Day 1 Everyday

[mamap]

I read on this site all the time about I am on Day 1 or 17 or 345 etc (I am no better).  For me the counting days thing is getting almost discouraging.  Keep in mind this is just my oppinion but it is helping me and some othrs get through some stuff so here goes.

I am on Day 1.  Everyday is a choice as people with addictions to choose not to smoke.  Today doesn't care that yesterday you didn't smoke and tomorrow's choice hasn't been made yet, I guess you just have today.  So for those of you who slip, have a bad day, melt down what have you, who cares.  That was then.  What you do for yourself tomorrow is what matters.  Just because you had a smoke or 7 on Tuesday doesn't mean you failed that quit.  Don't beat yourself up and certainly DO NOT let anyone else do it for you.  If you are counter and want to start at Day 1 again have at 'er.  If you are not and tomorrow you aren't going to smoke then whatever.  So I decided to live my theory.

Today is Day 1 for me and today I haven't smoked and guess what tomorrow when I wake up I will decide then whether or not I am going to smoke.  Guess what though the choice is getting easier everyday.

[jimmy1987]

Good luck and I hope you make the right choice tommorow!
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[miriam4]

Wow Amanda, every day is a day 1, but for me, Not one puff ever, and even though I like being relaxed about it,  I personally know from experience that I must also keep tough, tough as Nails.  I'm living guardedly happily if that makes any sense, one moment, precious moment at a time.  Time is a big healer and allowing time to heal is a long process.  I had quit for 10 years and thats all it took was that one puff 2 years ago. Learning Lifes Lesson and a bit of self knowledge goes a long way.  Whatever works for you, as always, I wish you the best. Hugs, Mary

[eady36]

I agree with your thoughts!  I like reminding myself of what day I am on, I think we actually quit on the same day.  I like to feel a bit of progress by counting, I think once my body starts to feel a bit "normal" again counting won't matter as much.  But very true, I have to remind myself yesterday is gone, tomorrow hasn't happened, and all I have is right this minute and I must choose how I want to spend it!  One thing I have learned and had to accept, albeit grudgingly, is that this is a journey, as is life.  There is no END to quitting, I mean we choose everyday and I can get right back on the wagon like no time had past.  I am always looking for an end point and have to keep reminding myself to stop rushing to the end because I am missing the journey.  OK sorry for rambling, my head is a little spacey!  Congratulations to you, keep writing I enjoy what you say!

[lana6]

love it 🙂

[Yaya2.6.10]

Good thought that every day is Day 1. Counting does help me some cuz I never thought I could do Day 1 and every day is a plus. I do still feel like every day is the first cuz I mostly think about it constantly. That was slightly better today as I had soooo much going on, but I was on edge that the busy day would weaken my resolve. Keep up the good fight.

[james41]

confoosed!:)

[mimi57]

I like your blog.......it is soooooo true.......god bless you!

[jennifer0822]

i see what you are saying..... but I hate day 1.  waking up everyday and saying it's day 1 would not work for me. 

[lana6]

Day 1 means brand new, every day. tis works for me!