Hi, my name is Sherry and I have been trying to quit smoking for a very long time. I have used patches, gum, medicine, cold turkey, you name it I have tried it. I believe my problem with quitting is the emotional part. If I wear the patch, I do not feel the physical need to smoke at all. However, after 2-3 days with the patch, I feel lost and don't know how to handle not picking up a cigarette, I have tried talking to myself, writing - everything.
I can't have someone with me all the time to reassure me that it will be OK. I have been told by my doctor to quit because of high cholesterol, and I have breathing problems. I have heard all of the warnings, and problems I will have with my health if I don't stop, however I ignore these things when I need to smoke.
I am at my wits end with this and am asking for support from others that understand what this is like.
