Sun Tzu & Smoking

[Tammy]

So what does a Chinese general, military strategist, writer and philosopher of old and smoking have in common? 

 

I'm currently reading his book, aptly titled "Art of War" and one of the quotes have struck a chord with me as being quite relevant in the daily battle we have with our quit. The quote goes thus:

If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained, you will also suffer a defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle.

 

From the time I joined this forum, everyone who welcomed me gave me the advice, read up, know your addiction, know what nicotine does to your body, know how you react to the initial days of your quit, drink up on the knowledge.

 

And I did that...not saying it was all smooth sailing, but it sure helped. The thought that I'm actually cleansing my body, and the nicotine is desperately trying to keep it's hold on me helped me grit my teeth and work through the initial days. Even now, whenever I've had those nasty triggers, I've come on here, and been reminded of the fact that it's not something my body needs, but something my mind is tricking me into thinking I need it. 

 

Know yourself, know your addiction and you will not fear the result of a hundred battles.

May you always be victorious in every battle you enter my QT family.

 

Merry Christmas!!!

[jillar]

What a great quote Tammy, and so fitting. Thank you and Merry Christmas to you too xoxo

[Sazerac]

 

1 hour ago, Tammy said:

Know yourself, know your addiction and you will not fear the result of a hundred battles.

 

Thank you, Tammy !

[Doreensfree]

Great post Tammy

Know yourself ,and know your addiction, and you will not fear  the result  of a hundred battles ....

Love this !!!!

So well said ....knowledge is your weapon ....

[Reciprocity]

That's right! You get it Tammy  

[Mee]

Wow Tammy those are very powerful words and another quote to add to my fridge.  Merry Christmas to you also.