I want to be healthy. That's why I quit smoking (along with other reasons). Now, I want to be more physically healthy and losing weight and getting more active will help that.
Also, honestly.....I don't want to look like a big, fat whale at the pool in Orlando.
Sharon day 2 of healthy eating! 162 days of Freedom!
Health motivates me but at the time I quit, it was people telling me I couldn't stop and Dr's telling me I need to stop. I always continued to smoke because i wanted to be defiant towards doctors. I kind of have that personality, "don't tell me what to do". After being told I cant and that i need to, motivated me to stop just to prove that i could do it and yeah sort of rub it in their face which felt mighty good. LOL
oh and want to add, when at Drs office and getting asked, do you smoke? Big smileeeeeeee Not anymore!
Sharon,
Good for you. I think at about 6 month is when you start thinking about taking off the weight you put on while smoking. At least I am. That was my next to do. Go back on a low colestral diet I had been priviously on.Thats my next step!!! We can do it!!!
Mag182d
Sharon good health to you and I hope your healthy eating continues. that's what I am working on too!
Nothing to worry about, Sharon!! You've got a month and will look your BEST!! You'll also have a ball in Orlando!!
Candy d126
My motivation to stay quit is that I NEVER want to go through those first two weeks again!!!
Nancy
I didn't want smoking to define who I was anymore. Now, I define who I am. I'm heathy. I'm free. Yes, I've gained weight, but frankly, I don't care that much. Life is so much better for me than it was back when I smoked. I'm in charge now and loving it.
my motivation was to be healthy as well and better relations with my wife. I was angry before i quit and have made peace within me. I accept my decision and the good it will bring me. Great job on your quit. You will be just fine in Orlando and i hope you enjoy your vist.
Have a great day.
Greg
Hi Sharon! YOU motivate me. That's right, when I came to EX you were already here and I thought, I want what she;s got, my goodness, what a great attitude and that Smorgy lady is an absolute delight! 🙂
I want to lose the weight I gained since quitting because:
1. I can't afford a new wardrobe.
2. I don't feel as great as I want to feel.
3. I need to go back to eating normally and cut out the snacking.
4. I want to fit into my Betty Boop black and white polka dot swimsuit I bought 3 weeks before I quit smoking. I haven't gotten a chance to wear it yet, and it's so cute.
Moody, day 118 since quitting smoking and 2 days healthier eating!!