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Well done @dvs51 Don’t let boredom give you a reason to smoke , it’s your junkie brain trying to fill a void … Cone here and play games , puzzle book, jigsaws , candy crunch , find ways to keep busy We promise you , it gets easier

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"I've become convinced that while I absolutely quit for a better life, I also quit for a better death." This was my bottom line motivation for quitting. I absolutely did not want to be in active addiction at the end of my life, especially if I found myself in a care situation due to a stroke or heart attack. Couldn't imagine any facility or family member supplying & babysitting me while I smoked. Absolutely didn't want to go through withdrawal (physically, emotionally, psychologically) while bed or wheel chair bound. Etc. etc. As a former QuitNet member I remember reading your personal profile page when I joined there at six months quit. It definitely had a impact on me to stay the course. Thanks for sharing. Sorry for your personal life circumstances. Hope we have both done enough (quit smoking & took steps to regain better health) to change our end. Best Wishes.

I haven’t been on in a few days and I came back to see a few new encouraging posts. I’m still having some difficulty with boredom but I’m staying strong! @Alexander it’s true. When I was a kid, it seemed like all the adults smoked and they did it everywhere. My parents and all of my friends’ parents smoked in their houses and cars with the kids around. People smoked while they worked. Now smoking is something you do behind the building in a designated area far from any other people.

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Welcome to the Quit Train, @Bijay Pudasaini! You’re in the right place to find your freedom, once and for all. Many of us have similar stories of failed attempts before finally succeeding, so we’re living proof that you CAN quit. A forum like this really helps - for info, support, accountability and positive encouragement. As you cope with the lousy initial stages of withdrawal, remember that cravings are not commands… they are just noisy commercials for junk you don’t want or need. Change the channel. Stay busy/distracted, stay strong, and read all you can on the dynamics of addiction. That knowledge is power. Post here as often as you’re able and let us know if you’re struggling. We’re all here to help!

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NOPE for today!

I've been smoking for the past 17 years, and I've watched my life spiral downhill because of it—health issues piling up, relationships straining, and opportunities slipping away. In 2024, I finally committed to quitting, drawing on every bit of willpower I had; my personal best streak lasted 57 days, during which I relied on nicotine gum for the first seven to ease the cravings. Today marks my second day in this new attempt, and while the urge is strong, I'm determined to push through and rebuild what I've lost, one smoke-free day at a time.

So glad you are here with us, @lollp and @Alexander! Making it thru the first four weeks (with the withdrawal, brain fog and system adjustments) is a MAJOR achievement! But you’re smart to stay vigilant. Keep us posted in how things are going and what your experience is like. Sharing helps to re-wire your patterns… and your words today will doubtless help another new quitter in the future.

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