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@Doreensfree "BANANA BANANA BANANA" was our "safe word" when I was taking Improv classes a few years back. If someone took the scene somewhere that made you uncomfortable, you were supposed to shout "banana" three times and the scene would end, no questions asked. I never used it or heard it used but it was a nice safety net to have just in case. I don't know if safe words, or that one specifically, are a universal thing with imrpov or if that was just my teacher's way of keeping things on track. I appreciate your confidence in me! This isn't my first quit, but I intend for it to be my last.

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Love it ! … well banana Ive not heard that in all my years here , cracking up I remember going so far along , then suddenly wanted to look after myself more Doing wall pushups is a great way to pass the time I learned Chi Gong ..still do it today , it’s a good way to calm things down and chill I have high hopes for you @dvs51.. You have the right attitude … keep it going

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@DenaliBlues EXACTLY! I used cigarettes as a marker of time constantly, and even sometimes used it to literally tell time (It should take me about six minutes to smoke this, so I'll know it's 2:30 when I put it out). You have described it perfectly, especially the jellyfish thing. I'll try the wall pushups. So far my go-to distractions are: - creative outlets (writing, playing guitar, drawing) - video games (mostly puzzle-type mobile games) - walking - calling a friend or relative - not to talk about that, but just to chat for a few minutes - watching tv - coming here - and, unfortunately, sometimes eating, though I'm already working to curb that. I'm always looking for more ways to not smoke! I will add wall push-ups to my arsenal... it sounds like a good distraction AND it's good for me! @Reciprocity I did not for a second think you sounded preachy. Everyone here is here looking for help or looking to help others. I've gotten some great advice from several people since I signed up and not once have I thought anyone was talking down to me, demanding that I see or do things their way, or judging me in any way. I'm so grateful to have people to talk to who have been through what I'm going through, and I have felt nothing but encouraged by everyone here, including you. We're all good! But I'll make you a deal. If, at any point, I think you're being too preachy, I'll just say "BANANA BANANA BANANA!" and you'll know to knock it off. Deal?

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@dvs51 I was pretty sure you knew the drill but just wanted to reinforce the ideas, only because it can be a difficult time in early days. Hope I didn't come across as preachy . Sounds like you're headed in the right direction with a clear vision of whaere you want to be and how to get there - carry on.

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