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Yes....I know for sure I can't booze either. That would take my entire mind off of the end game. Thanks Stewie!

That makes so much sense! Thank you both so much :wub:

Hi again, I have a question for you guys. I'm looking for some tips on how to avoid major cravings and caving during a large social event? It's my husbands birthday in a few weeks and like every year, we are having a large party with some of our best friends. I've been avoiding this scene like the plague for a while to prevent any type of bad inklings, but I know this is not a forever solution. We also are not big party people and non of our friends really smoke, but this is a special occasion and I'm already nervous about it. As the host, I cannot leave in the middle of the party, or go inside and read a book. Like I said, I know deep down I have to get used to this type of stuff as I cannot avoid for the rest of my life. How do you deal with staying quit and strong during situations like this? I have a feeling my nasty mind will want a cigarette because they always tasted good when I was excited or anxious. Any help to prepare me would be amazing. Thank you in advance! J

You can do this with or without patches good sir :) The patches helped me at first but I then realized I have just as much strength without them. Keep up the great work!!!!

Hi Pedro..you can do this! :) Welcome to the Quit Train...it's a life savor!

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Nice work! I love your daily mantras...keep em coming :)

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Exactly! I also might have splurged too much on lotions and candles...its ridiculous but being able to fully smell it and take in the awesome scent...pretty darn awesome and worth it in my book :)

oh man..my absolute favorite is Victoria's Secret Noir Tease...the smell...just the best!!!!

Awesome mantra!!!! You've already begun the beginning of the rest of your life! :)

Evelyn ~ You can do it!!!!!! :)

Awesome! Way to go and how proud you should be!!! :)

I have a thing for this one clothing store in particular....I seem to be spending some of my saved money on new clothes....but, 1) they won't smell like cigarettes and 2) i deserve it and 3) my husband won't notice anyways LOL

Hi there Doreen, Thanks for asking! Doing well this week. I am almost a full month....I can't believe it and feel better than I've ever felt. Last week was tough, but making it through proved to show me how much strength I have. At this time, I just stick really close to this site and read all the advice and kind words you all share with others. This seems to help me out a lot. I'm also still exercising and I truly think that is helping as well. Gives me something to do and helps motivate me to stay smoke free so I can actually inhale without wanting to die. PS. I've read about 10 books this month. It is nice to have something to do at night, in the morning or during commercials on tv. I will keep you all updated :)

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Thank you all! I made it through last week and this week seems to be off to a much better start. I too found that I am thankful every second I don't have to stand in the freezing cold to have a smoke. I went to eat with my husband last night and stepped over a huge pile of cigarettes laying in the parking lot and instantly thought, "I'm so proud that's not me anymore." Thanks for getting me through my difficult week. Keep on keeping on :)

AWESOME!!!! :)

Man, thank you guys! Just what I needed to hear. I've also heard about the evil threes...didn't even realize this is week three...oye! One day at a time! I was just do damn peppy and happy when I first quit LOL.....I think the true test is getting through the tough days. You guys are the best ! :wub:

Hi there :) So, it's been 24 days and some hours since my last smoke. The last three days have been really hard. I've made it through, but something inside my head changed, where my passion and new found energy disappeared to stay quit. I have thought a few times now "what would one hurt," knowing full well that it would hurt A LOT. I'm looking to you for support today, just to help me get through the cravings and bad moods. I go in spurts. Right now, I'm fine, but I've been getting crabby and short tempered and forgetting the reasons I quit in the first place. I have absolutely NO intention of smoking or going to buy a pack, but I could sure use a pat on the back from you all (because I'm a big ol baby today). Please help to remind me of all the amazing things about being a non-smoker and the backlash of failing. Thank you so much and I wish you all a wonderful weekend!! J

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Nik - 8 days is great! :) You can keep on keeping on! :)

Hi Willy! You still with us? How's your quit going?

Keep hiking! :) I think I'd rather do just about anything than hike 140 miles (such as eating a pizza, pile driving tacos, etc) but I love the jist of your post and agree, its all about the first steps. Keep at it!