I decided I was going into self-imposed lockdown this weekend for the first few days of my quit, to avoid temptations and triggers. Although I've basically spent the majority of my weekend binge-watching Harlots and American Vandal with spurts of cleaning in between, so far I'm feeling...alright. I'm definitely starting to smell things again so, of course, food is even more tempting than usual.
I had noticed, even before I quit, that because of the Wellbutrin I was feeling less compelled to smoke, in general. Unfortunately, I also had crazy anxiety for the first few weeks but things have settled down for the time being so I'm hoping it will continue to do both of the jobs it was intended to do.
I also spent some time recently on a popular quit smoking app with a pretty big community but quickly realized that they are nothing like you amazing people here. I'm seriously so glad to be back and happy to have your support again.
I am a little concerned about returning to work tomorrow - I used to smoke sooo many cigs while I was putting on my makeup in the morning, not to mention the one I would smoke as soon as I got out of bed, before I even took a shower. I'm getting straight in the shower tomorrow morning and I suppose I could use my breaks to continue my ASL course but I think I see a lot of gum chewing in my immediate future.
Alys,
Many of the QUIT apps have distraction games on them, have you downloaded one yet? Especially designed for those moments when you just need a distraction. Also, try putting your makeup on with your other hand. That should give you a chuckle long enough to get you into the car. There are TONS of great ideas on how to get through some difficult moments in the day here. I personally LOVE the drinking COLD ICE WATER out of a straw. The act of putting your lips on the straw and drawing a drink is like taking a puff and the ice water is cleansing to the pallate. If I don't have my lucky cup with the built in straw with me then I stock up then next time I stop at Mickey D's so I always have a straw handy in the car and at work. And on your break you'll be in the bathroom going pee. Trust me on that one. LOL.
I have total faith in you that you will figue it out tomorrow morning.
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Belle