April 12, 20206 yr Yes they do stop but it takes time and an absolute commitment not to smoke again. Fighting through the early days of your quit will not kill you. Relapsing just might. That's the stark reality of smoking and why we all need to quit and stay quit. You CAN do it, just like those of us who've traveled the same path before you. We were no different - we also had to go through it, not around it. Edited April 12, 20206 yr by reciprocity
April 12, 20206 yr Remember, you probably had a smoke in your mouth feeding addiction every 20 minutes. So, cut yourself some slack and just ride it out. Go take a shower. Take a bath.
April 12, 20206 yr Be aware that we would smoke before doing anything or instead of doing something. Many would light up instead of eat or instead of really dealing with the situation at hand. Be aware of the acronym H.A.L.T. (Hungry/thirsty, Angry/emotional, Lonesome/bored, Tired Riffing on H.A.L.T
April 12, 20206 yr For sure you are exhausted what with all the anxiety and feeling low. Pamper yourself in some way, you are doing so well. and think about taking a nap ! Have a little snack and a nice nap. Tomorrow will be a different day and you will be almost nicotine free and ready to work on patterns and habits associated with smokes. You are on a journey. A little turbulence here and there is to be expected. Everything is temporary ! All this discomfort is temporary. Little comfort right now, I know so, pamper yourself in some way.
April 12, 20206 yr Hang in there. I have to go do some things but, I will try to be back to check on you. Others will be here, others are watching out for you.
April 12, 20206 yr Author Thank you @Sazerac it's a bit overwhelming at this time but I will push through
April 12, 20206 yr It stops chooky...just takes time.... So try a shower...you can't smoke in the shower. Suck a lollypop...have a chewy (gum)....drink some herbal tea....drink some hot honey and lemon.
April 12, 20206 yr I had punching pillow ...I did draw a face in it ....not saying who....and I used to punch that pillow across the room ,with everything I had .... Make sure you are reading all you can here ....knowledge will be your tool to fight with ... Understand this addiction ...
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