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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brokenheart1872 04/05/2016

I was a smoker for about 2 years. I smoked about 1/2 to 3/4 of a pack a day. I've been thinking about quitting for a while and then, I decided I was done. I finished my pack last night and now I've been 24 hours without a cigarette.
I guess I can do a little introduction. My name is Ali and I'm 27. I'm the blonde in the profile pic; the brunette is my little sister. I conduct surveys at a call center for a living. I'm a cat person and I'm adopting two kittens from my aunt when they're weaned in a couple of weeks. I love reading and video games. Currently, I'm stuck on LOTRO. I'm also a huge Harry Potter fan.
So, um, I guess that's me. I don't really know how this group works . . .

Elsiesue 04/05/2016

Hi, Ali, Welcome. I am so glad you are here. 24 hours is a huge success...Congrats.
Come to the roll Call and Pledge each day. They are fantastic tools to help keep you accountable and accounted for.

This is the best place for loving support. These people are the greatest!!

gracenme 04/05/2016

Hi welcome. Glad you made the decision to quit. Better to do now than after years of smoking and maybe having some bad effects with your health. Keep the quit.

MayberryDeb 04/05/2016

Hi Ali and welcome to our family of quitters. What a wise decision for such a young woman. I wish I had been half as smart as you are at this age. You haven't been smoking for long so at this point, your lungs will completely recover. Be prepared for triggers, keep both your hands and mind busy. Drink TONS of water to help flush all the toxins out of your body. The first week is called HELL Week and can be tough. Like Sweet Elsie said, join us daily for Roll Call and Pledge. It is a way to get to know us and let us get to know YOU. Congratulations on being a smart Kiddo.

lindah113 04/05/2016

Hello Ali, welcome to our little family of quitters. Congrats on your 24 hr. quit. You will be so happy one day in the future that you made this decision now at your young age before you get any ill effects from smoking. I wish I'd have been as smart early on but it's never too late to finally do it. Come here every day like Deb said and we'll get to know you. This is a terrific bunch of people. I couldn't have done it without this group and their support and encouragement.

brokenheart1872 04/06/2016

48 hours. Ugh. Its killing me.

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