Help for quitting the habit

[cajuin62234]

1) Don't keep a record of how long it's been since your last cigarette... this is a subconscious way of 'never letting go'..
NO ANNIVERSERIES!!!! Forget about the habit; forget that you ever did smoke!!!  Yes, there will be those moments, where you will unconsciously reach for a cigarette; after a meal, while having a drink, whatever....but just laugh about it and continue on.. Here is something that was given to me when I stopped smoking (circa 1989) and whenever I had the urge to smoke, I would read this to myself 3 times....by this time, I had removed the temptation.

"I have a stronger feeling everyday that I am in complete control of losing the smoking habit and I keep my determination to succeed. I let no situation allow my enemy, the cigarette, to gain control. I continually picture myself as a NON-SMOKER......HEALTHY, PROUD AND CONFIDENT with CLEANER LUNGS, A STEADY HEARTBEAT and BETTER BREATHING ABILITY.. Being the BOSS, rather than a slave, is more important to me than seeking MOMENTARY pleasure, allowing long-range damage to my body. Every hour as a non-smoker is a victory.
I AM THE BOSS!!!!!"

It is NOT easy to quit.... you must want to quit to live a healthier life.... maybe even to see your grandkids graduate HS or College????

[Wayne Baker]

If not keeping a record helps you, then I say go for it Cajuin.

I've found that keeping my "quit meter" motivates me and provides a source of pride each time I post it.  It's been a long time since I unconsciously reached for a smoke.  I'm at the point now, I go for long periods without a thought of smoking.  It's a great place to be.

Congratulations to you for quitting nearly two decades ago.  That's a real accomplishment!!

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Wayne Baker
Nicotine Free:  1Y 1M 4d 14h 8m
Not Smoked:  11,649
Money Better Spent $1,922.09

[kathyjo]

While I don't necessarily agree with you regarding celebrating milestones, I do want to thank you for sharing that quote. It is very powerful and absolutely empowering!
Kathy Jo