Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Just a thought; my partner quit years ago (smoking, not prednisolone!) using acupuncture - he's certainly not smoked in all the time I've known him. I think he had a tiny needle in his ear that was covered by a plaster. Hugs Elaine Re: [ ] Re: Quitters > < %40> > Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 11:23 AM > > Vicki and group; > > I know Vicki. I smoke. I quit and than starteed again. Now I am setting > a quit date..... Clora > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 I chew a lot of sugar-free gum and eat a lot of ice. I guess that's what I do instead of smoking. It's a lot cheaper, too. Plus I have a lot more time now that I don't spend so much of it smoking. Sue On Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at 12:28 PM, Dennis W wrote: > , Clora, and whoever else, most folks that are unsuccessful > make > the mistake to not change their living schedules or style. You must do > something to take the place of that old habit with another one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 and Clora, I will be cheering you on as you attempt to quit smoking. Just believe that it is possible for you, and you'll succeed. Tell yourself that you are stronger than nicotine, and you're not going to let it rule over you. Visualize yourself free of this nasty habit. Think what you're going to do with all of that extra money. Good luck to both of you! You can do it! Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Thank You. I have quit several times. sometimes more than a year... I will be ayt a party or some social event and " find " a cigarette in my mouth. It is like my subconscious sneaks up on me...Rather bizarre. I pray I stay off this time. Raniolo From: Sue <marysue@...> Subject: Re: [ ] Re: Quitters Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 4:20 PM and Clora, I will be cheering you on as you attempt to quit smoking. Just believe that it is possible for you, and you'll succeed. Tell yourself that you are stronger than nicotine, and you're not going to let it rule over you. Visualize yourself free of this nasty habit. Think what you're going to do with all of that extra money. Good luck to both of you! You can do it! Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Group, I have finally suceeded in quitting smoking after 2 failed attempts previously. i have been smoke free for what must be 3 years now ( i didn't actually write the date down, which is a bummer). I quit using patches. the reason I was able to this time is because I was absolutely NOT going to smoke anymore. It just wasn't an option to keep smoking, I hated it. Iquit for 2 main reasons, 1. for my neice & 2. chronic bronchitis. If you have the mind set you can do anything...except give up chocolate One thing with the patches though. I wouldn't recommend wearing them to bed (which it says on the packet anyway, they are right lol). Whilst my dream was pleasant it was a little unnerving. I had the most beautiful dream, full of colour & really pretty fish. I still have a pretty good memory of it, it was so vivid. Which is the scary part lol. Sharon > > and Clora, > > I will be cheering you on as you attempt to quit smoking. Just believe > that it is possible for you, and you'll succeed. Tell yourself that you > are stronger than nicotine, and you're not going to let it rule over > you. > > Visualize yourself free of this nasty habit. Think what you're going to > do with all of that extra money. > > Good luck to both of you! You can do it! > > Sue > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Woo hoo sharon is a quitter. wtg sharon. I am so proud of you Clora From: bon_mac18 <bon_mac18@...> Subject: [ ] Re: Quitters Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 5:23 PM Group, I have finally suceeded in quitting smoking after 2 failed attempts previously. i have been smoke free for what must be 3 years now ( i didn't actually write the date down, which is a bummer). I quit using patches. the reason I was able to this time is because I was absolutely NOT going to smoke anymore. It just wasn't an option to keep smoking, I hated it. Iquit for 2 main reasons, 1. for my neice & 2. chronic bronchitis. If you have the mind set you can do anything...except give up chocolate One thing with the patches though. I wouldn't recommend wearing them to bed (which it says on the packet anyway, they are right lol). Whilst my dream was pleasant it was a little unnerving. I had the most beautiful dream, full of colour & really pretty fish. I still have a pretty good memory of it, it was so vivid. Which is the scary part lol. Sharon > > and Clora, > > I will be cheering you on as you attempt to quit smoking. Just believe > that it is possible for you, and you'll succeed. Tell yourself that you > are stronger than nicotine, and you're not going to let it rule over > you. > > Visualize yourself free of this nasty habit. Think what you're going to > do with all of that extra money. > > Good luck to both of you! You can do it! > > Sue > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Dennis and group; Thanks someone put a list up for that. Did you see the commercials people learning how to drive and drink coffee when they quit smoking. It is so funny.. At first I was like WHAT are they doing. My husband said learning how to get into the car with out a cigarette. I laughed my head off. gentle hugs Clora ***************************************************** > > From: Clora <clora4jesus <clora4jesus% 40> > > > Subject: Re: [ ] Re: Quitters > @gro ups.com < % 40groups. com> > Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 11:23 AM > > Vicki and group; > > I know Vicki. I smoke. I quit and than starteed again. Now I am setting > a quit date..... Clora > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Hi Clora and : Wishing and praying that both of you are successful giving up cigarette's. Be strong, and give it all you have. I am rooting for both of you. I gave them up 27 years ago. !!!!! God Bless you both. Hugs, Barbara > > From: Sue marysue@... > Subject: Re: [ ] Re: Quitters > > Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 4:20 PM > > > > > > > and Clora, > > I will be cheering you on as you attempt to quit smoking. Just believe > that it is possible for you, and you'll succeed. Tell yourself that you > are stronger than nicotine, and you're not going to let it rule over > you. > > Visualize yourself free of this nasty habit. Think what you're going to > do with all of that extra money. > > Good luck to both of you! You can do it! > > Sue > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Wow....27 years. It was much harder then because you were constanly exposed. When motivated I can avoid most second hand smoke that is alluring to me. Thanks for the support. Raniolo From: Barbara <bcreedon@...> Subject: [ ] Re: Quitters Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 6:24 PM Hi Clora and : Wishing and praying that both of you are successful giving up cigarette's. Be strong, and give it all you have. I am rooting for both of you. I gave them up 27 years ago. !!!!! God Bless you both. Hugs, Barbara > > From: Sue marysue@... > Subject: Re: [ ] Re: Quitters > @gro ups.com > Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 4:20 PM > > > > > > > and Clora, > > I will be cheering you on as you attempt to quit smoking. Just believe > that it is possible for you, and you'll succeed. Tell yourself that you > are stronger than nicotine, and you're not going to let it rule over > you. > > Visualize yourself free of this nasty habit. Think what you're going to > do with all of that extra money. > > Good luck to both of you! You can do it! > > Sue > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Congratulations, Sharon! You should be very proud of yourself for doing this very difficult thing. Sue On Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at 05:23 PM, bon_mac18 wrote: > Group, > I have finally suceeded in quitting smoking after 2 failed attempts > previously. i have been smoke free for what must be 3 years now ( i > didn't actually write the date down, which is a bummer). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 WOO HOO BARBARA IS A QUITTER, WTG, I AM SO PROUD OF YOU. I have quit 100 times in my life. I quit for about 4 years and re-started last year. I will set a date to quit soon. Maybe tomorrow. Clora From: Barbara <bcreedon@...> Subject: [ ] Re: Quitters Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 6:24 PM Hi Clora and : Wishing and praying that both of you are successful giving up cigarette's. Be strong, and give it all you have. I am rooting for both of you. I gave them up 27 years ago. !!!!! God Bless you both. Hugs, Barbara > > From: Sue marysue@... > Subject: Re: [ ] Re: Quitters > @gro ups.com > Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 4:20 PM > > > > > > > and Clora, > > I will be cheering you on as you attempt to quit smoking. Just believe > that it is possible for you, and you'll succeed. Tell yourself that you > are stronger than nicotine, and you're not going to let it rule over > you. > > Visualize yourself free of this nasty habit. Think what you're going to > do with all of that extra money. > > Good luck to both of you! You can do it! > > Sue > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Congratulations to you, too, Barbara! We have quite a few quitters in our midst. How wonderful! Sue On Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at 06:24 PM, Barbara wrote: > I gave them up 27 years ago. !!!!! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Congrats to everyone who can do it! I did it a few years ago and I am so glad I did.....If you do not succeed at first keep trying. Eventually you will make it, I did! > > > I gave them up 27 years ago. !!!!! > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Sue and group; Awe Sue that is so nice of you. Thanks so much for the encouragement. Imagine it is our little group that has convinced me to take that big step. putting up all the things cigarettes hurts or affects. When I read that I was appalled how disgusting these things are that I breathe in every day. I will spend tomorrow Investigating the necessary options I have to help me quit. The date is almost here to stop. I got a file on quiting I got to go over and I am on my way. I have some prescribed fake cigarettes to practice on. It actually has a copy nicotine to help fight off temptation. I have the will. Mom said where there is a will there is a way. I want to be a QUITTER! God bless and take care. gentle hugs Clora From: Sue <marysue@...> Subject: Re: [ ] Re: Quitters Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 4:20 PM and Clora, I will be cheering you on as you attempt to quit smoking. Just believe that it is possible for you, and you'll succeed. Tell yourself that you are stronger than nicotine, and you're not going to let it rule over you. Visualize yourself free of this nasty habit. Think what you're going to do with all of that extra money. Good luck to both of you! You can do it! Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Tcompare and group; Thank you so much. I can! gentle hugs Clora PS I don't remember you. Welcome to our group. What is your name please? From: tcompare <tcompare@...> Subject: [ ] Re: Quitters Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 7:45 PM Congrats to everyone who can do it! I did it a few years ago and I am so glad I did.....If you do not succeed at first keep trying. Eventually you will make it, I did! > > > I gave them up 27 years ago. !!!!! > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Clora.... Do what works for you. My problem is staying quit. I have quitting down to science. This is what works for me. COLD TURKEY.... Everything else feeds the addiction. Niccotine is out of system in 48 hours. I buy sucking candies, take tranquilizers, sleepimg pills....anything to manage 48 hours. By that time my legs feel better. I have less pain and can feel as if I accomplished something. After that it is psychological. Which for me is the hardest. when I have spent a fortune on quitting products ie: nicorette and others, it just delays the inevitable and causes more psychological trauma in the long run. It actually takes more emotional control. I wish you well in choosing what is best for you. Many,many blessings. Call in the angels... Raniolo From: Sue <marysuetriad (DOT) rr.com> Subject: Re: [ ] Re: Quitters @gro ups.com Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 4:20 PM and Clora, I will be cheering you on as you attempt to quit smoking. Just believe that it is possible for you, and you'll succeed. Tell yourself that you are stronger than nicotine, and you're not going to let it rule over you. Visualize yourself free of this nasty habit. Think what you're going to do with all of that extra money. Good luck to both of you! You can do it! Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Most definitely! I smoked heavily (2 packs a day!) for a few years and when I truly decided to quit, I found the best way to do it was to substitute one addiction for another. In my case, I went for coffee and it is still a crutch, 15 years later. I took to twirling a pen with my hand to take care of the need to have something there and still twirl it when I'm stressed. When I had the strong need for a cig, I'd go to the bar, buy a pack there (they are far more expensive there), swig a cup of coffee quickly and give away every cigarette to whoever wanted it. I lost a lot of money that way but that helped cement the need to quit. I am at a point where I should try to change my addiction once again, as I should cut down on the coffee with the RA and all. But that may never happen. Coffee is my lifeblood and you can only pry the pot from my cold, dead hands! > > > > From: Clora <clora4jesus@... <clora4jesus%40>> > > > > Subject: Re: [ ] Re: Quitters > > < %40> > > Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 11:23 AM > > > > Vicki and group; > > > > I know Vicki. I smoke. I quit and than starteed again. Now I am setting > > a quit date..... Clora > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 May I suggest you mix half caffeine and half decaf as stepping stone to cutting back??? However smoking or coffee?. I sure think coffee wins....Congratulations Raniolo From: Brad Berg <blueworld_of_fire@...> Subject: [ ] Re: Quitters Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 8:41 PM Most definitely! I smoked heavily (2 packs a day!) for a few years and when I truly decided to quit, I found the best way to do it was to substitute one addiction for another. In my case, I went for coffee and it is still a crutch, 15 years later. I took to twirling a pen with my hand to take care of the need to have something there and still twirl it when I'm stressed. When I had the strong need for a cig, I'd go to the bar, buy a pack there (they are far more expensive there), swig a cup of coffee quickly and give away every cigarette to whoever wanted it. I lost a lot of money that way but that helped cement the need to quit. I am at a point where I should try to change my addiction once again, as I should cut down on the coffee with the RA and all. But that may never happen. Coffee is my lifeblood and you can only pry the pot from my cold, dead hands! > > > > From: Clora <clora4jesus@ ... <clora4jesus% 40> > > > > > Subject: Re: [ ] Re: Quitters > > @gro ups.com < % 40groups. com> > > Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 11:23 AM > > > > Vicki and group; > > > > I know Vicki. I smoke. I quit and than starteed again. Now I am setting > > a quit date..... Clora > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Congratulations to you, too, Brad! We have quite a group of quitters here. Coffee is not nearly as bad for you as the cigarettes were, and not as expensive, either. And there is decaf, which I drink. I usually have one cup of instant Sanka in the morning, and then a cup of instant cappuccino or something similar. In the afternoon, I've taken to drinking a cup of hot tea, since I hear that it's so good for you. I also drink diet root beer. I do drink a little plain water, and of course I get water when I eat ice. Sue On Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at 08:41 PM, Brad Berg wrote: > Most definitely! I smoked heavily (2 packs a day!) for a few years > and when I truly decided to quit, I found the best way to do it was > to substitute one addiction for another. In my case, I went for > coffee and it is still a crutch, 15 years later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Hi - It was me who posted this website for help with quitting: http://community.becomeanex.org I have a page there under my own name (Doreen). I'm so happy to hear you are trying to quit. Please keep something in mind, though. It takes 72+ hours to get all the nicotine out of your system - the rest is just a bad habit to break. If you had quit for 9 days, you were past Hell Week and into Heck Week. The nicodemon was playing games with your mind when you cheated with that one cigarette yesterday. Now you started your clock all over again - 72+ more hours to rid your body of that nicotine AGAIN. Come visit me at my page: http://community.becomeanex.org/profile/Doreen I'll do all I can to help you quit...........Doreen --- In , CATHERINE RANIOLO <c.raniolo@...> wrote: > > I quit 9 days ago and am having a difficult time. I cheated with > one yesterday. > > About 2 weeks ago someone posted a web site to aid with quitting. > I can not find it. Can it be posted again? > > Raniolo > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 I've never smoked, Debbie. Not an MD On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 9:09 AM, deebs87 <dlohf@...> wrote: > I am proud to see that many of you have quit smoking. Is there anyone > like me that never did smoke? I feel like a minority here. > Debbie L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 I have never smoked, Debbie. *~ Kami ~* [ ] Quitters I am proud to see that many of you have quit smoking. Is there anyone like me that never did smoke? I feel like a minority here. Debbie L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Congratulations to another quitter! While we're smoking, we don't know how bad we smell. Everything in my house I'm sure used to smell like cigarette smoke. Sue On Wednesday, November 5, 2008, at 07:10 AM, Phyllis son wrote: > I just wanted to add my 2 cents here. I quit smoking on Feb. 15 > after 39 years of smoking. It was difficult and I still struggle > every day. However, I make the choice not to smoke each day and I > have re-learned how to do so many things and that has been a > tremendous help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Good for you, Debbie! I wish I had never started smoking. Once you're addicted, you think that you'll die without those cigarettes. Thank goodness I finally quit. Sue On Wednesday, November 5, 2008, at 10:09 AM, deebs87 wrote: > I am proud to see that many of you have quit smoking. Is there anyone > like me that never did smoke? I feel like a minority here. > Debbie L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Thanks, even though I choose not to smoke, doesn't mean I sure don't want one! Cause I sure do! ha ha Phyllis Re: [ ] Quitters Congratulations to another quitter! While we're smoking, we don't know how bad we smell. Everything in my house I'm sure used to smell like cigarette smoke. Sue On Wednesday, November 5, 2008, at 07:10 AM, Phyllis son wrote: > I just wanted to add my 2 cents here. I quit smoking on Feb. 15 > after 39 years of smoking. It was difficult and I still struggle > every day. However, I make the choice not to smoke each day and I > have re-learned how to do so many things and that has been a > tremendous help. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.175 / Virus Database: 270.8.6/1769 - Release Date: 11/5/2008 7:17 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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