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  1. Severe engine issues revealed today and I was having trouble coping. Out of nowhere or maybe that somewhere in the mind that tells you that you can’t cope, that there is some nameless something you need to get through this and then just as quickly it’s gone and your left thinking or maybe yelling it aloud in a rage, “I KNOW WHAT I NEEDED!” The addict is always there. It’ll show up when you least expect it to. It enrages me. Leaving me feeling weak and less than. But I am NOT! I’ve been kicking nicotine to the curb for almost three years and I will not release it from the chains that had me bound. The chains that I worked so hard to bind it with. I can’t and I will not. It’s why I still hang around here. Y’all helped me so much and still do. Almost everyday I get some kind of help here. Oh, well after some deep breathing and grounding myself I have gone on about my day. Without that crutch I used to have to carry around with me. It’s good to breathe freely!
    12 points
  2. NOPE Gabriela's first time in the living room after being adopted from the shelter. She made the mistake of getting into Sofia's chair. NOPE, she won't do THAT again!
    11 points
  3. Thanks everyone! I appreciate the acknowledgement. I can hardly believe it!!!!!!!!!!!! There were so many failed starts. But, that old Covid threat -- in my mind, I was sure I'd die if I got it and I was still a smoker -- got me to quit and stay quit. And I finally did get Covid, a couple of months ago, and breezed through it. No lung issues. Because I am saving money by not buying cigarettes, I can afford a 2nd dog to keep dog #1 company while I am at work. Gabriela joined us two months ago from a Humane Society shelter. She is reportedly 8 years old, but I suspect she is a bit younger - 5 or 6. She is so playful and frisky. She loves her stuffed squirrel (not a real one!) So much more we can do when we aren't spending our money on poison. Thanks, all.
    11 points
  4. Now onto the second day. I'm sure , I can see Jesus right now. Lol.
    10 points
  5. G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required) And a pinch and a punch for the first of the month
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  6. G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)
    10 points
  7. You know the old saying "What a difference a day makes", well, for ex-smokers it's "what a difference several months makes", and it's so true! All of you helped me so much to get to this point, and I am so thankful and grateful. Only ex smokers know what a newly quit smoker is going through. Today I was in a shopping center and there was a woman outside of a store smoking a cigarette, I thought to myself wow, that used to be me. Anytime I could grab a smoke, I would be out there, always looking for a place to smoke, and when I couldn't find a place I started to panic. Did any of you feel that way and panic? Back when I smoked and my husband and I would go on vacation, I would always look for a hotel that had a balcony, because it would be easier to smoke than having to go down the elevator and out into the street. I do love balconies, but for different reasons now. Also, since most of my friends don't smoke, when I would see them, I would load up on the breath mints/gum and perfume because I wouldn't want them to tell me that I smelled from smoke and offend them. Although, I tried very hard not to. Did all of you go through this when you smoked? As I mentioned in my previous post, I do get the urge once in a while and I do miss it, but it only lasts a few seconds and it's gone. I am looking forward to the day where I get no urges and don't miss it at all!! Anyway, thanks again friends!!! Now, girls, let's go beat the guys in Chicks and Sticks!! LOL!!!
    10 points
  8. Thanks so much!! I can't believe it's been 9 months. The months are just flying by! Onward to number 10. I feel totally different now than when I first quit. It's definitely not as difficult now. I don't get very many urges anymore, but when I do they are just for a few seconds and then they are gone.
    10 points
  9. G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)
    10 points
  10. Big congrats to you today @Brioski!! Hope you enjoy this day & relish in the pride of accomplishment that you do rightly deserve
    10 points
  11. One year ago, you made a great decision, today you get to celebrate it! Congratulations!
    10 points
  12. NOPE sooooooo funny. I was looking for a NOPE image on a free picture site (Pixaby) For "Not One Puff Ever," here is a selection of "puffs" (probably a puff adder--also a lethal 'puff")
    9 points
  13. @Arnolder Hey. I'm the same today. I've had days where I feel great and doing things all day. Then days like today where I just feel like sleeping all day. Our bodies are just trying to readjust to life without inhaling chemicals. Just have to push through and keep telling yourself better days are coming!
    9 points
  14. G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)
    9 points
  15. That's right ^^! Post here as often as you can and bare your soul. Tell us how & what you're feeling. We've all been there and we've all experienced everything you'll go through. It really does help to know ... you're NOT alone! Distraction is key in the early days. Play the games here. Get to know others who'll you'll be able to relate to because we're all quitters. Quitting is a journey you need to take to learn how to live again without smokes. Be patient, stay committed! You need to ratchet up you're commitment to stay quit to stay ahead of your addiction's desire to smoke again. You can win if you stay the course!
    9 points
  16. Polly want a cigarette? Nope! Polly wants corn on the cob!!
    9 points
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  18. Quitting smoking is one of those things where posting a lot seems to help. Feel free to post your feelings, experiences here. Post often - several times a day, cry, rant, babble, spew existential philosophy, whatever. We get it as we’ve all been through it and done the same. Oh, and stomp on toothpaste and eat junk!
    9 points
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  20. @Arnolder Still going strong. Cravings are getting fewer and far between. Also, less intense for the most part. It's all about your mindset. Stay positive and push through. One minute, one hour, one day at a time until we get to weeks, months, and years. We got this!
    9 points
  21. So, this has begun ... Started the timer and hoping for the worse to happen soon but this time I'm determined not to fail...
    9 points
  22. G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)
    9 points
  23. Congratulations @Kate18, on your great quit! Its awesome watching you celebrate year after year smoke free given how hard it was for you when you first decided to quit. You should be super proud of yourself. Thank you for sticking around to support everyone
    9 points
  24. Congratulations @Brioski and welcome to the lido deck! You fought some bad cravings earlier in your quit while still supporting everyone else and for that you should feel proud Thank you for being so active here, I hope you stay for many years to come. Have a great day and celebrate!
    9 points
  25. G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)
    9 points
  26. G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)
    9 points
  27. G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)
    9 points
  28. Welcome to the Lido Deck B huge Congratulations So glad you found us , you are much loved member of our family , thx for the laughs . B treat yourself to something special , what you have achieved if flippin amazin xxx Cheers
    9 points
  29. Congratulations Bri, 1 year is absolutely AMAZING!!!! WOWIEEEE!!!! You are doing so great!!! Let's celebrate!!!!
    9 points
  30. Congrats @BrioskiWelcome to the Lido Deck. Give yourself a well deserved reward today.
    9 points
  31. Ok challenge ahead. Today was a good day. Can Not wake up to smoking tomorrow. Can not smoke tomorrow, or today for the remaining of the waking hours. Send NOPEs my way! And i can say to you all, or to You reading this: Not one puff ever. Not even one, friend.
    8 points
  32. And never fool yourself your only one puff away from 20 a day
    8 points
  33. G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)
    8 points
  34. Howdy @JustQuit83! Big congrats on making it to day three. Wo hoo you! I, too, quit using a combo of patches and lozenges at first. Every person is different, but I found them both to be helpful initially, while I was first getting my bearings on the withdrawal and disorientation of quitting. Lozenges were used on moderation, as my Red-Alert-terrible-craving-but “I’m NOT gonna smoke dammit!” tool. Once I had my feet under me and the panic of quitting eased up a bit, I tapered off all NRT. Stay strong, stay busy, and keep us updated… we’re cheering you on! People who stay active on the discussion board improve their odds of success, so let us know how each day goes. Freedom awaits!!
    8 points
  35. G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)
    8 points
  36. Hey! Been a very tough year. Mom has been in and out of the hospital and rehab. But guess who still on the Train? Me me Me! And that is pretty amazing considering everything. Hope everyone is well and I hope if you thinking of quitting you take courage in knowing many here have managed to do so and you can too! Read through this entire site and find info and courage and a good amount of humor too
    8 points
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