Smoking Addiction & Recovery Support Group

The CDC claims that nicotine is a "very addictive drug" that can be "as addictive as heroin or cocaine." Nicotine is typically eliminated from the body within 2 to 3 days, however, physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms may last for much longer depending on the individual. If you are trying to kick the habit, this community is dedicated to giving smokers the...

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almairis
almairis
Hi

I've been reading here and decided I wanted to be a part of it. Amazing group, and support.

As I read some today, I made the final decision to quit, I got up threw cigs and lighter in the garbage and thank God it's raining so no chance of digging them out later.

I started smoking when my husband left, I was smoking two packs a day. That was on 97. I've been reducing the daily amount of cigs and now have been on five to six a day.

My daughter took me to the supermarket and I bought candy,,, so I'm prepared.

I have multiple sclerosis and last time I was in the hospital for two days, had no problem not smoking, but as soon as I stepped out I lit one,,, just to feel dizzy,, dumb, dumb.

So here I am, my name is Alma and I'm an addict.

Alma
MayberryDeb
MayberryDeb
Hi Alma and welcome to the family of quitters. Huge congrats on your decision to be cigarette free. This is not an easy thing to do, after we all smoked for many years BUT it is DOABLE and you CAN do this. Make a list of why you smoked then another one of why you want to quit...I bet you I know which one is longer. Join us daily for Roll Call and Pledge. It help to keep accountable. Get to know us, we are a fun bunch and we ALL know exactly what you are going thru. I moked for 37+ years and with the help of Chantix and this amazing group, I have been cigarette free for over 3 years.
Sending gentle hugs to you,Mayberry
e4now
e4now
hi Alma,i'm e...i'm so glad you are choosing to quit those nasty sickerettes...hard candy will help immensely...get comfortable read thru the posts and jump right in when you are comfortable ok...so nice to have you here...see you in roll call and in pledge come there daily it helps keep you surrounded in good company and encouragement...see ya on the boards *smiles*
oceanamoonjl
oceanamoonjl
Hello almairis,

Welcome to the forum here. Happy that you have quit smoking today! Check out the "good posts" and do some reading, very helpful posts, Its in your upper right hand corner-under groups heading.

There are five D's that help when a crave hits:

Deep breaths, delay, distract, drink water, discuss (DS for reading, posting & support) or talk to another supportive person of your quit. Just remember its a day at a time, or sometimes its just minutes at a time.

I have faith in you that you can do this!!!

Blessings to you,

Jess
grannie
grannie
Hi Alma, welcome. Congrats on your decision to quit.
debraccc
debraccc
hiya and welcome. What a great decision you have made. Your life will be so much better without cigs. Come to the daily pledge and rollcall that will keep you accountable and motivated
Well done
Hugssssssssssssss Deb
Elsiesue
Elsiesue
Welcome to this great family of quitters.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am SO proud of you for your decision to quit smoking. By the way you handled those cigarettes, you know you are SO ready to breathe clean, fresh air. This is a great place to be to vent and rant if need be. We are all here to help you and we are all so proud of you!

Love and hugs,
Deb
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am SO proud of you for your decision to quit smoking. By the way you handled those cigarettes, you know you are SO ready to breathe clean, fresh air. This is a great place to be to vent and rant if need be. We are all here to help you and we are all so proud of you!

Love and hugs,
Deb
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am SO proud of you for your decision to quit smoking. By the way you handled those cigarettes, you know you are SO ready to breathe clean, fresh air. This is a great place to be to vent and rant if need be. We are all here to help you and we are all so proud of you!

Love and hugs,
Deb
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am SO proud of you for your decision to quit smoking. By the way you handled those cigarettes, you know you are SO ready to breathe clean, fresh air. This is a great place to be to vent and rant if need be. We are all here to help you and we are all so proud of you!

Love and hugs,
Deb
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am SO proud of you for your decision to quit smoking. By the way you handled those cigarettes, you know you are SO ready to breathe clean, fresh air. This is a great place to be to vent and rant if need be. We are all here to help you and we are all so proud of you!

Love and hugs,
Deb
vnurse
vnurse
Welcome! You have found the right place. I have been smoke free almost a year and I would not have survived the early part of my quit without this site and all of the love and support here. We have all been in your shoes. The first few weeks can be challenging, but we are all living proof that it CAN be done. I also ate allot of candy and I slept allot in the beginning. Do whatever you have to do to get through the cravings... (just don't smoke!) I promise life gets back to normal and the thoughts of smoking go away!! ( I honestly could not tell you the last time I thought of it,,, and I am not quite at the 1 year mark)
Vikki
LucilleM
LucilleM
Hello Alma. You have come to the right place. I could not have stopped smoking without this group of wonderful and supportive people. I have been smoke free for over a year.

Please come here daily and check in and let everyone know where you are -- how many days smoke free or if you have had a set back. IT REALLY DOES WORK!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Welcome and congrats on your desicision to quit,today is day 56for me, but i have tryed so many times once for almost a year! Just do 1 day at a time, and it won t seem so hard, and remember when stress comes smoking is not the answer, that was always my biggest problem, it took many failed attempts to get it! Do whatever it takes to get over any urges, I like to go to the gym that definatly helps and makes you feel good ! Best of luck to you! you can do it!
almairis
almairis
Hi

Thanks for the welcome, I'm here and doing a lot better than expected, although this time I'm prepared for cravings after a long time. I stopped smoking before and was feeling great, then two months later I woke up like a drug addict that needed a fix,,, nothing happened to make me want to smoke again, I was caught totally off guard, now I'm aware that it can happen. Thank you all for sharing this difficult time with me.

Alma