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These pics are hilarious!!! I have no idea where you find them lol!

4 Hi Nancy!! Happy New Year! ?

10 Nice not freezing my butt off outside! It’s frigid out there! Stay warm Chicks & Sticks.

OMG JB! What a tormenting thought! Don’t even think about this JB! It’s just not an option. I have to admit I have never thought about what it would be like to smoke again...my reasons to smoke again were different... and it was not planned. It just happened. Having done it I can assure you it’s a huge disappointment...you literally loathe yourself. On any level it sucks. You disgrace yourself & everyone around you thinks you can’t do it. You eventually realize what you have done & you hate that you gave in. You feel sick with yourself for failing....not sick at the taste unfortunately, at least not after a few weeks. I wish it had made me feel sick. You can’t just have one. Next thing you know you’re up to 6 per day. And worst of all you start back at Square One of Withdrawal. It totally sucks & that “one” is not worth it...not ever. You know how hard it is to get rid of the nicotine in your body...personally I think it takes more than 3 days. All it takes is ONE! Believe me ? I’m one week clean & counting. Enough self disappointment for me. I don’t want to be a Loser ever again. Yes, smoking thoughts & dreams are normal but do your best to banish those thoughts. They are not reality. They must happen just to test your resolve & wreak havoc in your mind. No prob in sharing them. Hope I answered your question....in my experience...lol! Congratulations on your Freedom & keep it going. No need to learn the hard way like some of us ? Freedom is a choice even though it takes guts to get there. Freedom rocks...I’ve been there too! On my way to Freedom again. You’re doing great! Be proud! ?

Thank you Joel....I have lots of reading to do from your posted links....thank you! I have to agree that repeated attempts at quitting smoking cannot possibly be good physically, mentally or emotionally....I have realized in the past couple of months that I must COMMIT to Quitting. Period. This stop & start nonsense just does not feel healthy on any level & I can’t do it anymore. No wonder I feel like a wet dishrag, physically & mentally. I must admit I do feel a little better today though which is encouraging. Thank you for your message & for the reading material you have provided Joel. I NEED this intervention and MUST commit to staying smoke free. I will share what I have learned on the site after reading this information. I’m sure it will benefit others too...but right now I need to conquer this addiction myself before I can support others to stop doing the same stop-start thing I have been doing. ? Thank you for your Expert advice.

Thanks Doreen. Your support & obvious caring is appreciated more than you will ever know ? My new profile pic shows just one little reason life is worth the Quit.

Here! It’s a crazy ride but worth it ? Newbie status.

Thank you! This support is helpful & energizing (except that I feel like a wet dishrag right now....but getting better) in that I know I am accountable for my own Quit. “False starts” & “Failed attempts” are just too damned hard on a person, as one just goes through all the initial symptoms of withdrawal again & again. Dumb & pointless. I’m staying away from triggers & succeeding at staying smoke free. Developing new methods of dealing with stress helps too. I’m 1 week smoke free today. ?

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I love to read too! Helps me forget about cravings, relaxes me, helps with sleep...?

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Don’t EVER feel silly Eddie! Each & every day you don’t smoke makes you a WINNER!!! Celebrate each smoke free day. I’m a Newbie too & I’m excited about making it through each & every day smoke free. ?

-14 here in Ontario. Sun is out or it would be much colder ? I was born in the wrong Country lol! ?

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So far so good! A new year somehow feels different...like a new beginning...so I’m making new goals & starting the rest of my life....smoke free.

CHRISTINE, you will need to find something enjoyable to replace smoking. Something YOU enjoy, something that gives you pleasure and something that reduces anxiety. Your brain thinks that nicotine is relaxing but in fact it’s endorphins that are giving you that “feel better” feeling. I am not schizophrenic but I do have some limited knowledge on the disorder. The fact you are doing well is fantastic & you want to guard that feeling of wellness. Your Therapist may recommend Yoga exercises...it’s too bad she is not actively participating in your good decision to quit smoking. But you know yourself better than anyone else so be proactive and replace the smoking with healthier choices. I have been learning to do this too for anxiety. I wish you the very best in your Quit. This site is truly supportive with awesome people who can help you achieve your goal. ?

I’m not smoking! I did have a short relapse during the holidays but climbed right back on the train. Practice makes perfect? I sure hope so! I’m ready for perfectly smoke free. Thanks for asking ?

Happy Birthday Ellen! ?

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Good for you Latoya! I know how you are feeling...brain dead & constantly fighting the urges...but I know most people here have gone through this....this is ALL normal & will soon go away! We have that to look forward to ? Soon would be good! ?

NOPE! Happy Holidays to All ?? I’m off to visit Family for the Holidays! ?

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Wishing Everyone a Wonderful Smoke Free Holiday Season! ?? I will be away but ALL of you will be in my heart! ? Enjoy!

5 days into my QUIT! I know I CAN!