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October 6, 2015 by SkyGirl
You know how we are always talking about having the "tools" to help us when we are quitting? We talk about using our "tools" to make it through a craving. We talk about using the "tools" we've been given to protect our Quit. Let's talk about these tools.
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Hello all, I am new to this site as well, my sister introduced it to me today. I also find that drinking Ginseng Dieters Tea with lemon really helps as well along with Planters Mixed Nuts. I just started my journey today with the nicotine patch CQ it is taped on my arm since I felt it might come off. I had that morning cigarette but no more all day. Tomorrow I will start with the patch and some tea, since this remedy helped me today. I have to stop I have no choice. I just recently had a EKG done and it was ok until my heart ♥️ flat line and started back up. Now I have to take more test. I have 3 children ages 19, 13 and 8 months old. I don’t want to leave my children. I am only 38 years old.
Welcome! Wow your heart flat lined and came back up. That's scary! Good that you were in the doctor's office when it did. And good that you had the test. Your heart will be really glad you are quitting smoking. We are too! Glad you've come here. There's so much wonderful information that will help you get through this. Chin up!
I'm in the process of quitting, I do have support from my mother and best friend, this is the first time I've tried to quit and it's hard.... I'm waiting on my patches.. I try to keep myself busy don't think about smoking..
Well deeelighted you've joined us! And I see you've already started your homework (by reading and posting). Good! Mom and best friend as supporters, how great is that. And we're here to walk the walk with you too. Most of the long-term quitters on here (Elders), began with educating themselves about this addiction. The more you know, the better prepared you'll be for the journey ahead. Yes, it's tough, but definitely doable. /blogs/Giulia-blog/2018/03/01/quitting-is-a-skill-that-can-be-learned?sr=search&searchId=ee2571cb-ad... Keeping yourself busy and turning your focus away from thinking about cigarettes is a great idea! The more you practice that, the better you'll become at it.
There's lots of great advice here. Take what you like and leave the rest. Somebody will always take your leftovers. To be helpful is our aim.
I need u to send me some gum and patches
micmean123 Members here don't send out NRT's. I would suggest contacting your state quitline 1-800-Quit-Now. (1-800-784-8669) or you can visit the state quitline and get their direct number here. Contacting your county health department or your medical professional might get you some assistance however patches and lozenges are both available over the counter.
https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/quit_smoking/cessation/pdfs/1800quitnow_faq.pdf
Thank you
There is much more in depth Tool boxes! I do recommend the more detailed things to do.