Quit 2 years 1 month ago
posted 2 years 10 months ago
Hello and welcome to the Community Forum!
Whether you’re thinking about quitting, have set a quit date, or have quit and are continuing to experience a tobacco-free life, this Forum is for you. We encourage you to share your own quit story, and support one another through challenges and milestones, in the path to better health.
We are cheering for you, and know you can do it for the long-term!
~ QuitNow Team
Whether you’re thinking about quitting, have set a quit date, or have quit and are continuing to experience a tobacco-free life, this Forum is for you. We encourage you to share your own quit story, and support one another through challenges and milestones, in the path to better health.
We are cheering for you, and know you can do it for the long-term!
~ QuitNow Team
Quit 9 years 2 months ago
posted 5 min 51 sec ago
Easter is a time of hope, and what better time to embrace positive change in our lives? As we celebrate this joyful occasion, let's take a moment to reflect on the beauty of renewal and new beginnings.
Easter symbolizes rebirth and transformation, making it the perfect time to renew our commitment to quitting smoking. This weekend, let’s take this special occasion to let go of the habit that no longer serves us and embrace the fresh start that quitting smoking brings.
If you're considering quitting smoking or if you've already taken that courageous step, we want to congratulate you on your wonderful decision and offer you our heartfelt encouragement and support. Your decision to prioritize your health and well-being is truly admirable, and we believe in your strength and determination to succeed on this journey.
Quitting smoking may come with challenges, but remember that every step forward is a victory worth celebrating. Whether you're in the early stages of quitting or have been smoke-free for some time, know that you are making a profound difference in your life and the lives of those around you.
This Easter, let's renew our commitment to health and happiness. Let's breathe in the fresh air of freedom from tobacco and embrace the vibrant, smoke-free life that awaits us. Together, we can overcome any obstacles and emerge stronger and healthier than ever before.
This weekend, as you celebrate Easter with your loved ones, may you find strength and inspiration to keep pushing forward on your smoke-free journey. May this season of hope and renewal fill your heart with joy and determination. Wishing you a very happy Easter filled with love, blessings, and the courage to embrace a smoke-free life!
Easter symbolizes rebirth and transformation, making it the perfect time to renew our commitment to quitting smoking. This weekend, let’s take this special occasion to let go of the habit that no longer serves us and embrace the fresh start that quitting smoking brings.
If you're considering quitting smoking or if you've already taken that courageous step, we want to congratulate you on your wonderful decision and offer you our heartfelt encouragement and support. Your decision to prioritize your health and well-being is truly admirable, and we believe in your strength and determination to succeed on this journey.
Quitting smoking may come with challenges, but remember that every step forward is a victory worth celebrating. Whether you're in the early stages of quitting or have been smoke-free for some time, know that you are making a profound difference in your life and the lives of those around you.
This Easter, let's renew our commitment to health and happiness. Let's breathe in the fresh air of freedom from tobacco and embrace the vibrant, smoke-free life that awaits us. Together, we can overcome any obstacles and emerge stronger and healthier than ever before.
This weekend, as you celebrate Easter with your loved ones, may you find strength and inspiration to keep pushing forward on your smoke-free journey. May this season of hope and renewal fill your heart with joy and determination. Wishing you a very happy Easter filled with love, blessings, and the courage to embrace a smoke-free life!
Quit 1 week 6 days ago
posted 1 hour 39 min ago
Happy Good Friday everyone. Today, I wanted to post that I'm feeling like I'm in a critical point in my Quit. I'm taking out the slip-up cigarettes I've been having and really trying hard to go completely smoke - free. I know I can do this because I've done it before. It just requires a little extra effort. I was crying yesterday because I feel like I've reached the end point with smoking. There is nothing left for me to learn about myself and smoking and it's time now to let go completely, and for life, smoking cigarettes. It's a little scary because I've smoked for 50 years, but it feels right. I'm sleeping better now and feeling physically much improved. It's worth it to quit.
Quit 2 weeks 6 days ago
posted 13 hours 37 min ago
Hi everyone, I had a slip, all it did was make me dizzy. I had been struggling for days and finally gave in. I don’t know if I have to start all over again. Can I continue with my 19 days. Someone here mention that quitting was harder 3 days, 3 weeks and 3 months..
I really want to keep going, I feel like I’m back on track with no cravings today.
with no craving today.
I really want to keep going, I feel like I’m back on track with no cravings today.
with no craving today.
Quit 1 week 6 days ago
posted 1 day 12 hours ago
I had a slip-up cigarette today and learned something about myself. I thought I needed to have cigarettes handy in case I get strong anger at someone or something. As I thought about things I realized that I've had problems with anger when I was smoking freely and the cigarettes didn't help with the anger then. If anything, they made my anger worse because as I smoked I just ruminated about the thing that was making me angry. If cigarettes didn't make any positive difference in the past why would I need to have cigarettes handy just in case I get angry again? I put my pack of smokes under the tap and then threw them in the garbage. I can't have cigarettes available because I will smoke them. Has anybody had anger since quitting and how did you cope?
Quit 5 days 8 hours ago
posted 1 day 20 hours ago
I am on day four. There's a part of me that wants to say, so far this hasn't been so bad. But another part of me is saying, am I kidding? Yesterday was brutal. I struggled at work, I can't seem to focus only to have my day end by getting butchered at the doctors office. I went in for a procedure that requires local freezing and I didn't end up getting the area frozen. It was bruatal , so so painful. Even after all this, I didn't light up. I thought about it, i came close, but i kept hearing this NO. I muddled through. Barely slept all night. And somehow I'm wide awake but so tired at the same time.
Quit 6 years ago
posted 2 days ago
The power of quitting.
Quitting may seem like a daunting process but it can also be very empowering as you begin to regain control of the addiction. Start imagining how much strength and confidence you will gain if you say "NO" to the cravings. Here are a few tips that can help shift your perspective and motivate you to quit:
-Write a good bye letter to the cigarettes. A lot of the time people consider the cigarettes to be their friend or companion, so we need to engage in closure with them to help us move forward in the quit.
-Imagine your life as a non-smoker. What benefits are you gaining? How does your sense of self change?
-Write your motivations for quitting on sticky notes and place them in different areas of your home. This can help keep you on track and remind you why you want to quit.
-Speak your quit into existence. Share with others that you are quitting as this can help hold you accountable but also ensure you have support from friends and family during your quit.
You can also call a Quit Coach to help explore your motivations further and shift your perspective at 1-877-455-2233
We are here for you!
Quitting may seem like a daunting process but it can also be very empowering as you begin to regain control of the addiction. Start imagining how much strength and confidence you will gain if you say "NO" to the cravings. Here are a few tips that can help shift your perspective and motivate you to quit:
-Write a good bye letter to the cigarettes. A lot of the time people consider the cigarettes to be their friend or companion, so we need to engage in closure with them to help us move forward in the quit.
-Imagine your life as a non-smoker. What benefits are you gaining? How does your sense of self change?
-Write your motivations for quitting on sticky notes and place them in different areas of your home. This can help keep you on track and remind you why you want to quit.
-Speak your quit into existence. Share with others that you are quitting as this can help hold you accountable but also ensure you have support from friends and family during your quit.
You can also call a Quit Coach to help explore your motivations further and shift your perspective at 1-877-455-2233
We are here for you!
Quit 3 months 1 week ago
posted 3 days 2 hours ago
Well,
I am at 100 days now
I used patches and somewhat slowly moving down in strength
I just wish I felt better
I finally stopped the patch about 2 1/2 weeks ago
Even though it was a very small amount of nicotine , it still has been brutal
For the last 3 weeks of using the patch I only removed one side of the patch so assuming I was only getting 3.5 mg and had slowly stopped wearing patch all day
Since the beginning of stopping smoking , I have had the worst sweats during the day Some through the night but worse through the day
I had many many symptoms through my journey but this on has been the worse
I can not find any information as to why this is happening Everything I read talks about sweating through the night
I guess I still went through withdrawal when i finally stopped the patches as I still feel
Like crap
On the last couple of days I feel
Short of breathe and my O2 levels is slightly lower
I kinda ache all over
To many problems to mention
Just trying to stay afloat
I am at 100 days now
I used patches and somewhat slowly moving down in strength
I just wish I felt better
I finally stopped the patch about 2 1/2 weeks ago
Even though it was a very small amount of nicotine , it still has been brutal
For the last 3 weeks of using the patch I only removed one side of the patch so assuming I was only getting 3.5 mg and had slowly stopped wearing patch all day
Since the beginning of stopping smoking , I have had the worst sweats during the day Some through the night but worse through the day
I had many many symptoms through my journey but this on has been the worse
I can not find any information as to why this is happening Everything I read talks about sweating through the night
I guess I still went through withdrawal when i finally stopped the patches as I still feel
Like crap
On the last couple of days I feel
Short of breathe and my O2 levels is slightly lower
I kinda ache all over
To many problems to mention
Just trying to stay afloat
Quit 6 days 8 hours ago
posted 3 days 11 hours ago
Hello
I have two days smoke free. I hope joining this group will provide support to get smoke free again and back to myself. I’ve just had a five month relapse after seven years. Life has just gotten worse and worse everyday that I have smoked!
I have two days smoke free. I hope joining this group will provide support to get smoke free again and back to myself. I’ve just had a five month relapse after seven years. Life has just gotten worse and worse everyday that I have smoked!
Quit 9 years 2 months ago
posted 3 days 21 hours ago
Why do we feel guilty after smoking? Feeling guilty for smoking is a common experience for many individuals, and it can stem from various factors. Understanding why we may be feeling guilty can help us address these emotions and move forward positively. Here are some reasons why we might be feeling guilty for smoking:
We may feel guilty about smoking because of societal pressure or judgment from others who view smoking as a negative behavior.
Smoking can be an expensive habit, and the financial costs associated with purchasing cigarettes can contribute to feelings of guilt, especially if we're struggling to afford other essential expenses or financial goals.
Smoking is widely known to have damaging effects on health, increasing the risk of various diseases such as lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory problems. If we are aware of these health risks and still choose to smoke, we may experience guilt about potentially compromising our health.
Smoking can conflict with our personal beliefs, values, and self-image. If we perceive smoking as incongruent with the image, we have about ourselves or want to project to others, we may experience guilt for engaging in behavior that contradicts these ideals.
Smoking can affect the people around us, including our family members, friends, and pets. Secondhand smoke exposure can harm the health of nonsmokers and contribute to feelings of guilt for exposing them to harmful substances.
If we've attempted to quit smoking in the past but have been unsuccessful, we may feel guilty about our perceived lack of determination or inability to break free from this nicotine addiction. This sense of “failure” can increase feelings of guilt and self-blame.
Sometimes we turn to smoking as a way to cope with stress, anxiety, or other challenging emotions. If we feel guilty about using smoking as a coping mechanism, we may recognize that it's not a healthy way to address underlying issues.
Reflecting on the consequences of smoking, such as the impact on our health, relationships, or quality of life, can lead to feelings of regret and shame. These emotions may contribute to a sense of guilt for engaging in behavior that we know is harmful or counterproductive.
It's important to acknowledge and explore these feelings of guilt with compassion and understanding. Rather than dwelling on past mistakes or self-blame, we can focus on taking positive steps towards quitting smoking and improving our health and well-being. Seeking support from healthcare professionals or loved ones can also help us navigate these emotions and develop effective strategies for quitting smoking for good.
We may feel guilty about smoking because of societal pressure or judgment from others who view smoking as a negative behavior.
Smoking can be an expensive habit, and the financial costs associated with purchasing cigarettes can contribute to feelings of guilt, especially if we're struggling to afford other essential expenses or financial goals.
Smoking is widely known to have damaging effects on health, increasing the risk of various diseases such as lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory problems. If we are aware of these health risks and still choose to smoke, we may experience guilt about potentially compromising our health.
Smoking can conflict with our personal beliefs, values, and self-image. If we perceive smoking as incongruent with the image, we have about ourselves or want to project to others, we may experience guilt for engaging in behavior that contradicts these ideals.
Smoking can affect the people around us, including our family members, friends, and pets. Secondhand smoke exposure can harm the health of nonsmokers and contribute to feelings of guilt for exposing them to harmful substances.
If we've attempted to quit smoking in the past but have been unsuccessful, we may feel guilty about our perceived lack of determination or inability to break free from this nicotine addiction. This sense of “failure” can increase feelings of guilt and self-blame.
Sometimes we turn to smoking as a way to cope with stress, anxiety, or other challenging emotions. If we feel guilty about using smoking as a coping mechanism, we may recognize that it's not a healthy way to address underlying issues.
Reflecting on the consequences of smoking, such as the impact on our health, relationships, or quality of life, can lead to feelings of regret and shame. These emotions may contribute to a sense of guilt for engaging in behavior that we know is harmful or counterproductive.
It's important to acknowledge and explore these feelings of guilt with compassion and understanding. Rather than dwelling on past mistakes or self-blame, we can focus on taking positive steps towards quitting smoking and improving our health and well-being. Seeking support from healthcare professionals or loved ones can also help us navigate these emotions and develop effective strategies for quitting smoking for good.
Quit 5 days 8 hours ago
posted 3 days 23 hours ago
I'm back at attempting to quit again. I went right back to smoking after 6 weeks of not smoking back in 2022. Yesterday was my quit day. I am dissapointed in myself. I am tired. Tired of spending all this money and we all know how expensive those bad boys are. Tired of being an active person who goes to the gym regularly and yet was a smoker. Tired of having having to use body spray to hide the smoke smell. Just tired. And I know this is going to be hard. partof me is frightened by that. Smoking is/was a friend to me. When stressed, hurt, angry. And, when happy, and content with life. It feels like i'm saying goodbye to a friend, someone who helped me overcome so much. Who was always there, whatever I was feeling, smoking was there. Now, i'm sad and scared. I already excersize and go to the gym, hikes etc.. what am i going to do to replace this ? I'm sorry for the rant. Thank you for readying. :)
Quit 1 week 6 days ago
posted 4 days 3 hours ago
Spent 5 minutes looking for my cigarettes this morning when I first woke up and wasn't thinking clearly and then remembered I threw them out. I feel good this morning. I put my slip up cigarettes of yesterday behind me and are focusing on now being smoke free again. Not smoking is way better than smoking. I have a glow in my face when I look in the mirror instead of my former smoker's pasty white face. My circulation is better like MJ says it is for him/her. I'm calmer and my vision has improved. For anyone struggling to get a quit going it is completely worth it and you will feel results almost as soon as you put out your last cigarette. Thanks to everyone on the forum and my Quit Coaches for getting me to this point.
Quit 5 days 8 hours ago
posted 4 days 13 hours ago
I began smoking at age 15 and smoked as a closet smoker as no one in my family ever smoked.i began smoking clove cigarettes and they were really strong and made my voice horse.i quit at age 26 and stayed quit til I was 44 then began smoking due to stress again. I still was ashamed to smoke so I did it when I was alone so no one would see me. I quit again for a few years but moved into a new apartment complex and there to meet others they hang out in the smoking gazebo so after I’d been here 6 months I went to “ hang out” with the smokers my partner said “ your better than that” and he pass3d away just recently December 3 rd 2023 so I smoked heavily for awhile I dislike it so much so many things I don’t like about it I go to yoga twice a week cardio once a week and spin twice a week and feel smoking doesn’t go with my lifestyle and I want to stay healthy. So I need a community of support around me either in person or online thank you fo4 reading my story .Shareen Wood
Quit 2 weeks 6 days ago
posted 4 days 16 hours ago
Hi. 15 days smoke free, I keep thinking, one won’t matter. I have been keeping busy. But today seems to be harder, then any other. Not sure what to do. Ok, I’ll drink some water, go outside and clean some of my garden. Well I will go now. I will be back later.
Quit 1 week 6 days ago
posted 5 days 4 hours ago
Hello and good morning. It's nearly 4am and I have a super strong craving for a cigarette. Is there anyone else out there and up this morning who could tell me not to go buy cigarettes? I'm at my wit's end.