the thing to remember is once a smoker Always a smoker... so dont be tempted in 2months/2yrs to just have one... cos your brain kicks in very quickly that it wants them again.
It took FIL cutting the top of his finger off & the fear of gangrene for him to quit. MIL, my dad & DH are all smokers & have all been since about 12. MIL & my dad have both had seriouse health issues. MIL will be on medication, probably for the rest of her life, for a DVT & still smokes...
I am a social smoker, can go months without, but will have a few when out drinking & stuff (like that ever happens, lol) I keep telling myself thats a good way to do it...But I know how stupid that is & that its not true.
You'll feel better for it. FIL couldn't believe the difference it made to him. & think of the saved money
Good on YOU!!!!!!!!
Breathe in that gorgeous clean air & know that you are on your way to better health for you and your little one... Second hand smoke breath no more for all those around you!!! Cleaner lungs and a longer life for you. You are doing a courageous thing - it's tough but its such a positive thing...
Have you got some mints or sugar free lollies to chew? That can help to do something with your mouth other than a ciggie...
If I can do it - so can you. If you have a craving - distract yourself with something - apparently intense cravings only last 3 minutes - so run around the loungeroom - star jumps - go for a pee - anything - and you should be over the worst of it.
I found the hardest times were 3 days, 3 weeks, 3 months and 3 years. Prepare yourself for this - make yourself a promise - if I get through today without caving I can have some pampering - and save the money each week that you would have normally spent on smokes - use that for your special pampering.
You won't regret it - chocolate tastes soooo much sweeter without being eaten by an ashtray
Wow guys, I'm sitting here with tears rolling down my face, I am absolutely amazed by the support you have all shown. You really have no idea how much reading your messages of support has helped me!
Mel, good on you for being smoke free for 10 years, what a fantastic achievement! I can definitely vouch for day 3 being the hardest so far, I've just gone into day 3 and it is so much harder and more intense than the first 2 days.
But I will get through this, with much thanks to you guys, you're truly all gems, thank you!
Innana, I am alternating between nicotene gum and sugar free chewies, definitely helps when I'm chewing something!
Ciara, lucky for me I don't like chocolate the water thing sounds like a good plan though, might give that a go.
I quit 5 yrs ago. and so happy that I am smoke free. I found drinking water and chewing gum helped alot. Also exercise. It releases happy hormones! Go for it! Keep us posted on your success.
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Good on YOU!!!!!!!!
Sending you support, warmth and love.
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