MarylandQuitter

I thought Negan was going to be played by some other guy. Was that really Negan who they killed?

Okay, you smoked. You've perched yourself on the branch of dissatisfaction long enough so get back to the business of quitting, NOW. Not tomorrow, not Monday, not next month and certainly not when you "think" you're ready. Don't Let A Slip Put You Back To Using Video stresses the importance of drawing a clear line in the sand regarding the issue of whether or not to take a puff. Another alternate title for for this video could have been "should I reset my quit meter?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0cfxzB804S4&index=3&list=PL4F05C03D0F9B86DB The Lucky Ones Get Hooked Video discusses how not all people who take a cigarette after quitting instantly get hooked--only the lucky ones do. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8XvSiHmlQ8&index=2&list=PL4F05C03D0F9B86DB If I Relapse I'll Smoke Until It Kills Me Video discusses how people better take heed if they ever find themselves thinking or saying the phrase "If I relapse I'll smoke until it kills me" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCRLo94FrLI&list=PL4F05C03D0F9B86DB&index=5 Who Wants To Go Back To Smoking? Video discusses how former smokers at times think they want to go back to smoking, but if they really remind themselves of the package deal that goes along with being a smoker, it will be easy for them to stick to their quit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DG9qGjf2hd8

Welcome aboard, Glenn! Let's make this quit your last - the one that counts. Stick with us don't give another damn inch to this deadly addiction! :)

When junkie thinking shows up, remember these words from Sarge after our Beth passed away. "GreenLover - you made it. All the way to the end as a non-smoker. A true Lifer."--Sarge She died a non-smoker. I knew that there was no way that I wanted to die a smoker. That there was no way I wanted my daughter to find me in the garage, dead with a cigarette in my hand. That very well could have been my reality. I didn't want that for me or her. When I go, I'll follow the way of Beth and go out as a non-smoker. End of story. :) http://whyquit.com/joel/Joel_01_01_junkie.html

Welcome aboard, Chris! Glad you found our little corner of cyberspace helpful. Keep reading, posting and ever-vigilant to not puff on a cigarette. Yes, the return on investment with smoking is horrible! Here's a video I hope you find helpful. There is a huge catalog of Joel's video's as well as some very good documentaries. Why Did I Ever Start Smoking? Video discussing how the reasons a person first starts smoking usually has little bearing on why they are smoking today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Erv9SbC876k

Happy Mother's Day, Doreen!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lzqRVuRqN0

Great idea to see a doctor, Karen. Now that I'm getting older, I see the doctor regularly for check-ups and bloodwork. When something doesn't feel right, I make an appointment. Early detection is always key and when it turns out to be nothing, our minds aren't consumed with what could be. Great job on your one month!!! :)

A very, very good video for everybody. Please take a few minutes to watch. :) https://www.quittrain.com/topic/4754-videos-addressing-relapse-prevention/?p=171920

Every day is a major milestone! http://www.quittrain.com/topic/4754-videos-addressing-relapse-prevention/?p=171919

It's a double edged sword because it's what we signed up for when we made the choice to smoke and consequently became nicotine addicts. At first you think about it all the time but as time goes on, as it always does, your new normal will be not smoking. However, you'll still be a nicotine addict. Me? I never want to forget that I was a smoker because I fear the day I become complacent is the day I smoke again. You have to remember that our lives revolved around smoking - our smoking did not revolve around our lives. It's going to take some time but as with most things, time heals what has hurt us and smoking is no different. I know exactly what you mean and also know that smoking and not smoking will not always be foremost on your mind. :)

Nope! Not gonna happen!

Happy Birthday!!!!!

Oh! Is that the Whitey Bulger movie? I saw the documentary and saw somewhere they were making a movie or something about him.

Prostitution is legal so you think they care about smoking in a brothel? lol :)

Welcome aboard!

This. Always and forever. :)

Why users of electronic cigarettes may be having a harder time emotionally with their quits over the longer-term. http://www.quittrain.com/topic/4753-videos-addressing-issues-early-in-your-quit/?p=171247

Welcome Angry! The best decision you made is to quit and then joining this support group. We all come from different backgrounds and no two quit are identical so you've stumbled upon us for a reason and that reason is so you learn how to stay quit for good and never, ever take another puff. Here are a few links to get you started on your new journey of freedom. Video Introduction To Joel & Misc. Educational Videos by Joel Do You Have Any Idea What You're Smoking? A List Of Chemicals

This is why we keep our beautiful quit meters simple and to the point. Did I mention because they're beautiful? :) Limitations With Quit Meters Video discusses the benefits and limitations of using quit meters to evaluate the value of your quit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmPdCyK8_gE&feature=youtu.be

Limitations With Quit Meters Video discusses the benefits and limitations of using quit meters to evaluate the value of your quit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmPdCyK8_gE&feature=youtu.be Related videos: -Every quit is different -Amount smoked -Quitting smoking can make you calmer, happier and healthier Other quit meter issues: -NRT and quit meters (Freedom String) http://ffn.yuku.com/topic/12065 -"Should I reset my quit meter?" Video

NOPE!!!

Congrats, Aine!! You've been here since the beginning and THANK YOU for putting up with the growing pains. :) All of my best to you and CS.