And yes, I still have craves - they hit you completely out of the blue - like in the salon getting my hair done for the first time in 4 months - I was like - WOW I would like a cigarrette - then I remember hey wait I don't smoke - then it passes.
I still cough - although this year has been extremely rainy and allergy prone in the North East - but I still breathe better than ever. This journey is not easy - and although I can go days without a reminder - there is the eventual "evil trigger" that tries to get me to sway.
I am so excited though I swim regularly, I have started a walking program (although slow) to address weight issues ( that are minimal) and I practice deep breathing when I get totally PO'd (Yes I am IRISH). Either way - this journey is amazing - it is mid summer and I am doing this.
One day at a time, enjoying each deep breath I take and I know that I am healther today than I was 160 days ago. I am no longer ashamed at gatherings to have to go hide to have a smoke - I almost forget who that person was. But when I feel the urge I give thanks.
For those starting their 'quit" don't give up - you are one hour, one minute, one day successful! Keep beleiving you can do this - keep deep breathing and beating the urges - they only last a bit. In the end you will be discovering just how strong you really are.
For me day 160 is PRICELESS. I have spent the last 2 years trying to quit - this is the furthest I have gotten, and to lie in bed not wheezing and thinking about "tomorrow is the day I quit" has given me more restful nights than you can imagine.
For those of you that give in to the urge - keep on fighting the good fight - Don't be discouraged just pick yourself up and learn the lessons during your "quit attempt". You can do it - It is a journey and a hard uphill one - but you will get to the point where you realize just how strong you are.
Peace to you all EX'ers - I respect you all - and am thankful for the "elders" that have shown me unconditional strength good or bad.
Enjoy your evening - I will 7/11/2013 - Day 160 for me - AND I FEEL FREE!
