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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Squeemom2 01/30/2013

Just wanted to stop in and say hi! I'm still determined to be a quitter but I've had some occasional setbacks so I don't feel right taking the pledge or doing the roll call. The good news is I've successfully not smoked 800 cigarettes since New Years Day. The bad news is I have smoked about 150. (Geeezzzz....that looks way worse when I write it....150?!?!?! Most of those were several weeks ago. FWIW, my recent screw ups are much less voluminous....) I am still determined to quit. I am still on the path with you guys even though I have wandered off from time to time. I will start checking in again daily when I feel I can fully commit myself. Hope everyone is doing well.

MayberryDeb 01/30/2013

Hi Jess, glad you stopped by. There is no reason to stay away, In my first quit, I had 6 months ssmoke free going for me when I relapsed. I was still welcomed with open arms here and told to 'stick around'. I will tell you the same....I was guided and advised and it worked. I have been off the cancer sticks for over 3 1/2 years. You can do it too...
Time for you to read again. Start really planning your FINAL quit. Decide ahead of time how to deal with the stress, emotions and cravings BEFORE they happen.

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