Reciprocity

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I have read about this  issue since early on in my quit and it seems to be the number 1 issue threatening not only new quits but well established quits as well.

OK, you've been quit now for months or even years so what's the harm .... just one for old times sake! You can abstain easily right after that one! Oh, the posts I have read of people years into their quit who thew it all away by seducing themselves to have "just one"! Then after that, the agony and disappointment in realizing the truth of what they have lost. Complete devastation!  Back to square one!! What a shame. NEVER listen to that voice - not matter what.

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Hi Sparkzzz! Welcome to the train Lots of your companions from QSMB here now and likely more will come unless they sort out the issues there. In the meantime, pull up a chair and relax. You are in good company here

NOPE!

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Oh yeah - new rule .... Mods not allowed playing THIS game  (Doreen, Jenny??)

We each need to find our own way. The way that works for us. The main thing is that you find YOUR way!

5 minutes ago, despair not said:

Hi

 

Glad you caught the train ok

 

I see your in 1st class I think ill move seat from the 3rd class if no one notices.,

DN - get your butt over here to 1st class right away. Nothing but the very best for our family

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Yes, having a "quit buddy" can be a big plus. You will both be experiencing similar things at the same time

Yes, what M5 said ...... keep well hydrated, get lots of sleep because the early days can be exhausting and the deep breathing really helps with the anxiety you may experience in the early days. Anything but smoking!! Also, be sure to get rid of any smoking materials you may have around. If there are no smokes handy, you can't cave in during a particularly strong craving to smoke.  You have made the commitment so now .......... you are a Non-Smoker! Smoking is off the table for you now

^^^ A double post is ALWAYS better than no post at all !!!

11 minutes ago, catlover said:

I will get my party hat ready

I'll see if I can dig up an appropriate Cat/Party Hat image, just for you

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we need more men over here ....................

I had a bunch but everyone is different so you may or may not have the same ones. I found the "brain-fog" the most difficult to deal with because I just couldn't focus on much for the first while. The anxiety of the early quit was tough - just had to keep distracted and power through it. Actually, coming here almost 24-7 was what really helped me keep myself occupied. The beauty about all these quit symptoms is ... they don't last forever. The benefits of quitting WILL last forever and, they just keep adding up the longer you stay smoke free

Oh yeah .... we GET IT! That's for sure

Welcome to Quit Train KT!!

The first days are difficult Kris but you CAN get through them. I too quit cold turkey, first attempt, just over a year ago and I am still quit and barely even think about smoking anymore. The nicotine will be out of your system in roughly 3 days but it's the retraining your brain to function properly without the smoking ritual that takes a long time. Please read all you can here on the board. There's a ton of information and videos to help educate you about this addiction.

Personal commitment, education and pledging daily in the Daily NOPE page are all key in keeping you on track. Stick close to the board for the next while. Take things just 1 hour, 1 day at a time. Don't look to far ahead. You are just quitting for today

Welcome LQ! Glad to have you aboard. Take a seat here in 1st class and join in the discussions, the daily NOPE pledge and even play some games to keep yourself distracted. I think I almost lived on this form for the first while. I too quit cold turkey basically on a whim just over a year ago so YES it is possible. Personal commitment, educating yourself about this awful addiction and the support from others who "get it" will all be important tools in your quit journey.

^^^ Welcome LizQuit! Come join in the conversations and read all you can here about this horrible addiction we all share. Lots of info. in the "green pinned" threads at the top of the Quit Smoking Discussion Page

Hi Jane & welcome (officially) Make yourself at home, now that you're here. We are a smaller group than what you are used to but we're generally speaking a fun group and in the end we are here to help everyone wanting to put this awful addiction behind them and we love to share everyone's victories and milestones right along with them

28 minutes ago, catlover said:

My Quit date is Feb 1st 2018, nearly 4 weeks quit now

You're on my list March 1st isn't far away now!

Great job GITW!! 4 months is most impressive and getting to the point where you are probably feeling pretty good about your quit

Be sure to treat yourself with something special before getting back to work