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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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viv0147
viv0147
When we quit smoking, we're letting go of a habit that most of us have carried for many years, if not all of our adult lives. It's only fair to expect that breaking down the old associations that tied us to smoking and replacing them with new, healthier habits will take some time. Sit back, relax, and think of time as one of your best quit buddies. The more of it you put between you and that last cigarette you smoked, the stronger you'll become. Have patience with yourself, and with the process.Viv
Trissa01
Trissa01
Viv, you bet, I already think of you as one of my very best quit buddies. I'm so glad you keep popping back in to encourage those of us still beginning the quit quest. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
forerica
forerica
Thanks Viv- you are such a pilar of strength and wisdom- You seem to have done this in Allen Carrs way - seeing the benefits and not the negatives of quitting. I will work at keeping that in my mind as well and work hard to be where you are soon.... Debbie
deleted_user
deleted_user
Bravo Viv, bravo! Patience is very very important, I'm finding.
deleted_user
deleted_user
This really is a good point Viv! In the beginning of my quit I really used my "time" as a motivator! Every morning that I woke up free of cigs was a big deal!! I looked at it a huge acomplishment which it really is but also as "I can't smoke today, I want to feel this acomplished again tomorrow morning and I want to keep my days of freedom adding up!" Great post once again, Vivo!

343 days and adding!!!
shevie
shevie
Sit back and relax - excellent quit advice. A friend of mine on another network (5 years quit, now) says "Slip yourself into the slow lane for a while."

So many people want to hurry their quit. They don't understand that quitting isn't an act you do and then you're done; it's (as you said) a process you go through, a journey you take.

Thank you, Viv. Blessings to you.
Shevie