Quitting is Contagious

[Lifeboy]

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.

[gah]

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.

[Lifeboy]

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 


I have a feeling I will be asking about those mental tricks by this time tomorrow, lol

[UncleEbinezer]

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 


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. 

[justjezmund]

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 

[Undermind]

Good job JJ.  I need to get on that train!

[Buffalo Budd]

Awesome dude, coming up on 6 months for me.  Loving every minute of it (well, almost every minute  :wink: )

[gah]

YES JJ & BB! Solid work all around. 

[khalpin]

YES JJ & BB! Solid work all around. 

Keep it up!

[sls.stormyrider]

cool
keep it up

[VA $l!m]

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.

[gah]

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?

[UncleEbinezer]

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.

[Bobafett]

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!

[Undermind]

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!