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We are here for you @overcome! Just stick close to us this week and don’t forget about our SOS forum!

Welcome O to the first day of being a wonderful Non Smoker ... Take in that lovely clean air ...Deep breaths .... Why not go take your first day NOPE....I found this a powerful tool to have ..it was a promise to my self . Just for this day ..I wouldn't smoke .. Buckle up...there will be some bends in the track ...

This addiction is crazy, I am working on finishing my last two cigarettes' tonight and head for bed. Only to be anxiously be waiting for tomorrow when I can start trying to flush out all the nicotine in my body as fast as I can, crazy! I have learned a lot here, thanks for you all's support.

G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)

Welcome aboard and stick close. Keep busy and realize there will be stressful times but believe in yourself that you can handle this. No special gifts here for those of us that have made it. Just tired of the addiction and realize it for what it is. I smoked for a long time also and after the first few weeks was surprised that it was not as difficult as I imagined. Believe in yourself that you can handle this because you can if you really want it. Stay close and reach out if need be. Best wishes.

Stick close in the beginning days @overcome, we got your back This addiction is crazy but you're well prepared for it. Drink lots of water or juice to help flush it out. The nicotine takes about three days to leave your body

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G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required)

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Congratulations on the 6 year quit Jillar and thanks for all you do. Best wishes.

Isn't it nice ...you are a Wonderful Non Smoker

Shouting NOPE.....Not One Puff Ever .... I Remember shouting this out loud ....I'm sure it was thousands of times a day ....

@Dianne, each day you're smoke free is one day closer to feeling better so hang in there

Yep, all addicts indeed. You are so inspiring. Yeah let's have fun.

We are all addicts Sweetie ... We all want you to get to Freedom ....with a few bumps ,and fun along the way ....

NOPE thread, posting and reading here. Eating yummy healthy foods, savoring every bite. Lots of water, not skimping on rest. Exercise. Knowing that there is so much love, non judgement, and support here on the Quit Train, makes all the difference.

We have fun things here too,it keeps you busy... Play games ...laugh at the dogs and cats ... Quitting doesn't have to be all doom and gloom ,I think time passes faster when it's fun.. Don't forget our daily NOPE thread ...this is a great tool ..

These are all the tools I have been using to distract me so far - making tea, reading reading and more reading, I've rewatched Parks and Recreation as it's such a comforting thing, plus it's good to laugh hysterically and feel my lungs opening up! If I feel a craving hit I breathe in for a count of six, hold it and breathe out slowly. If that doesn't help and I'm at home I head for the shower and try to reset myself. At work I get up and walk around and shake myself off. I've also had several good cries, I doubt that's over yet.

Woohoo, six years quit today!!! I couldn't have done it without all the support I received, especially my first year quit. I've been fortunate to be able to be here to pay it forward and have made great friendships with people all over the world and for that I feel so grateful

Thank you to everyone for all the information on this site, I have been reading/learning since early this am. Preparing to quit Monday the 4th, taken the week off work to work through what I see as the toughest part (withdrawal's). I have quit various times in the past but never made it for more than a couple years, so am still hooked after 35years. My Son gave me some words of encouragement when talking about quitting with him last week, he text me "yep, think of all the stuff you've overcome ... quitting smoking wont seem as bad after" so that is my user name (overcome). Ordered Allen Carr's book so will read that tomorrow. Again thanks to all for the info and support.

Nixter Quit Date: 6/7/15 Posted June 27, 2015 So basically what I'm figuring out is that cigarettes and nicotine are big fat liars. For all those years they kept me at their beck and call by making me afraid. I was afraid to quit because I thought I wouldn't be able to have fun without a cig. LIE. I was afraid to quit because I thought it would be too hard. LIE. I was afraid to quit because I thought every day would be like day 1. LIE. I was afraid to quit because I wouldn't be "me" without my smokes. LIE!! I am telling you, I feel more joy at social situations than I ever have!! Why? Because I can concentrate on having fun instead of worrying when I can sneak outside for a cigarette. I physically feel soooo much better already. And I'm also really proud of myself. But I have to be honest and say I'm a little pissed that I was duped for so long. Anyway, I'm so happy to be a non smoker. Thanks for being here for me! Link to original post: https://www.quittrain.com/topic/5558-lies/

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Day 4 done. Half way there ... ONLY half way??? You know how many food places there are on streets and my over sensitive nose is smelling all the aromas from those places. Would love to have a big fat juicy burger and a shawarma ... followed by an ice cream. Maybe washed down with a cold beer. Have had thoughts of cheating ... 4 days is good, it's ok to eat a bit now. After that I can do another 4 days and still meet my goal of 8 days. Taking electrolytes so no cramps so far. Slight headache today - not too bad just a dull ache.

Oh wow, Congratulations on 6 years Jill!

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Apart from reading this board, another thing that really helped me get through the first few weeks was to stay busy. Lots of physical activity. Tasks to keep my hands occupied. Mindless stuff listed out in advance (because the brainfog really clobbered me). Just constant motion. Not only did that help me power through the cravings, it helped me manage the cauldron of feelings that surfaced, as well. (“Dunno what to do with that emotion… oh well I guess I’ll just wash the car windows.”) Glad you have nicotine lozenges in your quit kit. I found the fruit minis to be very helpful in a pinch. I, too, lost a multi-year quit once. Thought I could be a casual/occasional smoker. But that was a delusion… within a month of my “just for tonight” choice I was back to more than a pack a day, with nicotine controlling me. It took me decades to quit again. This QuitTrain group is a big part of my quitting commitment this time… it’s helpful to have such a wonderful group of supportive people and accountability buddies who understand what quitting is like. Good luck with your count-down today!

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Day 3...using lines on myself all 2 hours of the morning I have been awake......isn't it nice I can have my coffee with out a cigarette ...isn't it nice I can wake and not go outside for a cigarette....isn't it nice I do not need a cigarette after breakfast.....isn't it nice I can brush my teeth and not go out and have a cigarette right after brushing them.....I think it going to be a isn't it nice day and a stay close to here day

Welcome aboard Lin ... Glad you found us ....you will have all the support you need right here ..

Welcome aboard @Lin and congratulations on choosing to take back your freedom. You'll find all the support you could need or want here as well as a huge library of posts and videos about our addiction. If you get a chance maybe you could introduce yourself to everyone in our introduction forum. We're glad you're here

When I read Take Smoking Off The Table No Matter What !!! It sank into my addict brain ... I repeated this .....alot ..... We all have to find what works best ...Way to go Deb's ...

I figured I'd add what's worked for me so far, on day 5 nicotine free. I repeatedly tell myself I'm a non smoker, over and over throughout the day, remind myself how each inhale of smoke really feels because it is not pleasant. Lots of water and diet root beer (before today was diet Pepsi, trying to reduce caffeine). String cheese!!! Coloring pages, adult level, to keep my hands busy. Cinnamon toothpicks!! They are my favorite in the car, roll down the windows and chew. Daily commitment to NOPE. The people on this train are amazing!! Thank you all!!

Might be a good idea to put the whiskey away form a little while lol.... I've seen many a good quit lost when alcohol is around ...!!!

Two days is absolutely amazing! I hadn't gone even one full day without smoking for almost 2 decades before I quit, so I know well how every hour and day smoke free feels like (and is) a major accomplishment early on. And good for you for not using stress as a reason to cave. You're an all-star, HeatherD!

@HeatherDianne you are awesome!!! Well done!!

This is thread was perfect for me today. I have 2 days !! It has been years since I have gone even a day without smoking - so I am celebrating. I had some very stressful news yesterday and believe me I thought "oh no.- not now " And then realized If I want this quit TRULY - no amount of stress is going to make me light up. Hard to accept that but necessary. And here I am dealing with it - SMOKE FREE and let's face it, I am not trying to get out of work to have a smoke or avoid it - I am taking it head on and smoke free. This is NOT EASY in anyway - but it is possible.