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Positively NOPE !!!!!

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Nope not today!

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Nope. Smoking is not an option.

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Ok. Is this better?

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G’day My thoughts on smoking NOPE As simple as that!

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Well, day 4 now and still going good. I had to chuckle last night after posting about the banner. After posting I thought, "Time for a cig now." That wasn't a craving, it was just a habit thing after spending some time on the laptop. The habit side of this is very powerful, like all addictions I suppose.

NOPE - I don't smoke anymore.

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Just look at how much I've saved already in my ticker - £13.86. That must be a brand new World currency created just for me. I'm honoured. It looks like a fortune don't you think?

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This was a great inspirational post back when you wrote it ....and reading it again today buddy .... It's still a great inspirational post now .... I have had the best time ...watching you grow day by day ....and your such a massive support to all that ride the train ... Whatever direction your life takes you in the future ...I wish you every success and happiness... And hope to still be hanging around in it somewhere ....

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There's an issue using the pounds money symbol. It adds those wacky symbols in front of the money amount for some reason. For now, you could just redo the ticker in your signature (delete the one you have now and redo it) and use the $ or the Euro symbol instead. Those two work and you'll know it's pounds you are saving. I see Doreen's ticker shows $ and she's in England.

Huge congratulations, mightyboosh, on blowing through the first three days, and if you're already chuckling about smoking thoughts you're way ahead of the game. So glad it just "clicked" for you and you knew it was time -- that knowledge and determination will carry you through. Keep up the great work and good humor!

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Wow, they look amazing. What was the event? Anyway, I am a pie expert of world renown and they look the business. When I say of world renown I mean I should be recognised as such but everyone just laughs when I claim that. What's wrong with everyone with their mocking tone?

I've just walked around the park, a couple of miles, and stopped four times to allow my leg to calm down. It took about 45 minutes so I'll do that as often as I can and compare times. I know that just 5 days ago, before I quit, it would have taken much longer and have been more painful. It's quite useful this strange oxygen stuff.

I was ruminating earlier today, at least that's what I call it when take a brief break to just stare off into space for a little bit. Got to thinking how eventful the last three years have been. Things have been happening fast and the next year is looking to hold some big changes personally and professionally. Not coincidentally, three years ago is when I decided to quit smoking. There were a few factors at play when I decided to start making some major changes in my life. However, quitting smoking was the catalyst for change that set off a chain of events that transformed every facet of my life. Anyhow...I was going to write a post about how the process of quitting can set off a ripple effect in your life. Then I remembered that I already wrote a post like that.

I will always remember you all as part of my support group to stop the cigarettes . I wouldn't have made it without you. Didn't even think i could do it ,but coming up here everyday doing the daily nope and collaborating with people that had the same goals as me pulled me through. It will be 2 years December 12th. I am a firm believer that groups like these really work if It worked for me. I thank everyone from the bottom of my heart

I haven,t heard this ...but it's good to keep a check on your blood pressure as your quit grows ... Quitting helps your body in so many ways .... Love your ticker ...

Quitting smoking should lower your blood pressure some. Have yourself checked once you've been off the smokes for a while. For some reason, I used small mint candies, little peppermint things that looked about the size of a headache tablet. Filled with sugar they were but they kept my mouth busy. I quit using those a few months in and haven't had one since. It was weird because I never really liked peppermint candies before.

Yes, it does Phil lol. And yes, the habit is much harder to overcome than the actual addiction in my opinion. There's just so many times over the course of so many years that it was 'time for cigarette'. That's why we have the one year commitment. It's a pledge to yourself that you will stay on the board for one full year minimum to get you past most of the triggers you'll face on a regular basis. I took it and many, many others have to. It's pinned to the top of the main forum if you want to check it out

Now, you start to confront all your triggers. Your brain's reward system has been gangstered by nicotine and you will resume control one nicotinic acetylcholine receptor at a time. How Nicotine Works (there are a bunch of good videos embedded in this thread) Your Brain Beating A Crave and The Significance of Rewards (it is very important to reward yourself for every crave conquered ! ) This quitting smoking business is a journey with unexpected rewards and delights. As you learn and understand about nicotine addiction, you will have the tools you need to succeed. Congratulations @mightyboosh, you quit smoking ! It is great to see your NOPE !

Today my neighbor and I started our 6: 30 AM walking ritual - we went 6 blocks (3 there and back) and was a good 20min walk for our 1st time. Came home and drank a protein shake to help me maintain the weight. So glad we started this. I might even add 1lb arm weights for tomorrows walk.

maybe switch to peppermints ? Here is what I found from The British Heart Foundation "Could eating liquorice affect my blood pressure? BHF dietitian Victoria Taylor says: Black liquorice is one of those ‘love it or hate it’ foods. It’s available as soft and hard sweets, and liquorice root is found in some herbal teas, including chai and spice infusions and so-called detox teas. Liquorice sweets that come dusted (or even crusted) in salt are obviously not the best choice for your heart, but it’s generally safe to eat a small amount of liquorice every now and then. However, large and even moderate amounts of black liquorice (57g or around 2oz) can have negative physical effects when eaten daily, especially if you are aged over 40 and have a history of cardiovascular disease or high blood pressure. Large amounts of liquorice can have negative effects when eaten daily The adverse effects are due to glycyrrhizin, a compound found in liquorice root that is between 30 and 50 times sweeter than sugar and can alter your body’s levels of potassium and sodium, which help regulate body fluid. Too much glycyrrhizin can therefore lead to problems such as raised blood pressure, fluid retention, muscle weakness and heart rhythm abnormalities(arrhythmia). The good news is that if liquorice has this effect on you, the changes are not normally permanent. Stop consuming liquorice and your levels of sodium, potassium and fluid should return to normal. However, if you have experienced any symptoms that may be triggered by liquorice, it’s important to let your doctor know, so he or she can make sure there is no other possible cause."

I've got a tin of small but very strong liquorice tablets called nippits. I used them the first time I gave up. The problem is that they say liquorice raises blood pressure and I'm already on medication for that. Anyone know more about this subject?

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