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13 days and still free...but struggling

rissaroo
Member
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I don't know what my problem was yesterday. I guess it was a combo of not sleeping well, stress from work and financial pressures at home that turned me into the wicked witch of the west. I feel a little better today. Drinking my water. 1st day off during the week in a very long time. Feeling pretty depressed too

Almost 2 weeks free...can't believe it. They're still calling to me though...off in the distance...I guess that is what is frustrating me the most. It's 2 weeks and after all this hard work, I know I could still pick them up in a heartbeat. what a loser. Dammit, I want to be stronger than the pull of cigarettes. I keep trying to be positive, think positive thoughts yada yada yada, and yet here come the smoke parade...it stinks. I would love it if the weather would turn warm for just a day or 2. I could get outside for a little while. But its just been too cold. Can't afford a gym membership (husband is unemployed) and don't own any equiptment...what to do , what to do...I guess running up and down the stairs putting away laundry will have to do it...maybe that 'll help the depression lift....or publishers clearing house showing up at my door instead of bill collectors....that'd really help the depression lift !!! Oh well,  back to reality such that it is...maybe i'll just go back to bed and pull the covers over my head for the rest of my......

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jill5737
Member

BEAT IT - remember the urge to smoke will go away whether or not you smoke.  Stay busy, chew gum and drink alot of water.  Take some deep breaths and roll with it.

 

You are correct - YOU ARE STRONGER THAN THE DRUG.

greeneyedgal
Member

Rissaroo.......

Stay strong! I am on day 14, and I know EXACTLY what your feeling. I hadnt planed on quitting during what would turn out to be the most STRESSFUL time period in my life. I am unemployed myself and feel like I have hit a brick wall. Quit because I could no longer afford to smoke. Didnt want to give it up (SO glad I did), but find the constant call of them to me..... Snow has been on the ground since Thankgiving.....I keep telling myself if I can make it through this I CAN DO ANYTHING...its working wonders for my self esteam, and it keeps me going....I have even inspired one of my friends to quit as well.......One minute, one hour, one day at a time is how i make it through.

molzep
Member

You are stronger than the pull - it's been 14 days right?

Go to walmart and pick up a $5 yoga dvd or something - they have some fun ones.  It's a nice way to exercise without having to be as inventive as Rocky Balboa!  And also chocolate has magical powers!

2 weeks is way cool!