Are you new here? Newbie or Newb

[JACKIE1-25-15]

Are you new and Just signed up because you really want to quit?  Are you lost, never mind we may be lost also.  We just changed to a new platform and  we are still learning our way around the site.  Welcome

Are you Tired of being tired of smoking. I was when I quit.  Do you have that cough that just won’t go away? I did. Sick of smelling like a smoke stack. Whew, disgusting  Tired of burning your hard earned dollars? Doctor says stop or die?  Need I say more.

You have come to the right place!

Afraid?  Nervous?  Worried?  Don’t be.  Start right now by taking a deep breath of sigh of relief.   In fact, breathing is one of the best medicines for quit smoking.  Try it.  Breathe Deep.

Just a few words of encouragement.  Let me start by saying never give up and don't give in before you get started.  Learn everything you can about this addiction to nicotine .  Know the LAW! - EX Community With a NO MATTER WHAT you will not smoke attitude you can do this.   NOPE that stands for NOT ONE PUFF EVER.  Stop just thinking about it, commit, you can quit smoking if you are willing.  It is not about luck or willpower. You have to be willing to do whatever is necessary not to smoke.  101 Things to Do Instead of Smoke - EX Community , dance, laugh, talk, cry, vent, blog, we are here for you.  Stay connected.  Come here often  and feel free to ask for help.  

 Remember…SINAO smoking is not an option. 

Leave a comment and tell us about yourself. Have you set a date? How many days of freedom?  (DOF)   We are here to support you. 

[LoriB1958]

My quit date is tomorrow. Its going to be hard but something I must do. I am doing this for my grandchildren❤   My daughter passed away last month. 

[JACKIE1-25-15]

@LoriB1958  Welcome to EX community.  We are here to help you. 

[LoriB1958]

Thank you

[MarilynH]

I'm so sorry about the loss of your daughter @LoriB1958 you are making the best decision for yourself as well as for your grandchildren 💝 we're all here for you and we're rooting you on, stay close and know that tomorrow DAY ONE will be DAY WON with many more to come believe in yourself because we believe in you.....

[LoriB1958]

Thank You

[Barbscloud]

I'm so sorry to hear about your daughter.  Losing a child has to be one of he most difficult things a person can experience.   

Spend today preparing for your quit.   Have your plan in place and know that we're here to support you.  

Excited to be celebrating with tomorrow.  Stay close.

One day at a time will lead to success.

Barb

[Cookie0192]

I'm new here. Really need to quit. Have lots of medical issues that have me stressed. Really need advice and support

[JACKIE1-25-15]

Hey Cookie, @Cookie0192  Welcome to the EX community. I am sorry to hear that you have medical issues.  I do know that once you quit smoking you will be better. We are here to advice and give you support.  First. you have to have a plan. This is a good place to start to read the articles and review the videos to determine how you are going to go about your quit. NRT"s Meds, Cold turkey, Smart Turkey.  There is a wealth of information along with support to help you. 

You have come to the right place if you make a decision to commit to quit smoking and be willing to do whatever is necessary not to smoke..  At EX our resolve is to never smoke again.  NOPE “Not one puff ever.”  I suggest that you follow the steps on the web site pages along with reading, writing, studying, researching and blogging if you like.

This is all about you and what you are willing to do to be a nonsmoker.  If you haven’t read it or have not been informed read  Allen Carr’s book, “Easy Way to Quit Smoking”. It is in pdf on the web  It is an easy suggested  Also check out www.whyquit.com.  There is a lot of additional beneficial information to read and study.  Look for Freedom From Nicotine My Journey Home and Nicotine Addiction 101. Both were extremely helpful for me.  Stay close to the site and learn, ask questions. Read the blogs and most of all enjoy your commitment to quit smoking. We are here. Just holler. 

If you should need something to do here is a link that will help

http://community.becomeanex.org/pg/blog/read/5711492/100-things-to-do-instead-of-smoke).

If you take the time to do the work you will have success.

[Cookie0192]

Thank you

[JACKIE1-25-15]

@LoriB1958  How is your quit going?