hit me up.....in fact, I think we have convo'd at those hours before. I know I chat up the west coast boys around that time. You should probably get involved in the huge GD project about to commence at LL, it'll help get your mind off things.
slim, you can do it. Good luck and hit me up anytime too. I'm only one week 1, but I made it and it feels pretty good. It is real tough but each day you feel like you are a stronger person.
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on July 29, 2010, 01:45:56 PM
The day I quit (over a year ago) I threw out an ENTIRE pack of cigarettes!!
DON'T SMOKE THEM!!!!
I gave almost an entire carton of smokes to some Scottish kids when I decided to quit.
Yesterday marked the end of Day 9 and the today is the beginning of Day 10 for me. Its been a struggle everyday. Actually on Wednesday night I had several beers out at a bar and really felt those cravings start coming on. I popped my little nicotine lozenge and kept me good to go. I had GAH and my wife to make sure I didn't dissappear, but the little nicotine bump, helps distract your mind from it.
I use the lowest dose and since I have started this process I may have popped 10 or so, but I had been weaning down and going a day or two without a smoke. For anyone else that is struggling or attempting, find all the possible ways you need to help you along. The first few days and weeks are the toughest and I can say that only because this is like my fifth time I've been at this juncture. I just expect it to be the last.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on July 30, 2010, 09:23:05 AM
Yesterday marked the end of Day 9 and the today is the beginning of Day 10 for me. Its been a struggle everyday. Actually on Wednesday night I had several beers out at a bar and really felt those cravings start coming on. I popped my little nicotine lozenge and kept me good to go. I had GAH and my wife to make sure I didn't dissappear, but the little nicotine bump, helps distract your mind from it.
I use the lowest dose and since I have started this process I may have popped 10 or so, but I had been weaning down and going a day or two without a smoke. For anyone else that is struggling or attempting, find all the possible ways you need to help you along. The first few days and weeks are the toughest and I can say that only because this is like my fifth time I've been at this juncture. I just expect it to be the last.
keep fighting the good fight. It's a bitch but one day, I promise you, you will not feel it anymore. That's a special day to strive for. I think Nab has got to be close to there now, seeing as he is 5 months in. :clap:
Today marks 6 weeks for me with no cigarettes at all! I'm going up north (Northern Maine) for the week with the fam for the week. My mom and stepdad, who both smoke cigs, will be joining us. I really don't expect to have much of an issue though. I am still on the Chantix and plan on smoking plenty of :smoke: to get by!
Day 12 completed.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on August 02, 2010, 08:57:05 AM
Day 12 completed.
:clap:
jeebus dude, your home free!
just curious... is there any1 else here that smoked at lesat a pack a day for over 10 years? ive got about 18 as a daily smoker... shits seriously hard core for me at this point. i dont think i can do it without a prescription or somethin. :|
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on August 02, 2010, 03:51:18 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on August 02, 2010, 08:57:05 AM
Day 12 completed.
:clap:
jeebus dude, your home free!
just curious... is there any1 else here that smoked at lesat a pack a day for over 10 years? ive got about 18 as a daily smoker... shits seriously hard core for me at this point. i dont think i can do it without a prescription or somethin. :|
Me. I think a lot of people here were heavy smokers for a long time. I smoked a pack or more a day for probably 10 years and have smoked for about 15. First few years were only a few on the way to and from school, but once graudation and college hit, it was a pack a day. The past year or so not nearly that much. Probably half a pack, but I would cram that half a pack into my drive into work and my lunch break, so extrapilating out, yeah a pack a day.
The only thing I have found is that the past few days, my mind knows...oh its lunchtime usually I would have a cigarette, so those times are tough, but today for instance, it came on strong and I popped my nicotene mint as soon as I noticed it and boom that was it. I don't even know that its a nicotine thing for me now, but its just changing the habit.
Hood and I had this chat over the weekend. Right now I feel completely OK with still relying on nicotine to help me along. I am not relying on cigarette nicotine. Eventually I could substitute the nicotine mint for a regular mint or something and then on to nothing.
I by no means am an expert as I am going through the process as we speak, but you can do it. For a real smoker, when you finally say fuck it, its definitely a life changing event. Even some of my earlier posts in this thread were not as strong as I feel now. I am determined to beat this and so far so good. I feel a hell of a lot better.
Use whatever crutches you need!!! This is by no means a race, but a serious journey, so if you don't think you are ready for the race, then start out slow.
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on August 02, 2010, 03:51:18 PM
just curious... is there any1 else here that smoked at lesat a pack a day for over 10 years? ive got about 18 as a daily smoker... shits seriously hard core for me at this point. i dont think i can do it without a prescription or somethin. :|
I did. Smoked from the age of 13 to around 30, I no longer remember the exact day or year I quit. But as I have mentioned to you before, my quitting was only a small part of a complete life overhaul which included going back to school, getting a gym membership and working out, change of diet, no more 420, stopped drinking daily etc.... I didn't take medication but my motivation was incredibly strong; I knew I had to quit and there were no other options, I was in really really bad shape and basically scared I wasn't going to see 40. It's not easy, but so much lies upstairs inside your head. I always felt that medication, while minimizing the jones, would actually prolong it, but this probably varies from individual to individual. And I wanted it over and done with. I was so sick of being a smoker that immediately after I quit, I went to the dentist and had my teeth bleached so that any reminders of me being a smoker were gone. As for getting my lungs and body healthy, that took about a year, although I felt a huge difference after the first
60 30 days.
IT IS ALL ABOUT WANTING IT and understanding it ain't going to feel good at first. I used to have a set of before and after pictures from this reincarnation I went through. The former being from the first day I walked into the gym, as my friend, who was the owner, whipped out his camera and snapped one. I eventually deleted the picture because I looked like walking death. Change is possible yet few succeed because it is so contrary to the natural human condition.
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on August 02, 2010, 03:51:18 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on August 02, 2010, 08:57:05 AM
Day 12 completed.
:clap:
jeebus dude, your home free!
just curious... is there any1 else here that smoked at lesat a pack a day for over 10 years? ive got about 18 as a daily smoker... shits seriously hard core for me at this point. i dont think i can do it without a prescription or somethin. :|
add another one, i did from age 14 or 15 till this may. you can do it if you want to.
WE BELIEVE IN THE !CEM@N
i started in 6th grade :lol:
of course, not heavy, but by the junior/senior year of high school i was def a pack a day, just got worse and worse.
so....smoked for about 20 of my 33 years, at least a pack a day for about 15 years, two packs or more for a long time now...
:smoke:
:dies:
I started smoking around 10th grade - always Merits my friend swiped from his dad. The way we figured, somebody had to burn a cigarette to cover up the other smoky smells we were always making, and I was one of the crew that didn't mind doing it. When I was twenty and working for the tollway, I was up to 2+ packs a day. You know how it is if you're at that point - you can't always be inhaling but you always have one going so you can. Marlboro 100s from then on. After finishing school at 25, tapered back down to around a carton a week until I was around 30.
I tried just putting them down at least three significant times times in my late 20's, but those tries didn't take. I quit in my early 30s when I got the standard respiratory bronchial lung hacking thing one winter. The kind where smoking cigarettes is almost too gross to try doing it, and even the ganj has the exact same crappy sick taste. Used that as the springboard. I had already gone more than a couple of days without smokes because of being sick so I said what the fuck and got the gum. Worked good enough (you can mess yourself up on that gum too, btw) and I was done.
When I met Maggie a couple years later, she kept a pack in her freezer, maybe smoking one or two a week with a beer after work. I had a few in those early days and they didn't suck me back in - they didn't make me want to puke but I didn't like them or anything either. They're not pot. We cut that out when she decided it didn't really fit with her always training for running events lifestyle. Didn't phase me at all.
So, yes... I had a long relationship with cigarettes and it's dunzo.
We do still keep the same half pack of Camel Lights that we've had since 2005 in the console of the Vanagon. You know, just in case :police:
Here you go it's in the mind
http://news.yahoo.com/s/livescience/20100803/sc_livescience/smokersbrainscancontrolcravings (http://news.yahoo.com/s/livescience/20100803/sc_livescience/smokersbrainscancontrolcravings)
QuoteSmokers, take heart: A new study finds that even strong cravings for cigarettes can be curbed. You just have to use the right parts of your brain.
Using a technique called functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), researchers watched the brains of smokers as they were shown images of cigarettes and food. When the smokers tried to resist their cravings for their objects of desire, parts of their brain associated with control of emotion lit up with activity, while craving-related areas quieted.
"This shows that smokers can indeed control their cravings, they just need to be told how to do it," lead researcher Hedy Kober, assistant professor of psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine, said in a statement.
Smoking on the brain
Kober and colleagues tackled the study of cravings because previous research has found that the presence of these strong urges is one of the best predictors for relapse in substance abusers. As a result, many recovery programs use a method called cognitive-behavioral therapy to retrain the brain in the face of temptation. Often, these strategies involve tamping down emotion and thinking logically about the long-term consequences of giving in to the craving.
While cognitive-behavioral therapy is often successful for helping people quit smoking, no one knew exactly which brain areas were involved in this craving-reduction process. Previous work pointed to a few key areas, including the prefrontal cortex, an area of the brain behind the forehead that's known to be important in cognitive control. Another area of interest, the ventral striatum, is buried deep in the forebrain. This region activates when people feel cravings for a drug.
To test their theory that these areas are important in resisting cravings, the researchers had 21 smokers try to resist cravings triggered by the images of cigarettes and food. The smokers were told to think of the long-term negative consequences of giving in.
Brain curbs cravings
As it turned out, the smokers had stronger cravings for cigarettes than food, but they were able to manage both cravings equally, reducing each by about one-third as shown by decreases in activity in the craving region of the brain. As they successfully resisted their cravings, the smokers' emotional regulation areas in the prefrontal cortex showed increased blood flow, indicating greater activity. Meanwhile, the ventral striatum and other emotional areas tied to cravings such as the amygdala (an almond-shaped structure deep in the brain), showed less activity. The pattern held whether the participants were fighting the desire for food or cigarettes.
"We saw really nicely that there's this pathway," said Kevin Ochsner, a psychologist at Columbia University and senior author of the study. "The frontal lobe comes on, the striatum goes off, and then craving goes off."
Many people assume there is something wrong with the brains of addicts that makes them unable to resist cravings, Ochsner said, but the fact that smokers were able to equally control their cravings for addictive tobacco and non-addictive food suggests that something else is going on. More likely, smokers either lack strong enough motivation or effective strategies to quit, he said. The researchers' next step is to examine the brains of smokers who are using cognitive-behavioral strategies to quit and to see if something in their brain activity can predict their success.
2 weeks! booyah! Who's coming with me?!?!
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on August 04, 2010, 10:55:28 AM
2 weeks! booyah! Who's coming with me?!?!
It's been a week since we last heard from you in here, what's the deal brother?
Also, I wanted to share this from a couple days ago. So the other night I had a dream, and as some of you all have had also, where you smoke in your dream, and enjoy it, or later regret it or whatever, and I'd had a few of those, mostly where I just got pissed at myself, but would wake up, and be cool that it was just a dream.
Well, the other night I was out (in my dream), and a couple friends stepped outside to have a smoke, and I went with them, and just stood there talking, and someone offered me one, and I was like, nah, I quit, and they said, oh yeah, forgot, sorry. I say, yeah, no worries.....and so there it was. When I woke up, it occurred to me. It's really done. Even in my deepest subconscious thoughts, I'm no longer a smoker, and it felt freaking amazing. It felt great. Actually, still does just thinking about it.
Quote from: goodabouthood on August 11, 2010, 04:29:04 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on August 04, 2010, 10:55:28 AM
2 weeks! booyah! Who's coming with me?!?!
It's been a week since we last heard from you in here, what's the deal brother?
Also, I wanted to share this from a couple days ago. So the other night I had a dream, and as some of you all have had also, where you smoke in your dream, and enjoy it, or later regret it or whatever, and I'd had a few of those, mostly where I just got pissed at myself, but would wake up, and be cool that it was just a dream.
Well, the other night I was out (in my dream), and a couple friends stepped outside to have a smoke, and I went with them, and just stood there talking, and someone offered me one, and I was like, nah, I quit, and they said, oh yeah, forgot, sorry. I say, yeah, no worries.....and so there it was. When I woke up, it occurred to me. It's really done. Even in my deepest subconscious thoughts, I'm no longer a smoker, and it felt freaking amazing. It felt great. Actually, still does just thinking about it.
3 weeks now. I just figured I'd report back when it hits 1 month so that way i don't add more fuel to the Bobby Tweets discussion.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on August 11, 2010, 04:31:04 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on August 11, 2010, 04:29:04 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on August 04, 2010, 10:55:28 AM
2 weeks! booyah! Who's coming with me?!?!
It's been a week since we last heard from you in here, what's the deal brother?
Also, I wanted to share this from a couple days ago. So the other night I had a dream, and as some of you all have had also, where you smoke in your dream, and enjoy it, or later regret it or whatever, and I'd had a few of those, mostly where I just got pissed at myself, but would wake up, and be cool that it was just a dream.
Well, the other night I was out (in my dream), and a couple friends stepped outside to have a smoke, and I went with them, and just stood there talking, and someone offered me one, and I was like, nah, I quit, and they said, oh yeah, forgot, sorry. I say, yeah, no worries.....and so there it was. When I woke up, it occurred to me. It's really done. Even in my deepest subconscious thoughts, I'm no longer a smoker, and it felt freaking amazing. It felt great. Actually, still does just thinking about it.
3 weeks now. I just figured I'd report back when it hits 1 month so that way i don't add more fuel to the Bobby Tweets discussion.
Still waiting on my shirt! I know that dude, the dude that tweets.
Quote from: goodabouthood on August 11, 2010, 04:29:04 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on August 04, 2010, 10:55:28 AM
2 weeks! booyah! Who's coming with me?!?!
It's been a week since we last heard from you in here, what's the deal brother?
Also, I wanted to share this from a couple days ago. So the other night I had a dream, and as some of you all have had also, where you smoke in your dream, and enjoy it, or later regret it or whatever, and I'd had a few of those, mostly where I just got pissed at myself, but would wake up, and be cool that it was just a dream.
Well, the other night I was out (in my dream), and a couple friends stepped outside to have a smoke, and I went with them, and just stood there talking, and someone offered me one, and I was like, nah, I quit, and they said, oh yeah, forgot, sorry. I say, yeah, no worries.....and so there it was. When I woke up, it occurred to me. It's really done. Even in my deepest subconscious thoughts, I'm no longer a smoker, and it felt freaking amazing. It felt great. Actually, still does just thinking about it.
I.haven't.420'd.in.8.years.except.for.this.summer's.disaster.at.Furthur.but.I.ofte.get.really.baked.in.my.dreams.Like.STONED.
Quote from: goodabouthood on August 11, 2010, 04:29:04 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on August 04, 2010, 10:55:28 AM
2 weeks! booyah! Who's coming with me?!?!
It's been a week since we last heard from you in here, what's the deal brother?
Also, I wanted to share this from a couple days ago. So the other night I had a dream, and as some of you all have had also, where you smoke in your dream, and enjoy it, or later regret it or whatever, and I'd had a few of those, mostly where I just got pissed at myself, but would wake up, and be cool that it was just a dream.
Well, the other night I was out (in my dream), and a couple friends stepped outside to have a smoke, and I went with them, and just stood there talking, and someone offered me one, and I was like, nah, I quit, and they said, oh yeah, forgot, sorry. I say, yeah, no worries.....and so there it was. When I woke up, it occurred to me. It's really done. Even in my deepest subconscious thoughts, I'm no longer a smoker, and it felt freaking amazing. It felt great. Actually, still does just thinking about it.
Congrats :clap: :clap:
superfreakie's about 24 hours into quitting the spacebar completely
Quote from: kellerb on August 11, 2010, 08:09:56 PM
superfreakie's about 24 hours into quitting the spacebar completely
:frustrated:
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on August 02, 2010, 03:51:18 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on August 02, 2010, 08:57:05 AM
Day 12 completed.
:clap:
jeebus dude, your home free!
just curious... is there any1 else here that smoked at lesat a pack a day for over 10 years? ive got about 18 as a daily smoker... shits seriously hard core for me at this point. i dont think i can do it without a prescription or somethin. :|
I smoked 1-1 1/2 packs a day average from 15yo until just before my 31st birthday. That's 16 years, give or take some leverage on both sides. That shit was not only an adult habit, but also ingrained into me from my growing years.
I will be hitting the 5 month mark by the end of this week.
Obsessing about the need to have a smoke has always been what broke me in the past. Alcoholics call it white knuckle sobriety, meaning that you are only hanging on by sheer willpower. We all know that willpower alone only works so well for so many people. After all, if willpower was all it took, would any of us maintained the habit for so long?
What is needed is a change in your approach to the smoking part of your identity. What has worked for me this go round has been to treat that part of my identity as dead. Literally.
I went through the whole mourning process as I was beginning to cede myself away from smokes. I realized that all those things that I enjoyed with smokes could be enjoyed without them and that it was alright to miss the smoking, but that obsessing for its return was fruitless and unhealthy.
Kind of like when grandpa dies, if you you force yourself to come to the realization that that part of your life is over, really and finally over, you realize you can do all the things you did with grandpa without him as well. You just need to commit to the grieving process and heal for the plan to work.
The best part is, unlike dead loved ones, you are actually giving your loved ones more life.
It would be unfair of me not to mention that my quitting was my daughter's most important 3rd birthday gift, one I hope to surprise her with much latter on down the road. I quit on her birthday and plan to use that reminder to not only remember the date myself, but remember to talk to her about the subject as she gets older. Only when she couldn't believe that her old man ever smoked at all will I tell her the truth and reveal the most important gift I ever gave her.
That sort of shit keeps me on the straight and narrow.
Hope it helps in some small way.
Quote from: kellerb on August 11, 2010, 08:09:56 PM
superfreakie's about 24 hours into quitting the spacebar completely
Awesome :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Quote from: nab on August 12, 2010, 12:34:50 AM
Quote from: !cEm@n $l!m on August 02, 2010, 03:51:18 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on August 02, 2010, 08:57:05 AM
Day 12 completed.
:clap:
jeebus dude, your home free!
just curious... is there any1 else here that smoked at lesat a pack a day for over 10 years? ive got about 18 as a daily smoker... shits seriously hard core for me at this point. i dont think i can do it without a prescription or somethin. :|
I smoked 1-1 1/2 packs a day average from 15yo until just before my 31st birthday. That's 16 years, give or take some leverage on both sides. That shit was not only an adult habit, but also ingrained into me from my growing years.
I will be hitting the 5 month mark by the end of this week.
Obsessing about the need to have a smoke has always been what broke me in the past. Alcoholics call it white knuckle sobriety, meaning that you are only hanging on by sheer willpower. We all know that willpower alone only works so well for so many people. After all, if willpower was all it took, would any of us maintained the habit for so long?
What is needed is a change in your approach to the smoking part of your identity. What has worked for me this go round has been to treat that part of my identity as dead. Literally.
I went through the whole mourning process as I was beginning to cede myself away from smokes. I realized that all those things that I enjoyed with smokes could be enjoyed without them and that it was alright to miss the smoking, but that obsessing for its return was fruitless and unhealthy.
Kind of like when grandpa dies, if you you force yourself to come to the realization that that part of your life is over, really and finally over, you realize you can do all the things you did with grandpa without him as well. You just need to commit to the grieving process and heal for the plan to work.
The best part is, unlike dead loved ones, you are actually giving your loved ones more life.
It would be unfair of me not to mention that my quitting was my daughter's most important 3rd birthday gift, one I hope to surprise her with much latter on down the road. I quit on her birthday and plan to use that reminder to not only remember the date myself, but remember to talk to her about the subject as she gets older. Only when she couldn't believe that her old man ever smoked at all will I tell her the truth and reveal the most important gift I ever gave her.
That sort of shit keeps me on the straight and narrow.
Hope it helps in some small way.
That's just...really great. Man, what a gift. :-)
awesome, Nab
5 month mark slipped by me yesterday and I didn't even notice.
I have had some weird cravings lately though, nothing even dangerous or tempting, but a reminder that those neurons are still alive.
I missed the smell of a freshly opened pack of cigarettes the other day. Not the smoking, just the smell. I also missed the smell of a fresh match applied to a fresh cigarette.
Then I shrugged my shoulders and got back on with life.
Nicotine built some pretty serious pathways in my brain. I doubt they will ever really go away, but living life without smokes is so much better than with.
On to trying to develop a fitness plan. Quitting smoking and two office jobs have really taken a toll on my shape.
Quote from: nab on August 17, 2010, 09:10:03 AM
5 month mark slipped by me yesterday and I didn't even notice.
I have had some weird cravings lately though, nothing even dangerous or tempting, but a reminder that those neurons are still alive.
I missed the smell of a freshly opened pack of cigarettes the other day. Not the smoking, just the smell. I also missed the smell of a fresh match applied to a fresh cigarette.
Then I shrugged my shoulders and got back on with life.
Nicotine built some pretty serious pathways in my brain. I doubt they will ever really go away, but living life without smokes is so much better than with.
On to trying to develop a fitness plan. Quitting smoking and two office jobs have really taken a toll on my shape.
I hear you there. I was completely dizzunk this weekend and walked home from the bar only to find a smoke sitting on my coffee table. I almost lit up but snapped out of it.
You'd think after 7 months, the cravings would be gone but it can still creep up on ya.
Keep up the good fight. :beers:
Quote from: nab on August 17, 2010, 09:10:03 AM
5 month mark slipped by me yesterday and I didn't even notice.
I have had some weird cravings lately though, nothing even dangerous or tempting, but a reminder that those neurons are still alive.
I missed the smell of a freshly opened pack of cigarettes the other day. Not the smoking, just the smell. I also missed the smell of a fresh match applied to a fresh cigarette.
Then I shrugged my shoulders and got back on with life.
Nicotine built some pretty serious pathways in my brain. I doubt they will ever really go away, but living life without smokes is so much better than with.
On to trying to develop a fitness plan. Quitting smoking and two office jobs have really taken a toll on my shape.
5 months today for me.
Just reading your post there makes me want one though. Ha, maybe I'll have one tonight at the Nas/Damian Marley show to celebrate hitting the 5 month mark. :roll:
JK, of course. I'm happy to be nicotine free. Kind of.
Great job gah! I'm at 67 days nicotine free now and counting. I plan to start weening myself off of the chantix this weekend. I'm a little scared because some the people I know that have been unsuccessful with chantix have started smoking again at that point. I think I'll be ok though! :wink:
My mom quit smoking
after 30+years that
gum is her thing now
Quote from: Undermind on August 25, 2010, 04:13:16 PM
Great job gah! I'm at 67 days nicotine free now and counting. I plan to start weening myself off of the chantix this weekend. I'm a little scared because some the people I know that have been unsuccessful with chantix have started smoking again at that point. I think I'll be ok though! :wink:
Nice job so far and good luck :beers:
Quote from: rowjimmy on August 26, 2010, 10:15:24 AM
My mom quit smoking
after 30+years that
gum is her thing now
I go back and forth with the gum thing. I go for a few weeks without it, and then all of a sudden I feel like I need it again. I buy a box, use it, and repeat the cycle. I thought at first that I was somehow "cheating" on quitting cigarettes, or that somehow this made me weak.
Then I came to the conclusion that despite the nominal risks of continuing in this pattern, it was sure a hell of a lot better than picking up the smokes again. Then I eased off the pressure I put on myself to "get off the meds". Really anything that keeps you from smoking is a good thing. I'll get off the meds some day (the time period between boxes lengthens each time), but staying smoke free is what is important.
Quote from: nab on August 26, 2010, 02:44:02 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on August 26, 2010, 10:15:24 AM
My mom quit smoking
after 30+years that
gum is her thing now
I go back and forth with the gum thing. I go for a few weeks without it, and then all of a sudden I feel like I need it again. I buy a box, use it, and repeat the cycle. I thought at first that I was somehow "cheating" on quitting cigarettes, or that somehow this made me weak.
Then I came to the conclusion that despite the nominal risks of continuing in this pattern, it was sure a hell of a lot better than picking up the smokes again. Then I eased off the pressure I put on myself to "get off the meds". Really anything that keeps you from smoking is a good thing. I'll get off the meds some day (the time period between boxes lengthens each time), but staying smoke free is what is important.
GAH and I have talked about this on several occasions. Right now the goal is to stop smoking. If I need to pop a mint of nicotine, no big deal. The longer I go, the less I need the mints. For example, sometimes I don't even carry the mints, but if I go out to drink, I bring them with me. Things are going well for me.
:clap:
What's crazy is lately I've gotten over the whole fighting it, and beating it part, got past all that. Now, it's just like I miss it, like nab wrote earlier. Almost how you might reminisce over an ex-gf or something, and you miss it in a weird, emotional way, didn't think this would happen 5 months in, especially after going through a period of weeks/months where I didn't even think about it anymore. It's definitely weird and was totally unexpected this far into quitting....
I don't really know any of you at all, but this is a subject near and dear to me... so I wish the quitters all the best - STICK TO IT, you'll be very glad you did, and proud of yourself forever after. And the smokers in the audience, don't be hesitant to start quitting. It's not easy, but if you really sincerely want it, it's not as hard as you think.
I smoked for about 10 years and quit in my early 20s. I haven't had a cig in probably 12 years, and never want one, don't get cravings, etc. I quit "cool turkey" and didn't use patches or gum or anything... I just stopped because I hated the habit. But like others hae said, do whatever works for you. The most important thing is just to cut the cigs completely.
Random story: men in my dad's family are prone to heart trouble. (My dad's father died of a heart attack before I was born, so I never knew my grandpa.) My dad had been overweight for much of my life, which obviously isn't helping... and then at the age of 50-something, after he and my mom divorced, he starts smoking again, after like 20+ years of being cig-free.
Fast forward 2-3 years, and he has his second heart attack one morning. And this one was major. Basically, if he'd gotten to the ER just 2 or 3 minutes later, he'd be dead. While he's recuperating in the hospital later that day, one of the nurses asks him if he smokes. He says "not anymore." And she asks "Oh? When did you quit?" And dad smiles wryly and says "oh, at about 8:30 this morning." :-D
The 6 month mark passed right by my last Saturday. That's a pretty good thing, not really thinking about it I guess... :-D
Hope everyone else that was working hard at this is still successful. Hasn't been a post in here in awhile, keep us updated!
:clap:
In a drunken stupor, I had a puff the other night. :roll:
I don't remember it tho and haven't thought of having any since so does it count?
Dumbass move but it will never be back in my life, I can guarantee that. I'm to the point that it actually annoys me most of the time.
Quote from: Phishy69 on September 28, 2010, 01:50:54 PM
In a drunken stupor, I had a puff the other night. :roll:
I don't remember it tho and haven't thought of having any since so does it count?
Dumbass move but it will never be back in my life, I can guarantee that. I'm to the point that it actually annoys me most of the time.
I wouldn't beat yourself up over that, but it's all about how you approach it and what you've set up for yourself. Personally, I've been completely nicotine free for this entire time, but I'm not going to judge anyone else that maybe has a drag here or there. Whatever you feel comfortable with is cool. You set your own goals, you know? Keep it up!
I'm really curious though how Undermind's doing? I know you made it through a couple tough weekends back there, and hopefully you're still doing fine, and just haven't posted because it's not worth posting about anymore...
Quote from: goodabouthood on September 28, 2010, 01:57:55 PM
Quote from: Phishy69 on September 28, 2010, 01:50:54 PM
In a drunken stupor, I had a puff the other night. :roll:
I don't remember it tho and haven't thought of having any since so does it count?
Dumbass move but it will never be back in my life, I can guarantee that. I'm to the point that it actually annoys me most of the time.
I wouldn't beat yourself up over that, but it's all about how you approach it and what you've set up for yourself. Personally, I've been completely nicotine free for this entire time, but I'm not going to judge anyone else that maybe has a drag here or there. Whatever you feel comfortable with is cool. You set your own goals, you know? Keep it up!
I'm really curious though how Undermind's doing? I know you made it through a couple tough weekends back there, and hopefully you're still doing fine, and just haven't posted because it's not worth posting about anymore...
No, my smoking days are behind me. It had been 8.5 months so I'm pretty sure I'll be ok, just one of those drunk moves I guess. Congrats on your success by the way, sounds like you've got it kicked. :clap:
Major mindscrew setback for me.
To be sure, I'm still smoke-free and committed, but some wavering has been introduced and expressing it here is part of my process for moving beyond.
After following me almost step for step for more than 6 months, my wife appears to be back off the wagon.
It's at moments like this you realize the insidiousness of tobacco and it's grip on the human mind.
I started to recognize the signs about a month ago. There was a butt of the "old brand" hanging around the end of the apartment building. No big deal, a lot of people live here; could have been anyone. There was one outside the window of our kitchen; again no big deal- the neighbors upstairs smoke. Faint smoke on her breath, told it was MJ; believed it not- not strong enough to tell one way or another. Butts of the "old brand" around where we park, along with the realization that no one where we live smokes said brand- I'm starting to get real suspicious.
The smoking gun (no pun intended) came about a week ago when I found a cigarette butt in the drier- now that couldn't have come from anywhere but the laundry that was put in the dryer. Either my wife is being a good citizen and picking up trash, or she has picked up the old habit again. Considering the fact that it is one of the "old brand", I don't feel like being made a fool of any longer.
I ask her if it is hers, because it came from clothes introduced to the laundry and it sure as hell wasn't mine. She admits that it is hers and says that she "struggles" some times at work. I told her that she was fooling herself if she thought that "having one here and there" wouldn't lead back to full blown smoking again. The subject was dropped.
Today I found a few of the "old brand" co-mingling atop some butts that my step dad had left on Sunday in some cold charcoal ashes.
:start side rant:
Here comes an aside to my long story:
If you are going to hide something from an Archaeologist, don't hide it at ground level. We make our living looking at the things that people left behind and making educated guesses about what that tells us about their behavior. Our main source of information is the ground. Hide your secrets in the trees; we'll never look there.
:end rant:
Knowing what I know about deposition sequences (which in this case wouldn't fool even the least observant) I knew that the smoking habit had made its way home from work for my wife; I was deeply disappointed.
I didn't feel I could hold back any longer and pretend anymore so I confronted her this evening when she came home from work. I asked her if she was only "smoke free" when she was at home with me and the kid. She admitted as such and said she had fallen off the wagon.
Here is where I ask you all for advice and guidance for these facts are weighing on me now
1. Knowing that she has been keeping this secret from me for the better part of a month or more, I feel betrayed. I can't help it. In my mind she has chosen smoking over her camaraderie with me and my daughter's well being, both physical and mental.
2. The introduction of smoking back into the household equation has me seriously contemplating, for lack of a better term and for verbal effect, "hate fucking" a cigarette. After all, why do I have to be the "good guy" all the time. I introduced both measures of smoking cessation into the household. Didn't work the first time, but this time has been more effective for me. Apparently not so for my wife.
Where do I go from here? Honestly I'm lost at this point. My loyalties to my wife are strong in every other aspect of my life. This recurrent theme is starting to overwhelm me at this point in time.
I know the recurrent themes of addiction you all are familiar with, so please don't just repeat them for me- anything different may give me a new perspective.
Got any stories?
Well nab, I can only provide you perspective from the other side as I have been up and down and "fooling myself" for the past few years. I know I stated a few weeks back that I was done, but again, I have failed and been a lazy fuck about it.
It is not her betraying you, although you feel that way, it is simply a weaker mind for which I am a part of that as well. The past 3 weeks I have been really trying to figure out for me why I can go a few days with no issues and then want one so badly that I just decide to buy a pack. Then I smoke those and stop again. It fucking sucks.
As for your wife, help her to find a way through it. For some of us a pat on the back is a helpful reminder of the struggle. We all work differently in how we try an accomplish this. I'm sure your wife wants to quit smoking, but all of us don't have the mental strength in these areas all of the time. Not sure if this helps at all and I didn't mean to make it sound like I am crying for help. I can only attest from being in basically the same shoes as your wife. i struggle everyday and it needs to get better.
nab, I understand you are going to feel betrayed. just like anybody who loves someone who is addicted to anything, you find yourself asking, "how could she choose this stupid cigarette/drink/drug over me and our daughter?" it is not a unique situation you find yourself in. Fortunately you are in a unique position to understand where your wife is coming from, since you yourself have experienced what it is like to deal with, specifically, nicotine addiction.
Which means you understand the powerful, powerful hold nicotine has over its users. While it has nowhere near the destructive effects, several addiction barometers put it right below methamphetamine (injected) in terms of pure addictive value. It is absolutely 100% natural for a nicotine addict to attempt to hide the fact that they have been smoking again from loved ones. The brain works hard to protect what it thinks it needs, and it will make your wife engage in all sorts of crazy actions to protect its steady dosage of nicotine.
So while I can't (won't) give you any advice as to how to handle your wife's addiction, I will tell you to focus on your continued cessation and the happiness that brings you. Its easy for me to sit here and say this, but the fact of the matter is you do not have to allow your wife's actions to ruin your mood or positive mental condition.
good for you for coming here to post. i haven't followed this thread in a while, congrats to all of you who have stayed quit!
Quote from: goodabouthood on August 31, 2010, 01:00:31 PM
What's crazy is lately I've gotten over the whole fighting it, and beating it part, got past all that. Now, it's just like I miss it, like nab wrote earlier. Almost how you might reminisce over an ex-gf or something, and you miss it in a weird, emotional way, didn't think this would happen 5 months in, especially after going through a period of weeks/months where I didn't even think about it anymore. It's definitely weird and was totally unexpected this far into quitting....
AA, I missed this post a while back. i went through the exact same thing when I quit, right around that time. I called it a really weird, mild depression. Just like you said it was almost like I suddenly missed an ex-gf that I hadn't thought about in a while, and had these weird sad-smile moments about the good times we had. bottom line is its just another way for the addiction to fuck with you. :-D :police: if you follow my path you'll have some mental cravings in a couple months maybe, but by then you should have enough time and experience to realize how ridiculous they are, and just be able to laugh at them.
While I may be in a unique position to understand the trouble she is having, it is sort of ironic to me that this problem makes me feel more helpless and confused than kicking my own 15 year habit.
I completely have no control over the situation and that's what really bothers me.
To make matters worse, every time something like this happens, it introduces jealousy, secrecy, and resentment into our otherwise happy marriage.
And for the final icing on the cake, it introduces the urge to smoke in me again; an urge that no other's smoking induces in me. I'm impervious to anyone else but her smoking! This makes me resentful of her, even though I know that is a problem in my own head.
Mentality, Rationality, and Feeling..... All different animals.
^^^ Tough situation nab.
I think PJ said it best that you need to focus on yourself and not worry about your wife. I am sure she's hiding it from you because she doesn't want to disappoint you or derail all you hard work. Although you should talk to her about how you feel this is a solo battle, even if your wife joined you for the ride. While I was in the beginning stages of quiting my BF was/is a smoker. I tried to get him to quit, to cut down, but I realized this wasn't about him, it was about me. I'm not married so I don't understand that bond, but this is the time to be selfish and only worry about you and your path to quitting. Hopefully your wife folllows suit and joins you on the journey to "life" and being nicotine free, but if she's not then tell her point blank that it upsets you, you don't want to know anything about it, you don't want to see her smoking, you don't want to be around her smoking, when she smells of smoke, etc....maybe if she sees how much it hurts you and could hurt your relationship she will quit, but just remember....she'll quit when she's ready and not a day sooner no matter how much you might want her too.
Stay strong!!!
do it for yourself nab and set the example for her. when she's ready she will quit.
one thing that helps me when i'm craving is asking myself "do i really want to go through quitting again?" staying off any addiction is worlds easier than that initial stopping.
and yesterday was 6 months off cigs for me!
Quote from: MeltMe on October 27, 2010, 05:53:49 PM
and yesterday was 6 months off cigs for me!
Nice job! I'm at a little over 4 months. I don't think that I posted that I have now weened myself off of the chantix as well. I'm sleeping a lot better now!
Quote from: Undermind on October 27, 2010, 06:52:13 PM
Quote from: MeltMe on October 27, 2010, 05:53:49 PM
and yesterday was 6 months off cigs for me!
Nice job! I'm at a little over 4 months. I don't think that I posted that I have now weened myself off of the chantix as well. I'm sleeping a lot better now!
nice :) i took chantix for a month this time...i slept ok while i was on it, except for my bizarre dreams. which i was a total fan of :laugh:
NAB - I know you know this, but never forget it's the addiction, not the person, that promotes the behaviors you have highlighted. When someone who loves you hides something from you it is because they feel ashamed. That being said, this should hardly be construed as a slight against your person. Instead, the individual holds you in such high regard that, in admitting their failure, they fear your appreciation of them will diminish. Reach out, give her a hug, and say "all good things in all good time".
Having tried to quit and having failed many times in the past NAB, I'm sure you are sympathetic to this.
Quote from: Superfreakie on October 28, 2010, 06:09:52 PM
NAB - I know you know this, but never forget it's the addiction, not the person, that promotes the behaviors you have highlighted. When someone who loves you hides something from you it is because they feel ashamed. That being said, this should hardly be construed as a slight against your person. Instead, the individual holds you in such high regard that, in admitting their failure, they fear your appreciation of them will diminish. Reach out, give her a hug, and say "all good things in all good time".
Having tried to quit and having failed many times in the past NAB, I'm sure you are sympathetic to this.
I acted exactly the same way to an ex-girlfriend when I was trying and failing to quit, and I agree with SF's explanation completely.
I don't think SF could have said it any better. As some of you know I have been struggling a lot. I hide it from my wife, friends, everybody. I would use a sequence of soaps to diminish the smell when I got home...always before my wife. Even this weekend I was doing everything I could until GAH "caught me." I guess I am trying to state that I am going through an almost exact situation and it totally sucks. I do feel slimey by what I am doing, but for some of us it will take us a few times to get there. Motivation, support and praise for each step maybe something that is needed.
The past few weeks I have been trying to examine my own pschological reasons as to why I had been smoking. I am not so sure I have figured it out completely, but this weekend and the events leading up, I am somewhat considering a closing of a chapter for me. I had my last smoke at 4am Monday and I hope I can continue the trend.
2 days down....
Oh and btw, the book is not over. :-D
have you tried the gum? i used that for the full 12 week course and haven't had a cig in the 10 years since... not saying the craving will be completely gone, as i still smoked in my dreams for years, but it really helps to get your brain rewired i think. or maybe try some of the pills or other things. cold turkey really doesn't work for the majority of people, and it's OK to have a little help.
Quote from: tet on November 03, 2010, 09:34:29 AM
have you tried the gum? i used that for the full 12 week course and haven't had a cig in the 10 years since... not saying the craving will be completely gone, as i still smoked in my dreams for years, but it really helps to get your brain rewired i think. or maybe try some of the pills or other things. cold turkey really doesn't work for the majority of people, and it's OK to have a little help.
I tried the gum years ago. I have been using chewing sticks and mints. I actually do like the mints and have found them very helpful.
I feel pretty lame to admit that I've grabbed a haul or 2 over the last couple months. I know I will never be a full on smoker again but I still think it's disgusting and shouldn't let my inebriated brain convince me to have a smoke.
Quote from: tet on November 03, 2010, 09:34:29 AM
have you tried the gum? i used that for the full 12 week course and haven't had a cig in the 10 years since... not saying the craving will be completely gone, as i still smoked in my dreams for years, but it really helps to get your brain rewired i think. or maybe try some of the pills or other things. cold turkey really doesn't work for the majority of people, and it's OK to have a little help.
Thanks for posting that. I've been smoke free for over a year and I still get cravings, they just smack me in the face and I am like WTF, really I still want a smoke?!?!
put me on the list. countdown to my 30 th birthday, which will mean i have smoked for 7 years. and i've always told myself 30 was the cutoff. so its been 3 days, i've gone from 1 pack a day to 1 cig a day. bring it on.
Quote from: Bobafett on November 05, 2010, 01:22:04 PM
put me on the list. countdown to my 30 th birthday, which will mean i have smoked for 7 years. and i've always told myself 30 was the cutoff. so its been 3 days, i've gone from 1 pack a day to 1 cig a day. bring it on.
I'm 4 deep, this being day 5. Keep it up! :clap:
Today is day #12 without a cigarette!!!
I knew if I really applied myself, I would have a chance of quitting. The only thing I was afraid of was wanting a cigarette while I was drinking, and/or being around friends who smoke. But much to my surprise, just the smell of smoke disgusts me now.
This has actually been much, much easier than I anticipated. I hope I can keep it up.
It's definitely looking promising...
Wow, thanks for the bump. Keep up the good work.
You can do it. Today is my 9 monthiversary!!!!!!!!!
congrats lifeboy and nab!!! keep it up!!
christmas eve will be 8 months for me. everyday, most of the day, I want to smoke, but I feel so much better not smoking. I smoked for a loooong time. I started when I was 14 and quit when I was 36, so I know the urge won't go away overnight.
Quote from: MeltMe on December 16, 2010, 09:55:38 PM
congrats lifeboy and nab!!! keep it up!!
christmas eve will be 8 months for me.
:clap: :clap: :clap:
Quote from: Lifeboy on December 16, 2010, 08:45:57 PM
Today is day #12 without a cigarette!!!
I knew if I really applied myself, I would have a chance of quitting. The only thing I was afraid of was wanting a cigarette while I was drinking, and/or being around friends who smoke. But much to my surprise, just the smell of smoke disgusts me now.
This has actually been much, much easier than I anticipated. I hope I can keep it up.
It's definitely looking promising...
be very careful. drinking is the the biggest problem. I felt the same way about the disgust, but saddly even i have fallen back for a smoke here and there when shit faced.
GOOD LUCK YOU ALL.
Quote from: JustJezmund on December 16, 2010, 11:22:33 PM
be very careful. drinking is the the biggest problem. I felt the same way about the disgust, but saddly even i have fallen back for a smoke here and there when shit faced.
GOOD LUCK YOU ALL.
Same.
But have not been broken yet as I still resist the urge most of the time. All of my friends smoke so I am surrounded by it. Should be a tough holiday season.
Great job MeltMe, Nab, and Lifeboy!!!!
Friday will be my 6 month cigarette free anniversary! It really is a piece of cake at this point. The urges are few and far between. Being around people smoking really doesn't bother me either.
:clap: to all
10 months today. But I'm really excited to see the other folks that jumped on board. Hope you guys are all keeping it up.
Nab, after reading those posts about the wifey and it causing those negative aspects creep into the relationship, didn't see anything after. Hope all that worked out, and she's trying again.
:beers:
strong work
Quote from: goodabouthood on January 25, 2011, 03:48:36 PM
10 months today. But I'm really excited to see the other folks that jumped on board. Hope you guys are all keeping it up.
Nab, after reading those posts about the wifey and it causing those negative aspects creep into the relationship, didn't see anything after. Hope all that worked out, and she's trying again.
I had to let the negative feelings go. I don't think that she is smoking at work still; if she is she's getting better at hiding it or doing it less often. I had to let the matter rest or I was going to go crazy.
Still bugs me when I feel suspicious. When I do I realize there is nothing I can do about it and I try to resolve the things I can in my own head to make myself feel better about it.
Thanks for reminding me though, I passed the 10 month mark as well, just last week. Glad to hear its going well for you still too.
Quote from: nab on January 25, 2011, 04:04:56 PM
I had to let the negative feelings go. I don't think that she is smoking at work still; if she is she's getting better at hiding it or doing it less often. I had to let the matter rest or I was going to go crazy.
Still bugs me when I feel suspicious. When I do I realize there is nothing I can do about it and I try to resolve the things I can in my own head to make myself feel better about it.
Thanks for reminding me though, I passed the 10 month mark as well, just last week. Glad to hear its going well for you still too.
Yeah, I remembered you being ahead of me by a week. But don't worry I'll catch up one of these days, ha ha ha! :-P
Seriously tho, I really don't know any advice to give on how to handle that. You guys are partners, but you're also on your own personal journeys as well. I guess all you can do is stay strong yourself, and be supportive of her. So happy to see you staying strong though!
And thanks slslbs- you've always been a good supporter of those struggling with quitting :-)
Quote from: goodabouthood on January 25, 2011, 03:48:36 PM
10 months today. But I'm really excited to see the other folks that jumped on board. Hope you guys are all keeping it up.
Nab, after reading those posts about the wifey and it causing those negative aspects creep into the relationship, didn't see anything after. Hope all that worked out, and she's trying again.
Congrats!!
Welcome Back GBH :-D
I'm up to 7 months Cigarette Free myself!!!
Congrats GAH for sticking with it. :beers:
I enjoyed 1 cig sometime during set 3 or the encore on NYE at MSG. Perhaps I will again next year. That is all.
Quote from: PIE-GUY on January 25, 2011, 07:38:15 PM
I enjoyed 1 cig sometime during set 3 or the encore on NYE at MSG. Perhaps I will again next year. That is all.
You should really think about quitting.
You'll notice I used the word enjoyed. I thinl back to the pack+ a day habit I had at different times and really only enjoyed 1 or 2 of em a day.
Quote from: PIE-GUY on January 25, 2011, 08:03:53 PM
You'll notice I used the word enjoyed. I thinl back to the pack+ a day habit I had at different times and really only enjoyed 1 or 2 of em a day.
yeah, I was just taking the piss out of ya. Interesting thought above though. I think I enjoyed about about half of my previous daily intake. I always loved the post joint cigarette (I used to burn five a day). Then there was the after morning coffee smoke and the post coitus smoke. So my enjoyment number would be about 7 or so.
Before I quit, smoking was a chore.
Just hated it, but still did it out of rote.
01-01 was 6 yrs for me. :-)
Quote from: G. Augusto on January 25, 2011, 08:10:40 PM
Before I quit, smoking was a chore.
Just hated it, but still did it out of rote.
01-01 was 6 yrs for me. :-)
what what! 6 years is the big time. I forget how many years you have to be done before it's like you never even smoked, but I'd assume you're close to that, slslbs, do you know? Oh wait, just found some info:
# In 3 to 9 months coughing, wheezing, and breathing problems will dissipate as your lung capacity improves by 10%.
# In 1 year your risk of having a heart attack will have dropped by half.
# In 5 years your risk of having a stroke returns to that of a non-smoker.
# In 10 years your risk of lung cancer will have returned to that of a non-smoker.
# In 15 years your risk of heart attack will have returned to that of a non-smoker.
Quote from: goodabouthood on January 26, 2011, 10:33:43 AM
# In 3 to 9 months coughing, wheezing, and breathing problems will dissipate as your lung capacity improves by 10%.
# In 1 year your risk of having a heart attack will have dropped by half.
# In 5 years your risk of having a stroke returns to that of a non-smoker.
# In 10 years your risk of lung cancer will have returned to that of a non-smoker.
# In 15 years your risk of heart attack will have returned to that of a non-smoker.
these times can be positively affected (as in shortened) if one participates in healthy living and activity. If you eat well, run, work out, etc.... the body will inevitably repair itself a lot faster.
Once again, I am on board to quit. I have said several times that it is it for good, however I have failed many times. I think I am on the right track, but this time has been an incredible mental battle. More so than previous attempts. I have been smoke free since March 11, a nice start, but it continues to be difficult. I find Monday mornings in particular to be the toughest.
Over all of these attempts I did manage to break each "habit" over time individually. The smoking while drinking, the after a meal smoke, etc. Now stringing these together is the real challenge and more difficult than previous attempts. I have been using nicotine mints to help me make it through. I realize that I will still have to battle that, but I feel like even if it is one small victory at a time, I'll take what I can get.
I even dreamed of a cigarette last night. I can't recall if I have ever had that occur. I also have already begun to see a difference in my breathing. Not significant, but enough to recognize.
Hang in there.
I just realized that I passed the 1 year mark last Wednesday. It really does get easier, but don't sweat it if it doesn't work out the way you have it perfectly planned. A commitment to quiting is what is important.
great work, nab
:beers:
don't get discouraged, UncleEb
sometimes you have to combine methods - ie patches + mints
Of course, if Monday mornings are the toughest, you can just ask your boss if you can take the day off - for your health and all that.
Quote from: slslbs on March 21, 2011, 12:19:56 PM
great work, nab
:beers:
don't get discouraged, UncleEb
sometimes you have to combine methods - ie patches + mints
Of course, if Monday mornings are the toughest, you can just ask your boss if you can take the day off - for your health and all that.
I like this. :-D
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on March 21, 2011, 09:28:37 AM
Once again, I am on board to quit. I have said several times that it is it for good, however I have failed many times. I think I am on the right track, but this time has been an incredible mental battle. More so than previous attempts. I have been smoke free since March 11, a nice start, but it continues to be difficult. I find Monday mornings in particular to be the toughest.
Over all of these attempts I did manage to break each "habit" over time individually. The smoking while drinking, the after a meal smoke, etc. Now stringing these together is the real challenge and more difficult than previous attempts. I have been using nicotine mints to help me make it through. I realize that I will still have to battle that, but I feel like even if it is one small victory at a time, I'll take what I can get.
I even dreamed of a cigarette last night. I can't recall if I have ever had that occur. I also have already begun to see a difference in my breathing. Not significant, but enough to recognize.
Eb, have you tried Chantix?
Quote from: McGrupp on March 21, 2011, 04:32:36 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on March 21, 2011, 09:28:37 AM
Once again, I am on board to quit. I have said several times that it is it for good, however I have failed many times. I think I am on the right track, but this time has been an incredible mental battle. More so than previous attempts. I have been smoke free since March 11, a nice start, but it continues to be difficult. I find Monday mornings in particular to be the toughest.
Over all of these attempts I did manage to break each "habit" over time individually. The smoking while drinking, the after a meal smoke, etc. Now stringing these together is the real challenge and more difficult than previous attempts. I have been using nicotine mints to help me make it through. I realize that I will still have to battle that, but I feel like even if it is one small victory at a time, I'll take what I can get.
I even dreamed of a cigarette last night. I can't recall if I have ever had that occur. I also have already begun to see a difference in my breathing. Not significant, but enough to recognize.
Eb, have you tried Chantix?
Yeah once. I think like nab said I was never truly committed to the cause. I feel pretty confident that this time I am. A little one will change your life...whenever he decides to get here.
Although I've never tried to quit smoking, Chantix seems to make a lot of sense and gets to the root of the problem with cognitive measures.
Since it blocks the nicotine receptors in your brain, you obviously aren't getting nicotine, but the instructions tell you to continue smoking as you take the pills.
You start to go through withdrawal - flu like symptoms, chills, headache, nausea, etc, but you're supposed to keep smoking deep into the withdrawal as well.
At a certain point, probably when the nausea is at its worst, you make a conscious decision that "this is fucking retarded, why am I sucking down burning paper and doing this to myself?" Especially when your brain is not getting nicotine.
Seems like that's the way to go for quitting smoking. It puts you through the worst physical withdrawal (you have no crutches like nicotine patches or gum), and then you heal yourself cognitively by making a conscious decision to stop. Sounds pretty good to me.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on March 21, 2011, 04:35:45 PM
Quote from: McGrupp on March 21, 2011, 04:32:36 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on March 21, 2011, 09:28:37 AM
Once again, I am on board to quit. I have said several times that it is it for good, however I have failed many times. I think I am on the right track, but this time has been an incredible mental battle. More so than previous attempts. I have been smoke free since March 11, a nice start, but it continues to be difficult. I find Monday mornings in particular to be the toughest.
Over all of these attempts I did manage to break each "habit" over time individually. The smoking while drinking, the after a meal smoke, etc. Now stringing these together is the real challenge and more difficult than previous attempts. I have been using nicotine mints to help me make it through. I realize that I will still have to battle that, but I feel like even if it is one small victory at a time, I'll take what I can get.
I even dreamed of a cigarette last night. I can't recall if I have ever had that occur. I also have already begun to see a difference in my breathing. Not significant, but enough to recognize.
Eb, have you tried Chantix?
Yeah once. I think like nab said I was never truly committed to the cause. I feel pretty confident that this time I am. A little one will change your life...whenever he decides to get here.
I'm proud of you buddy. For keeping at it. I know you're going to kick it for good here soon. I can just feel it. This time might just be it. I definitely tell in the way you're approaching it, and taking it head on. A multi-method attack isn't a bad idea either, patches, mints, toothpicks, sunflower seeds, chantix, whatever it takes...you can do this buddy. I believe in you.
GAH, are you over the year mark now?
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 21, 2011, 05:22:44 PM
GAH, are you over the year mark now?
This Friday marks my one year anniversary!!! :-D (<- this smile doesn't even do justice to how I feel about that)
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 21, 2011, 05:29:43 PM
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 21, 2011, 05:22:44 PM
GAH, are you over the year mark now?
This Friday marks my one year anniversary!!! :-D (<- this smile doesn't even do justice to how I feel about that)
:clap:
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 21, 2011, 05:30:08 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 21, 2011, 05:29:43 PM
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 21, 2011, 05:22:44 PM
GAH, are you over the year mark now?
This Friday marks my one year anniversary!!! :-D (<- this smile doesn't even do justice to how I feel about that)
:clap:
Thanks man! This thread, and all the paugers support and others going through it definitely helped me. Which is why I'm really proud of Bobby here. It does add a level of accountability posting on here, and it adds to the many things you have to think about before you decide to pull out a smoke...it becomes one of the many reasons to want to stick with it.
And big :clap: to nab too, I know he's ahead of me by a week or so, but I swear I'm going to catch up one of these days! :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
congrats guys!
:clap:
::gets winded from the clapping::
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on March 21, 2011, 05:39:14 PM
congrats guys!
:clap:
::gets winded from the clapping::
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 21, 2011, 05:29:43 PM
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 21, 2011, 05:22:44 PM
GAH, are you over the year mark now?
This Friday marks my one year anniversary!!! :-D (<- this smile doesn't even do justice to how I feel about that)
:crazy:
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 21, 2011, 05:29:43 PM
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 21, 2011, 05:22:44 PM
GAH, are you over the year mark now?
This Friday marks my one year anniversary!!! :-D (<- this smile doesn't even do justice to how I feel about that)
Congrats!!!! I can't say enough about how pumped I am for you.
Today marks 22 days for me. I have now surpassed my previous longest stretch of 21 days. I'm pretty excited about this and I have also been nicotine free since last Thursday. Having a little one makes things a little easier.
I am a little worried that when I go back to work, I may have some troubles, but at that point, I will be well over a month into this and as far as I am concerned there is no sense in turning back.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 02, 2011, 12:01:59 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 21, 2011, 05:29:43 PM
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 21, 2011, 05:22:44 PM
GAH, are you over the year mark now?
This Friday marks my one year anniversary!!! :-D (<- this smile doesn't even do justice to how I feel about that)
Congrats!!!! I can't say enough about how pumped I am for you.
Today marks 22 days for me. I have now surpassed my previous longest stretch of 21 days. I'm pretty excited about this and I have also been nicotine free since last Thursday. Having a little one makes things a little easier.
I am a little worried that when I go back to work, I may have some troubles, but at that point, I will be well over a month into this and as far as I am concerned there is no sense in turning back.
Exactly! No sense in starting again after that long a stretch. The physical part is over, now it's just a mind game. You got this! :rawk:
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 02, 2011, 12:09:03 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 02, 2011, 12:01:59 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 21, 2011, 05:29:43 PM
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 21, 2011, 05:22:44 PM
GAH, are you over the year mark now?
This Friday marks my one year anniversary!!! :-D (<- this smile doesn't even do justice to how I feel about that)
Congrats!!!! I can't say enough about how pumped I am for you.
Today marks 22 days for me. I have now surpassed my previous longest stretch of 21 days. I'm pretty excited about this and I have also been nicotine free since last Thursday. Having a little one makes things a little easier.
I am a little worried that when I go back to work, I may have some troubles, but at that point, I will be well over a month into this and as far as I am concerned there is no sense in turning back.
Exactly! No sense in starting again after that long a stretch. The physical part is over, now it's just a mind game. You got this! :rawk:
do it!
:beers:
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 21, 2011, 05:29:43 PM
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 21, 2011, 05:22:44 PM
GAH, are you over the year mark now?
This Friday marks my one year anniversary!!! :-D (<- this smile doesn't even do justice to how I feel about that)
Congrats!!!!
Quote from: goodabouthood on March 21, 2011, 05:29:43 PM
Quote from: PIE-GUY on March 21, 2011, 05:22:44 PM
GAH, are you over the year mark now?
This Friday marks my one year anniversary!!! :-D (<- this smile doesn't even do justice to how I feel about that)
Congrats my quit brother.
So I had a brief relapse from Christmas til March but am finally back on the quitting train as of April 1st and plan on staying here. Ha[ppy for those who have kepty up the good fight, a little ashamed for falling off the wagon. Hope to keep accountable to the crew here who are stayong strong. :beers:
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on April 13, 2011, 02:56:00 PM
So I had a brief relapse from Christmas til March but am finally back on the quitting train as of April 1st and plan on staying here. Ha[ppy for those who have kepty up the good fight, a little ashamed for falling off the wagon. Hope to keep accountable to the crew here who are stayong strong. :beers:
Congrats man! :beers:
I just quit again December 1st.
i'd smoked for 10 years, quit for 3 years, then started again in the summer of 2009.
It wasn't easy but luckily im a stubborn bastard and didnt want to hear anyone giving me shit for trying to quit and failing.
so.........keep it up, every day gets a little easier.
and the $ saved is jst and xtra added bonus :smoke:
GOOD LUCK!
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on April 13, 2011, 02:56:00 PM
So I had a brief relapse from Christmas til March but am finally back on the quitting train as of April 1st and plan on staying here. Ha[ppy for those who have kepty up the good fight, a little ashamed for falling off the wagon. Hope to keep accountable to the crew here who are stayong strong. :beers:
You haven't found anything better to smoke over there? :wink: Keep it up man! You're already a couple weeks in...and since you've done it before, you know the process...Good luck! :beerbang:
This past weekend I was out with friends and was drinking quite a bit. My friends and I were outside so they could have a smoke and while I was standing there with them the urge to smoke hit me like a brickhouse. I couldn't even concentrate on what they were saying because all I could think was how bad I wanted to take a drag. In the end I didn't take a drag, but this has been happening to me for the past couple of months now everytime I drink, get f'ed up.
In June it will be 2 years since I've stopped smoking and right after I stopped smoking it was VERY hard to get past the urges to smoke when drinking, but over time I got over it. For the past year and a half I haven't had the urge to smoke at all and now all of a sudden its back again :-(
Has anyone else gone through this? What advice do you have? I haven't picked up a cigarette....yet, but the urges are coming more frequently and more intense then in the past and with the summer coming up I am really worried I might fall off the wagon, or at the very least start smoking socially which I don't want at all.
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on April 13, 2011, 03:10:20 PM
This past weekend I was out with friends and was drinking quite a bit. My friends and I were outside so they could have a smoke and while I was standing there with them the urge to smoke hit me like a brickhouse. I couldn't even concentrate on what they were saying because all I could think was how bad I wanted to take a drag. In the end I didn't take a drag, but this has been happening to me for the past couple of months now everytime I drink, get f'ed up.
In June it will be 2 years since I've stopped smoking and right after I stopped smoking it was VERY hard to get past the urges to smoke when drinking, but over time I got over it. For the past year and a half I haven't had the urge to smoke at all and now all of a sudden its back again :-(
Has anyone else gone through this? What advice do you have? I haven't picked up a cigarette....yet, but the urges are coming more frequently and more intense then in the past and with the summer coming up I am really worried I might fall off the wagon, or at the very least start smoking socially which I don't want at all.
I ALWAYS have urges when im drinking. I tell my friends that smoke that they are not to give me a cigarette or even a drag under any circumstances. I also try to tell myself that im not gonna just "have one" and then be okay, im gonna smoke all nite, then wake up the next day and want to smoke again.
And the cycle starts again........
BE STRONG!!! YOU'LL GET THRU IT!! :-)
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on April 13, 2011, 03:10:20 PM
This past weekend I was out with friends and was drinking quite a bit. My friends and I were outside so they could have a smoke and while I was standing there with them the urge to smoke hit me like a brickhouse. I couldn't even concentrate on what they were saying because all I could think was how bad I wanted to take a drag. In the end I didn't take a drag, but this has been happening to me for the past couple of months now everytime I drink, get f'ed up.
In June it will be 2 years since I've stopped smoking and right after I stopped smoking it was VERY hard to get past the urges to smoke when drinking, but over time I got over it. For the past year and a half I haven't had the urge to smoke at all and now all of a sudden its back again :-(
Has anyone else gone through this? What advice do you have? I haven't picked up a cigarette....yet, but the urges are coming more frequently and more intense then in the past and with the summer coming up I am really worried I might fall off the wagon, or at the very least start smoking socially which I don't want at all.
Use the same mental tools you used when you first quit. The urge to smoke right now can't in any way be as bad as when you first quite, remember that. And so, beating those urges should be easier. You just need to remember what you used mentally, that first time around, to use again. Stay strong young lady. You got this!
Quote from: Rip Van Winklin' on April 13, 2011, 03:14:11 PM
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on April 13, 2011, 03:10:20 PM
This past weekend I was out with friends and was drinking quite a bit. My friends and I were outside so they could have a smoke and while I was standing there with them the urge to smoke hit me like a brickhouse. I couldn't even concentrate on what they were saying because all I could think was how bad I wanted to take a drag. In the end I didn't take a drag, but this has been happening to me for the past couple of months now everytime I drink, get f'ed up.
In June it will be 2 years since I've stopped smoking and right after I stopped smoking it was VERY hard to get past the urges to smoke when drinking, but over time I got over it. For the past year and a half I haven't had the urge to smoke at all and now all of a sudden its back again :-(
Has anyone else gone through this? What advice do you have? I haven't picked up a cigarette....yet, but the urges are coming more frequently and more intense then in the past and with the summer coming up I am really worried I might fall off the wagon, or at the very least start smoking socially which I don't want at all.
I ALWAYS have urges when im drinking. I tell my friends that smoke that they are not to give me a cigarette or even a drag under any circumstances. I also try to tell myself that im not gonna just "have one" and then be okay, im gonna smoke all nite, then wake up the next day and want to smoke again.
And the cycle starts again........
BE STRONG!!! YOU'LL GET THRU IT!! :-)
Thanks!! Helps knowing I'm not the only one that still gets them. I'll definitely keep this in mind the next time I get an urge.
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 13, 2011, 03:29:48 PM
Quote from: phuzzyfish12 on April 13, 2011, 03:10:20 PM
This past weekend I was out with friends and was drinking quite a bit. My friends and I were outside so they could have a smoke and while I was standing there with them the urge to smoke hit me like a brickhouse. I couldn't even concentrate on what they were saying because all I could think was how bad I wanted to take a drag. In the end I didn't take a drag, but this has been happening to me for the past couple of months now everytime I drink, get f'ed up.
In June it will be 2 years since I've stopped smoking and right after I stopped smoking it was VERY hard to get past the urges to smoke when drinking, but over time I got over it. For the past year and a half I haven't had the urge to smoke at all and now all of a sudden its back again :-(
Has anyone else gone through this? What advice do you have? I haven't picked up a cigarette....yet, but the urges are coming more frequently and more intense then in the past and with the summer coming up I am really worried I might fall off the wagon, or at the very least start smoking socially which I don't want at all.
Use the same mental tools you used when you first quit. The urge to smoke right now can't in any way be as bad as when you first quite, remember that. And so, beating those urges should be easier. You just need to remember what you used mentally, that first time around, to use again. Stay strong young lady. You got this!
Good idea!! When I quit it was because of serious health issues...all of which have gone away now that I don't smoke (good reminder to never start again). I just need to remind myself of that and that I enjoy breathing when I wake up in the mornings. Also being a nonsmoker makes my fifth floor walk up a hell of a lot easier.
Now I just have to remember all this while I'm completely trashed. Mind over matter though, I did it once, I can do it again (so to speak).
I suck! :shakehead:
Quote from: Undermind on April 13, 2011, 04:05:58 PM
I suck! :shakehead:
No way man. You just haven't found what works for you yet. That's all. Or maybe the timing hasn't been right. Or the motivation. Or the desire. It's a combination of a lot of things that gets someone to change a habit that has likely been a part of your life for a very long time. No need to get down on yourself. It'll happen when you're ready. The fact that you've tried, or are trying, is good enough.
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 13, 2011, 04:17:22 PM
Quote from: Undermind on April 13, 2011, 04:05:58 PM
I suck! :shakehead:
No way man. You just haven't found what works for you yet. That's all. Or maybe the timing hasn't been right. Or the motivation. Or the desire. It's a combination of a lot of things that gets someone to change a habit that has likely been a part of your life for a very long time. No need to get down on yourself. It'll happen when you're ready. The fact that you've tried, or are trying, is good enough.
No way! I have been off and one for quite some time. Tomorrow will mark 5 weeks for me which is my longest stretch ever. Its still fresh and neand different, but it happens. The fact that you have attempted is the first step. Each little battle is a win. Quitting smoking is a WAR. You have to battle all of the time. Ask others for some reinforcements and then wage battle again.
Keep it up and don't beat yourself up.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 14, 2011, 01:23:29 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 13, 2011, 04:17:22 PM
Quote from: Undermind on April 13, 2011, 04:05:58 PM
I suck! :shakehead:
No way man. You just haven't found what works for you yet. That's all. Or maybe the timing hasn't been right. Or the motivation. Or the desire. It's a combination of a lot of things that gets someone to change a habit that has likely been a part of your life for a very long time. No need to get down on yourself. It'll happen when you're ready. The fact that you've tried, or are trying, is good enough.
No way! I have been off and one for quite some time. Tomorrow will mark 5 weeks for me which is my longest stretch ever. Its still fresh and neand different, but it happens. The fact that you have attempted is the first step. Each little battle is a win. Quitting smoking is a WAR. You have to battle all of the time. Ask others for some reinforcements and then wage battle again.
Keep it up and don't beat yourself up.
Keep up the good fight eb! :clap:
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 14, 2011, 01:23:29 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 13, 2011, 04:17:22 PM
Quote from: Undermind on April 13, 2011, 04:05:58 PM
I suck! :shakehead:
No way man. You just haven't found what works for you yet. That's all. Or maybe the timing hasn't been right. Or the motivation. Or the desire. It's a combination of a lot of things that gets someone to change a habit that has likely been a part of your life for a very long time. No need to get down on yourself. It'll happen when you're ready. The fact that you've tried, or are trying, is good enough.
No way! I have been off and one for quite some time. Tomorrow will mark 5 weeks for me which is my longest stretch ever. Its still fresh and neand different, but it happens. The fact that you have attempted is the first step. Each little battle is a win. Quitting smoking is a WAR. You have to battle all of the time. Ask others for some reinforcements and then wage battle again.
Keep it up and don't beat yourself up.
Thanks for the encouragement. I didn't have a cigarette from June 19th until January 20th, a little over 7 months. i guess I'm just really pissed at myself for starting again. I think after 6 or 7 months you really need to keep in mind why you stopped originally. When you are that far removed from smoking it seems like you loose sight somewhat of why you stopped in the 1st place. I'm back to smoking the same amount (3/4 of a pack a day) that I did before I stopped, but am going to give the patch another shot here shortly I think. The effects of coming off of chantex were too rough for me to do again, although it made it really easy to stop smoking.
i now think the best way to quit is to move to NYC. i couldnt believe the cost of a pack when i was out there.
Quote from: VA $l!m on April 14, 2011, 01:46:13 PM
i now think the best way to quit is to move to NYC. i couldnt believe the cost of a pack when i was out there.
That was one of the many reason's I quit...$10 a pack was too much for me.
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 14, 2011, 01:39:39 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 14, 2011, 01:23:29 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 13, 2011, 04:17:22 PM
Quote from: Undermind on April 13, 2011, 04:05:58 PM
I suck! :shakehead:
No way man. You just haven't found what works for you yet. That's all. Or maybe the timing hasn't been right. Or the motivation. Or the desire. It's a combination of a lot of things that gets someone to change a habit that has likely been a part of your life for a very long time. No need to get down on yourself. It'll happen when you're ready. The fact that you've tried, or are trying, is good enough.
No way! I have been off and one for quite some time. Tomorrow will mark 5 weeks for me which is my longest stretch ever. Its still fresh and neand different, but it happens. The fact that you have attempted is the first step. Each little battle is a win. Quitting smoking is a WAR. You have to battle all of the time. Ask others for some reinforcements and then wage battle again.
Keep it up and don't beat yourself up.
Keep up the good fight eb! :clap:
Thanks! And tonight I am bringing back the celebratory bombers!
Well, I'm back in here after have a brief relapse from the holdays through til we got here to Ethiopia. I wasn't smoking all the time or anything but would usually grab a smoke from friends or toss a friend $5 so I wouldn't feel guilty about bumming. I have now quit yet again as of the end of March. Here's to this being the final time :beers:
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on April 15, 2011, 10:12:22 AM
Well, I'm back in here after have a brief relapse from the holdays through til we got here to Ethiopia. I wasn't smoking all the time or anything but would usually grab a smoke from friends or toss a friend $5 so I wouldn't feel guilty about bumming. I have now quit yet again as of the end of March. Here's to this being the final time :beers:
:rawk:
Right back at ya UncleEb, sounds like you're on a pretty good run yourself. :beerbang:
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on April 15, 2011, 10:17:10 AM
Right back at ya UncleEb, sounds like you're on a pretty good run yourself. :beerbang:
Thanks 5 weeks today!
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 15, 2011, 10:19:41 AM
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on April 15, 2011, 10:17:10 AM
Right back at ya UncleEb, sounds like you're on a pretty good run yourself. :beerbang:
Thanks 5 weeks today!
:clap: :clap:
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on April 15, 2011, 10:12:22 AM
Well, I'm back in here after have a brief relapse from the holdays through til we got here to Ethiopia. I wasn't smoking all the time or anything but would usually grab a smoke from friends or toss a friend $5 so I wouldn't feel guilty about bumming. I have now quit yet again as of the end of March. Here's to this being the final time :beers:
:beers:
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 15, 2011, 10:19:41 AM
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on April 15, 2011, 10:17:10 AM
Right back at ya UncleEb, sounds like you're on a pretty good run yourself. :beerbang:
:crazy:
Thanks 5 weeks today!
6 weeks! :rockout:
eventually I'll stop posting the weekly update. :-D
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 22, 2011, 10:51:20 AM
6 weeks! :rockout:
eventually I'll stop posting the weekly update. :-D
Glad to see the positive progress. Keep it up.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 22, 2011, 10:51:20 AM
6 weeks! :rockout:
eventually I'll stop posting the weekly update. :-D
:crazy: :beerbang:
Keep it up!
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 22, 2011, 10:51:20 AM
6 weeks! :rockout:
eventually I'll stop posting the weekly update. :-D
:clap: great job!! :clap:
Good work Uncle Eb! :clap:
good job Eb and BB!!! my 1 year off smokes is in 3 days...I really can't believe it still :-D
congrats everyone
:beers:
On Friday, I hit 8 weeks!!!
On Saturday, I was golfing and decided to have a smoke. That's the bad news.
The good news, is it was AWFUL and I didn't enjoy a single drag. Sucks that I had a moment, but I am actually pretty happy that I didn't enjoy it what so ever.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 10:18:06 AM
On Friday, I hit 8 weeks!!!
On Saturday, I was golfing and decided to have a smoke. That's the bad news.
The good news, is it was AWFUL and I didn't enjoy a single drag. Sucks that I had a moment, but I am actually pretty happy that I didn't enjoy it what so ever.
I don't get it.
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 10, 2011, 01:08:16 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 10:18:06 AM
On Friday, I hit 8 weeks!!!
On Saturday, I was golfing and decided to have a smoke. That's the bad news.
The good news, is it was AWFUL and I didn't enjoy a single drag. Sucks that I had a moment, but I am actually pretty happy that I didn't enjoy it what so ever.
I don't get it.
There is nothing to get really, other than I am holding myself accountable to this thread, telling on myself and letting everyone know that I had a lapse. Grab some water. :-P
j/k
Honestly, it was stupid to have one. PERIOD. But once I was done I did say to myself that was f'ing terrible, my "streak" is broken, but it was not enjoyable at all and I didn't think about having one the rest of the day.
So now I am on day 3 technically.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 02:12:21 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 10, 2011, 01:08:16 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 10:18:06 AM
On Friday, I hit 8 weeks!!!
On Saturday, I was golfing and decided to have a smoke. That's the bad news.
The good news, is it was AWFUL and I didn't enjoy a single drag. Sucks that I had a moment, but I am actually pretty happy that I didn't enjoy it what so ever.
I don't get it.
There is nothing to get really, other than I am holding myself accountable to this thread, telling on myself and letting everyone know that I had a lapse. Grab some water. :-P
j/k
Honestly, it was stupid to have one. PERIOD. But once I was done I did say to myself that was f'ing terrible, my "streak" is broken, but it was not enjoyable at all and I didn't think about having one the rest of the day.
So now I am on day 3 technically.
Just saw some posts about smoking elsewhere, and being judged. Don't mean to be "that guy" but what I meant was, I don't get how the day after hitting 8 weeks it even occurred to you to have one. After that much time, it's not even a physical thing. It was purely a mental lapse, not a physical one. And that's something we've talked about. There will ALWAYS be some reason to say what the hell, and have one. But you have to find a reason not to EVERY SINGLE time...at least until those reasons when you would otherwise say what the hell, and have one, stop occurring. All I'm saying is, I'm super glad you made it 8 weeks, that's straight bad ass, especially because I know how hard you've been trying, and how many times you've tried. But those opportunities will always be there, I think I might have said to Postjack this weekend, about it being over a year, and I had though about maybe a cigar to celebrate being at fest, but realized, nah, I don't even want to take the chance....it's those what the hell moments that you have to now start to focus on and battle through.
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 10, 2011, 02:26:12 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 02:12:21 PM
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Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 10:18:06 AM
On Friday, I hit 8 weeks!!!
On Saturday, I was golfing and decided to have a smoke. That's the bad news.
The good news, is it was AWFUL and I didn't enjoy a single drag. Sucks that I had a moment, but I am actually pretty happy that I didn't enjoy it what so ever.
I don't get it.
There is nothing to get really, other than I am holding myself accountable to this thread, telling on myself and letting everyone know that I had a lapse. Grab some water. :-P
j/k
Honestly, it was stupid to have one. PERIOD. But once I was done I did say to myself that was f'ing terrible, my "streak" is broken, but it was not enjoyable at all and I didn't think about having one the rest of the day.
So now I am on day 3 technically.
Just saw some posts about smoking elsewhere, and being judged. Don't mean to be "that guy" but what I meant was, I don't get how the day after hitting 8 weeks it even occurred to you to have one. After that much time, it's not even a physical thing. It was purely a mental lapse, not a physical one. And that's something we've talked about. There will ALWAYS be some reason to say what the hell, and have one. But you have to find a reason not to EVERY SINGLE time...at least until those reasons when you would otherwise say what the hell, and have one, stop occurring. All I'm saying is, I'm super glad you made it 8 weeks, that's straight bad ass, especially because I know how hard you've been trying, and how many times you've tried. But those opportunities will always be there, I think I might have said to Postjack this weekend, about it being over a year, and I had though about maybe a cigar to celebrate being at fest, but realized, nah, I don't even want to take the chance....it's those what the hell moments that you have to now start to focus on and battle through.
It was 100% a mental lapse, but in my mind I said, "well I made it this long what's 1 cig?" I know full well it was a dumb idea. It was just straight stupid. I can say that although I am upset that I did that, I was very happy to have not enjoyed it. Its almost validation to me that I have made a huge move forward. I know its sounds completely counter intuitive. I'm not justifying that what I did was right or acceptable, that's just how it turned out.
I don't really get it either.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 02:43:19 PM
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Quote from: goodabouthood on May 10, 2011, 01:08:16 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 10:18:06 AM
On Friday, I hit 8 weeks!!!
On Saturday, I was golfing and decided to have a smoke. That's the bad news.
The good news, is it was AWFUL and I didn't enjoy a single drag. Sucks that I had a moment, but I am actually pretty happy that I didn't enjoy it what so ever.
I don't get it.
There is nothing to get really, other than I am holding myself accountable to this thread, telling on myself and letting everyone know that I had a lapse. Grab some water. :-P
j/k
Honestly, it was stupid to have one. PERIOD. But once I was done I did say to myself that was f'ing terrible, my "streak" is broken, but it was not enjoyable at all and I didn't think about having one the rest of the day.
So now I am on day 3 technically.
Just saw some posts about smoking elsewhere, and being judged. Don't mean to be "that guy" but what I meant was, I don't get how the day after hitting 8 weeks it even occurred to you to have one. After that much time, it's not even a physical thing. It was purely a mental lapse, not a physical one. And that's something we've talked about. There will ALWAYS be some reason to say what the hell, and have one. But you have to find a reason not to EVERY SINGLE time...at least until those reasons when you would otherwise say what the hell, and have one, stop occurring. All I'm saying is, I'm super glad you made it 8 weeks, that's straight bad ass, especially because I know how hard you've been trying, and how many times you've tried. But those opportunities will always be there, I think I might have said to Postjack this weekend, about it being over a year, and I had though about maybe a cigar to celebrate being at fest, but realized, nah, I don't even want to take the chance....it's those what the hell moments that you have to now start to focus on and battle through.
It was 100% a mental lapse, but in my mind I said, "well I made it this long what's 1 cig?" I know full well it was a dumb idea. It was just straight stupid. I can say that although I am upset that I did that, I was very happy to have not enjoyed it. Its almost validation to me that I have made a huge move forward. I know its sounds completely counter intuitive. I'm not justifying that what I did was right or acceptable, that's just how it turned out.
I don't really get it either.
It's all good. Its like mrc. said, took a couple puffs one time bumming one of someone and almost got sick, and never thought about it again. It could simply be the same kind of thing. So you had one, realized it sucked, didn't enjoy it, and so that's that. You'll be fine, I know it.
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 10, 2011, 02:56:01 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 02:43:19 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 10, 2011, 02:26:12 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 02:12:21 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 10, 2011, 01:08:16 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 10:18:06 AM
On Friday, I hit 8 weeks!!!
On Saturday, I was golfing and decided to have a smoke. That's the bad news.
The good news, is it was AWFUL and I didn't enjoy a single drag. Sucks that I had a moment, but I am actually pretty happy that I didn't enjoy it what so ever.
I don't get it.
There is nothing to get really, other than I am holding myself accountable to this thread, telling on myself and letting everyone know that I had a lapse. Grab some water. :-P
j/k
Honestly, it was stupid to have one. PERIOD. But once I was done I did say to myself that was f'ing terrible, my "streak" is broken, but it was not enjoyable at all and I didn't think about having one the rest of the day.
So now I am on day 3 technically.
Just saw some posts about smoking elsewhere, and being judged. Don't mean to be "that guy" but what I meant was, I don't get how the day after hitting 8 weeks it even occurred to you to have one. After that much time, it's not even a physical thing. It was purely a mental lapse, not a physical one. And that's something we've talked about. There will ALWAYS be some reason to say what the hell, and have one. But you have to find a reason not to EVERY SINGLE time...at least until those reasons when you would otherwise say what the hell, and have one, stop occurring. All I'm saying is, I'm super glad you made it 8 weeks, that's straight bad ass, especially because I know how hard you've been trying, and how many times you've tried. But those opportunities will always be there, I think I might have said to Postjack this weekend, about it being over a year, and I had though about maybe a cigar to celebrate being at fest, but realized, nah, I don't even want to take the chance....it's those what the hell moments that you have to now start to focus on and battle through.
It was 100% a mental lapse, but in my mind I said, "well I made it this long what's 1 cig?" I know full well it was a dumb idea. It was just straight stupid. I can say that although I am upset that I did that, I was very happy to have not enjoyed it. Its almost validation to me that I have made a huge move forward. I know its sounds completely counter intuitive. I'm not justifying that what I did was right or acceptable, that's just how it turned out.
I don't really get it either.
It's all good. Its like mrc. said, took a couple puffs one time bumming one of someone and almost got sick, and never thought about it again. It could simply be the same kind of thing. So you had one, realized it sucked, didn't enjoy it, and so that's that. You'll be fine, I know it.
I think so too. Part of this thread is to share this with others so that those trying to understand what goes on. For me, it is therapeutic.
One of the many reason's I quit smoking:
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UncleE: I think we've all been there before, don't beat yourself up too much. The fact that you didn't enjoy it is just another reason and reminder as to why you quit.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 03:04:15 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 10, 2011, 02:56:01 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 02:43:19 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 10, 2011, 02:26:12 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 02:12:21 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 10, 2011, 01:08:16 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 10, 2011, 10:18:06 AM
On Friday, I hit 8 weeks!!!
On Saturday, I was golfing and decided to have a smoke. That's the bad news.
The good news, is it was AWFUL and I didn't enjoy a single drag. Sucks that I had a moment, but I am actually pretty happy that I didn't enjoy it what so ever.
I don't get it.
There is nothing to get really, other than I am holding myself accountable to this thread, telling on myself and letting everyone know that I had a lapse. Grab some water. :-P
j/k
Honestly, it was stupid to have one. PERIOD. But once I was done I did say to myself that was f'ing terrible, my "streak" is broken, but it was not enjoyable at all and I didn't think about having one the rest of the day.
So now I am on day 3 technically.
Just saw some posts about smoking elsewhere, and being judged. Don't mean to be "that guy" but what I meant was, I don't get how the day after hitting 8 weeks it even occurred to you to have one. After that much time, it's not even a physical thing. It was purely a mental lapse, not a physical one. And that's something we've talked about. There will ALWAYS be some reason to say what the hell, and have one. But you have to find a reason not to EVERY SINGLE time...at least until those reasons when you would otherwise say what the hell, and have one, stop occurring. All I'm saying is, I'm super glad you made it 8 weeks, that's straight bad ass, especially because I know how hard you've been trying, and how many times you've tried. But those opportunities will always be there, I think I might have said to Postjack this weekend, about it being over a year, and I had though about maybe a cigar to celebrate being at fest, but realized, nah, I don't even want to take the chance....it's those what the hell moments that you have to now start to focus on and battle through.
It was 100% a mental lapse, but in my mind I said, "well I made it this long what's 1 cig?" I know full well it was a dumb idea. It was just straight stupid. I can say that although I am upset that I did that, I was very happy to have not enjoyed it. Its almost validation to me that I have made a huge move forward. I know its sounds completely counter intuitive. I'm not justifying that what I did was right or acceptable, that's just how it turned out.
I don't really get it either.
It's all good. Its like mrc. said, took a couple puffs one time bumming one of someone and almost got sick, and never thought about it again. It could simply be the same kind of thing. So you had one, realized it sucked, didn't enjoy it, and so that's that. You'll be fine, I know it.
I think so too. Part of this thread is to share this with others so that those trying to understand what goes on. For me, it is therapeutic.
Want therapy? Next time you think about having one, give me a call. I'll come right over, and kick you in the nuts. You'll learn one way or the other! :samurai:
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Ive been embarrassed to mention it here but I SUCK AS WELL!
I had a good run and some bud turns and pretty much right back to square one. Its gunna take some time but I don't wanna start updating my status here until I make some significant changes.
And about some of my outbursts in other threads, yeah apologies all around. Friends looking out for friends is the best way to start stopping. Just sucks when all of the local friends are into the same crap. :cry:
i am getting back to the mental state where I was at the last time around, and i just gotta man up and roll with it when my mind clicks.
no need to wish me luck cause I know you all mean the best. Hopefully ill be updating again in here soon.
Quote from: JustJezmund on May 10, 2011, 07:07:12 PM
Ive been embarrassed to mention it here but I SUCK AS WELL!
I had a good run and some bud turns and pretty much right back to square one. Its gunna take some time but I don't wanna start updating my status here until I make some significant changes.
And about some of my outbursts in other threads, yeah apologies all around. Friends looking out for friends is the best way to start stopping. Just sucks when all of the local friends are into the same crap. :cry:
i am getting back to the mental state where I was at the last time around, and i just gotta man up and roll with it when my mind clicks.
no need to wish me luck cause I know you all mean the best. Hopefully ill be updating again in here soon.
not wishing you luck! :-P
Quote from: goodabouthood on May 11, 2011, 09:44:29 AM
Quote from: JustJezmund on May 10, 2011, 07:07:12 PM
Ive been embarrassed to mention it here but I SUCK AS WELL!
I had a good run and some bud turns and pretty much right back to square one. Its gunna take some time but I don't wanna start updating my status here until I make some significant changes.
And about some of my outbursts in other threads, yeah apologies all around. Friends looking out for friends is the best way to start stopping. Just sucks when all of the local friends are into the same crap. :cry:
i am getting back to the mental state where I was at the last time around, and i just gotta man up and roll with it when my mind clicks.
no need to wish me luck cause I know you all mean the best. Hopefully ill be updating again in here soon.
not wishing you luck! :-P
Yeah not wishing you luck either. :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Don't go fuck yourself. :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
With all the shit going on lately in my life, I'm a pussy and I quit this thread.
Horrible excuse and report back later.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on May 11, 2011, 02:34:42 PM
With all the shit going on lately in my life, I'm a pussy and I quit this thread.
Horrible excuse and report back later.
Since quitting is contagious, its OK. Please quit on quitting this thread and all will be well again.
See you soon!
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on May 11, 2011, 02:36:13 PM
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on May 11, 2011, 02:34:42 PM
With all the shit going on lately in my life, I'm a pussy and I quit this thread.
Horrible excuse and report back later.
Since quitting is contagious, its OK. Please quit on quitting this thread and all will be well again.
See you soon!
That's fine. I'm quitting at quitting too. Quitting is for suckers anyway. But if you quit at quitting, you're not a sucker at all.
Quote from: JustJezmund on May 10, 2011, 07:07:12 PM
Ive been embarrassed to mention it here but I SUCK AS WELL!
I had a good run and some bud turns and pretty much right back to square one. Its gunna take some time but I don't wanna start updating my status here until I make some significant changes.
And about some of my outbursts in other threads, yeah apologies all around. Friends looking out for friends is the best way to start stopping. Just sucks when all of the local friends are into the same crap. :cry:
i am getting back to the mental state where I was at the last time around, and i just gotta man up and roll with it when my mind clicks.
no need to wish me luck cause I know you all mean the best. Hopefully ill be updating again in here soon.
Now I get... you've been on the "smoke yourself thin" diet... cheating bastard!!
Ok ok, got the message. Did I mention I'm a pussy.
It's amazing I could not even think about it at the shows and partying etc. but crumble in the weirdest situations.
Forget it, I'll be back before you know it.
Quote from: PIE-GUY on May 11, 2011, 02:48:28 PM
Quote from: JustJezmund on May 10, 2011, 07:07:12 PM
Ive been embarrassed to mention it here but I SUCK AS WELL!
I had a good run and some bud turns and pretty much right back to square one. Its gunna take some time but I don't wanna start updating my status here until I make some significant changes.
And about some of my outbursts in other threads, yeah apologies all around. Friends looking out for friends is the best way to start stopping. Just sucks when all of the local friends are into the same crap. :cry:
i am getting back to the mental state where I was at the last time around, and i just gotta man up and roll with it when my mind clicks.
no need to wish me luck cause I know you all mean the best. Hopefully ill be updating again in here soon.
Now I get... you've been on the "smoke yourself thin" diet... cheating bastard!!
HA!
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rh2wST3eLBg
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on May 11, 2011, 02:49:21 PM
Ok ok, got the message. Did I mention I'm a pussy.
It's amazing I could not even think about it at the shows and partying etc. but crumble in the weirdest situations.
Forget it, I'll be back before you know it.
Ummmm, considering your past few days, I can understand.
I was being very toungue in cheek. Come back soon!
I'm back baby!!!!
And this time, for good.
:rawk:
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on September 21, 2011, 01:48:15 PM
I'm back baby!!!!
And this time, for good.
:rawk:
Let's do this! :samurai:
:clap:
really don't want to jinx anything, but i am trying real hard right now to make a go of this.
i'm down to about 5 or 6 american spirit lights yesterday, which i smoke in halves...
jah bless.
nice bump.
good luck
:beers:
Quote from: slslbs on October 18, 2011, 11:44:56 AM
nice bump.
good luck
:beers:
at this point i honestly would rather still be as broke as i am and smoke free, rather than a millionaire and not able to quit.
I just realized yesterday that I hadn't had a cig since DJ's wedding (buddy of mine & George's from high school.) I absentmindedly quit without even thinking about it (granted I started dipping because I can't smoke in my apartment and don't like to when I'm working)
Quote from: phil on October 19, 2011, 03:20:38 PM
I just realized yesterday that I hadn't had a cig since DJ's wedding (buddy of mine & George's from high school.) I absentmindedly quit without even thinking about it (granted I started dipping because I can't smoke in my apartment and don't like to when I'm working)
Dipping is disgusting, btw.
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 19, 2011, 03:21:58 PM
Quote from: phil on October 19, 2011, 03:20:38 PM
I just realized yesterday that I hadn't had a cig since DJ's wedding (buddy of mine & George's from high school.) I absentmindedly quit without even thinking about it (granted I started dipping because I can't smoke in my apartment and don't like to when I'm working)
Dipping is disgusting, btw.
True, but it's way more discreet (at least from the perspective of smelling like smoke all the time)
Quote from: phil on October 19, 2011, 03:49:05 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 19, 2011, 03:21:58 PM
Quote from: phil on October 19, 2011, 03:20:38 PM
I just realized yesterday that I hadn't had a cig since DJ's wedding (buddy of mine & George's from high school.) I absentmindedly quit without even thinking about it (granted I started dipping because I can't smoke in my apartment and don't like to when I'm working)
Dipping is disgusting, btw.
True, but it's way more discreet (at least from the perspective of smelling like smoke all the time)
Lip & gum cancer kills AND looks gross.
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 19, 2011, 03:59:00 PM
Quote from: phil on October 19, 2011, 03:49:05 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 19, 2011, 03:21:58 PM
Quote from: phil on October 19, 2011, 03:20:38 PM
I just realized yesterday that I hadn't had a cig since DJ's wedding (buddy of mine & George's from high school.) I absentmindedly quit without even thinking about it (granted I started dipping because I can't smoke in my apartment and don't like to when I'm working)
Dipping is disgusting, btw.
True, but it's way more discreet (at least from the perspective of smelling like smoke all the time)
Lip & gum cancer kills AND looks gross.
I'd argue that no type of cancer is glamorous, be it mouth or lung.
I dip Copenhagen, and have for years. It's disgusting and girls hate it.
But it's delicious.
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 19, 2011, 09:28:33 PM
I dip Copenhagen, and have for years. It's disgusting and girls hate it.
But it's delicious.
Definitely something to avoid if girls are around, but like you said, deeee-lish
Quote from: phil on October 19, 2011, 09:30:22 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 19, 2011, 09:28:33 PM
I dip Copenhagen, and have for years. It's disgusting and girls hate it.
But it's delicious.
Definitely something to avoid if girls are around, but like you said, deeee-lish
One would be wise to think twice about a girl who would get near your face when you've had that shit in your face.
Likely she's indiscriminate about other things too (and not in a good way.)
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 19, 2011, 10:33:19 PM
Quote from: phil on October 19, 2011, 09:30:22 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 19, 2011, 09:28:33 PM
I dip Copenhagen, and have for years. It's disgusting and girls hate it.
But it's delicious.
Definitely something to avoid if girls are around, but like you said, deeee-lish
One would be wise to think twice about a girl who would get near your face when you've had that shit in your face.
Likely she's indiscriminate about other things too (and not in a good way.)
I've only met one girl who dipped, and I conned her boyfriend into trading me weed in exchange for the 6 month old can of dip in my car at a new year's party hosted by the head of the middle school I went to (long story). Not the brightest bulb on the tree, to say the least.
Quote from: phil on October 19, 2011, 11:17:19 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 19, 2011, 10:33:19 PM
Quote from: phil on October 19, 2011, 09:30:22 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 19, 2011, 09:28:33 PM
I dip Copenhagen, and have for years. It's disgusting and girls hate it.
But it's delicious.
Definitely something to avoid if girls are around, but like you said, deeee-lish
One would be wise to think twice about a girl who would get near your face when you've had that shit in your face.
Likely she's indiscriminate about other things too (and not in a good way.)
I've only met one girl who dipped, and I conned her boyfriend into trading me weed in exchange for the 6 month old can of dip in my car at a new year's party hosted by the head of the middle school I went to (long story). Not the brightest bulb on the tree, to say the least.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 19, 2011, 03:07:25 PM
Quote from: slslbs on October 18, 2011, 11:44:56 AM
nice bump.
good luck
:beers:
at this point i honestly would rather still be as broke as i am and smoke free, rather than a millionaire and not able to quit.
solid! good job buddy! keep it up! :beers:
Doctor: "Well, I've got good news and bad news."
Dude (nursing a terrible hangover): "Give me the good news"
Doctor: "That red ring on your penis is lipstick"
Dude: "What's the bad news?"
Doctor: "The brown ring is chewing tobacco"
Quote from: kellerb on October 20, 2011, 01:03:50 PM
Doctor: "Well, I've got good news and bad news."
Dude (nursing a terrible hangover): "Give me the good news"
Doctor: "That red ring on your penis is lipstick"
Dude: "What's the bad news?"
Doctor: "The brown ring is chewing tobacco"
A+
Quote from: sophist on October 20, 2011, 01:23:12 PM
Quote from: kellerb on October 20, 2011, 01:03:50 PM
Doctor: "Well, I've got good news and bad news."
Dude (nursing a terrible hangover): "Give me the good news"
Doctor: "That red ring on your penis is lipstick"
Dude: "What's the bad news?"
Doctor: "The brown ring is chewing tobacco"
A+
:clap:
k, i've begun the final solution.
A. quit coffee & all caffeine first.
B. once acclimated, start nicotine detox.
i know this is my only hope.
unfortunately i am an uber addict on all fronts.
i know this.
so, its gotta be the caffeine first.
don't ask me why, it just does.
i'm going to have to detox with my one cup for the next few mornings til i adjust, then cold turkey.
most substances i need about 4 days to clear a level of dosage.
holy shit do i have a migrain comin' on. :-o :frustrated:
I don't know what I would do without my coffee.
me=
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Quote from: Lifeboy on October 23, 2011, 07:17:59 PM
I don't know what I would do without my coffee.
me=
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that's the point. i'm a crackhead and it is destroying my health. i honestly would go to a rehab for just caffeine and nicotine if i could afford it. no lie.
I feel ya, dude. I honestly probably need some kind of program/rehab to quit dipping and drinking coffee
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 23, 2011, 07:36:01 PM
I feel ya, dude. I honestly probably need some kind of program/rehab to quit dipping and drinking coffee
i'm not your typical coffee drinker or cigarette smoker
it all depends on if you can't manage your life because of what you choose to put in your body.
unfortunately i have been living the last 500 days in a row with excruciating pain 24/7 in my spine and nerves.
i'm such an addict that i still do things that i can physically feel hurting me as i do them.
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 23, 2011, 07:41:21 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 23, 2011, 07:36:01 PM
I feel ya, dude. I honestly probably need some kind of program/rehab to quit dipping and drinking coffee
i'm not your typical coffee drinker or cigarette smoker
it all depends on if you can't manage your life because of what you choose to put in your body.
unfortunately i have been living the last 500 days in a row with excruciating pain 24/7 in my spine and nerves.
i'm such an addict that i still do things that i can physically feel hurting me as i do them.
good luck buddy! you got this! :samurai:
Quote from: goodabouthood on October 24, 2011, 10:01:46 AM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 23, 2011, 07:41:21 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 23, 2011, 07:36:01 PM
I feel ya, dude. I honestly probably need some kind of program/rehab to quit dipping and drinking coffee
i'm not your typical coffee drinker or cigarette smoker
it all depends on if you can't manage your life because of what you choose to put in your body.
unfortunately i have been living the last 500 days in a row with excruciating pain 24/7 in my spine and nerves.
i'm such an addict that i still do things that i can physically feel hurting me as i do them.
good luck buddy! you got this! :samurai:
day 2, one cup.
i'm stoked and focused. the amount of pressure relief of my discs and nerves i got last night just from cutting down one day was unreal.
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2011, 11:40:23 AM
Quote from: goodabouthood on October 24, 2011, 10:01:46 AM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 23, 2011, 07:41:21 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 23, 2011, 07:36:01 PM
I feel ya, dude. I honestly probably need some kind of program/rehab to quit dipping and drinking coffee
i'm not your typical coffee drinker or cigarette smoker
it all depends on if you can't manage your life because of what you choose to put in your body.
unfortunately i have been living the last 500 days in a row with excruciating pain 24/7 in my spine and nerves.
i'm such an addict that i still do things that i can physically feel hurting me as i do them.
good luck buddy! you got this! :samurai:
day 2, one cup.
i'm stoked and focused. the amount of pressure relief of my discs and nerves i got last night just from cutting down one day was unreal.
it will be interesting to see how things are going on day 14. That's usually about my time frame. I always feel great for a few days after i decide to stop smoking, but I always come crawling back. Can't say the same for my drinking.
Keep us updated.
Quote from: PleasedDog on October 24, 2011, 01:28:41 PM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2011, 11:40:23 AM
Quote from: goodabouthood on October 24, 2011, 10:01:46 AM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 23, 2011, 07:41:21 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 23, 2011, 07:36:01 PM
I feel ya, dude. I honestly probably need some kind of program/rehab to quit dipping and drinking coffee
i'm not your typical coffee drinker or cigarette smoker
it all depends on if you can't manage your life because of what you choose to put in your body.
unfortunately i have been living the last 500 days in a row with excruciating pain 24/7 in my spine and nerves.
i'm such an addict that i still do things that i can physically feel hurting me as i do them.
good luck buddy! you got this! :samurai:
day 2, one cup.
i'm stoked and focused. the amount of pressure relief of my discs and nerves i got last night just from cutting down one day was unreal.
it will be interesting to see how things are going on day 14. That's usually about my time frame. I always feel great for a few days after i decide to stop smoking, but I always come crawling back. Can't say the same for my drinking.
Keep us updated.
honestly i'm trying to not even think about the smoking right now. just figured i could use this thread for the caffeine too. FWIW, i don't expect anybody to care, it jus helps me to talk about it.
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2011, 01:58:25 PM
Quote from: PleasedDog on October 24, 2011, 01:28:41 PM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2011, 11:40:23 AM
Quote from: goodabouthood on October 24, 2011, 10:01:46 AM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 23, 2011, 07:41:21 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 23, 2011, 07:36:01 PM
I feel ya, dude. I honestly probably need some kind of program/rehab to quit dipping and drinking coffee
i'm not your typical coffee drinker or cigarette smoker
it all depends on if you can't manage your life because of what you choose to put in your body.
unfortunately i have been living the last 500 days in a row with excruciating pain 24/7 in my spine and nerves.
i'm such an addict that i still do things that i can physically feel hurting me as i do them.
good luck buddy! you got this! :samurai:
day 2, one cup.
i'm stoked and focused. the amount of pressure relief of my discs and nerves i got last night just from cutting down one day was unreal.
it will be interesting to see how things are going on day 14. That's usually about my time frame. I always feel great for a few days after i decide to stop smoking, but I always come crawling back. Can't say the same for my drinking.
Keep us updated.
honestly i'm trying to not even think about the smoking right now. just figured i could use this thread for the caffeine too. FWIW, i don't expect anybody to care, it jus helps me to talk about it.
Talk it up.
I gave up habitual caffeine use in January of 2010 and it was tough. With that I began drinking a ton more water which, I feel, greatly improved my health.
6 months or so ago, I started drinking coffee daily again. My health has declined and I hate it.
As of today, caffeine is out.
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 24, 2011, 02:23:04 PM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2011, 01:58:25 PM
Quote from: PleasedDog on October 24, 2011, 01:28:41 PM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2011, 11:40:23 AM
Quote from: goodabouthood on October 24, 2011, 10:01:46 AM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 23, 2011, 07:41:21 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 23, 2011, 07:36:01 PM
I feel ya, dude. I honestly probably need some kind of program/rehab to quit dipping and drinking coffee
i'm not your typical coffee drinker or cigarette smoker
it all depends on if you can't manage your life because of what you choose to put in your body.
unfortunately i have been living the last 500 days in a row with excruciating pain 24/7 in my spine and nerves.
i'm such an addict that i still do things that i can physically feel hurting me as i do them.
good luck buddy! you got this! :samurai:
day 2, one cup.
i'm stoked and focused. the amount of pressure relief of my discs and nerves i got last night just from cutting down one day was unreal.
it will be interesting to see how things are going on day 14. That's usually about my time frame. I always feel great for a few days after i decide to stop smoking, but I always come crawling back. Can't say the same for my drinking.
Keep us updated.
honestly i'm trying to not even think about the smoking right now. just figured i could use this thread for the caffeine too. FWIW, i don't expect anybody to care, it jus helps me to talk about it.
Talk it up.
I gave up habitual caffeine use in January of 2010 and it was tough. With that I began drinking a ton more water which, I feel, greatly improved my health.
6 months or so ago, I started drinking coffee daily again. My health has declined and I hate it.
As of today, caffeine is out.
Slim, you're an inspiration to us all.
How much coffee are we talking 'cause I can't see how a cup or 2 a day has any negative impact on your health. Now if it is triggering your smoking, than that is more problematic.
I have slipped up a couple of times since quitting smoking but am still determined to lick this.
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 24, 2011, 02:23:04 PM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2011, 01:58:25 PM
Quote from: PleasedDog on October 24, 2011, 01:28:41 PM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2011, 11:40:23 AM
Quote from: goodabouthood on October 24, 2011, 10:01:46 AM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 23, 2011, 07:41:21 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 23, 2011, 07:36:01 PM
I feel ya, dude. I honestly probably need some kind of program/rehab to quit dipping and drinking coffee
i'm not your typical coffee drinker or cigarette smoker
it all depends on if you can't manage your life because of what you choose to put in your body.
unfortunately i have been living the last 500 days in a row with excruciating pain 24/7 in my spine and nerves.
i'm such an addict that i still do things that i can physically feel hurting me as i do them.
good luck buddy! you got this! :samurai:
day 2, one cup.
i'm stoked and focused. the amount of pressure relief of my discs and nerves i got last night just from cutting down one day was unreal.
it will be interesting to see how things are going on day 14. That's usually about my time frame. I always feel great for a few days after i decide to stop smoking, but I always come crawling back. Can't say the same for my drinking.
Keep us updated.
honestly i'm trying to not even think about the smoking right now. just figured i could use this thread for the caffeine too. FWIW, i don't expect anybody to care, it jus helps me to talk about it.
Talk it up.
I gave up habitual caffeine use in January of 2010 and it was tough. With that I began drinking a ton more water which, I feel, greatly improved my health.
6 months or so ago, I started drinking coffee daily again. My health has declined and I hate it.
As of today, caffeine is out.
werd.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on October 24, 2011, 03:24:01 PM
How much coffee are we talking 'cause I can't see how a cup or 2 a day has any negative impact on your health. Now if it is triggering your smoking, than that is more problematic.
I have slipped up a couple of times since quitting smoking but am still determined to lick this.
i could go into details but they are rather disgusting. just trust me, its a miracle i'm even alive as i type, and caffeine is detrimental to my multiple conditions. i am in no way saying a normal healthy person should necessarily be negatively impacted by caffeine.
I hear ya Slim, +K for giving it up then. Sounds like your body has been telling you to for awhile.
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 24, 2011, 02:23:04 PM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2011, 01:58:25 PM
Quote from: PleasedDog on October 24, 2011, 01:28:41 PM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2011, 11:40:23 AM
Quote from: goodabouthood on October 24, 2011, 10:01:46 AM
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 23, 2011, 07:41:21 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 23, 2011, 07:36:01 PM
I feel ya, dude. I honestly probably need some kind of program/rehab to quit dipping and drinking coffee
i'm not your typical coffee drinker or cigarette smoker
it all depends on if you can't manage your life because of what you choose to put in your body.
unfortunately i have been living the last 500 days in a row with excruciating pain 24/7 in my spine and nerves.
i'm such an addict that i still do things that i can physically feel hurting me as i do them.
good luck buddy! you got this! :samurai:
day 2, one cup.
i'm stoked and focused. the amount of pressure relief of my discs and nerves i got last night just from cutting down one day was unreal.
it will be interesting to see how things are going on day 14. That's usually about my time frame. I always feel great for a few days after i decide to stop smoking, but I always come crawling back. Can't say the same for my drinking.
Keep us updated.
honestly i'm trying to not even think about the smoking right now. just figured i could use this thread for the caffeine too. FWIW, i don't expect anybody to care, it jus helps me to talk about it.
Talk it up.
I gave up habitual caffeine use in January of 2010 and it was tough. With that I began drinking a ton more water which, I feel, greatly improved my health.
6 months or so ago, I started drinking coffee daily again. My health has declined and I hate it.
As of today, caffeine is out.
I'll drink coffee once or twice a month. Caffeine makes me feel like shit.
Quote from: Lifeboy on October 23, 2011, 07:36:01 PM
I feel ya, dude. I honestly probably need some kind of program/rehab to quit dipping and drinking coffee
Same here man. I want to quit dipping so bad. Every time I have tried I'll make it almost a week, but then :frustrated:
Made it five days without coffee... Now if only I can survive the weekend.
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 28, 2011, 11:31:06 PM
Made it five days without coffee... Now if only I can survive the weekend.
Good job. Keep it up.
I'm a real light coffee drinker, but I'm on a quest to stop drinking so much pop (or soda, if you prefer).
So far I've come down from 4-5 a day to 1-2 the last couple of weeks by subbing in green tea in place of pop.
Good luck
RJ, congrats and good luck. I used to be a big coffee drinker. Every morning started off with a large red-eye, plus an extra shot of espresso (I guess some areas call that a "black-eye"?). And that was just how I kicked off the day. Anyhow, I decided to go a week without coffee after a friend bet me I couldn't go a single day. Towards the end of the week, I wasn't even thinking about it and had no desire for it at all. It's been close to two years now. But, in all honesty, it was only the first 3-5 days that was hard. After that, it was easy (for me at least). I hope it's the same for you.
Nab, I did the same thing with soda about a year and a half ago. I drank a lot of it, and I found myself curious if I could quit. It was actually tougher than quitting coffee. I think the sugar and sodium is more addictive than the caffeine (at least for me). I made it six months before I cheated (I was at a burger place, and I really wanted a Coke with my burger :hereitisyousentimentalbastard). I still cheat a couple times a month, but for the most part I "quit" that, too. Even though it was harder, it was totally worth it. I lost almost 15 lbs in the first two months without any other lifestyle change. Congrats on your progress.
Quote from: ytowndan on October 29, 2011, 01:34:58 AM
RJ, congrats and good luck. I used to be a big coffee drinker. Every morning started off with a large red-eye, plus an extra shot of espresso (I guess some areas call that a "black-eye"?). And that was just how I kicked off the day. Anyhow, I decided to go a week without coffee after a friend bet me I couldn't go a single day. Towards the end of the week, I wasn't even thinking about it and had no desire for it at all. It's been close to two years now. But, in all honesty, it was only the first 3-5 days that was hard. After that, it was easy (for me at least). I hope it's the same for you.
Nab, I did the same thing with soda about a year and a half ago. I drank a lot of it, and I found myself curious if I could quit. It was actually tougher than quitting coffee. I think the sugar and sodium is more addictive than the caffeine (at least for me). I made it six months before I cheated (I was at a burger place, and I really wanted a Coke with my burger :hereitisyousentimentalbastard). I still cheat a couple times a month, but for the most part I "quit" that, too. Even though it was harder, it was totally worth it. I lost almost 15 lbs in the first two months without any other lifestyle change. Congrats on your progress.
The sugar and the sodium isn't really a problem for me. I quit drinking non-diet pops a couple of years ago, and no diet pop has any significant sugar or sodium content.
It's more about being more conscious about the non-alcoholic beverages I'm drinking. I've never been a real caffeine addict, too much makes me jittery and uncomfortable.
I've decided to drink two kinds of beverages: those that hydrate, and those that have alcohol.
Not a professional yet, but things are working along just fine.
My next best guess is getting to bed on time :crazy:
Quote from: nab on October 29, 2011, 02:40:17 AM
Quote from: ytowndan on October 29, 2011, 01:34:58 AM
RJ, congrats and good luck. I used to be a big coffee drinker. Every morning started off with a large red-eye, plus an extra shot of espresso (I guess some areas call that a "black-eye"?). And that was just how I kicked off the day. Anyhow, I decided to go a week without coffee after a friend bet me I couldn't go a single day. Towards the end of the week, I wasn't even thinking about it and had no desire for it at all. It's been close to two years now. But, in all honesty, it was only the first 3-5 days that was hard. After that, it was easy (for me at least). I hope it's the same for you.
Nab, I did the same thing with soda about a year and a half ago. I drank a lot of it, and I found myself curious if I could quit. It was actually tougher than quitting coffee. I think the sugar and sodium is more addictive than the caffeine (at least for me). I made it six months before I cheated (I was at a burger place, and I really wanted a Coke with my burger :hereitisyousentimentalbastard). I still cheat a couple times a month, but for the most part I "quit" that, too. Even though it was harder, it was totally worth it. I lost almost 15 lbs in the first two months without any other lifestyle change. Congrats on your progress.
The sugar and the sodium isn't really a problem for me. I quit drinking non-diet pops a couple of years ago, and no diet pop has any significant sugar or sodium content.
It's more about being more conscious about the non-alcoholic beverages I'm drinking. I've never been a real caffeine addict, too much makes me jittery and uncomfortable.
I've decided to drink two kinds of beverages: those that hydrate, and those that have alcohol.
Not a professional yet, but things are working along just fine.
My next best guess is getting to bed on time :crazy:
I'd like to subscribe to this theory. :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
My name is slslbs and I'm a caffeine addict.
I drink between 2 - 4 cups per day
I tried to quit about 10 yrs ago, felt like shit, and figured - I don't smoke, I drink moderately, my only mind altering substances are caffiene and alcohol, and I don't get enough sleep.
I guess if I could easily quit I would. It is kinda annoying that when on vacation, or now, during a power outage, I need to make sure I get my coffee first thing in the AM. Other than that, it doesn't interfere with my life too much, so - I guess i'll go on
good luck to the potential quitters
Quote from: slslbs on October 31, 2011, 05:54:10 PM
My name is slslbs and I'm a caffeine addict.
I drink between 2 - 4 cups per day
I tried to quit about 10 yrs ago, felt like shit, and figured - I don't smoke, I drink moderately, my only mind altering substances are caffiene and alcohol, and I don't get enough sleep.
I guess if I could easily quit I would. It is kinda annoying that when on vacation, or now, during a power outage, I need to make sure I get my coffee first thing in the AM. Other than that, it doesn't interfere with my life too much, so - I guess i'll go on
good luck to the potential quitters
I drink 2-3 cups a day, and I used to be a 4 cups-1 pot a-day guy. Once I cut back, and specifically started avoiding all caffeine after 12 noon, my sleep cycle improved tremendously.
Also, I can pretty much plan my poops.
Quote from: kellerb on October 31, 2011, 06:48:28 PM
Quote from: slslbs on October 31, 2011, 05:54:10 PM
My name is slslbs and I'm a caffeine addict.
I drink between 2 - 4 cups per day
I tried to quit about 10 yrs ago, felt like shit, and figured - I don't smoke, I drink moderately, my only mind altering substances are caffiene and alcohol, and I don't get enough sleep.
I guess if I could easily quit I would. It is kinda annoying that when on vacation, or now, during a power outage, I need to make sure I get my coffee first thing in the AM. Other than that, it doesn't interfere with my life too much, so - I guess i'll go on
good luck to the potential quitters
I drink 2-3 cups a day, and I used to be a 4 cups-1 pot a-day guy. Once I cut back, and specifically started avoiding all caffeine after 12 noon, my sleep cycle improved tremendously.
Also, I can pretty much plan my poops.
Always a good thing! :hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Got to work this morning and realized that my snuff was left behind during my early morning scuffle. No nicotine, day 1
Quote from: nab on October 28, 2011, 11:56:54 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 28, 2011, 11:31:06 PM
Made it five days without coffee... Now if only I can survive the weekend.
Good job. Keep it up.
I'm a real light coffee drinker, but I'm on a quest to stop drinking so much pop (or soda, if you prefer).
So far I've come down from 4-5 a day to 1-2 the last couple of weeks by subbing in green tea in place of pop.
Good luck
I have recently quit all soda. I had been drinking only diet for the past few years, but some recent studies have shown that those are just as bad if not worse for you then regular soda. The fake sugar tricks your body into thinking that you want real sugar. As part of my recent weight loss I have quit eating all kinds of food - ice cream, deserts, cake, etc etc.
I do however still smoke cigarettes, but plan on quitting once I am deeper into my "lifestyle" change. I've been at the weight loss for about 7 weeks and don't want to screw that up. i think another 7 weeks or so and my eating habits will be so engrained in that quitting smoking won't harm my continued weight loss progress. Also i know I am going to hit a point where i will need more strenuous exercise to continue losing weight. 30 lbs down and still aways to go!
I don't plan on quitting coffee anytime soon though! :wink:
Quote from: Undermind on November 01, 2011, 10:29:32 AM
Quote from: nab on October 28, 2011, 11:56:54 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 28, 2011, 11:31:06 PM
Made it five days without coffee... Now if only I can survive the weekend.
Good job. Keep it up.
I'm a real light coffee drinker, but I'm on a quest to stop drinking so much pop (or soda, if you prefer).
So far I've come down from 4-5 a day to 1-2 the last couple of weeks by subbing in green tea in place of pop.
Good luck
I have recently quit all soda. I had been drinking only diet for the past few years, but some recent studies have shown that those are just as bad if not worse for you then regular soda. The fake sugar tricks your body into thinking that you want real sugar. As part of my recent weight loss I have quit eating all kinds of food - ice cream, deserts, cake, etc etc.
I do however still smoke cigarettes, but plan on quitting once I am deeper into my "lifestyle" change. I've been at the weight loss for about 7 weeks and don't want to screw that up. i think another 7 weeks or so and my eating habits will be so engrained in that quitting smoking won't harm my continued weight loss progress. Also i know I am going to hit a point where i will need more strenuous exercise to continue losing weight. 30 lbs down and still aways to go!
I don't plan on quitting coffee anytime soon though! :wink:
I quit drinking all sodas too. And Ive lost 16 lbs in almost 2 months
So far, no coffee... No more caffeine headaches at this point, either.
Over the weekend I had a crisis of faith and made myself some mint tea (no caffeine) and I almost drank a Coke but I stopped myself. Those sodas are wicked bad for you too.
I'm generally sticking to water and alcohol.
Quote from: fastfingers12 on November 01, 2011, 11:51:22 AM
Quote from: Undermind on November 01, 2011, 10:29:32 AM
Quote from: nab on October 28, 2011, 11:56:54 PM
Quote from: rowjimmy on October 28, 2011, 11:31:06 PM
Made it five days without coffee... Now if only I can survive the weekend.
Good job. Keep it up.
I'm a real light coffee drinker, but I'm on a quest to stop drinking so much pop (or soda, if you prefer).
So far I've come down from 4-5 a day to 1-2 the last couple of weeks by subbing in green tea in place of pop.
Good luck
I have recently quit all soda. I had been drinking only diet for the past few years, but some recent studies have shown that those are just as bad if not worse for you then regular soda. The fake sugar tricks your body into thinking that you want real sugar. As part of my recent weight loss I have quit eating all kinds of food - ice cream, deserts, cake, etc etc.
I do however still smoke cigarettes, but plan on quitting once I am deeper into my "lifestyle" change. I've been at the weight loss for about 7 weeks and don't want to screw that up. i think another 7 weeks or so and my eating habits will be so engrained in that quitting smoking won't harm my continued weight loss progress. Also i know I am going to hit a point where i will need more strenuous exercise to continue losing weight. 30 lbs down and still aways to go!
I don't plan on quitting coffee anytime soon though! :wink:
I quit drinking all sodas too. And Ive lost 16 lbs in almost 2 months
Nice! Good work. :beers:
Day 4 without coffee and I am struggling to get through the afternoon.
On the plus side, quitting really is contagious.
:rawk: :rawk: Awesome everyone. Keep up the good work.
Quote from: runawayjimbo on November 04, 2011, 02:07:27 PM
Day 4 without coffee and I am struggling to get through the afternoon.
On the plus side, quitting really is contagious.
Keep it up!
As for it being contagious, seriously! I know my 2-3 cups in the am, and couple sodas thru the day were bad, so I've cut back to one-2 sodas a week, and coffee like every other day, and only one cup too. Not completely there yet, but working at it...
Day 2 cigarette free. :banana: I am quitting with the patch this time. Chantex worked when I stopped for 7 months from June 2010 - Feb 2011, but the trouble that I had trying to get off of it made me decide to use the patch this time.
Quote from: Undermind on January 02, 2012, 12:00:19 PM
Day 2 cigarette free. :banana: I am quitting with the patch this time. Chantex worked when I stopped for 7 months from June 2010 - Feb 2011, but the trouble that I had trying to get off of it made me decide to use the patch this time.
You got this! :clap:
Quote from: goodabouthood on January 02, 2012, 12:13:07 PM
Quote from: Undermind on January 02, 2012, 12:00:19 PM
Day 2 cigarette free. :banana: I am quitting with the patch this time. Chantex worked when I stopped for 7 months from June 2010 - Feb 2011, but the trouble that I had trying to get off of it made me decide to use the patch this time.
You got this! :clap:
thanks man!
Quote from: Undermind on January 02, 2012, 12:14:07 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on January 02, 2012, 12:13:07 PM
Quote from: Undermind on January 02, 2012, 12:00:19 PM
Day 2 cigarette free. :banana: I am quitting with the patch this time. Chantex worked when I stopped for 7 months from June 2010 - Feb 2011, but the trouble that I had trying to get off of it made me decide to use the patch this time.
You got this! :clap:
thanks man!
Worked for me, hopefully it will work for you too.
Quote from: nab on January 02, 2012, 12:26:55 PM
Quote from: Undermind on January 02, 2012, 12:14:07 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on January 02, 2012, 12:13:07 PM
Quote from: Undermind on January 02, 2012, 12:00:19 PM
Day 2 cigarette free. :banana: I am quitting with the patch this time. Chantex worked when I stopped for 7 months from June 2010 - Feb 2011, but the trouble that I had trying to get off of it made me decide to use the patch this time.
You got this! :clap:
thanks man!
Worked for me, hopefully it will work for you too.
I've been rocking the Nicorette mini lozenges. About to come up on 3 months this weekend.
I'm probably going to start switching my lozenges out to tics tacs sometime this month, so I can start getting away from the nicotine completely. I definitely don't have a desire for a smoke. I was offered a cigar NYE, but I declined. I was worried it may be too soon.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on January 03, 2012, 09:33:52 AM
Quote from: nab on January 02, 2012, 12:26:55 PM
Quote from: Undermind on January 02, 2012, 12:14:07 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on January 02, 2012, 12:13:07 PM
Quote from: Undermind on January 02, 2012, 12:00:19 PM
Day 2 cigarette free. :banana: I am quitting with the patch this time. Chantex worked when I stopped for 7 months from June 2010 - Feb 2011, but the trouble that I had trying to get off of it made me decide to use the patch this time.
You got this! :clap:
thanks man!
Worked for me, hopefully it will work for you too.
I've been rocking the Nicorette mini lozenges. About to come up on 3 months this weekend.
I'm probably going to start switching my lozenges out to tics tacs sometime this month, so I can start getting away from the nicotine completely. I definitely don't have a desire for a smoke. I was offered a cigar NYE, but I declined. I was worried it may be too soon.
Good decision! There is NO need to tempt yourself. I'll give you the same advice SF gave me when I considered having one at jazzfest a few months into quitting.
Quote from: Superfreakie on April 16, 2010, 05:23:35 PM
DON'T GO WITH THE CIGAR. I FELL OFF THE WAGON ONCE WITH A CIGAR SMOKED TOO EARLY FROM THE DAY I HAD QUIT.
mad props to anyone quiting currently.
i'm still trying...always, lol...
i just hit my approximate 20 year smoking daily mark... omg i'm over it.
on a side note i officially got away from Camel lights this year about 6 months ago now.
i had been smoking camels since probably 95 or so and switched to american spirit lights this year.
had to buy a pack of camels on new years when all the stores were closed or out of spirits, MAN do these camels taste like shit! lol.
its amazing how badly i can taste the chems in them now. mainly its the fire safe ccrap they started puttin in cigs out here, omg i cant stand it.
great work, everyone
:clap:
you'll get there, Slim
Hit the 2 week mark yesterday and pretty happy about it. I know I've been here before (a few times) but I seem to have a little more drive this time. The gym has helped, get there 5 times a week. Good luck to everyone in here.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on January 18, 2012, 08:45:37 AM
Hit the 2 week mark yesterday and pretty happy about it. I know I've been here before (a few times) but I seem to have a little more drive this time. The gym has helped, get there 5 times a week. Good luck to everyone in here.
:clap:
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on January 18, 2012, 08:45:37 AM
Hit the 2 week mark yesterday and pretty happy about it. I know I've been here before (a few times) but I seem to have a little more drive this time. The gym has helped, get there 5 times a week. Good luck to everyone in here.
BOOM! Goes the Dynamite! :clap:
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on January 18, 2012, 08:45:37 AM
Hit the 2 week mark yesterday and pretty happy about it. I know I've been here before (a few times) but I seem to have a little more drive this time. The gym has helped, get there 5 times a week. Good luck to everyone in here.
That's great man! Congratulations... you can do it!
I am now 19 days in. I have already noticed a difference in how far I am able to push it in the gym.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on January 18, 2012, 08:45:37 AM
Hit the 2 week mark yesterday and pretty happy about it. I know I've been here before (a few times) but I seem to have a little more drive this time. The gym has helped, get there 5 times a week. Good luck to everyone in here.
Quote from: Undermind on January 19, 2012, 11:19:52 AM
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on January 18, 2012, 08:45:37 AM
Hit the 2 week mark yesterday and pretty happy about it. I know I've been here before (a few times) but I seem to have a little more drive this time. The gym has helped, get there 5 times a week. Good luck to everyone in here.
That's great man! Congratulations... you can do it!
I am now 19 days in. I have already noticed a difference in how far I am able to push it in the gym.
:rockout: :banana:
1 month today!
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on February 02, 2012, 12:15:52 PM
1 month today!
what what! :clap:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d30vFgM0DF8
Just realized that yesterday was 6 years smoke free.
Quote from: khalpin on February 02, 2012, 12:45:58 PM
Just realized that yesterday was 6 years smoke free.
Quitter!
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard :clap:
Quote from: khalpin on February 02, 2012, 12:45:58 PM
Just realized that yesterday was 6 years smoke free.
...just realized that 12:00 today was 60 minutes smoke free.
...BRB, gotta go outside for a minute...
I've been pretty bad about smoking lately. After ~3 months smoke-free, I've been smoking a pack about every three days for the past two or three weeks. I need to get a handle on this before it gets out of hand. Definitely feeling detrimental effects (chest pain when I run, etc)
Quote from: VA $l!m on February 02, 2012, 01:02:57 PM
Quote from: khalpin on February 02, 2012, 12:45:58 PM
Just realized that yesterday was 6 years smoke free.
...just realized that 12:00 today was 60 minutes smoke free.
...BRB, gotta go outside for a minute...
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
2 years today.
Today marks four weeks cig-free. This time it's the real deal!
Quote from: phil on March 25, 2012, 01:22:19 PM
Today marks four weeks cig-free. This time it's the real deal!
Solid work. You're past the toughest part. Keep it up! :clap:
Quote from: phil on March 25, 2012, 01:22:19 PM
Today marks four weeks cig-free. This time it's the real deal!
Good work!
Thanks guys. I've been here before and slipped back into smoking so I'm being careful. Feels good though!
Quote from: phil on March 25, 2012, 03:41:55 PM
Thanks guys. I've been here before and slipped back into smoking so I'm being careful. Feels good though!
you just got to remind yourself about that when you get the craving. About how good it feels being smoke free.
Phil was never a 'real' smoker. He only smoked on the 6 nights a week that he drank.
Quote from: McGrupp on March 25, 2012, 04:00:21 PM
Phil was never a 'real' smoker. He only smoked on the 6 nights a week that he drank.
Or when I was out of weed. I once jammed a cig into my bong and smoked it. It was a low point in my life.
Quote from: phil on March 25, 2012, 04:08:49 PM
Quote from: McGrupp on March 25, 2012, 04:00:21 PM
Phil was never a 'real' smoker. He only smoked on the 6 nights a week that he drank.
Or when I was out of weed. I once jammed a cig into my bong and smoked it. It was a low point in my life.
:shakehead:
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
Quote from: phil on March 25, 2012, 04:08:49 PM
Quote from: McGrupp on March 25, 2012, 04:00:21 PM
Phil was never a 'real' smoker. He only smoked on the 6 nights a week that he drank.
Or when I was out of weed. I once jammed a cig into my bong and smoked it. It was a low point in my life.
you know, this doesn't surprise me. I could totally see you putting the slide of a bong in a girl's wet-nasty fish taco, packing it with deemsters, and letting the deemster's filter through the tuna juice only to blast off like this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amu2vB30NsI
If it fits in a bong, it's meant to be smoken.
Quote from: phil on March 25, 2012, 04:25:12 PM
If it fits in a bong, it's meant to be smoken.
Like pennies, milk duds, or crack rocks.
Quote from: McGrupp on March 25, 2012, 04:26:34 PM
Quote from: phil on March 25, 2012, 04:25:12 PM
If it fits in a bong, it's meant to be smoken.
Like pennies, milk duds, or crack rocks.
batteries, gatorade, earthworms....
the list is literally endless
Anything'll burn if you get it hot enough
Quote from: kellerb on March 25, 2012, 04:34:59 PM
Anything'll burn if you get it hot enough
I feel like there's a chlamydia joke in there somewhere....
Quote from: phil on March 25, 2012, 04:37:31 PM
Quote from: kellerb on March 25, 2012, 04:34:59 PM
Anything'll burn if you get it hot enough
I feel like there's a chlamydia joke in there somewhere....
I smoked it
I've been 6 months without a cigarette!
I also have gone 4 days without nicotine. I was rocking those 2mg Nicotine mints. Now I'm using Altoids.
:banana:
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 09, 2012, 03:37:18 PM
I've been 6 months without a cigarette!
I also have gone 4 days without nicotine. I was rocking those 2mg Nicotine mints. Now I'm using Altoids.
:banana:
Solid work. :clap:
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 09, 2012, 03:37:18 PM
I've been 6 months without a cigarette!
I also have gone 4 days without nicotine. I was rocking those 2mg Nicotine mints. Now I'm using Altoids.
:banana:
You can smoke altoids? that's way cheaper than cigarettes!
Quote from: kellerb on April 09, 2012, 03:53:35 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 09, 2012, 03:37:18 PM
I've been 6 months without a cigarette!
I also have gone 4 days without nicotine. I was rocking those 2mg Nicotine mints. Now I'm using Altoids.
:banana:
You can smoke altoids? that's way cheaper than cigarettes!
Definitely way cheaper than cigarettes. I'm also quickly collecting a lot of nice nugget tins. :mrgreen:
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 09, 2012, 04:03:48 PM
Quote from: kellerb on April 09, 2012, 03:53:35 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 09, 2012, 03:37:18 PM
I've been 6 months without a cigarette!
I also have gone 4 days without nicotine. I was rocking those 2mg Nicotine mints. Now I'm using Altoids.
:banana:
You can smoke altoids? that's way cheaper than cigarettes!
Definitely way cheaper than cigarettes. I'm also quickly collecting a lot of nice nugget tins. :mrgreen:
My beef with keeping weed in altoid tins is that it ends up tasting like you're smoking altoids, and confusion abounds
Quote from: phil on April 09, 2012, 04:17:38 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 09, 2012, 04:03:48 PM
Quote from: kellerb on April 09, 2012, 03:53:35 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 09, 2012, 03:37:18 PM
I've been 6 months without a cigarette!
I also have gone 4 days without nicotine. I was rocking those 2mg Nicotine mints. Now I'm using Altoids.
:banana:
You can smoke altoids? that's way cheaper than cigarettes!
Definitely way cheaper than cigarettes. I'm also quickly collecting a lot of nice nugget tins. :mrgreen:
My beef with keeping weed in altoid tins is that it ends up tasting like you're smoking altoids, and confusion abounds
This is only initially. After you've had them for awhile, it smells nothing like altoids. As would be expected. I have this one altoids tin that's just got this classic retro design. I have no idea how old it is....
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 09, 2012, 04:20:01 PM
Quote from: phil on April 09, 2012, 04:17:38 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 09, 2012, 04:03:48 PM
Quote from: kellerb on April 09, 2012, 03:53:35 PM
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 09, 2012, 03:37:18 PM
I've been 6 months without a cigarette!
I also have gone 4 days without nicotine. I was rocking those 2mg Nicotine mints. Now I'm using Altoids.
:banana:
You can smoke altoids? that's way cheaper than cigarettes!
Definitely way cheaper than cigarettes. I'm also quickly collecting a lot of nice nugget tins. :mrgreen:
My beef with keeping weed in altoid tins is that it ends up tasting like you're smoking altoids, and confusion abounds
This is only initially. After you've had them for awhile, it smells nothing like altoids. As would be expected. I have this one altoids tin that's just got this classic retro design. I have no idea how old it is....
I don't have this problem either.
Quote from: UncleEbinezer on April 09, 2012, 03:37:18 PM
I've been 6 months without a cigarette!
I also have gone 4 days without nicotine. I was rocking those 2mg Nicotine mints. Now I'm using Altoids.
:banana:
Great job man! Altoids get me through cravings too.
Congrats UncleEb!
Just passed 3 months myself.
Nice work all around, today is six weeks for me
Quote from: phil on April 09, 2012, 11:29:15 PM
Nice work all around, today is six weeks for me
Great job!
Today is day #100 for me!
Whole lotta win going on here! :clap:
Quote from: khalpin on April 10, 2012, 07:25:26 AM
Whole lotta win going on here! :clap:
Seriously. :clap:
yep
great work everyone
:rawk:
I suck :frustrated:
I don't seem to have issues with the initial quit, but 4 or 5 months down the road. I need to remember why I quit.
Quote from: Undermind on April 27, 2012, 10:14:09 AM
I suck :frustrated:
I don't seem to have issues with the initial quit, but 4 or 5 months down the road. I need to remember why I quit.
Don't let a slip up discourage you from continuing though. That's what has happened to me in the past and I just let myself get back into the habit. Chin up.
Coming up on 4 months for me, feels great.
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on April 27, 2012, 11:00:15 AM
Quote from: Undermind on April 27, 2012, 10:14:09 AM
I suck :frustrated:
I don't seem to have issues with the initial quit, but 4 or 5 months down the road. I need to remember why I quit.
Don't let a slip up discourage you from continuing though. That's what has happened to me in the past and I just let myself get back into the habit. Chin up.
Coming up on 4 months for me, feels great.
Yeah dude. That little voice is always going to be there trying to convince you to give in. Maybe at 4 or 5 months is where it just starts to sweet talk you about having done such a good job, and maybe you're ok with this, and you can reward yourself with a smoke or something. Know what you do when that voice shows up? Tell it to go fuck itself. Seriously. Just be like, I got this motherfucker, so step off. And destroy it. It may or may not get the message, but you're stronger than it anyway, so let it come back. Everytime you turn it down, you get stronger, and it gets weaker.
You got this brother! :clap:
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 27, 2012, 11:12:14 AM
Quote from: Buffalo Budd on April 27, 2012, 11:00:15 AM
Quote from: Undermind on April 27, 2012, 10:14:09 AM
I suck :frustrated:
I don't seem to have issues with the initial quit, but 4 or 5 months down the road. I need to remember why I quit.
Don't let a slip up discourage you from continuing though. That's what has happened to me in the past and I just let myself get back into the habit. Chin up.
Coming up on 4 months for me, feels great.
Yeah dude. That little voice is always going to be there trying to convince you to give in. Maybe at 4 or 5 months is where it just starts to sweet talk you about having done such a good job, and maybe you're ok with this, and you can reward yourself with a smoke or something. Know what you do when that voice shows up? Tell it to go fuck itself. Seriously. Just be like, I got this motherfucker, so step off. And destroy it. It may or may not get the message, but you're stronger than it anyway, so let it come back. Everytime you turn it down, you get stronger, and it gets weaker.
You got this brother! :clap:
Thanks guys. Gonna quit for good soon!
Been smoke-free for a week today!
but...... I haven't been to the bar or a show in a week. Not sure if I'll be able to stay strong if I go out this weekend.
Quote from: Lifeboy on April 27, 2012, 12:20:47 PM
Been smoke-free for a week today!
but...... I haven't been to the bar or a show in a week. Not sure if I'll be able to stay strong if I go out this weekend.
Sure you will. Take some candy with you and when you feel like having a smoke or wanna step outside when you'd normally have a smoke, pop a candy instead.
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 27, 2012, 12:26:31 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on April 27, 2012, 12:20:47 PM
Been smoke-free for a week today!
but...... I haven't been to the bar or a show in a week. Not sure if I'll be able to stay strong if I go out this weekend.
Sure you will. Take some candy with you and when you feel like having a smoke or wanna step outside when you'd normally have a smoke, pop a candy instead.
that's kinda what I was thinking. Sunflower seeds have helped me get to this point, especially since I like to dip Copenhagen if I'm not smoking. The seeds kinda help subside the cravings for both.
Quote from: Lifeboy on April 27, 2012, 12:30:35 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 27, 2012, 12:26:31 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on April 27, 2012, 12:20:47 PM
Been smoke-free for a week today!
but...... I haven't been to the bar or a show in a week. Not sure if I'll be able to stay strong if I go out this weekend.
Sure you will. Take some candy with you and when you feel like having a smoke or wanna step outside when you'd normally have a smoke, pop a candy instead.
that's kinda what I was thinking. Sunflower seeds have helped me get to this point, especially since I like to dip Copenhagen if I'm not smoking. The seeds kinda help subside the cravings for both.
I used sunflower seeds, werthers caramels, mint toothpicks, and even just a straw to chew on. I would go to bars or shows, and when I'd normally step outside for a smoke, I still would to have the same experience of getting outside for a bit or away from the music, or to hang or socialize with whoever I was with that was smoking, but would do one of those other things instead.
Let me know how that goes. If not, those are just physical tricks, but I I got like 20 other mental tricks that'll help too.
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 27, 2012, 12:38:14 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on April 27, 2012, 12:30:35 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 27, 2012, 12:26:31 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on April 27, 2012, 12:20:47 PM
Been smoke-free for a week today!
but...... I haven't been to the bar or a show in a week. Not sure if I'll be able to stay strong if I go out this weekend.
Sure you will. Take some candy with you and when you feel like having a smoke or wanna step outside when you'd normally have a smoke, pop a candy instead.
that's kinda what I was thinking. Sunflower seeds have helped me get to this point, especially since I like to dip Copenhagen if I'm not smoking. The seeds kinda help subside the cravings for both.
I used sunflower seeds, werthers caramels, mint toothpicks, and even just a straw to chew on. I would go to bars or shows, and when I'd normally step outside for a smoke, I still would to have the same experience of getting outside for a bit or away from the music, or to hang or socialize with whoever I was with that was smoking, but would do one of those other things instead.
Let me know how that goes. If not, those are just physical tricks, but I I got like 20 other mental tricks that'll help too.
thanks :beers:
I have a feeling I will be asking about those mental tricks by this time tomorrow, lol
Quote from: Lifeboy on April 27, 2012, 12:42:18 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 27, 2012, 12:38:14 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on April 27, 2012, 12:30:35 PM
Quote from: goodabouthood on April 27, 2012, 12:26:31 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on April 27, 2012, 12:20:47 PM
Been smoke-free for a week today!
but...... I haven't been to the bar or a show in a week. Not sure if I'll be able to stay strong if I go out this weekend.
Sure you will. Take some candy with you and when you feel like having a smoke or wanna step outside when you'd normally have a smoke, pop a candy instead.
that's kinda what I was thinking. Sunflower seeds have helped me get to this point, especially since I like to dip Copenhagen if I'm not smoking. The seeds kinda help subside the cravings for both.
I used sunflower seeds, werthers caramels, mint toothpicks, and even just a straw to chew on. I would go to bars or shows, and when I'd normally step outside for a smoke, I still would to have the same experience of getting outside for a bit or away from the music, or to hang or socialize with whoever I was with that was smoking, but would do one of those other things instead.
Let me know how that goes. If not, those are just physical tricks, but I I got like 20 other mental tricks that'll help too.
thanks :beers:
I have a feeling I will be asking about those mental tricks by this time tomorrow, lol
Nice work! As I probably mentioned in previous posts, I am rocking altoid minis.
Well I guess my life's been changing for the better in every other way. Why not this one. Good to be back in this thread. This time for good
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Good job JJ. I need to get on that train!
Awesome dude, coming up on 6 months for me. Loving every minute of it (well, almost every minute :wink: )
YES JJ & BB! Solid work all around. :clap:
cool
keep it up
:clap:
OMG.
-waiting for my credit card payment to clear so i can buy smokes.
beeen using butts to reroll no filter loosies, lol. yuck. my mouth is a tar pit ATM.
Quote from: VA $l!m on July 03, 2012, 07:18:29 AM
OMG.
-waiting for my credit card payment to clear so i can buy smokes.
beeen using butts to reroll no filter loosies, lol. yuck. my mouth is a tar pit ATM.
Come on, man. You could also use this as a chance to quit. You know its something you want to do anyway, so why not now?
Quote from: goodabouthood on July 03, 2012, 07:29:59 AM
Quote from: VA $l!m on July 03, 2012, 07:18:29 AM
OMG.
-waiting for my credit card payment to clear so i can buy smokes.
beeen using butts to reroll no filter loosies, lol. yuck. my mouth is a tar pit ATM.
Come on, man. You could also use this as a chance to quit. You know its something you want to do anyway, so why not now?
Ditto! You posted in this thread so its on your mind.
so here is the scoop. The day after my dad's funeral, i decided to get country and western, taking about 10 guns and 1000 rounds of ammo out to the woods with 2 cases of high life with a good friend of mine. I should not have been driving, but i was.
On the way to drop my buddy off, i thought that 30mph was about good for a dirt/gravel road. It was not. Totaled my dad's truck. beer, guns, and ammo went everywhere, airbags went off, etc. Luckily we had our seat belts on. And luckily my family is from a town of about 500 and my dad was known by everyone in the county. So the sheriff showed up and didn't even get out of his car!
Needless to say, my Mom was really crushed by this. I think it was a sign that i needed some introspection and change. So yesterday was my 3 week anniversary without a drink. and it has really not been that hard. I had a feeling of entitlement about having a few beers after work. And i never saw myself as an alcoholic. I mean, 3-5 beers a night seemed reasonable. But it was the times when i would have 10-12 when it was not alright. and man do i love some Gin and Tonic in the summer!
So, in those three weeks, i have converted to drinking sweet tea and lemonade, and have begun to eat like a horse. I have weighed 138-145 for about 10 years now. Well, i weighed in at 149 last night! Energy level is up, positivity is up, life is good.
Thanks paug. i like you guys a whole lot!
Quote from: Bobafett on July 03, 2012, 01:37:22 PM
so here is the scoop. The day after my dad's funeral, i decided to get country and western, taking about 10 guns and 1000 rounds of ammo out to the woods with 2 cases of high life with a good friend of mine. I should not have been driving, but i was.
On the way to drop my buddy off, i thought that 30mph was about good for a dirt/gravel road. It was not. Totaled my dad's truck. beer, guns, and ammo went everywhere, airbags went off, etc. Luckily we had our seat belts on. And luckily my family is from a town of about 500 and my dad was known by everyone in the county. So the sheriff showed up and didn't even get out of his car!
Needless to say, my Mom was really crushed by this. I think it was a sign that i needed some introspection and change. So yesterday was my 3 week anniversary without a drink. and it has really not been that hard. I had a feeling of entitlement about having a few beers after work. And i never saw myself as an alcoholic. I mean, 3-5 beers a night seemed reasonable. But it was the times when i would have 10-12 when it was not alright. and man do i love some Gin and Tonic in the summer!
So, in those three weeks, i have converted to drinking sweet tea and lemonade, and have begun to eat like a horse. I have weighed 138-145 for about 10 years now. Well, i weighed in at 149 last night! Energy level is up, positivity is up, life is good.
Thanks paug. i like you guys a whole lot!
Sounds like you are reaping the benefits already, which is great! You can stick with it man!
Quote from: Bobafett on July 03, 2012, 01:37:22 PM
so here is the scoop. The day after my dad's funeral, i decided to get country and western, taking about 10 guns and 1000 rounds of ammo out to the woods with 2 cases of high life with a good friend of mine. I should not have been driving, but i was.
On the way to drop my buddy off, i thought that 30mph was about good for a dirt/gravel road. It was not. Totaled my dad's truck. beer, guns, and ammo went everywhere, airbags went off, etc. Luckily we had our seat belts on. And luckily my family is from a town of about 500 and my dad was known by everyone in the county. So the sheriff showed up and didn't even get out of his car!
Needless to say, my Mom was really crushed by this. I think it was a sign that i needed some introspection and change. So yesterday was my 3 week anniversary without a drink. and it has really not been that hard. I had a feeling of entitlement about having a few beers after work. And i never saw myself as an alcoholic. I mean, 3-5 beers a night seemed reasonable. But it was the times when i would have 10-12 when it was not alright. and man do i love some Gin and Tonic in the summer!
So, in those three weeks, i have converted to drinking sweet tea and lemonade, and have begun to eat like a horse. I have weighed 138-145 for about 10 years now. Well, i weighed in at 149 last night! Energy level is up, positivity is up, life is good.
Thanks paug. i like you guys a whole lot!
Congrats on the positive changes. Do you think this is something you want to pursue long term or just taking a break? Either way, solid work on the three weeks.
i think it will be for a long time...i mean i love good beer, but not as much as i love my family, and if i keep up the drinking, i will do something to really fuck up that good thing. thank god my wreck was not out here going over teton pass!
Quote from: Bobafett on July 03, 2012, 10:28:28 PM
i think it will be for a long time...i mean i love good beer, but not as much as i love my family, and if i keep up the drinking, i will do something to really fuck up that good thing. thank god my wreck was not out here going over teton pass!
For sure, best of luck dude.
Quote from: Bobafett on July 03, 2012, 10:28:28 PM
i think it will be for a long time...i mean i love good beer, but not as much as i love my family, and if i keep up the drinking, i will do something to really fuck up that good thing. thank god my wreck was not out here going over teton pass!
3 weeks is huge man and glad you're ok from the wreck ...I didn't grasp the whole family thing for a long time and I did fuck all that up. Luckily I got it back after ALOT of work. Sometimes an experience like you went through is what it takes to see the bigger picture.
Congrats JJ & BB! Keep it up...I haven't had a smoke in 2 years, 3 months, and 7 days....but who's counting?? It does get easier, I promise ;) The worst part is actually stopping, and I don't want to do that again.
10 months today. :beers:
congrats
congrats budd
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and like i didn't know where all the money for my vinyl was coming from :roll:
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Solid work peoples! :clap:
With the help of Chantix, looks like I'm joining this club
Quote from: kellerb on November 02, 2012, 09:05:56 AM
With the help of Chantix, looks like I'm joining this club
Awesome man, good luck. :clap:
Good luck Keller.
18 months free of cigarettes and counting. :mrgreen:
Kudos all around.
Quote from: kellerb on November 02, 2012, 09:05:56 AM
With the help of Chantix, looks like I'm joining this club
make sure you do the full regiment...so I've been told. I know many people that didn't do the whole thing, including myself and struggled.
Its been about 13 months for me.
strong work by all.
fyi - officially, Chantix is supposed to be a 3 month deal, but some people need if for longer - up to 6 months
Quote from: kellerb on November 02, 2012, 09:05:56 AM
With the help of Chantix, looks like I'm joining this club
What's the password? You have to be nominated by a current member. You realize we have monthly dues too right? Have you signed up for the listserv? Also, if you attach a penny to a postcard, you'll get 12 free cd's, as long as you promise to buy 5 more at regular club prices within a year. Someone will be by to show you the secret handshake. You should be receiving your membership card shortly, please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery. Have you met Betsy, she's the head of the new members welcoming committee? She'll get you all registered. Just fill out the paper work as best as you can. When was the date of your last tetanus shot? Have you donated blood or been with any prostitutes in the last 3 years? We're going to need a urine sample, as well. Is it ok to contact your previous employer? I'm also going to need some mail or bills as proof of residence.
I think that covers it. Welcome! :-D
Congrats everyone! I made it all summer tobacco free. Not one dip. Then I move back to school, move in with Zimbra, and started right back up! Thanks Zimbra! +k :frustrated:
Quote from: fastfingers12 on November 08, 2012, 03:32:01 PM
Congrats everyone! I made it all summer tobacco free. Not one dip. Then I move back to school, move in with Zimbra, and started right back up! Thanks Zimbra! +k :frustrated:
Yeah, I dip a can of Copenhagen a day...
:shakehead:
Quote from: Lifeboy on November 08, 2012, 07:45:39 PM
Quote from: fastfingers12 on November 08, 2012, 03:32:01 PM
Congrats everyone! I made it all summer tobacco free. Not one dip. Then I move back to school, move in with Zimbra, and started right back up! Thanks Zimbra! +k :frustrated:
Yeah, I dip a can of Copenhagen a day...
:shakehead:
DAMN fool!!! You got me beat.
Quote from: fastfingers12 on November 08, 2012, 08:03:31 PM
Quote from: Lifeboy on November 08, 2012, 07:45:39 PM
Quote from: fastfingers12 on November 08, 2012, 03:32:01 PM
Congrats everyone! I made it all summer tobacco free. Not one dip. Then I move back to school, move in with Zimbra, and started right back up! Thanks Zimbra! +k :frustrated:
Yeah, I dip a can of Copenhagen a day...
:shakehead:
DAMN fool!!! You got me beat.
Do you guys do this while hunting squirrels, making moonshine, watching nascar, chanting USA USA USA, lamenting the fall of our nation due to it having a black president, or some combination of the aforementioned?
Quote from: goodabouthood on November 14, 2012, 05:02:28 PM
Quote from: fastfingers12 on November 08, 2012, 08:03:31 PM
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Congrats everyone! I made it all summer tobacco free. Not one dip. Then I move back to school, move in with Zimbra, and started right back up! Thanks Zimbra! +k :frustrated:
Yeah, I dip a can of Copenhagen a day...
:shakehead:
DAMN fool!!! You got me beat.
Do you guys do this while hunting squirrels, making moonshine, watching nascar, chanting USA USA USA, lamenting the fall of our nation due to it having a black president, or some combination of the aforementioned?
...."So what's the bad news, doc?"
"The other ring is chewin' tobacco"
In more ironic news, Marlboro sent me my birthday present. Somehow I doubt Chantix will do that a year from now, but you never know.
/queue ZZ Top Song
just got my Safe Cig electronic cigarette last night. its pretty cool.
i think the quit date is tomorrow, or at least giving it a shot this way.
let us know how that chantix works keller.
either way, i think i am dedicated to quitting one way or the other now, i can literally feel it killing me, not to mention the cost here is ridiculous and is going up in 2013
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on November 30, 2012, 09:13:57 AM
just got my Safe Cig electronic cigarette last night. its pretty cool.
i think the quit date is tomorrow, or at least giving it a shot this way.
let us know how that chantix works keller.
either way, i think i am dedicated to quitting one way or the other now, i can literally feel it killing me, not to mention the cost here is ridiculous and is going up in 2013
:clap:
Congrats on this decision to possibly extend your life expectancy. I think you'll enjoy those additional years even if you can't wipe your own ass.
Seriously, good luck, it's not easy, but well worth it.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on November 30, 2012, 09:13:57 AM
just got my Safe Cig electronic cigarette last night. its pretty cool.
i think the quit date is tomorrow, or at least giving it a shot this way.
let us know how that chantix works keller.
either way, i think i am dedicated to quitting one way or the other now, i can literally feel it killing me, not to mention the cost here is ridiculous and is going up in 2013
good luk bro. you can do it.
Chantix is still working, and I'm officially at one month smoke-free.
The 1st week on it, you ramp up the dose but keep smoking. I couldn't really *feel* less cravings during that week, but I noticed by the end of the week, I had subconsciously begun taking really big hits, like I was smoking an ultra-light. I assume this is because my brain was not getting the immediate nicotine hit it was used to.
The 2nd week, you quit cold-turkey. It's good that it's set up where you set the quit date, and you start taking the drug one week early. It's kind of like "Well, I'm all-in now. I spent $100 and I've been taking this drug for a week, let's do this." I had timed my last pack out almost perfectly, so I had one last cigarette on the way to work on my quit date. ALMOST perfectly. I had one spare cigarette, which I threw in the freezer as like an "emergency smoke." Don't bother doing this - I smoked it as soon as I got home from work. That was the last one.
Cravings still happened (and continue to, a bit) but they are VERY mild compared to normal. If you know the feeling where you run out of cigarettes and you head to the store immediately to get a fresh pack - that feeling does not exist.
Surprisingly, drinking doesn't seem to affect cravings. I'm somewhat surprised.
The main side effect is that it gives me an upset stomach. This is lessened if I drink a bunch of water and take it on a full stomach (which are the directions anyway).
I sleep pretty soundly, so I haven't really been affected by the dreams that some people mention. But, I've been waking up every morning with like Superman morning wood, so if anything, the dreams must be good.
awesome, keep it up.
and better yet, hope you find something / someone worthile to occupy your morning
Quote from: kellerb on November 30, 2012, 11:24:38 AM
Chantix is still working, and I'm officially at one month smoke-free.
The 1st week on it, you ramp up the dose but keep smoking. I couldn't really *feel* less cravings during that week, but I noticed by the end of the week, I had subconsciously begun taking really big hits, like I was smoking an ultra-light. I assume this is because my brain was not getting the immediate nicotine hit it was used to.
The 2nd week, you quit cold-turkey. It's good that it's set up where you set the quit date, and you start taking the drug one week early. It's kind of like "Well, I'm all-in now. I spent $100 and I've been taking this drug for a week, let's do this." I had timed my last pack out almost perfectly, so I had one last cigarette on the way to work on my quit date. ALMOST perfectly. I had one spare cigarette, which I threw in the freezer as like an "emergency smoke." Don't bother doing this - I smoked it as soon as I got home from work. That was the last one.
Cravings still happened (and continue to, a bit) but they are VERY mild compared to normal. If you know the feeling where you run out of cigarettes and you head to the store immediately to get a fresh pack - that feeling does not exist.
Surprisingly, drinking doesn't seem to affect cravings. I'm somewhat surprised.
The main side effect is that it gives me an upset stomach. This is lessened if I drink a bunch of water and take it on a full stomach (which are the directions anyway).
I sleep pretty soundly, so I haven't really been affected by the dreams that some people mention. But, I've been waking up every morning with like Superman morning wood, so if anything, the dreams must be good.
i lol'd.
probably due to increased circulation i would guess.
smoking really can screw with that.
its one of the main reasons i need to quit.
Quote from: kellerb on November 30, 2012, 11:24:38 AM
I've been waking up every morning with like Superman morning wood, so if anything, the dreams must be good.
Quote from: slslbs on November 30, 2012, 12:07:19 PM
awesome, keep it up.
lulz
My cravings comes at very strange times. Drinking is not an issue as I do that every night.
The worst one I had recently was when I went out golfing.
Keep up the good work. It gets easier.
Quote from: VA $l!m on November 30, 2012, 12:14:58 PM
probably due to increased circulation i would guess.
smoking really can screw with that.
its one of the main reasons i need to quit.
I don't think my circulation improved that quickly, nor that specifically. But, I'm not a doctor. It could be that its just making me have to pee more.
Awesome to hear it's working (the chantix, not your morning wood)!
so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on January 02, 2013, 10:44:53 AM
so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
NICE! Keep up the good work!
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on January 02, 2013, 10:44:53 AM
so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
:clap:
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so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
Yesterday was 9 years cigarette-free for me.
Fuck those things.
Awesome
Happy Anniversary
Quote from: Augustus on January 02, 2013, 04:48:26 PM
Yesterday was 9 years cigarette-free for me.
Fuck those things.
Agreed, one year for me.
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Yesterday was 9 years cigarette-free for me.
Fuck those things.
Agreed, one year for me.
Nice work to both of you!
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so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
day 2 in the can. day 3 onward ho!
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so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
day 2 in the can. day 3 onward ho!
Day three was tough for me. Started getting nauseated, headaches, snapping at people....keep at it, and if you need to go home early, do it. Try and sleep through it. Also, ibuprofen and soda/caffeine helped....you got this!
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so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
day 2 in the can. day 3 onward ho!
Day three was tough for me. Started getting nauseated, headaches, snapping at people....keep at it, and if you need to go home early, do it. Try and sleep through it. Also, ibuprofen and soda/caffeine helped....you got this!
well, it isn't day 3 without nicotine, so my mood hasn't been too crazy. day 1 i slept most of it. :-D
i ain't scared. :samurai:
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so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
day 2 in the can. day 3 onward ho!
Day three was tough for me. Started getting nauseated, headaches, snapping at people....keep at it, and if you need to go home early, do it. Try and sleep through it. Also, ibuprofen and soda/caffeine helped....you got this!
well, it isn't day 3 without nicotine, so my mood hasn't been too crazy. day 1 i slept most of it. :-D
i ain't scared. :samurai:
Oh, doing the chantix route? Well then watch out for the monster boners....you can rocket to the moon on them things.
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so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
day 2 in the can. day 3 onward ho!
Day three was tough for me. Started getting nauseated, headaches, snapping at people....keep at it, and if you need to go home early, do it. Try and sleep through it. Also, ibuprofen and soda/caffeine helped....you got this!
well, it isn't day 3 without nicotine, so my mood hasn't been too crazy. day 1 i slept most of it. :-D
i ain't scared. :samurai:
Oh, doing the chantix route? Well then watch out for the monster boners....you can rocket to the moon on them things.
nah, i got an e-cig. monster boners have been an issue since age 6.
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so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
day 2 in the can. day 3 onward ho!
Day three was tough for me. Started getting nauseated, headaches, snapping at people....keep at it, and if you need to go home early, do it. Try and sleep through it. Also, ibuprofen and soda/caffeine helped....you got this!
well, it isn't day 3 without nicotine, so my mood hasn't been too crazy. day 1 i slept most of it. :-D
i ain't scared. :samurai:
Oh, doing the chantix route? Well then watch out for the monster boners....you can rocket to the moon on them things.
nah, i got an e-cig. monster boners have been an issue since age 6.
You should really stay away from that cialis
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so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
day 2 in the can. day 3 onward ho!
Day three was tough for me. Started getting nauseated, headaches, snapping at people....keep at it, and if you need to go home early, do it. Try and sleep through it. Also, ibuprofen and soda/caffeine helped....you got this!
well, it isn't day 3 without nicotine, so my mood hasn't been too crazy. day 1 i slept most of it. :-D
i ain't scared. :samurai:
Oh, doing the chantix route? Well then watch out for the monster boners....you can rocket to the moon on them things.
nah, i got an e-cig. monster boners have been an issue since age 6.
You should really stay away from that cialis
"call your doctor if you have an erection for more than 4 hours"
right - I'll be making some phone calls but not do my doc.
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
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so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
day 2 in the can. day 3 onward ho!
day 3 is dunzo. day 4 going by without a hitch.
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so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
day 2 in the can. day 3 onward ho!
day 3 is dunzo. day 4 going by without a hitch.
Rockin' MBW :beers:
Kickass T! Keep it up.
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so, i put this off until after the holidays since it was a a ridiculously stressful time at work.
day 2 bitch! not even freaking out, and actually excited about winning this fight.
I expect a post in here everyday until day 14 at least. Don't be a pussy. Just do it.
day 2 in the can. day 3 onward ho!
day 3 is dunzo. day 4 going by without a hitch.
:clap:
missed a day posting about it, but on day 6. :-D
was on day 7... back to 0 :frustrated:
Quote from: mirthbeatenworker on January 06, 2013, 12:49:22 PM
missed a day posting about it, but on day 6. :-D
Make sure that doesn't happen again.
Quote from: fastfingers12 on January 06, 2013, 01:53:18 PM
was on day 7... back to 0 :frustrated:
Keep at it.
7 days in right now....feeling REALLY good about this.
nice willie. and yes keep at it fastfingers. we can do this.
my body is starting to really fight back the last two days.
i feel like absolute shit, but i ain't backin' down!
good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
Quote from: slslbs on January 07, 2013, 03:46:58 PM
good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
This.
Also, masterbate.
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Quote from: slslbs on January 07, 2013, 03:46:58 PM
good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
This.
Also, masterbate.
i like to smoke during that. :|
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Quote from: slslbs on January 07, 2013, 03:46:58 PM
good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
This.
Also, masterbate.
i like to smoke during that. :|
That's just it though. You need to relearn how to do EVERYTHING without nicotine. Jerking it included. Have you been able to poop? Remember, everyone poops. Relax.
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Quote from: slslbs on January 07, 2013, 03:46:58 PM
good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
This.
Also, masterbate.
i like to smoke during that. :|
That's just it though. You need to relearn how to do EVERYTHING without nicotine. Jerking it included. Have you been able to poop? Remember, everyone poops. Relax.
dude, that's gross.
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Quote from: slslbs on January 07, 2013, 03:46:58 PM
good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
This.
Also, masterbate.
i like to smoke during that. :|
That's just it though. You need to relearn how to do EVERYTHING without nicotine. Jerking it included. Have you been able to poop? Remember, everyone poops. Relax.
dude, that's gross.
No, don't try to relearn everything all at once. It's a mess.
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Quote from: slslbs on January 07, 2013, 03:46:58 PM
good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
This.
Also, masterbate.
i like to smoke during that. :|
That's just it though. You need to relearn how to do EVERYTHING without nicotine. Jerking it included. Have you been able to poop? Remember, everyone poops. Relax.
dude, that's gross.
Wrong. Constipation is not gross. It's very clean actually. You're thinking of it's opposite. Don't worry, you'll be regular soon enough.
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Quote from: slslbs on January 07, 2013, 03:46:58 PM
good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
This.
Also, masterbate.
i like to smoke during that. :|
That's just it though. You need to relearn how to do EVERYTHING without nicotine. Jerking it included. Have you been able to poop? Remember, everyone poops. Relax.
dude, that's gross.
Wrong. Constipation is not gross. It's very clean actually. You're thinking of it's opposite. Don't worry, you'll be regular soon enough.
dude, quit talking about shit. you've got issues.
Its the worst after a meal. I have no fingernails ahhhhh!
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Its the worst after a meal. I have no fingernails ahhhhh!
these.
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Quote from: slslbs on January 07, 2013, 03:46:58 PM
good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
This.
Also, masterbate.
i like to smoke during that. :|
That's just it though. You need to relearn how to do EVERYTHING without nicotine. Jerking it included. Have you been able to poop? Remember, everyone poops. Relax.
dude, that's gross.
Wrong. Constipation is not gross. It's very clean actually. You're thinking of it's opposite. Don't worry, you'll be regular soon enough.
dude, quit talking about shit. you've got issues.
Sometimes I am amazed that poop is not brought up more on this board!
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Sometimes I am amazed that poop is not brought up more on this board!
What are you talking about? The 'paug still delivers:
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Gothamist with a great review of the show including some great pictures... here's my favorite of the bunch:
full review here:
http://gothamist.com/2013/01/02/photos_video_phish_stage_nye_runawa.php#photo-1 (http://gothamist.com/2013/01/02/photos_video_phish_stage_nye_runawa.php#photo-1)
guy says it was the 1st time they played Iron man. thats not right is it?
anyway, lots of win in the comments for that article.
my favorite has to be this one:
"Shut the fuck up with your overly contrived comment. Phish suck a bowl of dicks and so do you."
:hereitisyousentimentalbastard
I like the dude with dreads who said that he slapped a custie with his meatstick. And am I the only one who clicked on the bathroom floor shit pic?
Are you kidding me? It was probably one of us who shit on the floor.
George, Im looking in your direction.
The corn threw me off, too many vegetables.
If there was corn it couldn't have been me. I was on a strictly halal diet.
It's funny cuz it's true.
Yep, I clicked on the poop photo.
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Quote from: slslbs on January 07, 2013, 03:46:58 PM
good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
This.
Also, masterbate.
i like to smoke during that. :|
That's just it though. You need to relearn how to do EVERYTHING without nicotine. Jerking it included. Have you been able to poop? Remember, everyone poops. Relax.
dude, that's gross.
Wrong. Constipation is not gross. It's very clean actually. You're thinking of it's opposite. Don't worry, you'll be regular soon enough.
dude, quit talking about shit. you've got issues.
Way to state the obvious. Seriously. Relax.
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Quote from: slslbs on January 07, 2013, 03:46:58 PM
good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
This.
Also, masterbate.
i like to smoke during that. :|
That's just it though. You need to relearn how to do EVERYTHING without nicotine. Jerking it included. Have you been able to poop? Remember, everyone poops. Relax.
dude, that's gross.
Wrong. Constipation is not gross. It's very clean actually. You're thinking of it's opposite. Don't worry, you'll be regular soon enough.
dude, quit talking about shit. you've got issues.
Way to state the obvious. Seriously. Relax.
I'M RELAXED!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VJS8dIla2I
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good work
tell the part of your body that's fighting to just fuck off
This.
Also, masterbate.
i like to smoke during that. :|
That's just it though. You need to relearn how to do EVERYTHING without nicotine. Jerking it included. Have you been able to poop? Remember, everyone poops. Relax.
dude, that's gross.
Wrong. Constipation is not gross. It's very clean actually. You're thinking of it's opposite. Don't worry, you'll be regular soon enough.
dude, quit talking about shit. you've got issues.
Way to state the obvious. Seriously. Relax.
I'M RELAXED!!!
Calmer than you are, dude.
Number Nine.
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Number Nine.
And we should be on to ten. Amiriteoramirite? BOOM!
On to day number five after my drunken relapse.
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Number Nine.
And we should be on to ten. Amiriteoramirite? BOOM!
fuck yeah! the longest i have ever gone without a cigarette in 22+ years of smoking.
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Number Nine.
And we should be on to ten. Amiriteoramirite? BOOM!
fuck yeah! the longest i have ever gone without a cigarette in 22+ years of smoking.
awesome stuff T-dawg :clap:
just think of how many more records you can buy when you're not buying smokes. it's great.
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Number Nine.
And we should be on to ten. Amiriteoramirite? BOOM!
fuck yeah! the longest i have ever gone without a cigarette in 22+ years of smoking.
Yes. Fuck Yes. This is what I'm talking about. Slap that bitch! :rawk:
I am still struggling.. but I'm gaining strength from all you guys.. don't give up, this thread gives me alot of positivity! thank you all for this thread
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good work, keep at it
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Number Nine.
And we should be on to ten. Amiriteoramirite? BOOM!
fuck yeah! the longest i have ever gone without a cigarette in 22+ years of smoking.
so no post in here yesterday? what's up with that?!
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Number Nine.
And we should be on to ten. Amiriteoramirite? BOOM!
fuck yeah! the longest i have ever gone without a cigarette in 22+ years of smoking.
so no post in here yesterday? what's up with that?!
ain't nobody got time fo dat!
i'm too busy here on day 12 to worry about 11.
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Number Nine.
And we should be on to ten. Amiriteoramirite? BOOM!
fuck yeah! the longest i have ever gone without a cigarette in 22+ years of smoking.
so no post in here yesterday? what's up with that?!
ain't nobody got time fo dat!
i'm too busy here on day 12 to worry about 11.
Solid! 8-)
day 18 without a cig. :-o
as noted, i still have been feeding my nicotine addiction however.
today is day one of trying to kick nicotine completely.
i'm about 2 hours into my day, and i am not going too crazy yet. :lol:
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day 18 without a cig. :-o
as noted, i still have been feeding my nicotine addiction however.
today is day one of trying to kick nicotine completely.
i'm about 2 hours into my day, and i am not going too crazy yet. :lol:
You're already crazy so how will you know when you're starting to get more crazy?
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day 18 without a cig. :-o
as noted, i still have been feeding my nicotine addiction however.
today is day one of trying to kick nicotine completely.
i'm about 2 hours into my day, and i am not going too crazy yet. :lol:
You're already crazy so how will you know when you're starting to get more crazy?
He must feel sane.
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day 18 without a cig. :-o
as noted, i still have been feeding my nicotine addiction however.
today is day one of trying to kick nicotine completely.
i'm about 2 hours into my day, and i am not going too crazy yet. :lol:
You're already crazy so how will you know when you're starting to get more crazy?
He must feel sane.
It's true.
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day 18 without a cig. :-o
as noted, i still have been feeding my nicotine addiction however.
today is day one of trying to kick nicotine completely.
i'm about 2 hours into my day, and i am not going too crazy yet. :lol:
You're already crazy so how will you know when you're starting to get more crazy?
You don't look at George and think, "yeah, he's a trustworthy and upstanding individual. "
It has been sixteen days since my last dip. I think I pretty much have it knocked out at this point. As long as I don't relapse when finals week rolls around. :banana: :crazy:
^^nice!
Day 22 here and day 5 with no nicotine whatsoever. I got this shit.
:clap: all around everyone...keep at it, it gets easier
30 Days! Ridiculous! :banana:
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30 Days! Ridiculous! :banana:
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Way to go man! :clap:
congrats
:rawk:
awesome stuff T :crazy:
oh yeah i forgot about this. yeah it happened. :clap: (yeah that's right, I'm clapping for myself)
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oh yeah i forgot about this. yeah it happened. :clap: (yeah that's right, I'm clapping for myself)
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Nice!
Nice work JJ, just passed a year and 5 months myself.
Very happy to be done with that shit
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Checking in. 1 year today.
I still miss the chantix boners.
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Checking in. 1 year today.
I still miss the chantix boners.
thats awesome man! good job.
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Checking in. 1 year today.
I still miss the chantix boners.
Sweetness, nice work KB. :beers:
Great work
:clap:
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I quit Feb 07.
Don't fool yourself, facing the truth that smoking is a disgusting and deadly habit is the fastest way to quit.
That's why I put that pic up earlier of what a healthy vs smokers lung looks like.
Thats why I had to quit dipping as well. seeing pictures of rotten teeth and gums scared the shit out of me.
Lets try this one more time. With feeling.
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Lets try this one more time. With feeling.
Good luck man, you got this.
Just passed the 2 year mark myself, booya!!!
After yesterday's and todays travel debacles it has been very difficult. Staying strong Though
figured i'd put this here.
i found this portion of a medical report today when i was searching for info regarding Chronic Pain.
i hadnt heard much related to any studies on the subject before, but i can attest that i have personally had a much, much harder time considering quitting since my pain issues began.
http://journals.lww.com/clinicalpain/Abstract/2014/03000/Ecological_Momentary_Assessment_of_Smoking.4.aspx
Clinical Journal of Pain:
March 2014 - Volume 30 - Issue 3 - p 205-213
doi: 10.1097/AJP.0b013e31829821c7
Original Articles
Ecological Momentary Assessment of Smoking Behavior in Persistent Pain Patients
Dhingra, Lara K. PhD*,†; Homel, Peter PhD‡,§; Grossman, Bella MA∥; Chen, Jack MBS*; Scharaga, Elyssa BA¶; Calamita, Steven BS*; Shin, Jae MPH*; Portenoy, Russell MD*,#
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Abstract
Objectives:
Smoking is associated with chronic pain and pain-related functional impairment. Some studies suggest that pain activates smoking urges and others suggest that smoking is analgesic. We evaluated these associations using ecological momentary assessment, a method for real-time measurement of health-related phenomena.
Methods:
For 1 week, 36 chronic pain patients who smoked a mean of 17.5 (SD=9.4) cigarettes per day completed multiple daily assessments on a handheld computer.
Results:
The sample included 67% women and 39% whites; 67% had back pain, with an average (SD) worst pain severity during the past week of 8.6 (1.5) on a 0 to 10 numeric rating scale. Patients completed an average (SD) of 44 (24) random assessments. At each assessment, the patient recorded pain "right now" on a 0 to 10 scale, whether he/she was "about to smoke," and if he/she had "just smoked in the past 30 minutes," pain before smoking. After controlling for other significant correlates of pain, patients who were about to smoke had more pain than at other times (M [SD]=6.5 [2.3] vs. 5.2 [2.4]; P<0.01), but pain before and after smoking was not different (M [SD]=6.1 [2.2] vs. 5.9 [2.3]; P=0.18).
Discussion:
These findings support the hypothesis that smoking behavior is triggered by pain, but smoking is not analgesic. Future studies should clarify potential explanatory mechanisms for this pain-related trigger and evaluate tailored cessation strategies for pain patients.
Copyright © 2013 by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
I've been a regular (~1 pack/day+) smoker for about 8-9 years ...
Which means I started smoking regularly when I was about 16.
I've never tried quitting, but I've thought about it a lot. Failure was always my biggest concern, so I never gave it a shot.
I decided yesterday after going through a particularly ugly bout of smoker's cough post-tour (I went through probably 400+ cigarettes in 14 days) to finally quit. I smoked my last cig at 3pm yesterday.
This is a super bloggy post but I just feel like I need to share with anyone I possibly can, for the purpose of accountability.
If anyone has any tips or tricks for getting around the little habitual moments of smoking, that's what I feel like I need the most. Like getting in the car is tough, finishing a meal is tough, not really taking a break at work is tough, etc.
Also I was skeptical about the whole appetite thing, and maybe it's just in my head, but even after > 24 hrs I feel SO MUCH hungrier than usual.
I've heard tea tree toothpicks are good for the oral fixation.
I might not be the best source as I've fallen back into being a semi-regular smoker after quitting for ~10 yrs (soon to be ex, again), but I found the habitual addiction to be far more powerful than the physical one. Like you said, getting in a car was a big trigger for me (still is: I could smoke a butt on my porch and then jump in the car 2 mins later and light up another). So I found anything to distract from my mouth and hands was helpful. You mentioned toothpicks, which might be good, although I'd worry having a stick in my mouth would make me think of a butt so I usually went with any kind of gum. Don't neglect your hands either as that (for me anyway) was part of the ritual. To address that, I picked up a yo-yo. I would carry it around with me anytime I was going somewhere where I used to smoke: hikes, the beach, setting on the porch, definitely while drinking. Stress balls were good too, not the real squishy ones, but the foamy once that bounce so I could squeeze it or dribble it around.
You will definitely notice a difference pretty quickly so if you can get through the first week or so, it starts to feel so much better you'll want to keep it going. That's not to say you won't fall back (I'm exhibit A), but if you can get through those first couple of days you be surprised how quickly it becomes "easy."
Good luck, man. I hope to will be joining you in the "former" category myself real soon.
A TON of my friends in bmore have just quit cigs and all got the E cigs. Its kinda cheating, but its like waning yourself off cigs but still getting nicotine intake.
They said its been helping a lot and you can actually measure out the nictotine and do less and less each day to get off the e cig.
Quote from: McGrupp on August 08, 2014, 12:26:01 PM
I've been a regular (~1 pack/day+) smoker for about 8-9 years ...
Which means I started smoking regularly when I was about 16.
I've never tried quitting, but I've thought about it a lot. Failure was always my biggest concern, so I never gave it a shot.
I decided yesterday after going through a particularly ugly bout of smoker's cough post-tour (I went through probably 400+ cigarettes in 14 days) to finally quit. I smoked my last cig at 3pm yesterday.
This is a super bloggy post but I just feel like I need to share with anyone I possibly can, for the purpose of accountability.
If anyone has any tips or tricks for getting around the little habitual moments of smoking, that's what I feel like I need the most. Like getting in the car is tough, finishing a meal is tough, not really taking a break at work is tough, etc.
Also I was skeptical about the whole appetite thing, and maybe it's just in my head, but even after > 24 hrs I feel SO MUCH hungrier than usual.
I've heard tea tree toothpicks are good for the oral fixation.
i used to use the teatree toothpicks. they worked pretty good for me the last time i quit.
good luck bro.
Good luck Gruppster. YOU CAN DO IT!
Quote from: emayPhishyMD on August 08, 2014, 12:49:29 PM
A TON of my friends in bmore have just quit cigs and all got the E cigs. Its kinda cheating, but its like waning yourself off cigs but still getting nicotine intake.
They said its been helping a lot and you can actually measure out the nictotine and do less and less each day to get off the e cig.
Yeah, a lot of my friends have done the same. Not sure about the medical ramifications of this alternative but it's gotta be better than 200+ carcinogens. Either way Grupp, good luck man, I'm coming up on 3 yrs myself and am so happy I did. You've already taken the first step, one day at a time bud.
I use the nicotine lozenges to ween myself from the physical nicotine part of the addiction. I can't see any other way to do it. But every time I get back up to a pack+ per day and need to quit again I use the lozenges to do it. I can usually ween myself off of them within about 10 days.
Good luck
there have been a lot of success stories on this board, so it is do - able
Everyone knows the health risks - but there is probably one that you don't know but will care about when you are my age
Erectile dysfunction, as in, can't get it up.
Smokers (and diabetics) start to ask about viagra in their 40s and 50s.
Most of us would rather contemplate not breathing than not being able to have sex.
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Most of us would rather contemplate not breathing than not being able to have sex.
Signed
Almost 3 full days in and just finished my first e-cig.
This has been pretty tough so far but the e-cig (straight nicotine) has helped it be not so nightmarish.
Speaking of which, last night I had my first cigarette dream. Nothing crazy, just sparked one up in my dream.
Woke up relieved.
Good luck homie.
Maybe you should date a girl who is vehemently anti-smoking. Then your only option is to bum drags from your buddies when she ain't looking.
Good luck!
Once you're over the 2 week mark, you're good.
Try and replace smoking with something like running!!
NYE last year was 10 YEARS cigarette free for me.
I found running somewhere in there and never looked back.
It's a gross habit and you'll realize soon that being healthy is the most important thing in life.
I found it really helps to try not to note every passing day without a cig. I would return after a week and tell myself I earned the cig for making it so far, but in reality it isn't really warranted. Trying to fill your time with smoking un-friendly activities worked for me a lot. But I also have a girlfriend who doesn't smoke. Just felt embarrassing to go smoke a cig when she didn't need one. The absolute worst time for me to turn down a cig is when I have a nice buzz going. I don't think there's any real tried and true way to quit. You just gotta figure out how to X it out of your daily life and try not to be around your friends when they are smoking. I average about 5 packs a year. I'm cool with that.
Good luck everybody!
No cigs for me since May 21st... been off the patch for about a month. Also have made it through Phish in Chicago, a bachelor party weekend where lots of adderol was consumed, and my friend's wedding this past weekend without it being too terrable.
Been a month and a day with no cigs.
Still getting my nicotine with an Avail vaporizor, so it hasn't exactly been the toughest thing ever, but it's definitely better than smoking.
This past weekend at Lockn was kind of difficult. There were some moments when I really wanted a cigarette. But I just keep reminding myself how gross they actually are and how much better I feel (being able to breathe deeply is awesome) without them.
Atta boy George!!! :clap:
And kick ass pics from Lockn.
Quote from: McGrupp on September 09, 2014, 03:47:44 PM
Been a month and a day with no cigs.
Still getting my nicotine with an Avail vaporizor, so it hasn't exactly been the toughest thing ever, but it's definitely better than smoking.
This past weekend at Lockn was kind of difficult. There were some moments when I really wanted a cigarette. But I just keep reminding myself how gross they actually are and how much better I feel (being able to breathe deeply is awesome) without them.
That's awesome. But seriously, more talk about Grace, less about cigarettes. :wink:
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Quote from: McGrupp on September 09, 2014, 03:47:44 PM
Been a month and a day with no cigs.
Still getting my nicotine with an Avail vaporizor, so it hasn't exactly been the toughest thing ever, but it's definitely better than smoking.
This past weekend at Lockn was kind of difficult. There were some moments when I really wanted a cigarette. But I just keep reminding myself how gross they actually are and how much better I feel (being able to breathe deeply is awesome) without them.
That's awesome. But seriously, more talk about Grace, less about cigarettes. :wink:
yeah congrats and all that, but this.
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Quote from: antelope19 on September 09, 2014, 03:52:52 PM
Quote from: McGrupp on September 09, 2014, 03:47:44 PM
Been a month and a day with no cigs.
Still getting my nicotine with an Avail vaporizor, so it hasn't exactly been the toughest thing ever, but it's definitely better than smoking.
This past weekend at Lockn was kind of difficult. There were some moments when I really wanted a cigarette. But I just keep reminding myself how gross they actually are and how much better I feel (being able to breathe deeply is awesome) without them.
That's awesome. But seriously, more talk about Grace, less about cigarettes. :wink:
yeah congrats and all that, but this.
If she smokes, she pokes
strong work
Sls, any chance could pick your bran and ask you to weigh on the cons on these vaporizers?
is it a good alternative to smoking or is there just not enough studies to know anything for sure?
just saw this
I don't think there's enough data to know for sure. There are some studies that say they do help quitting. If you have had trouble with other methods, it's probably worth a try.
as far as long term use, my guess is all bets are off until they have been around longer.
Quote from: slslbs on December 20, 2014, 09:40:25 PM
just saw this
I don't think there's enough data to know for sure. There are some studies that say they do help quitting. If you have had trouble with other methods, it's probably worth a try.
as far as long term use, my guess is all bets are off until they have been around longer.
Thanks sls, I'm not using it for quitting, I was asking due to a bunch of friends moving away from smokes to these.
Then other thing is, they do it inside the house. My dtr goes down to hang out with my friend occasionally and I hope it doesn't affect her (he's not doing it when she's there, but does when she's not around).
Today is 10 years without a cigarette.
Quote from: khalpin on February 01, 2016, 08:47:41 AM
Today is 10 years without a cigarette.
Damn! That's awesome!
Longest I've ever gone without smoking was 6 years - currently approaching 5 months and feeling good about it.
Quote from: khalpin on February 01, 2016, 08:47:41 AM
Today is 10 years without a cigarette.
thats crazy good! congrats brother!
sweet bump
:rawk:
Bump! Exactly one year ago today, I smoked my last cigarette and threw away the rest of the pack.
As for the quitting process, it wasn't nearly as hard as I thought it would be. For a few days I had a slight feeling of anxiety, kinda like butterflies, and that was really the extent of it. You hear horror stories about splitting headaches and raging mood swings, but the worst of it, for me, was on night two when I tossed and turned for a few hours in bed.
Once I was over the physical addiction, it was just managing the Pavlov Dogs in my head. I had to keep reminding myself that I didn't actually want to smoke after a meal, but that my brain had been conditioned over the last 15 years to reach for my pack after I ate, or when I got in the car, or poured a beer, etc. For weeks I would find myself absentmindedly reaching into my pocket in those situations. I think a lot of people slip up here because they mistake mere mental conditioning for some kind of hidden desire, implying that some part of you deep down enjoys it and wants to keep smoking. Keeping that distinction in mind was key to me.
Anyhow, this is starting to enter TL;DR territory. One final thing I'll say is that this book really helped me (https://www.amazon.com/Allen-Carrs-Easy-Stop-Smoking/dp/0615482155/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1519925843&sr=8-3&keywords=alan+carrs+easy+way+to+stop+smoking), particularly when it came to dealing with the mental conditioning and myths we tell ourselves about smoking and quitting. The title is super gimmicky and sounds like some late night infomercial rip off, but it was a gigantic help for me. So if you're reading this and maybe you're on the fence about quitting, I'd highly suggest giving the book a try. It might be the best ten bucks you've ever spent.
Good stuff Dan :clap:
:-)
nice work dude.. :clap:
cross thread post....
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I’ve thought about chantix. I know I’ve heard of some weird side effects about sleep and dreams with it, mine are so vivid at the moment I don’t think that should be a problem. Thanks for the support everyone.
Yes dude. Solid work!
As for the nicotine...man, we got a thread for that too! I'm actually heading there right now...on day 3 of trying to quit....I'd been quit off cigs for almost 3 years, but then a couple years ago bummed one here or there, and since then it's been an off and on habit...a pack of smokes here or there for a show or festival, a tin of dip just for driving around...then I started picking up the little ecigs at the convenient stores...those things are evil, have insanely high amounts of nicotine in them...and so finally two months ago, I bought a mod, the whole rig, vape system set up, so I could control and reduce the nicotine levels over a period of time...and by this past Sunday, I was just filling the tank with 0% juice; by Monday was done even hitting that...
Even reducing the levels slowly like that though, I had a headache for about 48 straight hours and was exhausted for a couple days...and today....my brain won't stop screaming at me for some nicotine...but, I'm almost past this 3 day bump and have been reading back through this thread though the last couple days has been really helpful.
So yeah, there's that.
Right on
Quote from: Bobafett on August 29, 2018, 08:03:09 PM
Right on
Quitting is easy. I do it all the time.
Seriously, though. I use Walgreens brand mini-losenges. First day without smokes I make sure one is in my mouth literally every waking minute. Next day I try and use five or less of them. I can ween myself off of them over the course of about two weeks. It sucks a whole lot less than cold turkey. Basically, it just keeps me from kicking the dog while I kick the habit.
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Quote from: Bobafett on August 29, 2018, 08:03:09 PM
Right on
Quitting is easy. I do it all the time.
Seriously, though. I use Walgreens brand mini-losenges. First day without smokes I make sure one is in my mouth literally every waking minute. Next day I try and use five or less of them. I can ween myself off of them over the course of about two weeks. It sucks a whole lot less than cold turkey. Basically, it just keeps me from kicking the dog while I kick the habit.
mini losenges? Like nicotine losenges?
You know I have a mod kit that I've never given a fair shake. I didn't think that vaping was an actual strategy to help ween myself off. Would you start with a strong nicotine juice and taper down to less and less strength, then switch to 0%?
I feel like just holding a straw and sittting down outside when I'm stressed and normally wanting a smoke would/could help. Also thought of setting time frames, like if I get frustrated at work if I can make it until 2, I'll have a smoke, then pushing it back by 15 minutes.
I currently smoke about 10/day. I am the only kitchen worker that smokes, which is pretty crazy.
Cold turkey is not going to be my method.
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Quote from: PIE-GUY on August 29, 2018, 10:14:01 PM
Quote from: Bobafett on August 29, 2018, 08:03:09 PM
Right on
Quitting is easy. I do it all the time.
Seriously, though. I use Walgreens brand mini-losenges. First day without smokes I make sure one is in my mouth literally every waking minute. Next day I try and use five or less of them. I can ween myself off of them over the course of about two weeks. It sucks a whole lot less than cold turkey. Basically, it just keeps me from kicking the dog while I kick the habit.
mini losenges? Like nicotine losenges?
Yes.
Quote from: Bobafett on August 29, 2018, 11:00:55 PM
You know I have a mod kit that I've never given a fair shake. I didn't think that vaping was an actual strategy to help ween myself off. Would you start with a strong nicotine juice and taper down to less and less strength, then switch to 0%?
I feel like just holding a straw and sittting down outside when I'm stressed and normally wanting a smoke would/could help. Also thought of setting time frames, like if I get frustrated at work if I can make it until 2, I'll have a smoke, then pushing it back by 15 minutes.
I currently smoke about 10/day. I am the only kitchen worker that smokes, which is pretty crazy.
Cold turkey is not going to be my method.
in relation to your comment about a straw and sitting outside i can relate to that.
ive been stuck at about 3 a day for the last month, and when i get big chunks of time without usually i will actually go outside like i am going to smoke, but then i just breathe instead.
Theres been studies i believe that show that when you crave a cig and are about to cave in you will basically hyperventalate, or your breathing will get really wonky in one way or another.
i've found over the years that if you basically are 'about to smoke' or ' go outside to have a smoke' and then just do some basic focused meditative breathing. IE - breathe in thru nose 1, 2, 3, breathe out 1, 2,3 , 4 etc, then you can shake the 'immediate' urge.
of course all techniques, tools, etc. are completely relative to the user.
if theres one thing ive learned about addictions over the last 25+ years its that each person has there own ways of thinking and dealing with their own stuff.
i gotta say being a restaurant worker and habital smoker though is a tough cycle to crack.
Unless you work in a super dead low stress place its a bitch dropping that release when your used to having it to chill out in between rushes or whatever.
Quote from: Bobafett on August 29, 2018, 11:00:55 PM
You know I have a mod kit that I've never given a fair shake. I didn't think that vaping was an actual strategy to help ween myself off. Would you start with a strong nicotine juice and taper down to less and less strength, then switch to 0%?
I feel like just holding a straw and sittting down outside when I'm stressed and normally wanting a smoke would/could help. Also thought of setting time frames, like if I get frustrated at work if I can make it until 2, I'll have a smoke, then pushing it back by 15 minutes.
I currently smoke about 10/day. I am the only kitchen worker that smokes, which is pretty crazy.
Cold turkey is not going to be my method.
Yeah, so I did the taper for sure. Started at like 12mg juice, then after a week or two, made a 6 and 12 mix, and then a 6 for awhile, then a 6 and 3 mix, etc...until I was down to a 3 and 0 mix, but then rather than drop to zero, I did one bottle of 3, and 3 bottles of 0, making it a .75 juice....which at that point you're at 1/16th of a cigarette nicotine level...which is pretty much nothing....and then I finally hit zero at some point Sunday afternoon...which is when the headache started...but I do feel doing the taper over 2 months definitely helped...I think it's worth it. (OH, and early on getting into using the mod/vape, I was still smoking and dipping, that took about a month to transition to use the mod/vape as my only nicotine delivery system, but I knew once I was on that only, I could start to control the taper....)
I get the straw thing too...so I've got the vape mouthpiece still in my pocket and every once in awhile still pull on that, like when I get in the car or after a meal. Feels stupid like a baby with a pacifier trying to ween off a bottle, but that's the legit psychological dependence once the chemical part has wore off...it totally becomes a mind game from that point forward.
ETA: on day 4!
Here's some charts I found that might be helpful...
(http://pinkspotvapors.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/how-to-choose-nicotine-level.jpg)
(http://ecigclopedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/e-liquid-nicotine-level-chart.jpg)
Thank you
So I bought a voopoo mojo mod today and 6% juice that is flavored like a camel light. Here we go y'all. Let's kick this smelly habit.
Do it!
Quote from: Bobafett on September 09, 2018, 05:40:12 PM
So I bought a voopoo mojo mod today and 6% juice that is flavored like a camel light. Here we go y'all. Let's kick this smelly habit.
Nice dude. just make a schedule on cutting the %'s down over a few weeks to months...and you'll be off the nicotine in no time...
Day 16 for me. And feeling pretty good. Occasional cravings, but I slow down, focus on my breathing. It passes. Having a daily meditation practice helps keep you mindful when those cravings occur. Just maybe something to consider adding in as you slowly ween down the nicotine levels.
Ok. I've been using 9mg juice called cannoli be one and it tastes delicious. I was smoking 10 cigs a day. I went to 8 last week, 6 this week. Yesterday I had one after our lunch rush and it actually tasted bad to me. That's a first in a long time.
But I've been using the vape and not inhaling, just holding it in my mouth. It's really hard to find trustworthy info on the webs, so do you inhale it? Doesn't the nicotine get in the blood that way too? It's kinda harsh to inhale this stuff and makes me cough or makes my throat sore. Any advice?
Currently on 2 packs of Reds a day. Really looking forward to the end of the month when I finish this course and don't need to lean on this crutch nearly as much...Its a start but at 31 I think I might finally be ready to try and not die from lung cancer.
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on September 26, 2018, 10:07:16 AM
Currently on 2 packs of Reds a day. Really looking forward to the end of the month when I finish this course and don't need to lean on this crutch nearly as much...Its a start but at 31 I think I might finally be ready to try and not die from lung cancer.
It's never too soon to start.
I smoked my last one out of my own pack on 7/8. Have used a juul primarily since then (I've bummed a couple of cigs here and there), though I think I'd like to buy a real vape and do the taper.
Quote from: Bobafett on September 25, 2018, 10:59:26 PM
Ok. I've been using 9mg juice called cannoli be one and it tastes delicious. I was smoking 10 cigs a day. I went to 8 last week, 6 this week. Yesterday I had one after our lunch rush and it actually tasted bad to me. That's a first in a long time.
But I've been using the vape and not inhaling, just holding it in my mouth. It's really hard to find trustworthy info on the webs, so do you inhale it? Doesn't the nicotine get in the blood that way too? It's kinda harsh to inhale this stuff and makes me cough or makes my throat sore. Any advice?
Def inhale, but yeah I guess if you just held it in your mouth like smoking a cigar you'd still be getting nicotine that way too.
If it's harsh to inhale though, a few different things. Checking back you got this about 2 weeks ago, you want to replace the coils cartridge every 2-3 weeks so that probably needs replacing. Secondly, in terms of those coil replacements, they are super easy to swap out. I don't know what kind you got with the starter kit, which is what I'm assuming you got with the voopoo mojo mod, (like an all in one thing with the mod, tank, and replacement coils)... but after experimenting with a few different coil replacement types, I found the single fat coil replacements to give the smoothest hit and the biggest clouds (just an added bonus which I didn't give a shit about at first, but then found to be kind of entertaining, like a thing to do to pass the time).
Oh, and the other thing is, I found certain juices hit a lot harsher than others, so maybe you need to try mixing it up with some other flavors. I had this cinnamon flavor one that I thought since cinnamon helps reduce cravings would be helpful, but really that was just super harsh and I didn't enjoy it at all. Switched over to milder and milder flavors as well and that reduced the mental association with nicotine too (like this berry flavor mix, arctic blast, earl grey tea).
Anyhow, hope that helps.
Quote from: pcr3 on September 26, 2018, 10:13:36 AM
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on September 26, 2018, 10:07:16 AM
Currently on 2 packs of Reds a day. Really looking forward to the end of the month when I finish this course and don't need to lean on this crutch nearly as much...Its a start but at 31 I think I might finally be ready to try and not die from lung cancer.
It's never too soon to start.
I smoked my last one out of my own pack on 7/8. Have used a juul primarily since then (I've bummed a couple of cigs here and there), though I think I'd like to buy a real vape and do the taper.
Agreed. Never too late to start.
As for the juul yes man, get off that! That shit has 59mg/ml of nicotine, which is an absurdly high amount. if you check the charts below, the highest level you can get with vape juices is 36mg/ml! That just tells you how insanely high that is. Prior to switching to the vape I was using the Vuse Ciro, and that also had 48 mg/ml, also ridiculously high. Seems like the prepacked things like that, while convenient, have waaaaay higher levels of nicotine and secondly, don't come in varying nicotine levels so once you're on them its hard to quit or cut back.
So, my rec, the quicker you switch to a vape, even if you start at the highest vape juice level (36mg/ml), you'll be better off.
ETA: day 31 nicotine free for me!!!
w00t! Congrats!
So I think I figured out the inhaling thing. I changed the ?atomizer? Coil? Out last night and read up on mtl vs dL inhaling. Started direct lung method and definitely was not getting the harshness and got some real clouds. I think this is going to be the game changer.
I do think the flavors can help me get over the fact that I like the way a cigarette tastes. If I can begin to dislike it and hate the way it smells then I will be on my way.
I had no idea how potent those ecigs were. I had used the blu brand before to little enjoyment.
Thanks you for your support and advice.
I was gonna come in to mention that bobafett.
There's also straight to lung vs. mouth to lung. I have friends who smoke both but if you were a smoker who drew a haul into your mouth and then suck it into your lungs, you're gonna want the mouth to lung.
Quote from: gah on September 26, 2018, 02:05:31 PM
Quote from: pcr3 on September 26, 2018, 10:13:36 AM
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on September 26, 2018, 10:07:16 AM
Currently on 2 packs of Reds a day. Really looking forward to the end of the month when I finish this course and don't need to lean on this crutch nearly as much...Its a start but at 31 I think I might finally be ready to try and not die from lung cancer.
It's never too soon to start.
I smoked my last one out of my own pack on 7/8. Have used a juul primarily since then (I've bummed a couple of cigs here and there), though I think I'd like to buy a real vape and do the taper.
Agreed. Never too late to start.
As for the juul yes man, get off that! That shit has 59mg/ml of nicotine, which is an absurdly high amount. if you check the charts below, the highest level you can get with vape juices is 36mg/ml! That just tells you how insanely high that is. Prior to switching to the vape I was using the Vuse Ciro, and that also had 48 mg/ml, also ridiculously high. Seems like the prepacked things like that, while convenient, have waaaaay higher levels of nicotine and secondly, don't come in varying nicotine levels so once you're on them its hard to quit or cut back.
So, my rec, the quicker you switch to a vape, even if you start at the highest vape juice level (36mg/ml), you'll be better off.
ETA: day 31 nicotine free for me!!!
Thanks for the advice. I picked up a Breeze 2 by Aspire today, at the recommendation of the local vape merchant, and some mint "juice". Good stuff, and I will now be able to taper off over the next month or three.
Quote from: gah on September 26, 2018, 02:05:31 PM
Quote from: pcr3 on September 26, 2018, 10:13:36 AM
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on September 26, 2018, 10:07:16 AM
Currently on 2 packs of Reds a day. Really looking forward to the end of the month when I finish this course and don't need to lean on this crutch nearly as much...Its a start but at 31 I think I might finally be ready to try and not die from lung cancer.
It's never too soon to start.
I smoked my last one out of my own pack on 7/8. Have used a juul primarily since then (I've bummed a couple of cigs here and there), though I think I'd like to buy a real vape and do the taper.
Agreed. Never too late to start.
As for the juul yes man, get off that! That shit has 59mg/ml of nicotine, which is an absurdly high amount. if you check the charts below, the highest level you can get with vape juices is 36mg/ml! That just tells you how insanely high that is. Prior to switching to the vape I was using the Vuse Ciro, and that also had 48 mg/ml, also ridiculously high. Seems like the prepacked things like that, while convenient, have waaaaay higher levels of nicotine and secondly, don't come in varying nicotine levels so once you're on them its hard to quit or cut back.
So, my rec, the quicker you switch to a vape, even if you start at the highest vape juice level (36mg/ml), you'll be better off.
ETA: day 31 nicotine free for me!!!
I do agree about the nicotine levels. I only smoke the little pod style vapes anymore. I just hate the big mod+tank setups, they're just too much hassle.
But you get a TON less vapor from these pod style vapes so the nicotine amount doesn't quite translate the same. These little guys have helped me get down to about 5-6 cigs a day. I used to be at a pack and a half a day.
On the topic of high nicotine, though, I have started getting nic-salts with less nicotine in them. This is helping. But I find myself only hitting it 2-3 times every hour, give or take. Even with the lower amounts.
Quote from: pcr3 on September 26, 2018, 10:43:41 PM
Thanks for the advice. I picked up a Breeze 2 by Aspire today, at the recommendation of the local vape merchant, and some mint "juice". Good stuff, and I will now be able to taper off over the next month or three.
Personally I use a Sourin Air, I love it. I had the Breeze (not the 2) and the shit failed on me in a week haha, I've heard the 2 is better, though.
Quote from: Bobafett on September 25, 2018, 10:59:26 PM
Ok. I've been using 9mg juice called cannoli be one and it tastes delicious. I was smoking 10 cigs a day. I went to 8 last week, 6 this week. Yesterday I had one after our lunch rush and it actually tasted bad to me. That's a first in a long time.
But I've been using the vape and not inhaling, just holding it in my mouth. It's really hard to find trustworthy info on the webs, so do you inhale it? Doesn't the nicotine get in the blood that way too? It's kinda harsh to inhale this stuff and makes me cough or makes my throat sore. Any advice?
That was my experience when I first started, too. It just takes a little while to get used to it. But if your coil was burned, then that will definitely add to the problem. Sometimes when I'm lazy, that how I know to swap my coil :hereitisyousentimentalbastard shit isn't cheap!
There's some science behind it, though. Basically when you smoke a cig, the smoke triggers your salivary glands to produce saliva to protect your throat from being burned. But since vapor is much cooler, the same reaction does not occur when vaping. So when you first start out your throat just get dried out by the vapor. But I did find that going between smoking heavy and vaping always brings back the cough/dry throat.
Some other things to consider in addition to what GAH said, flavors can change the throat hit. More importantly the ratio of propylene glycol (PG) to vegetable glycerine (VG) is what brings on the "throat hit". Also the nicotine content, more nicotine=more throat hit.
VG makes the juice thinner, less vapor, more throat hit. I hate VG heavy juice.
PG makes the juice thicker, more vapor, way smoother hit, less dry throat. I always used to try juices with 70% PG or more. This will really help. But keep in mind it will burn your coils out faster usually.
Quote from: Bobafett on September 26, 2018, 07:24:33 PM
w00t! Congrats!
So I think I figured out the inhaling thing. I changed the ?atomizer? Coil? Out last night and read up on mtl vs dL inhaling. Started direct lung method and definitely was not getting the harshness and got some real clouds. I think this is going to be the game changer.
I do think the flavors can help me get over the fact that I like the way a cigarette tastes. If I can begin to dislike it and hate the way it smells then I will be on my way.
I had no idea how potent those ecigs were. I had used the blu brand before to little enjoyment.
Thanks you for your support and advice.
Yes man! You're making it happen. It's a slow process but you're doing it. Solid work.
Quote from: pcr3 on September 26, 2018, 10:43:41 PM
Quote from: gah on September 26, 2018, 02:05:31 PM
Quote from: pcr3 on September 26, 2018, 10:13:36 AM
Quote from: KingOfPrussia2155 on September 26, 2018, 10:07:16 AM
Currently on 2 packs of Reds a day. Really looking forward to the end of the month when I finish this course and don't need to lean on this crutch nearly as much...Its a start but at 31 I think I might finally be ready to try and not die from lung cancer.
It's never too soon to start.
I smoked my last one out of my own pack on 7/8. Have used a juul primarily since then (I've bummed a couple of cigs here and there), though I think I'd like to buy a real vape and do the taper.
Agreed. Never too late to start.
As for the juul yes man, get off that! That shit has 59mg/ml of nicotine, which is an absurdly high amount. if you check the charts below, the highest level you can get with vape juices is 36mg/ml! That just tells you how insanely high that is. Prior to switching to the vape I was using the Vuse Ciro, and that also had 48 mg/ml, also ridiculously high. Seems like the prepacked things like that, while convenient, have waaaaay higher levels of nicotine and secondly, don't come in varying nicotine levels so once you're on them its hard to quit or cut back.
So, my rec, the quicker you switch to a vape, even if you start at the highest vape juice level (36mg/ml), you'll be better off.
ETA: day 31 nicotine free for me!!!
Thanks for the advice. I picked up a Breeze 2 by Aspire today, at the recommendation of the local vape merchant, and some mint "juice". Good stuff, and I will now be able to taper off over the next month or three.
Yeah, dont; rush it. It took me probably three months, but you do have to have a plan and try and stick with it...cause it's really easy to just slow down and be like, well, I'm down to tthe 3mg/ml juice...I can just stay here...I dont' want to really quit altogether, do I? My mind started messing with me at the end there. Also realize, every time you drop down you're gonna still go thru a few days of being a little on edge, and you might find yourself vaping more, maybe to get more nicotine, just cause it's less juice doesn't mean you can't just puff like twice as much to get the same amount of nicotine into your body, but that tapers and normalizes again after a few days...but I found that happened EVERY time i dropped levels...I'd be easily irritated for a couple days and be puffing more, and then it'd be fine...until the next drop.
But it gets easier. No doubt.
My mind is still fucking with me though, cause it's like, oh now I know how to quit whenever I want, so I could go buy a pack right now and be ok...but then I remember what a bitch those first 3 days were especially and that first couple weeks....and I have zero desire to go through that again. So just trying to keep busy, and when a thought comes, i just try and observe it and watch it pass by. Separate myself from my thoughts, become the sky, and allow my thoughts to be clouds, and just watch them pass. You really gotta zen out with this.
Hit 8 weeks yesterday. The three night run this weekend was kinda tough, and probably the first time in about a month that I considered or even had the thought of smoking. But I made it through, and am at 57 days nicotine free. Just checking in and seeing how everyone else is doing?
:clap: hell yeah awesome man!
Quote from: gah on October 22, 2018, 04:24:10 PM
Hit 8 weeks yesterday. The three night run this weekend was kinda tough, and probably the first time in about a month that I considered or even had the thought of smoking. But I made it through, and am at 57 days nicotine free. Just checking in and seeing how everyone else is doing?
I'm doing really well with the new vape, though I definitely had a few butts in Albany courtesy of a certain French-Canadian. The good thing was that I didn't crave them before, during, or after. It was truly just a social thing.
I started with the highest nic content for my first juice "bottle". I will kill it after nearly a month, so I think I'm gonna drop down on the next one. Hopefully that goes well.
Quote from: pcr3 on October 22, 2018, 05:37:19 PM
Quote from: gah on October 22, 2018, 04:24:10 PM
Hit 8 weeks yesterday. The three night run this weekend was kinda tough, and probably the first time in about a month that I considered or even had the thought of smoking. But I made it through, and am at 57 days nicotine free. Just checking in and seeing how everyone else is doing?
I'm doing really well with the new vape, though I definitely had a few butts in Albany courtesy of a certain French-Canadian. The good thing was that I didn't crave them before, during, or after. It was truly just a social thing.
I started with the highest nic content for my first juice "bottle". I will kill it after nearly a month, so I think I'm gonna drop down on the next one. Hopefully that goes well.
That's it man. Just keep dropping. And sometiems when you drop down to the next level, it's easier to mix it with whatever is left of your current bottle...helps when the transition to the lower nicotine level....
Quote from: gah on October 22, 2018, 04:24:10 PM
Hit 8 weeks yesterday. The three night run this weekend was kinda tough, and probably the first time in about a month that I considered or even had the thought of smoking. But I made it through, and am at 57 days nicotine free. Just checking in and seeing how everyone else is doing?
I'm doing fucking awful. I had a cigarette before 8am today.
Quote from: PIE-GUY on October 23, 2018, 09:43:02 AM
Quote from: gah on October 22, 2018, 04:24:10 PM
Hit 8 weeks yesterday. The three night run this weekend was kinda tough, and probably the first time in about a month that I considered or even had the thought of smoking. But I made it through, and am at 57 days nicotine free. Just checking in and seeing how everyone else is doing?
I'm doing fucking awful. I had a cigarette before 8am today.
bruh! what's up with that? I thought you were just doing the snus/pouches anyway, and just the occasional smoke? Either way, it's not awful, there's no judgement of good or bad, that's a dichotomy that falsely creates the illusion of shame and/or guilt. No man, you're just being, and that's just fine. Maybe tmrw just try and skip that morning smoke and post on here instead?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmLTRGWRO_w
we have been referring patients to this program. The pulmonologist who is spearheading it locally gives it good reviews. Nothing to lose, imo
http://www.jgh.ca/uploads/Smoking%20Cessation%20Program%20pamphlet_Jan15_1.pdf
90 days today. And you know what? I'd love a smoke or a dip or a vape or anything right about now. HA! Fucking nicotine. :shakehead:
Way to be GAH.
My update is as follows:
Began this journey with 12 smokes a day about 3 months ago.
Used 9mg juice and have tapered down to 3 smokes a day and using 6 mg juice. I've only used 1.25 bottles of liquid so far, so maybe I should use it more? I'm hoping by nye I'm down to just juice and a new bottle of 3 mg liquid. It's really hardest when I eat too much or have to bail the dumbass cooks out at work.
Quote from: Bobafett on November 24, 2018, 05:12:51 PM
Way to be GAH.
My update is as follows:
Began this journey with 12 smokes a day about 3 months ago.
Used 9mg juice and have tapered down to 3 smokes a day and using 6 mg juice. I've only used 1.25 bottles of liquid so far, so maybe I should use it more? I'm hoping by nye I'm down to just juice and a new bottle of 3 mg liquid. It's really hardest when I eat too much or have to bail the dumbass cooks out at work.
Dude, you're making progress, and you're moving forward, and you have a plan....and that's all that matters. Keep working at it, and I'm sure you'll be down to just the liquid soon enough. It def took me a little time to transition over the the vape only....but once I did, that's when I really felt like I had some control of the situation and could begin the taper. Dont' sweat moving down to the 3mg too soon, try and get rid of those last three smokes a day first. (just my thoughts on it, of course, you should do whatever you feel comfortable with and in your own approach)
Does anyone here have experience trying to quit using the patch? what's it like?
i'm getting desperate with my other health issues and feel like quitting smoking is my only hope atm.
I had alergic reaction to serotonin uptake inhibators or w/e they are called that they use...basically prozac i think? idk, but i can't do the pysch meds route.. i think nicotine detox is my only chance.
I've seen studies how its exponentially harder for people with chronic pain to quit so idk.. but i gotta try something.
The only thing that worked for me is the nicotine lozenges. I like the mini ones. You tuck it in your lip and it just keeps you from kicking the dog, if you know what I mean. Start with having one in your every waking moment then slowly ween yourself off them by waiting until you really need the next one. Usually takes me 2-3 weeks to ween down to no longer needing them... ymmv.
Quote from: PIE-GUY on October 23, 2022, 11:38:26 PMThe only thing that worked for me is the nicotine lozenges. I like the mini ones. You tuck it in your lip and it just keeps you from kicking the dog, if you know what I mean. Start with having one in your every waking moment then slowly ween yourself off them by waiting until you really need the next one. Usually takes me 2-3 weeks to ween down to no longer needing them... ymmv.
im assuming thats same sorta premise as nicotine gum
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2022, 02:14:31 PMQuote from: PIE-GUY on October 23, 2022, 11:38:26 PMThe only thing that worked for me is the nicotine lozenges. I like the mini ones. You tuck it in your lip and it just keeps you from kicking the dog, if you know what I mean. Start with having one in your every waking moment then slowly ween yourself off them by waiting until you really need the next one. Usually takes me 2-3 weeks to ween down to no longer needing them... ymmv.
im assuming thats same sorta premise as nicotine gum
Yes, but the mini-lozenges actually melt away - takes about 30 minutes - where the gum just stays in your mouth forever until you spit it out. I found myself with the same piece gum in my mouth for 2 hours, long after any nicotine was still left in it. That's not helpful because the cravings were there and seemed like the gum wasn't working. The mini lozenges are so small nobody you're talking with would ever know they're there. But you will. And when one is gone you know it's time for another - at least in the beginning.
yeah, the patch and the gum i
Quote from: PIE-GUY on October 23, 2022, 11:38:26 PMThe only thing that worked for me is the nicotine lozenges. I like the mini ones. You tuck it in your lip and it just keeps you from kicking the dog, if you know what I mean. Start with having one in your every waking moment then slowly ween yourself off them by waiting until you really need the next one. Usually takes me 2-3 weeks to ween down to no longer needing them... ymmv.
Quote from: PIE-GUY on October 23, 2022, 11:38:26 PMThe only thing that worked for me is the nicotine lozenges. I like the mini ones. You tuck it in your lip and it just keeps you from kicking the dog, if you know what I mean. Start with having one in your every waking moment then slowly ween yourself off them by waiting until you really need the next one. Usually takes me 2-3 weeks to ween down to no longer needing them... ymmv.
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2022, 02:14:31 PMQuote from: PIE-GUY on October 23, 2022, 11:38:26 PMThe only thing that worked for me is the nicotine lozenges. I like the mini ones. You tuck it in your lip and it just keeps you from kicking the dog, if you know what I mean. Start with having one in your every waking moment then slowly ween yourself off them by waiting until you really need the next one. Usually takes me 2-3 weeks to ween down to no longer needing them... ymmv.
im assuming thats same sorta premise as nicotine gum
The patch and the gum are kind of a pain. Mini-lozenges are the best option, like PG says. The regular size lozenges are like horse pills so you have to go with the minis. I've been hooked on the minis, but it's better than smoking/chewing. Def kills any craving though you might eat them like chiclets at first. Don't get nicorrette brand, get store brand they are way cheaper. Walmart/Walgreens has them cheapest, Amazon also has a bunch of generics too. You'd probably want to start with 4mg if you are a pack a day but you can switch to 2mg pretty quickly. It's getting off the 2mg that is a struggle for me. Good luck.
Quote from: Caravan2001 on October 24, 2022, 02:25:59 PMyeah, the patch and the gum i
Quote from: PIE-GUY on October 23, 2022, 11:38:26 PMThe only thing that worked for me is the nicotine lozenges. I like the mini ones. You tuck it in your lip and it just keeps you from kicking the dog, if you know what I mean. Start with having one in your every waking moment then slowly ween yourself off them by waiting until you really need the next one. Usually takes me 2-3 weeks to ween down to no longer needing them... ymmv.
Quote from: PIE-GUY on October 23, 2022, 11:38:26 PMThe only thing that worked for me is the nicotine lozenges. I like the mini ones. You tuck it in your lip and it just keeps you from kicking the dog, if you know what I mean. Start with having one in your every waking moment then slowly ween yourself off them by waiting until you really need the next one. Usually takes me 2-3 weeks to ween down to no longer needing them... ymmv.
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 24, 2022, 02:14:31 PMQuote from: PIE-GUY on October 23, 2022, 11:38:26 PMThe only thing that worked for me is the nicotine lozenges. I like the mini ones. You tuck it in your lip and it just keeps you from kicking the dog, if you know what I mean. Start with having one in your every waking moment then slowly ween yourself off them by waiting until you really need the next one. Usually takes me 2-3 weeks to ween down to no longer needing them... ymmv.
im assuming thats same sorta premise as nicotine gum
The patch and the gum are kind of a pain. Mini-lozenges are the best option, like PG says. The regular size lozenges are like horse pills so you have to go with the minis. I've been hooked on the minis, but it's better than smoking/chewing. Def kills any craving though you might eat them like chiclets at first. Don't get nicorrette brand, get store brand they are way cheaper. Walmart/Walgreens has them cheapest, Amazon also has a bunch of generics too. You'd probably want to start with 4mg if you are a pack a day but you can switch to 2mg pretty quickly. It's getting off the 2mg that is a struggle for me. Good luck.
right on... thanks for the details.
yeah im more like 3-5 cigs a day max , though i smoke halfs and thirds so i'm "smoking" 10 times a day sometimes.
I started chantix on October 12th and so far has been smooth sailing
there really isn't anything better to quit, it works man
Quote from: GBL on October 25, 2022, 07:05:25 PMI started chantix on October 12th and so far has been smooth sailing
there really isn't anything better to quit, it works man
o, ive never really heard from anyone using that.
Quote from: VA $l!m on October 25, 2022, 09:54:15 PMQuote from: GBL on October 25, 2022, 07:05:25 PMI started chantix on October 12th and so far has been smooth sailing
there really isn't anything better to quit, it works man
o, ive never really heard from anyone using that.
Worked for me and I'm about to hit 10 years no cigs.
hey slim, my method for a while has been 3mg zyns, which are those tobacco-less nicotine pouches. no one notices if i have one in, and they take away the cravings pretty quickly. while i have certainly had some cigs over the last 9 months or so, i generally don't smoke anymore and only want to if i'm in particular situations.
Quote from: pcr3 on October 26, 2022, 10:23:40 AMhey slim, my method for a while has been 3mg zyns, which are those tobacco-less nicotine pouches. no one notices if i have one in, and they take away the cravings pretty quickly. while i have certainly had some cigs over the last 9 months or so, i generally don't smoke anymore and only want to if i'm in particular situations.
aka with me high as fuck
Quote from: GBL on October 26, 2022, 01:24:29 PMQuote from: pcr3 on October 26, 2022, 10:23:40 AMhey slim, my method for a while has been 3mg zyns, which are those tobacco-less nicotine pouches. no one notices if i have one in, and they take away the cravings pretty quickly. while i have certainly had some cigs over the last 9 months or so, i generally don't smoke anymore and only want to if i'm in particular situations.
aka with me high as fuck
right...that would be one of the few situations, though it sounds like that won't be the case going forward, which is good.
i got all psyched up to start Chantix or w/e the generic is now, and then fucking medicaid decided not to cover it... idiots.
i guess i'm supposed to play their game now and "try" the other cheaper options- patch, etc.
annoyed though. >:(