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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
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.....i havent had a cigarette in 6 days..... i am the biggest grump....somebody help me pleaseeeeeeeee. Bloody chest infections, where do they get off in interrupting somebody's life like that? sheesh ok ok i don't need a lecture, just need to vent and feel sorry for myself sniff  thanks Mxx "we all have wings, but some of us don't know why" |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
good time to quit then, you've already got 6 days under your belt he said looking at maree with big hopeful puppy dog eyes. |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Oh man, how can i resist, sheesh bello, wish you wouoldnt do that...sigh.  luv ya Mxx "we all have wings, but some of us don't know why" |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Maree...I know how hard it is....and I'm very proud of you for this effort!  |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Have you tried putting something else in your mouth? *wicked grin* Just a suggestion from a fellow oral retentive.   (But seriously? My mother kicked a forty year habit by cutting straws to cigarette length--it didn't work for me, but I thought you might like to give that a try.) Get well soon m'lady. *smooch* |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Martie, i am weak..please don't be too proud yet. I don't want to disappoint you. M'lady.....LOL you mean a big red lollipop like a chuppa chup? LOL. Hmm the straws sound like an idea, i'l ltry it... my problem is though I enjoy smoking, especially when socialising or when bored LOL. Yeah i know ya'll gonna tell me to "keep busy then" right? hugs to all mxx "we all have wings, but some of us don't know why" |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
I chewed a whole box of straws, went backpacking for three days with a non-smoker who put up with my total bitchiness, and ate two pounds of sugar free YUCK candies. LOL, but it worked, I had quit a two pack a day habit, never took it up again, and that was 19 years ago! I also made it a habit to compliment myself daily on being a NONSMOKER who SMELLED good. LOL. I'll wish you healing thoughts, and keep my fingers crossed for you! |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
What's the problem, Maree? Quitting is easy. I've done it a thousand times!!!  |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
dang. 'deer stole my line. egowhores.com - really love yourself. |
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Essorant Member Elite
since 2002-08-10
Posts 4769Regina, Saskatchewan; Canada |
It's never untimely to quit. |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
chuppa chup? hmm never called it that before..lol hooowhee! look what i gone started bella! grins. seriously though if I, he of zero willpower, can quit..well then...yadda yadda |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Maree, I LOVE to smoke and that has been one of the hardest things I have ever had to do. (about six or seven times) So, yes, you have reason to be proud of yourself, you are TRYING to make a difference and yes, the chest infections just keep coming . . . it will be the best thing you have done, you will be so proud of yourself and the complete loss of sense of self is normal. I walked around for weeks feeling lost . . can you believe that? Checking the places where I kept my smokes all the time not knowing what to do with myself. It was awful . . . but I used the patches, they worked great . . . that is the only thing that kept me away. Of course I went back . . . but I just kept trying again. (Good Lord, I was a MONSTER during that time) Good Luck and think of those who love you and most importantly, yourself and don't beat yourself up for falling back . . . just try again . . . I am very proud of you. Smoking is so very hard to beat. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
As I type this, I cannot help but think of my younger brother and his increasing problems with emphysema. I don't need to tell you, honey, what you should do - you will do it if you want to. Just "want to" before it bites you even harder than you could ever realize, baby... And as was said above? The fact that you are TRYING is good enough reason for me to say, I'm proud of you - and I know you can do it, when you are ready to. You've got the bull by the horns now, bella...hang on and ride this one to the end. Then with the $$$ you've saved? Go out and splurge on something decadant...like CHOCOLATE...LOL... hugs, Mama K |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Maree...I had to stop, first because I had a flu and stopped temporarily..then cheated when visiting friends who smoked and offered them to me..so I went and bought a pack and carried it with me and then of course I began smoking more. One day stress and smoking gave me( and my throat being a weak spot) laryngitus...for a year~~~~ no matter what I tried to do it wouldn't get better until I had to go to a speech therapist at Easter Seal where most there had voice boxes removed due to cancer of the larynx...anyway it took me lots of money, drs and time and exercises to regain my voice. I stopped smoking, and ate red licorice sticks since they could be held between fingers and filled the need of anything going into the mouth. (the habit) Only problem is you will gain weight when you first stop smoking. Even without eating candy or licorice. I gained 15 pounds in a month..some was my body finally maturing at the age of 30 and the rest was due to my metabolism slowing down and contentment. Smoking ingredients keeps your metabolic rate higher and it works off weight by keeping you fidgity and moving..or at least that was what I was told. Try small pretzel sticks or something less fattening...and good luck if you wish to stop because only you can do that..none of us can convince you...you have to want to (besides as an afterthought..I know what lung cancer does to someone... having lived with my sister's last days of it) M |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Thanks everyone, and Bal and Chris, yeah i've done it a thousand times too  Maureen? this is always at the back of my mind..what you said. The hardest part will be when i'm socialising, yanno with friends that smoke and when i'm out partying in a nightclub.. can't drink without a smoke. I am going to disappoint you all...went out last night with a friend, i smoked  i know i am totally stupid...ggrrrrr i am weak.hugs all love you all thank you Mxx "we all have wings, but some of us don't know why" |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
You are not weak, you are human. (That was redundant) I don't drink anymore or else I would smoke 2 packs a night. The fact that you realize that smoking is an issue is huge. Stop beating yourself up and what WE (or anyone else thinks) doesn't matter, YOU do. |
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Essorant Member Elite
since 2002-08-10
Posts 4769Regina, Saskatchewan; Canada |
I dare you to resort to: not giving up! |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
http://www.smokehelp.org/html/picture_this.html http://www.testify.freeserve.co.uk/smoke/compare.jpg a thousand words --  the important thing is to not think that if you've had a cig that you've failed -- you can start quitting right back up. personally haven't had a cigar in maybe 6 months -- not because I was intentionally quitting -- there just isn't any craving associated with cigar smoking -- nor inhaling -- but I've helped people with weight and training issues quite a bit -- and if people can overcome food addictions and still have to eat -- then you can overcome this one if it's what you want.. glad you're working on it |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Oh did I love my smokes, and even I quit! Although I gained a bit of weight. (a bit she says winking) I am not sorry I quit. I hate the smell of them now but at the same time wanting one, but that lasts only a few seconds. What gets me now is the smell of the people who smoke, and I can't believe I ever tried to "sneak" one, as the smell sticks on their clothes and hair all darn day and I was the same, LOL! Hang in there, and reward yourself at the end of each day. Do it day by day Marie, just one day at a time. Been about 5 years now for me I think, as you get to a point you don't count when it's finally over. I hate to tell you that I was like Mike, quit tons of times, but when you are ready you will quit, and I guess I was ready. Hope you make it! Non-smokers don't get "this" but nicotene is right up there in being one of the hardest drug to kick and withdraw from. Good luck and cut yourself some slack - take it one day at a time. |
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Essorant Member Elite
since 2002-08-10
Posts 4769Regina, Saskatchewan; Canada |
You may also set a strong example for your friends by not smoking anymore. If you stop they may too [This message has been edited by Essorant (05-03-2005 06:40 PM).] |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Better yet, think of your son without a mother. |
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