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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JustASimpleGuy 07/25/2011

I tried to quit a while back, but failed. I'm not being overly hard on myself, it just didn't work for various reasons.

So now I think I'm better prepared and I'm ready to give it another try. Here are some things I'll use to help me get past the first three days and stay quit.

2 pounds of lemon drops.
2 pounds of unsalted peanuts in the shell.
Big jug of cranberry juice.
Asimov's Foundatation Series.
Exercise.
Meditation.
Deep Breathing.
Walks.
Affirmations.
Quit Meter.

Any other suggestions?

MayberryDeb 07/25/2011

Welcome to the 'family'.
We are a GREAT diverse group of people from around the world...all with the same goal....
To quit smoking and to live a smoke free life

Do not forget the 5 'D's.
Drink tons of water
Distract yourself when a crave hits
Delay reaching for that cancer stick
Deep Breathing........and MY favorite
DS

Hugs for strength,Mayberry

deleted_user 07/25/2011

Good Luck! I read that book by Allen Carr, the Easyway to stop smoking I think it is called. It mentioned fear and self doubt as things that get in the way of a successful quit. Sounds like you have all the essentials ready for your quit. Good advice Mayberry, I do that every day the 5 D's. Especially the tons of water-I drink it ice cold with lots of ice.

Inneedifsupport 07/25/2011

Thats sounds like a GREAT plan - well done, you seem determined and that is key.............stay close to DS for the emotional support, that's what worked best for me, I couldn't have done it without this group.......

GO FOR IT.............we are all right behind ya.........xxx

Elsiesue 07/26/2011

GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!! And Welcome.

deleted_user 07/26/2011

Sounds like you got a handle on it. Keep up the good quit. Whatever works for you is the right way for you. Cinnamon is a good deterent when you get a crave. Either dip toothpicks in cinnamon and suck on them or I chew Big Red gum, the cinnamon flavor helps to ward off the craves for me. I've popped a couple Peppermint Tic-Tacs also. Works mighty fine!!

bmega442 07/26/2011

I too would definitly recommend the Alan Carr book. Bought mine on amazon for a couple bucks. I have been smokin for about 35yrs and am now on my 26th day smoke free. Best of luck to you, be strong, and you can do it!! I think the most important thing to keep in mind is the desire to change...and knowing you can. Fantastic ppl here, keep coming back!!

LankyYankee 07/26/2011

Try freezing some grapes. They are a great crave buster, they are very refrehing and low in calories. I also used to love snacking on hummus using raw red bell peppers and carrot sticks as my "dippers" Actually I STILL love to snack on hummus all these years later. Remember to tell yourself NOPE when you feel a crave coming on
NOPE =
Not
One
Puff
Ever
Make NOPE your mantra and soon your brain will begin to think NOPE instead of crave. Glad to have you here and so glad you have decided to begin the process of learning to live smoke free.....you're gonna love it!

jeanne36roses 07/26/2011

I think with your list and everyone else's you are well on your way. Now just pick a date and good luck...

deleted_user 07/26/2011

Good luck! You have lots of love and support here. Freeze some fruit so you'll be able to eat it, instead of going for the empty, high calorie stuff. Keep cold water in the fridge so you can grab a bottle anytime.

Hugs, prayers and love
Helen

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