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...
One of the things I've come to realize during my quit is that I think we have all bought into the hype!
Who says we are too weak to conquer an addiction to nicotine? Who says we need crutches or aids to quit smoking? How did we get the impression that it is nearly impossible to quit on our own?
I think we have succumbed to the media campaign for Chantix, Nicoderm, Nicorette, etc. Quitting smoking is unpleasant - not impossible.
If we begin the challenge thinking we can't do it, then we've already lost.
I have a renewed faith in myself after ditching my patches and going cold turkey. And I have faith in all of you. You are stronger than you think you are.
Have faith in yourselves. And just breathe.
Who says we are too weak to conquer an addiction to nicotine? Who says we need crutches or aids to quit smoking? How did we get the impression that it is nearly impossible to quit on our own?
I think we have succumbed to the media campaign for Chantix, Nicoderm, Nicorette, etc. Quitting smoking is unpleasant - not impossible.
If we begin the challenge thinking we can't do it, then we've already lost.
I have a renewed faith in myself after ditching my patches and going cold turkey. And I have faith in all of you. You are stronger than you think you are.
Have faith in yourselves. And just breathe.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
I just think it's interesting to consider that we may have been lead toward a specific school of thought by outside forces.
Conspiracy theory? Maybe. But certainly an interesting topic for discussion.