Monday, Monday..

[sunshine]

So today is my third day of not smoking and so far so good. It used to be I would have an easier time on the weekdays when my husband and kids were gone but lately it has been different. Instead this intense loneliness sets in and without my constant companion (my cigs) I cave and go buy some. It's crazy how much nicotine effects your head. I'm trying to change my whole morning routine so that the association isn't as strong. I keep telling myself "NO excuses!" because I always have one for why it's ok to quit "tomorrow".

[edna-lighthart]

if i can do it, you can too! my 5th day!

[Sylvia_Deitz]

Wow, Sunshine! 3 days...the hardest of all of them. After today you'll have kicked the physical addiction and then it's all uphill for you. It just keeps on getting better. One of my triggers was loneliness, too. My husband was gone all week and only came home on weekends. I also had to change my morning routine. First thing I would get on here. Then I'd have a cup of decaf. I kept trying to drink regular coffee, but it would just really increase the anxiety, which would make me crave to smoke worse than anything. After almost 5 mo., this is still my routine. Sometimes I even forget to fix the decaf! You're going to make it! Stay on here all day if you need to. There were days when I did.

[carole_]

That's right, do whatever it takes and whatever works for you to protect that quit! Soon enough, you'll just be livin' life and the thought of smoking will not even enter your day. It does happen so just keep going! 🙂 Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[judy9]

You're Doing It, Sunshine !!! You have the hardest part behind you. Congratulations !!!!! Come to the "Game Room" and play. It's fun.

[prettyfire]

CONGRATULATIONS on your day 3. You can do it. LIke you said "No Excuses". ~Never take another puff~ wish you continued success