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G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)4 points
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Thanks all for the support. I was surprised when I found the cigarettes in the glove box as I did not smoke in my vehicle. Just occurred to me that another time wasting activity is gone. Pulling over to smoke. At any rate, looking forward to getting another day under my belt. The most important thing for me is always remember I cannot have just one, it don’t work that way for me. Most likely don’t work that way for most people I guess. Raining here, and that’s a good thing, we need it. So today, football and a few beers and hang out. Cheers4 points
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I have spent this weekend going through boxes of paperwork going back to 2005! Since it is 32 degrees here now , instead of shredding it, going to throw it all into my outdoor firepit later today and watch it burn....while having a glass of pinot noir and maybe toast some marshmallows, too!4 points
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I have the cutest ,sweetest,boxer dog named Lily. She is probably the only thing that is keeping half sane lol. She is good company but she doesn't talk to much. Lol thanks for all your help!!!3 points
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"If you can't sing, clap your hands. If you can't clap your hands, there's no hope."3 points
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Thinking about it is my deal too.....although it passes. Some days are worse than others. For me, Once I get past the morning, I will be good. I smoked way more in the morning than the rest of the day. I guess it’s not surprising that the further I get into the day, the less I think about smoking now. I just tell myself, fine I can think about it, just not going to do it!3 points
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Hang in there Judi, they found 3 nodules on my lung last ,been rechecked and its been a hear. But it is scary. That is right it is damm hard to quit by we can do this3 points
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Your right ... There is no such thing as ..Just One ....we are addicts .... It's great you recognise this ...alot of folks don't !!!!...... Your doing great ....and I love you are positive ...3 points
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I will be heading into work until 5:00pm. Then it's home to watch the Bills vs Chiefs game.3 points
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Watching The Tortured and drinking a beer while pondering the events of the day.....3 points
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Have you thought about fostering a pound pet so you won't be alone? They're a great comfort especially right now with the pandemic....2 points
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The problem with quitting is that its a passive process. The only thing we do, is, refrain. Its not an activity so much as a decision. When we first start this journey of abstinence, our brain and body ask us to smoke, to receive, the nicotine we've come to expect. So the decision not to smoke has to be made again and again. Maybe a hundred or more times a day during the first weeks. That's why it so important to stay engaged in activities, preferably social activities with non-smokers. If your doing something that occupies your attention, the frequency in which you have to reinforce your decision not to smoke, is also reduced. Avoid boredom and idleness. The moments you have to yourself are the moments you have to deal with yourself. After a few days of successful abstinence we start to acquire the tools that reinforce our decision. We realize that it CAN be done. That we ARE starting to feel a bit better. That we don't want to throw away the progress we've made. Stay clean long enough and we discover that abstinence and denial are not the punishment we have been enduring but the reward we sought. Stay strong.2 points
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Linda, I am just shy of two weeks, so I like you are a rookie at this. With everything in pretty much lockdown don’t help. Not smoking and stuck at home can make one feel like you are in jail or something. I really don’t have cravings, I just think about it. If I have to, I will find something to do to occupy my mind. Or come on here....anything. Now I am to the point I would be really pissed at myself if I cave. I just don’t give myself any opportunity to smoke.....I guess I just wanted to say I am right there with ya...it ain’t easy....2 points
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We were on autopilot when we smoked. Combine physical addiction, mental conditioning, and a series of rituals that we set up around getting our fix and you've got yourself something that really consumes your life. We were on autopilot when we smoked. Didn't really think about, we just smoked because that's what smokers do. Quitting smoking temporarily yanked us right out of our comfort zone. The thing about comfort zones is, they can turn into ruts.2 points
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That's addiction @Linda and it happens to all of us. I literally thought about cigarettes 24/7 for easily the first month or two. I can still remember the first day I woke up and smoking wasn't on my mind, I even sang in the shower lol. So just trust us when we say its going to get better because its going to get so much better2 points
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Having a pajama day....with the hood up... It's snowing and cold ....roll on summer ...2 points
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Hi, still doing ok. Not much to report other than I have not smoked! YAY! I did find a opened pack of cigarettes in my glove box this morning. Did not think twice about tossing them. Anyway, hope all is good with everyone doing this quit smoking thing also. Cheers.2 points
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G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)2 points
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That's a good job tossing those smokes. You're slowly realizing that your quit comes first. Good for you.2 points
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Hey guys, just a heads up that I'd like to start cleaning up and adding to our calendar. Yes, I'm that bored and need something to do Anyway, I'd like to start adding everyone's quit date to the calendar so if you're NOT ok with that let me know. Oh, BETTER YET, I'll make a poll1 point
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Llinda, I am a crafter. Crafting has gotten me through many difficult times in my life. There are so many groups on the computer and women anxious to teach you. Like this forum, I have made friends all over the world. Maybe you have some craft you would like to share with others. Yes this pandemic sucks. I am finding it very difficult, especially since the weather has gotten cold and we are spending more times indoors. Keep telling yourself that this too shall pass.1 point
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Thank you all for the encouragement and kind words I am feeling a little better1 point
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Linda, you can rant, scream or even cry but don't smoke. I became addicted to this forum when I was quitting. I complained plenty and there was always someone who jumped in and helped me get through. We are here for you too. I promise it will become easier.1 point
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I have get dressed days and today isn't one of them because it's cold here too!1 point
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Listen up Newbies ....Mee(Linda).....is a fabulous example of how much strength and confidence you Get when you quit ....she was reborn ....and we are all so proud of her .... Stick with it ....the magic happens ....1 point
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Mee too Jill. I was letting my hair grow to see how long I could get it but finally got sick of it and cut about 7 inches off. Who needs the salon?1 point
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Sitting here wondering when I will get to see my Hairdresser again ....I need a cut ... My hair grows faster than a Privet Hedge !!!1 point
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Hi Judi. Welcome, I just noticed you have joined. Put all the negatives away because you can do this. The more you power through your craves, the stronger you will get. Stay close and make us your new obsession. There is lots of support and friendship here! You can do this.1 point
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I've finished up my international cultural enrichment program for the day. We're doing some work on a job with a group of contractors from Sweden. I was driving to the job site when one of the Swedes excitedly asked: "Is that the Waffle House?" "It's a Waffle House", I replied. Over lunch the subject of guns came up. They want me to take them to the range to shoot this weekend. Greasy food and guns...Welcome to America gentlemen.1 point
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Welcome, Deb, and good luck! I’m new too. I’m on Day 15 after 62 years a smoker. Oh Dear, Isn’t going to be easy.1 point
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