Depression and Quitting Smoking

[Deena-A-Yenni]

I don't write often but I do visit daily and read everyone's blogs.  Helps me stay focused and alert to the triggers of smoking again.  My counselors tell me that I only have mild depression.  Well.  I'd hate to see someone with a higher degree of depression.  I have to work hard every day combatting invisible ailments to keep a smile on my face.  Some days I don't do so well but I must say since I've been eating fruits and vegetables my head has been clearer and not so stuffy.  

I have 104 days in as a non smoker and I'm very proud of that accomplishment.  It hasn't been easy at times but I'm very grateful that I haven't had strong urges to smoke...only passing thots of wanting a smoke which I quickly dismiss.  I wonder how I would do would such a strong urge come around??  We can only hope for the best.

The best part of quitting smoking is this site.  I come to it often and read.  Reading seems to develop your confidence in your quit.  I find that exercise helps both with my depression and my thots of smoking.  I hope your all continue with your quit as I will and keep blogging.  I love to read about how your day is going and your commitment to stay quit.  Thanks for letting me vent!!