I am a single mom, and I have found that I really never buy myself anything... the kids always need clothes or shoes, or some fee for school. . . since I have quit smoking, I realized that I do deserve things too. So now, when I go to the mall and see an outfit or shoes that I want, I buy them. I have never bought myself something because I wanted it. Now, I justify it by thinking of all the money I have saved by not smoking. And, I realize every once in a while... I deserve it.

Oh, and Ice Cream... I always reward myself with ice cream. That way I do not feel guilty about eating it because it is a 'special' occasion.

I am reaally struggling with this. Today is day 24 and so far my car broke down, my computer crashed, and I have had several other issues making it difficult to treat myself. I did get myself a few air fresheners that I spray whe I need a pick me up. Crazy how different my sense of smell is already.

The only reward I really give myself is fabric.....except on my Anniversary....then I bake me my favorite cake and write "YAY ME!!!" on it!

Daisy, it doesn't have to cost anything to reward yourself. Take a nice bubble bath with candles and soft music. Give yourself a facial or manicure. Take a long walk with your favorite music playing. Sleep in if possible...Just keep telling yourself that this is your reward...Lots of luck. Hugs Mayberry

Deb is right, you don't have to spend money to reward yourself. Every day you are 'quit' is a reward in itself, you will be healthier and feel great. However, a little "gold jewelry" doesn't hurt either...LOL

Last Spring, I bought myself some really cute yard ornaments (they were on sale...so was able to get a few).
At my 6th month quit, I purchased a 50" HD tv....even though I didn't need it....the price was right and I felt really good about my quit.
I'm quickly approaching my one year quit and have no idea what I'll do....I'll just surprise myself :P

Thanks for the great ideas! I will use these for sure. I love the idea of making a cake and writing yay me on it. That is brilliant Ellsiesue and I love cake :)

Hello All,

I've gotten myself some great rewards at my milestones. I just passed my 18 months, so I got a beautiful silver and labradorite pendant. Yup,

Sometimes i struggle a little with spending the money on rewards, thinking I don't need to have anything!! But then I look at my smoke app meter and SEE how much $$$ I would have spent in 18 months on smoking? And i then make the purchase alot easier!!! lol.....

I mean I was smoking organic tobacco ciggs at $7.50 per pack!!! so I spent plenty each week!! So I feel I earn my rewards and enjoy them!

Namaste to all,

Jess

The only big reward I have given myself was my Kindle HD for my two year anniversary which just passed...and I love love love it!
I usually for small milestones my vice is itunes...i love all kinds of music so I will buy a few songs or if I have the money I might buy myself an Itunes gift card.