Sazerac

MQutter is a true hero and by creating this site has saved countless lives (mine, too). Many thanks to him and to Rixcz for his updates and maintenance. The structure of the site is really attractive and accessible, v. cool. More love and appreciation to Jenny, Babs, Nicole Diver, and our Doreen for all their work keeping this place so clean and clear. I have every confidence the QTrain will not disappear but, I also have email contact with some people (which I should update) just in case of a disaster.

Wrenching my brain back from addiction was my biggest challenge. I know I am not alone in this. When I started to purposefully replace smokey thoughts with thoughts of beauty, my healing accelerated. I would physically look, listen, touch or taste something of beauty to give my brain an alternative that also provided endorphins and triggered my reward response. I still use this technique if troubled in any way and it helps me stop the tape loop in my head.

I taught my daughter the proper names for everything too, Jo. Perhaps, I started too young. For some reason she thought penis and vagina were two people that lived in your nose. (she admitted this to me quite a few years ago as an adult), my, how we laughed.

Give it up, Reci ! How come you like to say 'weenie' out LOUD ? For the record, I said, "in-beTWEENs", the word 'weenie' wasn't involved until you said, bet-WEENIE out loud.

You know it's funny, even pictures of smoke are repugnant to me and they are still so charged. It signals a warning to my brain...be careful, look about, don't smoke.

Congratulations, IGT(T) on your FIVE months of Freedom.

YES, @notsmokinjo Yes, Jo, there is a new giant puff (not unlike a vape puff or a steam engine)

After 40 something years, I quit cold turkey Five Years ago, On A Whim I lurked here and there for 10 months after quitting, educating myself on my Nicotine Addiction. I watched Joel's videos and all the Smoking/Tobacco Documentaries I committed to NOPE, NOPE~ Never/Ever/Forever Dig these, First Week, Nicotine Free Sometimes a crave is just your body signalling another message Riffing On H.A.L.T. When are you going to quit ?

Hey ! Thanks for checking in !!! Congratulations on your FIVE months of Freedom. Remember, your quit is still young. You are still building a sturdy one. Don't be discouraged that you still have smokey thoughts, these will fade, directly. Protect your quit, nurture yourself, continue to reward yourself. You are still healing. Stay aware of Red Flags. and go forth with a great joy and confidence in your brilliant accomplishment ! YOU QUIT SMOKING ! Awesome.

Congratulations, Beazel on your TWO years of Freedom. I was sorry you lost your QSMB home but, SO glad you found your way here (and with all your cohorts) ! Please, don't forget to reward yourself. Rewards will always matter and I look forward to you sneaking in and playing Haiku.

How about 'Seasoned Quitters' lounging about on the Lido Deck or time traveling in the QTardis ? or The Magnificent Nicotine Free Elders. You can be a betweenie, @reciprocity lol, or, did you just want to say 'weenie' out loud ?

Hello and welcome, kallisonmk. It doesn't matter what type of personality you have, everyone can have a successful quit by committing to NOPE, Not One Puff Ever. We are all nicotine addicts and all of know how important nicotine education is so, learn all you can about your addiction and commit to yourself, your quit and to NOPE. You can quit. We will support you all the way. You may find this thread helpful 10 + Ways to Effectively Use This Forum To Help You Quit Smoking.

It was great seeing all the members come out to help Julie with her SOS. The newbies were right on point, the 'betweens' were as well and it was wonderful to see the Olde Phartes show up. What a great community.

Every day, every crave you conquer brings all the power back to you. Soon, you won't be 'faking' it, it will become second nature. Stay aware and protect your quit. You are doing GREAT. Thanks for checking in, Diz.

Spend your time wisely. Educate yourself again about nicotine addiction. Read and watch the scary films until your eyes bleed. Make lists, why you smoke, why you want to quit. Prepare. Dig in some supplies. Juices and fruit to keep your blood sugar happy. Gum or lozenges or cinnamon sticks to keep your mouth occupied. Really good foods to assist your endorphins. Think about what rewards will make a difference in your brain and reward yourself for every crave beaten. Start practicing deep and conscious breathing. You can have fun on your journey.

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How are you doing Diz ?

I think between us, @Doreensfree and Sazerac have well over 80 years of smoking. gah. and your 28 are SUPER important and explosive in the pyre, Lilly. So glad you quit again. A low estimate of 20 smokes a day x approx 1972 days. 39,440

Hey, Abby. Sorry you are on tenterhooks waiting for the Doctor, stressful Birthday ! Keep calling her back and often ! so, you don't get lost between the cracks. Remember to Breathe and do something to reward yourself today. Make it something extra soothing. Maybe an hours long bath with a martini in hand or, cocoa ?

Your self-preservation skills kicked in big time. I am so glad. Make a plan, you do not have to live in crazy town. Take care of yourself, YOU ! We all care about you. @Doreensfree !!!! Where y'at ? Don't make Doreen come after you with her fryin' pan !

You do not need to add to your stress by feeding addiction every 20 minutes. Stay focused. Stay clean. You are smart to come here.

You must take extra good and careful care of yourself. Reward yourself, your endorphins are way, way too low. Chocolate ? Deep, deep clean clear breaths ?