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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jasmine0523 02/02/2015

Day 1 wasn't too bad but I think day 2 is a little different. I am extremely tired. I don't have much energy. I have an e cig but I am not using it that much. Not really getting much out of it except to keep my hands occupied. If I have issues I will check in later.

joemm 02/02/2015

I'd get tired also. Try some deep breathing and go for a walk.
Hang in there!!!

MsBlank1 02/02/2015

This is one of the side effects (being tired). Give into it and take a nap. Your body is fighting off the nicotine to rid it of your body.....just go with it. Drink tons of water to help cleanse your body. It will give you energy, cleanse your system, and keep you hydrated.

There are a few peeps here who use to cut up straws and used them as "pretend" cigarettes. This way it gave them that hand to mouth fix while sucking in good clean air.
Hang in there.....you are doing great.
Can you use the patch, nicorette gum, or some other resource when an urge hits?

gracenme 02/02/2015

tired is a symptom of nicotine withdraw, you may experience many things.

MayberryDeb 02/02/2015

Hi Jasmine, do what ever your body tells you to do. If you want to nap, then go for it. Yell, scream, cry, hit things( I have someone in mind) like pillows. I am one of the 'Straw people' . It really worked for me as the hand mouth habit was very strong for me. Try not to use the Ecig if it contains nicotine. Use a straw instead. McDonald's straws are the best...hahaha. Lots of luck and stay strong. We are here for you.

ann54040 02/02/2015

I really have no room to talk on this matter since I haven't quit yet. Wed. the 4th is my quit date.
Yet I do know that I got really tired and slept the whole weekend away when I quit before. I didn't realize it was a symptom of withdrawal though. I thought if I could just sleep the time away that would be good. I just recently started a relaxation tape to Calm my brain down. I started it this weekend in preparation for the final quit. It seems to help. And I've been drinking alot of water too.

grannie 02/02/2015

If that E-cig is nicotine you are defeating the purpose dear. The mind will keep craving the nicotine and if it does not get enough it will cause stress and depression.

If it is Vapor trying to break the hand to mouth is part of quitting, this I know first hand. I shoved Cheetos in my mouth to addiction. It was harder to quit those than smoking. I still crave Cheetos, after 7 years.

jazzkeys 02/02/2015

Sleep helped me get through the cravings, I just slept them away, they do last a while though so don't get discouraged.

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