I quit smoking today for what seems the 50th time. I have patches, an app with a "distraction" mode (little memory/match game type thing), medication (Welbutrin), and I hope the support of my roommate when I get cranky.
So, here goes. Patch is on. Meds will be taken in about 2 hours (stick to a specific time when possible for all meds).
I Quit
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(((big hugs for Jez)))
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Go for it!
Each previous time increases your likelihood of success this time.
Each previous time increases your likelihood of success this time.
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I quit smoking in May of 2014. I used the patch and used the steps, 6 weeks on the 1st step and 2 weeks for the second and third. It was hard. You can do it. 
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Yeah, you can do this thing. You go, girlfriend.
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The Bupropion should help. It helped me.
Bonne chance, Jez.
Bonne chance, Jez.
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Good for you! Take it one day at a time, and remember that lots of people are sending positive thoughts your way.
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((( insert :big hug: smilie here )))
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Good luck!
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Yay!
It IS hard but you can do it.
Once you get over waking up angry at yourself because you dreamed you had a smoke or two, you’ll be fine.
It IS hard but you can do it.
Once you get over waking up angry at yourself because you dreamed you had a smoke or two, you’ll be fine.
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Two thumbs up!
Good luck.
Good luck.
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I don’t even dream of smoking at last.
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Good going! I am sure it will be tough at times, but the results will be so satisfying.
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Look forward to not waking up to a mouth that tastes of an ashtray.
If you can...
Get your clothes laundered
Air your house
Deploy “Nil odour” or similar product in you house and car..
Getting rid of the smell triggers might help/encourage you.
If you can...
Get your clothes laundered
Air your house
Deploy “Nil odour” or similar product in you house and car..
Getting rid of the smell triggers might help/encourage you.
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You can do it, Jez! I hope you have an easy time of it and learn to substitute other activities during times when you might normally be lighting up.
BIG HUGS
BIG HUGS
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Best wishes. I don’t know anyone who long term regrets quitting.
I’ve never been a smoker, but when I was young I used to have e weird dreams that included strong cravings for a cigarette. Weird.
I’ve never been a smoker, but when I was young I used to have e weird dreams that included strong cravings for a cigarette. Weird.
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Thanks everyone. So far the day has been.... tolerable. There are no bodies to hide and the roomies all survived. Though one of the boys used the lower part of my double boiler to make some pasta roni. We're going to have a talk.
This time it seems the morning ritual of having a smoke outside with the dog while the coffee is brewing is going to be a kicker. Along with that last one at night. And from prior experience, the worst thing is going to be the headache over the next few days. But I'll get it figured out. Maybe I'll try meditation.
This time it seems the morning ritual of having a smoke outside with the dog while the coffee is brewing is going to be a kicker. Along with that last one at night. And from prior experience, the worst thing is going to be the headache over the next few days. But I'll get it figured out. Maybe I'll try meditation.
“What is better ? to be born good or to overcome your evil nature through great effort ?”
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https://imgflip.com/i/pd5aw
Sorry couldn't resist.
As a your soon to be former fellow smoker I wish you the best of luck.
Sorry couldn't resist.
As a your soon to be former fellow smoker I wish you the best of luck.
"He sewed his eyes shut because he is afraid to see, He tries to tell me what I put inside of me
He's got the answers to ease my curiosity, He dreamed a god up and called it Christianity"
Trent Reznor
He's got the answers to ease my curiosity, He dreamed a god up and called it Christianity"
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Frater I*I wrote: ↑Mon Mar 01, 2021 10:04 pm https://imgflip.com/i/pd5aw
Sorry couldn't resist.
As a your soon to be former fellow smoker I wish you the best of luck.
“What is better ? to be born good or to overcome your evil nature through great effort ?”
~Paarthurnax
~Paarthurnax
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You can do this, jez!
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you got this~!
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Go for it! I quit twice, first time I was young and having kids, second time I was older, got divorced and started smoking again. Both times I attribute my success to having something to do with my hands. I was crocheting all sorts of blankets and stuff and it kept my hands busy. (Enter thumbs up smiley here)