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tsmith6105
Member

Today is my Day 1

Well today is finally here and I'm glad to be writing this. I thought about writing each day leading up to this but instead decided to just work on myself and mentally prepare, so I haven't been posting or reading anything on here since the middle of last week.

I smoked my last cigarette last night around 9PM and then went to bed. It was pretty uneventful and I didn't think of it as a celebration or anything, nor as a big long goodbye. I just smoked it and realized it wasn't that great. So that was that. 

I'm reading the Allen Carr book (about half way through) and that's been a big help in understanding that this addiction is mostly a result of being brainwashed. Good reminder when I feel like I NEED to smoke. 

Today has been OK so far.. I'm definitely noticing the fact that I'm not smoking but when I have the urge to smoke, I just say to myself; "oh that's right, I quit doing that".  Seems to be working fairly well but in some ways I'm waiting for this boogeyman withdrawal to hit me like a freight train at any moment. I'm sure it'll get worse as the days go on but right now I feel pretty good being almost 15 hours into my quit. The commute to work was pretty tough actually and I do feel a bit tingly and sort of detached here at work. I'm hungrier than usual and I'm aware of my vision more than usual.

Writing this definitely helps and I've done the "count the red things in the room" thing a few times. I've got my mints, drinking plenty of water, and I've been on Welbutrin for a few weeks now (which has it's own set of side effects). I'm not doing any NRT though... I just feel very aware of myself I think... It's hard to describe.

I feel confident about quitting but I'm also hesitant to let myself get cocky about it. I have a lot of emotional things going on in my life right now with being recently divorced. I'm trying to just concentrate on my quit and sort of let it take precedence to my on-going personal drama both real and imagined. Oh, and I also quit drinking coffee today. Not sure if that's a smart move or not. I do feel tired... and a bit melancholy, but I'm staying positive and I have a busy week of work and other activities to help keep myself focused on other things. 

Feeling hopeful... ODAT!

Trevor

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TW517
Member

You are doing exactly what you should be doing, and preparing well for what is to come.  Well done!  Day 2 may not go as well, and Day 3 and 4 can get pretty testy for many.  But it sounds like you are ready.  Unless you associate having a cigarette with having a cup of coffee, there is no reason to give up your coffee.  I didn't have that association because I always had my coffee indoors where I couldn't smoke.  And a lot of people here were able to continue drinking their coffee by just switching some things up.  Like drinking it in a different room, and holding the cup with your left instead of right hand.  Sounds strange, but it really does work take the association away.

Congrats on the start of your journey!

Sandy-9-17-17
Member

Yay,  Welcome to EX  ...... You are about to get hit up with some of the most informative info, that will help you succeed!  

My son's name is Trevor!  Solid name!  He says to me often, "I'm glad you don't do that anymore Mom!"   I love hearing those words out of his mouth!  

Keep those letters handy!  O.D.A.T. and remember N.O.P.E.   Not One Puff Ever! 

Start piling up those D.O.F.   Days Of Freedom!  Share your journey, it can be tough to start out, but it is doable, and it does get easier!   

Welcome! 

Sandy 254 DOF

Lisaml
Member

Hi Trevor!!! 

Congratulations on day 1!! It sounds like you are prepared! My wish for you in the coming week is that you hold on to that preparedness, and use it like a shield when the cravings hit. 

This is day one of your healing from the horrible things smoking did to you. You’re not giving up a thing, my friend. I’m excited for you to use your self awareness to notice how your body is thanking you for keeping the smokes away!!;-) 

Happy Day One!

Christine13
Member

All the best to you on day 1.  I hope it goes well for you!

gregp136
Member

You are on your way!  This is great.  I like you just calmly reminding yourself you do not do that anymore.  Keep up the good work!

Sandy-9-17-17
Member

I am now finding that I get my first cup of coffee in the morning, and I barely drink half of it anymore!   

Roller831
Member

WOOHOO!  So glad to see your Day One is looking like it will turn into a Day WON!  NOPE - Not One Puff EVER!  You can do this and we are here to support you!  Be sure to take the The Daily Pledge May 2018‌ every day!

Roller

TW517
Member

Weird isn't it?  I always thought my coffee addiction was way stronger and more ingrained than my nicotine addiction.  I still have my coffee everyday, but only about half what I had been drinking.  And my taste has changed.  I prefer dark roast now.