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Driving in my car was a tough spot for me on my quit journey. I didn't smoke in my house, but I did smoke in my car so I immediately lit up when I got in the car. I started off with Blow Pops (which worked great), but, I was diagnosed with diabetes 8 months into my quit, so I had to come up with another plan. I love to sing in the car and I remembered that singing while smoking burnt the crap out of my throat so I burned a CD with 3 songs on it - 1. American Pie 2. Stairway To Heaven 3. Bohemian Rhapsody. So I would sing. Honestly, American Pie was normally all it took to get me past any massive craves, but there were the rare occasions I needed to sing longer so I was prepared. **I'm an old lady so these songs may not be relevant to some (any long songs will do)** Having a plan for different situations is very helpful. For newbies and those still struggling - You can do it - You will find strength you never knew you had, so dig deep - stay committed - Smoking Is Not An Option No Matter What Everyone here understands. Reach out. Talk about how you are doing - even on those bad days. Especially on those bad days! How are you doing? What are some of your plans that are working for you? KTQ

Thank you DenaliBlues. Love seeing your quit grow, nearly time for you big celebration

LOL @beazel, love the image of your rocking out to Bohemian Rhapsody. (Bizmillah No!!) Driving wasn’t my trigger, but sitting out on my back porch was, still is. One thing I did to break the association was to sniff my butt jar - a nasty old mustard jar that I used to cram full of cigarette ends. It smelled totally foul, even to a smoker’s nose. Anyway, I kept it for about 6 mos and when I would get a strong craving I’d crack it open and take a whiff. Super gross, DIY aversion therapy. But now I’m thinking that serenading the squirrels might be the next thing to try.

Congratulations, @catlover!! Happy anniversary, and thanks so much for sharing encouragement!

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Congratulations on five years quit @catlover, I hope you have a great day and thank you for sticking around and giving your support to everyone

Big congrats @reciprocity miss you around here!

Congratulations Catlover on your awesome 5 year quit and thanks for sticking around to help others. Awesome job!

Love this post Beazel I too Quit to music ..i would play my old i pod full blast and da ce sll over the house singing at the top of my voice..Queen are my fav. Thanks for the memory xx .

Thank you so much Jillar My oh my… these last few years have gone so quick, I remember being at 2 years, then 4, now starting my 6th year, it’s unreal! So greatful to everyone here on the train, from the daily NOPE to reading everyone’s stories, which keep me strong. I love seeing everyone’s quit coming on well. To all the Newbies, you Can do this, if you really really want it, Life is better without the cigs honestly. let’s keep this going

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Congrats, and happy six to you!

congrats on 6 years quit, hope your celebrating.

Congratulations on your 6 year quit @reciprocity!

Congratulations on 6 years quit, Reciprocity!! That's a lot of dough saved!! Woohoo!!

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you are doing just fine @Kerry it's so good to see you succeeding in your quit.

Thank you everyone It's lovely to have all the support and encouragement luckily have a few days off work and have now finished my 4mg gum so onto the 2mg fingers crossed I can drop down and not be to unbearable to live with .

Congratulations Mr Piggy. You have been smoke free 6 years today ...Reward yourself well.... Hope it's not too long before you fly in and tell us how you are doing Your very missed around here

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Hey @Kerry Nice to meet you! Im a fellow NRT user, but I use the patches! I have used the gum in previous quits, its funny how you get used to the awful taste haha! I couldnt be without the patches yet, they really help. Great work so far and see you around. Do you do the daily nope pledge? I find that very useful here, it just sets me up for the day, it means Not One Puff Ever.

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Congratulations my friend, really awesome quit.

Congratulations on 6 years smoke free, @reciprocity I hope you do something to celebrate and that you drop by QT soon. You are missed.

Happy six years quit @reciprocity, we sure miss you around here! I hope you celebrate today

Congratulations, @reciprocity! 6 years is a mighty good excuse for a happy dance. We miss you and we love you!

congrats reciprocity. awesome quit

Reciprocity, Hurray for your life of freedom.