anyone trying to give up smoking ?

[Sidehiller]

I only smoke after sex now. I'm down to 2 packs a day.
Actually I quit cold turkey 15 months ago. I didn't even quit intentionally, I forgot my wallet one day and went without, so I just stopped completely. Now I'm one of those whiners all smokers hate. I can't stand the smell and won't let anyone smoke near me.

 

[ruffryder]

Three days down... the rest of my life to go.....

 

[maluchm]

Three days down... the rest of my life to go.....

Stick with it Ruffy! I've been smoke freee for four months or so.

 

[knee deep in it]

i quit a two pack a day habi years ago by using this very effective trick.

I took the money I spent on cigarettes and, every day, put it in a glass jar. You have quit for three days so go put $30 in a glass jar. Tomorrow, add another $10 bill.

You will be amazed at how the visual of a jar full of money quiets that urge. After a month, you will have $300 to blow on anything. IN a year, you have $3,650 bucks. I would bet there are a few things you would like to buy with $3,650 but don't because most of us can't afford to burn money up in smoke.

 

[ruffryder]

So how is everyone doing? After going on and off for a little while, I think I might have crossed the gap... been almost 2 months... Urges have gone down dramatically, though, I have yet to snowmobile so that is the next test.... Though the tests are never going to disappear....

FYI, what helped me the most was starting to work out.. Smoking doesn't seem such a great idea when trying to make a 3 mile run... especially after it...

I hope the rest of you are doing good with it, figured I would give an update and see where/how everyone else is....

 

[sky7051]

Ruffy,
Good to see you finally getting to that point. I always thought the hardest part for me would be the first time at the bar.... having that drink .... ya know you always want a smoke with it..... well I made it through that. They still smell great and I could probably pick up a pack and start right back up... but that's what keeps me away from them is knowing if I pick up one I'll be right back where I started..... almost a year smoke free now. Now if I could only get me sled put together to go ride

 

[Bman]

For anyone who is struggling with it, just remember, in 60 seconds that craving will pass and you'll be that much more stronger the next time it comes around. I've been quit since Oct '04. Hang in there.

 

[maluchm]

I've been smoke free since last spring. I just came back from seeing the family back in Michigan and was tested a bit. Let's just say the booby bars are ten times better then the one's I've seen out here. That and all the Crown and Cokes I finally caved and asked my cousin for a smoke. Damn near coughed up my lung. Felt like I was back in 8th grade hitting a cig for the first time. Bought more lap dances to keep my mind off the smokes.

 

[Pit Crew]

I'm battling that gorilla on my back right now, I quit for two weeks before X-mas using the patch and already felt great, but X-mas is not the best season for a partyer like me to try to quit.

Most days I can get by with 2-3 prime times (little flavored cigarillos) a day, unless I get drinkin, which seems to be happening quite consistantly lately with all the world junior hockey games and holiday spirit around, hopefully now things will start to settle down.

I do not suggest going to bed with the patch on...........I have dreams that really make me question my sanity, they are very real and very weird.

"I only smoke after sex now. I'm down to 2 packs a day."

Sidehiller u crack me up

 

[cornicejumper]

ive quit twice now used the patch both times for me its really easy for a couple months then we go out drinkin with buddies that smoke.. Dont think u can have just one. maybe the first time u can then next time it will be 2 or 3 doesnt take long to be smoking again... Getting ready to try it again just gotta get my mind set

 

[cornicejumper]

****
I just lit up another

 

[High Voltage]

Feb. 14 will be 8 years cold turkey. I had lasic eye surgery and the drops I had to put in my eyes weeped down some canal to leave a bad taste in my mouth. Cigs. tasted just terrible so I through them away!!
I found taking deep breathes like your taking a toke helped me relaxe when an urge came

 

[anziconda]

Started monday...on day two now. So far, so good

 

[ruffryder]

I found taking deep breathes like your taking a toke helped me relaxe when an urge came

Dang, I forgot about that... BEST FRICKEN ADVICE EVER!!!!!!!

It also helps you to remember that you can't breath as deep or easily when smoking.... Very very good info. I know doing that saved me many many times.

 

[Luke The Drifter]

I used to smoke cheap cigars (captain blacks, colts etc) at social gatherings with the occasional high end dominican or cuban cigar in the mix. I just got sick of waking up the next morning with my mouth tasting like an ashtray and beer. That was a few months ago. Now go to new years eve and I got a good buzz going and next thing I know a buddy of mine tosses me one of those cheap gas station cigars. I woke up the next day with a super sore throat. That was the final straw for me, I refuse to do that to myself anymore. P!ss on smokes, I'll save my lungs for high altitude air!

 

[m7maniac]

http://www.thursdayplantation.com/Product%20Sites/Chewingsticks100pack.htm these little guys are helping me quit chewing. strong little bastages. I guess they help with smoking too

 

[copter6]

To let everybody know, I have chosen monday as my quit smoking day. I hope everthing goes well for me. I hope that all of you who have been through it wish me luck and those who have not. I know I wish myself luck. The Girlfriend and myself are both going to try and quit on this day. I hope it will be easier with somebody I am close with everyday!!

 

[Nate]

I used to smoke cheap cigars (captain blacks, colts etc) at social gatherings with the occasional high end dominican or cuban cigar in the mix. I just got sick of waking up the next morning with my mouth tasting like an ashtray and beer. That was a few months ago. Now go to new years eve and I got a good buzz going and next thing I know a buddy of mine tosses me one of those cheap gas station cigars. I woke up the next day with a super sore throat. That was the final straw for me, I refuse to do that to myself anymore. P!ss on smokes, I'll save my lungs for high altitude air!

Drink Scotch with your cigars. Like a Glenluvit, or a Johnny Walker blend. Sorta smoothes things out. A good Partagas Sobroso or a Buena Fortuna with about 2.5 shots of a good scotch should lay you back. Scotch is like listerine, cleans all

Well....you are canadian, prolly be better to do an even 3 shots.

 

[Bman]

To let everybody know, I have chosen monday as my quit smoking day. I hope everthing goes well for me. I hope that all of you who have been through it wish me luck and those who have not. I know I wish myself luck. The Girlfriend and myself are both going to try and quit on this day. I hope it will be easier with somebody I am close with everyday!!

Dude, best of luck!!! Remember, don't give in, never cheat, you're only fooling yourself. In 60 seconds that craving will pass. You can do it!

 

[sldgy]

sure, why not