Suzukidave nicotine free vision

[Suzukidave]

Now that I am not smoking, I feel so much better both physically and mentally. I have been an on and off smoker for most of my 54 years. I realized two weeks ago, when my younger, non smoking brother, had a heart attack and the doctor said he would not be alive if he smoked or drank. I had to give up my bad habits. I live with a smoker that is most likely not going too quit. This is a major challenge to overcome. I hope on the other side of this journey, she too will quit. 

[Barbscloud]

@Suzukidave Welcome to the Ex and congrats on your first day quitting.  It's important to understand nicotine is an addiction, not a habit.  That knowledge will help you to be successful.  

If you haven't done so already it's not to late to educate yourself about nicotine addiction and create a quit plan. In addition to a quit date, some aids, and smoking cessation class, I was lucky to find the Ex a week prior to my quit.  I leaned about nicotine addiction and that I need to a plan to cope with cravings, triggers, etc.   I skipped these steps in the past and was never successful.  And having the support of fellow quitters saved my quit several times early on.

With knowledge and support, you can do this too.   We're here to share you're journey.  We've been there, so we know what it takes to be successful.   Work and commitment will get you where you want to be - an ex-smoker .  Use this time to prepare for you quit on the 1st.  

This link is a great place to start:

https://www.becomeanex.org/guides/?cid=footer_community_linktobex

Also, consider taking the Daily Pledge to stay on track one day at a time.  I look forward to celebrating with you not only on the 1st, but your many milestones on your journey.

Stay busy and stay close.

Barb

[maryfreecig]

Welcome to Ex. Sounds like your sorted through your decision and are ready to make your quit work one day at a time. Ex is a great community. Since you will be facing the challenge of ignoring your partner's smoking, smobering up no matter what, Ex is a great choice. Blog, read, comment whenever you feel like it!