I am very disappointed in myself. I had a relapse. My Doctor weaned me off an antidepressant to start a new one and I got totally messed up. Blew an over 5 month Quit. I know....no excuses. I will let you know my new start date once I know I have accomplished getting back on the train for good. I need to get this new medication working properly first.

You start licking windows too?

You did it for over 5 months so you know you can do it, believe in yourself and be kind to yourself xx

I have seen many relapses on these sites and I have seen some excellent next tries and successes.  My suggestion is not to take some time to smoke but instead quit now, rest your ticker, and let's go,  Why reestablish old habits?  I think if you view it as a slip, and that you are truly a nonsmoker, you can move on right away

I agree with Beacon, why worsen the situation and grow the addiction more? Jump right back in.

Get back on the train.

I have seen many relapses on these sites and I have seen some excellent next tries and successes. My suggestion is not to take some time to smoke but instead quit now, rest your ticker, and let's go, Why reestablish old habits? I think if you view it as a slip, and that you are truly a nonsmoker, you can move on right away

Okay & thank you! I will get right back on the train....relieved I still have a seat. I WANT to be a non smoker. I do NOT want to go back. It is reassuring to hear others have been successful after a slip....I need to move on forward Beacon.

You start licking windows too?

Bacon they taste awful. No I don't want to lick windows. I want to get past this & Quit...forever. NOPE.

I did not even want to admit on QT that I had a relapse for a few days. Just reading Everyone's posts makes me realize I did the right thing by admitting to it. No way do I want to go through what I did initially when quitting. Beacon is right...do not reestablish old habits. Stop now. I know I can do this. I am officially back on the train. Saying this helps me to do it. Thanks for your advice. I have NONE of the cancer sticks in the house again. ✌ I CAN SAY NOPE.

...I can tell you I've been there with quite a few things in conjunction with antidepressants years ago. Depending on the type you are taking at any any given time, if you ever have to wean off there are supplements that can help keep your mind clear and your heart from being too heavy, if they are alright with your doctor... even while beginning a new antidepressant.

I wish and hope the best for you!

...I can tell you I've been there with quite a few things in conjunction with antidepressants years ago. Depending on the type you are taking at any any given time, if you ever have to wean off there are supplements that can help keep your mind clear and your heart from being too heavy, if they are alright with your doctor... even while beginning a new antidepressant.

I wish and hope the best for you!

Thanks New Identity. I appreciate your advice. This is the first time I have ever had to wean off one....have been on same one for years. years. It sure threw me off badly. But I think things are starting to settle down...sure wish I didn't have to take these meds. They are potent & can cause both good & bad results during the adjustment phase as I am sure you are aware. But I am feeling better....just takes time.

Sending gentle strength to you. Agree with you and the others to not call it anything, just go back to being a non smoker and learn your lessons/new plans for any future changes that could risk your quit. I hope all your medications calm down quickly for you, I remember the changes and they are extremely unsettling at best. xx

Sending gentle strength to you. Agree with you and the others to not call it anything, just go back to being a non smoker and learn your lessons/new plans for any future changes that could risk your quit. I hope all your medications calm down quickly for you, I remember the changes and they are extremely unsettling at best. xx

Thank you so muuch Marti.

Sorry I missed this. Tyme you have a good head on your shoulders so I know that you Will get back on the quiet train and you will stay there forever...no matter what.

...I can tell you I've been there with quite a few things in conjunction with antidepressants years ago. Depending on the type you are taking at any any given time, if you ever have to wean off there are supplements that can help keep your mind clear and your heart from being too heavy, if they are alright with your doctor... even while beginning a new antidepressant.

I wish and hope the best for you!

What do you mean by supplements? Herbs? Vitamins?

What do you mean by supplements? Herbs? Vitamins?

I take probiotics to help my gut but there is a definite gut/brain connection as far as mental and immune health. I also live on apple cider vinegar, garlic, and only use certain oils to cook with i.e coconut, olive. I use coconut oil and ACV for my skin and it changed it completely. If I get an infection that is mild or a virus I use oregano oil. I take raw whole food organic vitamins made from pure fruits and veggies, and fish oil. I'm a bit of a nut. I destroyed my body through the years and have found ways to naturally restore a balance. Recently however, I had to suck it up and take antibiotics as my lungs and sinuses were too far gone. I'm slowly getting my body back together. :/

Thanks New Identity. I appreciate your advice. This is the first time I have ever had to wean off one....have been on same one for years. years. It sure threw me off badly. But I think things are starting to settle down...sure wish I didn't have to take these meds. They are potent & can cause both good & bad results during the adjustment phase as I am sure you are aware. But I am feeling better....just takes time.

 

I'm glad you are starting to feel better and things are settling down. Sending positive thoughts!

I'm glad you are starting to feel better and things are settling down. Sending positive thoughts!

Thanks so much for the positive thoughts. I do feel better today. Stronger & better focused. Smoke free today. I can do this. Your caring is very much appreciated.

How are you doing Tyme?

Holding my ground BAT. Back on the train. Feeling better & stronger today. NOPE all day. I can do this. Just got thrown off the tracks for 3 days but finally adjusting to new SSRI. Thanks for caring.

Hang in there. It took me 35 years to finally get it. .... You'll get it. I'm sure of it.

Hang in there. It took me 35 years to finally get it. .... You'll get it. I'm sure of it.

I had better get it right way before 35 yrs lol! But thanks for having faith in me!

Hey Tyme - sorry to read you smoked but pleases to see you have jumped straight back into your quit :-). Remember to stay close and ask for support if you need it and know we are all here cheering for you :-)

Checking on you Tyme, see you've got back on the train. Good for you! Ask for support if you need it :)  Don't be sucked back in my lovely, 5 months a non smoker and a few smoked but done now. One step at a time to freedom. xx

Last nite I dreamed i smoked one, and felt like strarting over and doubted if I could see it as a slip and take away one day. Dunno what I decided. Many where I live tell me I'm so brave for not smoking while everyone smokes but it's a matter of choice while my life sucks right now.
Make a choice!