37 days:)

[mygirls-6-5-17]

I have 37 days free today.  I guess I am officially in No Man's Land, so I am treading carefully and staying aware of any pitfalls or triggers.  The great news is that not smoking has really motivated me to get healthy in all area's of my life.  For anyone interested in a healthier eating plan, if you have never seen Fork's Over Knives, I highly recommend it! I am also consistently exercising and getting enough sleep. It feels so wonderful to take care of myself and value my health, which is something I tried to avoid thinking about in the past.  The only thing that bothers me about this quit is that I have given up my biggest trigger, which was also one of my greatest joys-reading.  I am an avid reader, but reading and smoking are so deeply intertwined with me, I haven't read a novel since I quit.  I almost have fear of getting a book because it is such a trigger! I am ok reading online or magazines, but the novels are what I miss.  I am sure I will get over this, but right now I can't seem to get there.  Have a great Wednesday!

[YoungAtHeart]

When you feel ready, you might try reading in places different than when you smoked.  Or, try rearranging the place in which you normally read so the view/location is a bit different.  I had a bout with PTSD and that is what the psych suggested to me.

Isn't it AMAZING the transformation quitting smoking has on our lives?  I think there is always a healthy person ready to be born inside every smoker!

Congratulations on 37 days!  You are rockin' this!

Nancy

Quit 7/4/12

[mygirls-6-5-17]

Thank you Nancy! That is a great suggestion, I think once I feel a little stronger I will try reading up in bed, I used to read out on the porch while smoking.  Congrats on your awesome quit as well!

[jim_ohio]

hello,   i think u are doing great....i think i remember when you were going threw first week.....i was really pulling for u.....enjoy ur freedom, enjoy the day.....jim ohio

[Jenny78]

Congratulations on 37 days.  That is AWSOME!!!  Be very careful in no mans land.  Sounds like you have changed your life around and are prepared for anything.  I actually joined a gym at my age.  LOL

[JoAnne5-14-2008]

[alysonoholic]

I feel for you - reading novels is one of my favorite things to do with my spare evenings and I can't imagine trying to give it up, even temporarily.

You are doing so well, congratulations!

[blueinchains]

Congrats on 37 whopping days!!!  I only have a week in but I am determined to reach where you are! 

I'm like you with the triggers in that one of my biggest triggers is going outside, yet I love the outdoors!!!  I want to be able to play with my kids outside but I have had the habit of smoking any time I step foot out the door.  One day at a time, though!  You are amazing and very strong.  Keep it up and we're here for you!  Huggies!!!

[mygirls-6-5-17]

Haha Nancy, the scene of the crime! I love it.  Thank you blueinchains and alysonaholic! It makes me feel strong to read your comments!

[virgolady2]

its fantastic u are doing great well done

[Lisa308]

37 days WOO HOO!!  You sound wonderful in changing your life to be more healthy.  My niece suggested forks over knives but I havent gotten it.  Now its 2 recommendations, so I will have to get it.  Congrats on your days and I have confidence you will be able to read again comfortably when the time is right.

Peace,  Lisa

[mygirls-6-5-17]

Thanks Lisa! Yes, you should get it if you have the chance, it's one of those health eye openers for sure!

[joyeuxencore]

[joyeuxencore]

Oh my gosh I can't believe you said that! I am an avid reader as well and have not picked up a novel in three months! Good for you that you are exercising and eating well so soon in your quit! You really embracing being healthy! I JUST started that a week ago...I got a Kindle Fire for my birthday at 5 days quit and have not used it...I am glad you mentioned it because I think I am ready to download a book for the first time and start reading. We have to re-learn how to read a darn book without cigarettes! Why should that be any different than driving???!! So glad you are doing well! xo

[mygirls-6-5-17]

Joy, it is great to know I am not the only one! I don't know why I'm so scared about this, but I think it's mostly because I didn't smoke any other time at the end of my "smoking career"! I didn't have to worry about smoking and driving or after meals etc. so this is my one big thing. I need to get over it though, right? There are 3 books that I am really looking forward to reading, so I am going to order them and break the seal. 

[joyeuxencore]

 xoxoxoxoxo