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...
As some of you are aware, I recently had to retire because of a heart problem. Well after quite a few tests my consultant is sticking with his original diagnosis, so within the next 6 weeks they will be stopping my heart then using the paddles to restart it and hopefully it will then be in sync. A few weeks ago I was given an ultra sound test on my heart, and yesterday morning I was given the news everything was fine, and that was a relief I can tell you. So home I went very happy I went in to the hallway and there was a letter waiting for me, it was from the Hospital informing me the result of the test I had for bowel cancer, (ALL CLEAR) so what a wonderful day I had. I wonder what it would have been if I had continued to smoke ? and that is another reward I have had by not smoking the removal of guilt, I am not deliberately harming myself, so good luck to you all on your quest to be free. Viv
I know it is still possible to get ill when you don't smoke but at least you know you have given your body the best chance of good health. As you say, no more guilt.
cheers
Deb