Guest guest Posted December 27, 2006 Report Share Posted December 27, 2006 , I don't think I "conquered" quitting smoking until a good few years after I took the last puff.I did a LOT of self talk. When I wanted a smoke in the worst way I would curse and scream in my apartment, DAMN THIS SUCKS!Then I would tell myself out loud, "Of course this sucks; it's supposed to suck, and it's going to suck for a good two more weeks!" I tried to busy myself with video games, something I can do for 12 hours straight and barely get up to do anything but pee and take a sip of water now and then as I get hooked on the role playing games. That helped quite a bit actually. While you are quitting I'd not drink any alcohol or coffee because that somehow makes you crave smoking even more. I'd take some time off work if you can and lead as stress free an existence as you can for at least a week.For me what was almost worse than the physical cravings were the psychological withdrawals. However, as with anything, after a few months you will accept your new smoke free lifestyle as more of your normal routine and you can let some of the psychological stuff go. Still, I would miss it every now and then for years afterwards. Good luck, ! Hugs, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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