Daily Pledge, Bonfires and Quit Celebrations: Traditions born from the members
Welcome - to the first, or hundred and first, or one thousand and first day of your quit!
When we start this journey, we need to make a promise to ourselves to stop doing things we've been doing for a long time. This could mean habits like smoking, vaping, or using other types of tobacco. We also need to remember that even treatments to help us quit, like nicotine gum or patches, can become habits if we use them too much or not the way we're supposed to.
At the start, things might feel strange, just like trying something new for the first time. We might need to ask for help more often, promise to do better, and get courage from people going through the same thing. We really need to watch ourselves and make sure we're sticking to our goal. As we move forward, it gets a bit easier, which feels good. Yet, we still need to check in once a day, or once a week, or when we suddenly want to smoke again. This helps us stay strong in our goal to quit smoking. And we can also come back to help others too.
Feel free to come here anytime you need. Accept the help from someone who's been where you are - they could even be on their first day, too. Isn't that exciting? Every time you reach out to help someone else who is quitting, it's like saying, "Yes, I can do this! And so can you!"
Remember, we're all in this together. There's a lot of power and something really special in making this promise as a group. Good job to all of us!
How to pledge
As you go through your day you know that you have these two people with you and all of you are keeping each other strong. How cool is that?!
If these help you - use them. If they don't - create your own. (Thanks to @JimTaddeo for finding them.)
Interested in volunteering to run the Daily Pledge? Send a PM to @CommunityAdmin for more information.
Note: The above text has been provided by the EX Community from previously posted Daily Pledges and doesn't reflect the views or opinions of BecomeAnEX, Truth Initiative or the EX Team.
I will gladly take your hand @Cousin-Itt and pledge not to smoke today. I will extend my other hand to the next person in line.
@vicky_k I gratefully take your hand as we go another day keeping the pledge not to smoke. I extend my hand to the next person in line.
@Wozlik@I am happy to take your hand and pledge not to smoke today. I extend my other free hand in support to the next person in line. Have a great day!
John
Hi John @Metroguy . Underneath this gorgeous rainbow I take your hand in support and with commitment to not smoke today. And I offer my free hand to the next one to pledge along with us.
@SuzyQ411 I will gladly take your hand and pledge not to smoke today. I will extend my other hand to the next person in line.
@PaxGlamma Taking your hand during this journey. We don't fight alone. We will stand in solidarity during our journey.
@PamelaCole80 Welcome to the Ex and the Pledge.
Barb
@Barbscloud I've been a member since May/June when I almost picked up the habit again after I have not smoked since February 5th. I need this community to help me to continue to not smoke. I'm still learning how to navigate everything and speak with people. I'm 177 days without a cigarette, and I plan to keep it going. Thank you so much
@PamelaCole80 I saw you had quite a few days quit, but no posts from you previously. Consider posting on the home page under My Journal/Posts to receive lots of support from the community.
Congrats on 177 days. That's fabulous. We're here for you. Support from fellow quitters can make a difference maintaining your quit.
Any questions, just ask!
Barb
Keeping the good vibes going! I pledge to stay smoke free and offer my support to the next person.