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Alisyn
Member

First Day Quitting

Today I attempt to quit smoking. I chose this date because its the day after my brothers birthday and I knew that talking on the phone with him yesterday would be hard without smoking. I've been on Wellbutrin for almost 3 weeks in preparation for this. I might also try the patch as well if I am having too hard of a time, but I think my doctor can only prescribe one cessation tool at a time, not sure. I've tried to quit cold turkey several times and have quit for up to 3 years at a time at certain points. I am 37 and started smoking at 15. The last two times I tried to quit it felt like I had a nervous breakdown after about a week or so, just losing it and crying uncontrollably, so I've been afraid to try again since then because I think to myself, I can't afford a breakdown right now. I'm in school so I need to be able to focus and I already struggle with that because I have ADHD as well. I have heard it can be extra hard for ADHD people to quit. That has been a major problem for me quitting in the past, I just zone out, forget details, lose track of time.... I'm so ready to quit. Every day I wake up berating myself for smoking and then go out to have one. I don't want my clothes and hair to smell like cigarettes anymore, I want my mouth not to be dry, I want to enjoy drinking water again. I want to stop thinking about my habit! Today I have a therapy apt. and then I need to catch up on a lot of homework. When I make my weekly journey to the store I will be treating myself to beverages I like, like kombucha, or coconut water, I'll get some gum, and mints as well. My friend sent me a pocket going kind of like a worry stone, it says "your quit, your way". I will carry that in my pocket and think about how they are rooting for me. Thanks for reading! I guess, if anyone has tips on quitting with ADHD or just little things that have helped, let me know. 

Thanks, Alisyn

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Alisyn
Member

Thank you for sharing your story with me. I have also quit smoking for significant periods that were extremely difficult just to break one random day. I know now that I am addicted and I can't have a casual relationship with smoking. I love that you said that "you are emotionally and spiritually" too. I truly believe you are right about that. Congratulations to you for quitting too! It's nice to see that there are people like yourself on here who have quit for a significant amount of time but are still on the site helping others. Thank you for your words of encouragement.

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Hi, This has helped me tremendously. AND, (google for yourself, always), It's apparently good for your abused lungs.   

Home made:  cheap pen, gutted, insert dowl (bamboo or any) soaked in Eucalyptus oil.  MMM!  Smooth, cool vapors that open everything up.  It helps fool the addict too.  It's just soothing, natural fumes, not vapor or anything horrible.  Anyway, hope you stick with it.  I'm on day 10.   Every day ,    EVERY DAY you will notice some difference; in your health, etc.  Today was so cool:  I forgot all about the existence of cigarettes about 3 times.    DK

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Alisyn
Member

Congrats on making it to day 10!!!! You should be proud. It's been a hard day (obviously), but It's been helpful to get messages of encouragement and suggestions from people. It means a lot to me. It's hard to feel supported at home because everyone is so stressed out from being together all the time and dealing with all their own stuff, so this is a real light in the dark. Thanks and keep up the good work! I love aromatherapy so I will be looking into this for sure! Thanks again!!!

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Barbscloud
Member

Welcome to the Ex Alisyn   You've already gotten some great advice.  Read everything that's been suggested and create your quit plan.  Understanding nicotine addiction and having a plan made the difference for me.   I also used Welbutrin this time and yes you can use NRT also.   My doctor prescribed nicotrol inhalers along with the medication.  I also attended a smoking cessation class and found the Ex a week prior to my quit.   The support from this site was instrumental in my success.   We're here to support you  Just reach out when you need encouragement and to share your journey.

Barb

Alisyn
Member

Thank you. In the midst of Day 2. Definitely feeling like I maybe should have waited until my school finals were over, but I'm trying to take it hour by hour. Lots of other things I should be focusing on so that helps. 

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YoungAtHeart
Member

There is NEVER a good reason to smoke; there are only excuses!  Don't be making one!

Life is always going to happen.  You get to choose how to respond.  Choose wisely!

Almost finished Day TWO!  Good for you!!!

Barbscloud
Member

Congrats on your 2nd day smoke free.  We can always find a reason to wait.  Keeping busy really helped my a lot.  You've begun the journey to success.

Barb

AnnetteMM
Member

WELCOME!  YAY!

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GLAD YOU'RE HERE!

Giulia
Member

Welcome to our quit family.  /blogs/Giulia-blog/2018/03/01/quitting-is-a-skill-that-can-be-learned?sr=search&searchId=1e45cbd3-a9...‌  If you've quit for almost three years in the past, you can do it again.  My first experience with an on line community was when I quit back in 2006.  I can say without a doubt that it is support and education that enabled me to have this 14 year quit.  When I understood the nature of this beast I was able to conquer it.  When I learned that I couldn't have "just one," (such a simple truth), I never relapsed again.  Stick around.  Keep an open mind.  Read and absorb and you will find yourself changing in amazing ways.  Think of quitting as a beautiful challenge and let that Best of you shine.  Glad you joined us.  Chin up!

I went on the patch as cold turkey never worked for me.  I consciously cut down my smoking 3 weeks before I quit for good and also used Track Your Tobacco and Identify Your Triggers | BecomeAnEX  to figure out when and why I smoked during that time and developed replacement habits instead of picking up a cigarette for every little thing.  I smoked for 43 years and when I quit I was smoking 2 packs a day up to 3.  I had every single excuse in the book for not quitting.  The most helpful tool for myself was reading other people's stories on their profiles.  You can sort their blogs, discussions, etc, by date.  You can also browse through the different groups they have on here shown at the very top.  Read as much as you can. I know I was an emotional wreck off and on for about six months.  Every month things got a little easier.  Your brain needs to heal as does your body from all the chemicals you've been digesting.  Read about natural ways to increase dopamine.  develop a new skill or hobby to keep your brain active.  You will have brain fog, but invest in some post it notes or a notepad to keep track of things for awhile.  I know in my case in about 6 months the fog lifted.  It's a rollercoaster ride but it doesn't last forever.  About 195 days or so, I finally felt somewhat normal.  You came to the right place here.  there's a boat load of people that will help you along the way....... Welcome to the eX family