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RE: Quitting smoking support thread - 11/18/2009 12:28:33 AM
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Saltlight_2188
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Doing very well! Thanks for asking! I'm finding that the physical cravings are pretty much gone, now I'm mainly dealing with the "want to's." I'm still reaching in certain situations, like after a meal or 1st thing in the morning, but it hasn't been nearly as bad this time as it has been before.
I've been praying for God to remove the desire to smoke, and I'm pretty sure that He's answering that prayer!
How is everyone else?
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RE: Quitting smoking support thread - 11/18/2009 11:31:49 AM
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bettymackII
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Wonderful,Saltlight_2188 !
Keep up the great job of quitting!
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RE: Quitting smoking support thread - 11/18/2009 6:21:58 PM
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bettymackII
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WalkingwithHim2 Welcome aboard!
4 days without nicotine is fantastic!
Keep quitting!
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RE: Quitting smoking support thread - 11/18/2009 7:38:20 PM
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Saltlight_2188
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You may absolutely join us! Glad you're here! 4 days! Whoo hoo! I'm on Day 5 so I'm just slightly ahead of you! Tell us, how did you quit?
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RE: Quitting smoking support thread - 11/18/2009 7:41:12 PM
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WalkingwithHim2
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Cold turkey. I just decided that I was done wasting money that I don't necessarily have to waste!
Wooohoooooo for you too!
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RE: Quitting smoking support thread - 11/18/2009 7:55:59 PM
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Saltlight_2188
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Amen, sister! Did the same thing myself. Cold turkey was the only way I hadn't tried, and it seems to be working where all the other methods failed. Also, to be fair, I am also using the 12 steps to help quit. That seems to be helping immeasurably.
I HAD to quit. Money was the least of my concerns. I already had a heart attack 5 years ago and kept smoking. Now, I'm headed toward COPD unless I quit NOW! I decided my life wasn't over quite yet (I'm only 42) so I had some changes to make. The smoking had to go and after the first of the year, I will be on a new weight management regimen with a new doctor. I'm also getting outside and exercising more. But, one step at a time, one day at a time. Tomorrow (day 6) will be the first time I'll be going somewhere around people who smoke. That'll be a challenge, but one I must face. I can't stayed holed up in my house indefinitely.
Anyway, I'm starting to ramble now. I'll hush up for now but see you all tomorrow!
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RE: Quitting smoking support thread - 11/18/2009 7:57:01 PM
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WalkingwithHim2
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ORIGINAL: Saltlight_2188
Amen, sister! Did the same thing myself. Cold turkey was the only way I hadn't tried, and it seems to be working where all the other methods failed. Also, to be fair, I am also using the 12 steps to help quit. That seems to be helping immeasurably.
I HAD to quit. Money was the least of my concerns. I already had a heart attack 5 years ago and kept smoking. Now, I'm headed toward COPD unless I quit NOW! I decided my life wasn't over quite yet (I'm only 42) so I had some changes to make. The smoking had to go and after the first of the year, I will be on a new weight management regimen with a new doctor. I'm also getting outside and exercising more. But, one step at a time, one day at a time. Tomorrow (day 6) will be the first time I'll be going somewhere around people who smoke. That'll be a challenge, but one I must face. I can't stayed holed up in my house indefinitely.
Anyway, I'm starting to ramble now. I'll hush up for now but see you all tomorrow!
you'll do fine! My mom has come over 2 nights in a row and she is a chain smoker. God will help you through 
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RE: Quitting smoking support thread - 11/19/2009 12:08:09 PM
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Saltlight_2188
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Day 6 for me. My dad is treating my mom and me (she quit smoking too) to a dinner/night out tonight. That will probably include Starbucks as well. Last night was probably the hardest night I've had so far. I REALLY wanted a cigarette. I still do. But I'm talking to people, getting support, and praying, and I know I will get through this.
Congrats, WwH2! Another day without cigarettes is another day won!
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RE: Quitting smoking support thread - 11/19/2009 12:14:21 PM
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I REALLY wanted a cigarette.
What I recall is REALLY wanting relief from the nagging demand of nicotine, but not actually wanting to have just one for its own sake.
As a reminder, caffeine can make you think you're having a strong crave because its effects are doubled without nicotine in your system.
Keeping busy or exercising are both great ways to get past any craves.
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RE: Quitting smoking support thread - 11/20/2009 11:41:53 AM
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Saltlight_2188
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Day 7! At 5:30 pm tonight, it will be a whole week!
I have suffered cravings but by the grace of God, I haven't given into them!
Going to treat myself tomorrow!
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Over the past few months I have been astounded at how much of an idol these cigarettes were. 
I believe I had at least 50 areas where I was turning to them instead of Christ and the sad part is I didn't even realize it. Piece by piece and layer by layer this has all been exposed to me and I have dealt with each one until I felt totally emptied out. Does this make sense? Mind boggling, but God is so good and I thank Him daily for His patience with me. 
