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Discussion created by 5Jacks on Jan 23, 2020
Latest reply on Jan 25, 2020 by Julie1960

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Glad I found this community! There’s a lot of content here to read and I’m looking forward to digging into it and being on the support team.

I have not smoked for 5 full days now after smoking a pack a day for almost 40 years. I only quit once before many years ago and that lasted about one month.

This time is different. I was finally, and unequivocally, ready to stop. Stop buying, inhaling, obsessing, and thinking about cigarettes.

I’m using the patch and popping one or two lozenges a day. So far, so good.

The thing I’ve noticed since quitting, that is very surprising to me, is that I have an overwhelming sense of peace. The inner struggle is gone. And peace is happiness.

Peace be with you.

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Barbscloud Jan 23, 2020 10:11 AM
Welcome to the Ex and congrats on your 5 days smoke free. Continue to read posts on this site. There's a wealth of information. If you haven't done so already, it not too late to create a My EX Plan | BecomeAnEX We're here to support you on your journey. Are you taking the Daily Pledge? It has really helped me to be successful one day at a time. We're here to support you. Just reach out!
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AnnetteMM Jan 23, 2020 10:38 AM
Hello and Welcome!

I found this site after I'd already quit all nicotine. Glad you're here!
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sweetplt Jan 23, 2020 11:26 AM
Hello and Welcome to Ex’s 5Jacks

You have a great start to your quit journey by having a good attitude...that will help you greatly...and yes quitting does give us so much peace...but usually it takes time for us to get there, you are there with 5 days quit, which is super. Be sure to read at My EX Plan | BecomeAnEX ... supporting and encouraging others in this journey helps you so much ... and of course we are all here to support you...Happy Thursday ~ Colleen 416 DOF
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- 5Jacks @ sweetplt on Jan 23, 2020 5:27 PM
  Thanks, Colleen. What does the "416 DOF" after your name mean?
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  - Barbscloud @ 5Jacks on Jan 24, 2020 10:05 AM
    Did anyone answer this? Days of Freedom
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  - Marilyn.H.July.14.14. @ 5Jacks on Jan 24, 2020 11:01 AM
    5Jacks I'm not sure if someone answered your question of DOF stands for it is Days of Freedom and congrats to your precious 6 glorious DOF and counting WTG.....
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Mark Jan 23, 2020 11:27 AM
Great humor 5Jacks! Way to post a profile picture!
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JACKIE1-25-15 Jan 23, 2020 11:52 AM
Welcome, Congratulation son 5 days of freedom. Quitting smoking does bring a great amount of peace which is amazing. I am glad you have EXperienced it so early in your quit. I suggest that you educate yourself on the addiction to nicotine. Being that you are using an NRT eventually you will have to wean yourself off of that also. Therefore preparation is key.
. I was advised to read Allen Carr's Easyway to Quit Smoking which can be found on pdf on the web. Another good site to get the info that was very helpful to me is www.whyquit.com. There are several articles to read. Nicotine 101 and FreedomFrom Nicotine My Journey Home. To get help on navigating this site go to. Community Help

Welcome to the beginning of your forever quit. I believe you can stay quit smoking if you make quitting smoking your number one priority. You can do this if you make up your mind that you can. Relearning your thinking that you do not have to smoke is a good beginning. Make a commitment No matter whatever happens never take another puff. NOPE. Take smoking off the table as an option and do something different. 101 Things to Do Instead of Smoke SINAO smoking is not an option. That is the NOPE concept Not one puff ever. We have to be willing to do the work. It is not by will power but your willingness to do this. Quitting is the easy part. Staying quit takes work. Learning to protect your quit will keep you on your journey forever freedom. This journey is one day at a time. Never give up, never give in. Hang tough Stay Close.
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- 5Jacks @ JACKIE1-25-15 on Jan 23, 2020 5:33 PM
  Thank you so much for this, Jackie! I will read all of those links you provided.
  The thought occurred to me today that I probably have a false sense of security and/or confidence by using NRTs and I wondered what it will be like once I wean myself off of them. I'm not ready to let go of my "binky" or "blanky" just yet.
  Agreed that preparation and knowledge is the key!
  Mary
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Giulia Jan 23, 2020 5:38 PM
Howdy and Welcome a'board! What are those colored balls? in the water of your avatar? Most curious. Kudos on your five days. And wise already. Yes, when we agree wholeheartedly to let go of cigarettes, that inner struggle is over. It's only when the option to smoke remains alive that we are tormented. Your attitude will take you far. Cheers!
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- 5Jacks @ Giulia on Jan 23, 2020 5:49 PM
  The colored balls were part of the "Color Field" exhibit this summer at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, which is a most wonderful museum set in one of the most beautiful natural landscapes to be found in Northwest Arkansas.
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  - Giulia @ 5Jacks on Jan 23, 2020 7:25 PM
    What a neat place! Just watched some of their Northern Forest Light Exhibit. Wish I lived closer!
    And just walking through their forest... Crystal Bridges Museum | Garden Tour: P. Allen Smith (Summer 2019) - YouTube
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    - 5Jacks @ Giulia on Jan 25, 2020 11:03 AM
      Yes, it’s my favorite place in town. There’s always something new and interesting. And, walking the trails during nice weather can’t be beat.
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Swanbird Jan 23, 2020 8:11 PM
This place has a ton of support and information. Welcome and congrats on 5 days and peace to you too!
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Julie1960 Jan 23, 2020 10:23 PM
Good to hear that you have peace. This quit will be a breeze for you.
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- Gai.C @ Julie1960 on Jan 24, 2020 6:55 AM
  Welcome 5Jacks . Sounds like you have a plan. Read everything you can get your hands on. Drink plenty of cold water. Exercise it helps distract. Peace with U as well.
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meWisconsin Jan 24, 2020 7:25 AM
Welcome. You will find lots of help on this site. Someone is always available if needed.
Keep up the good quit.
Terry
DOF stands for "days of freedom"
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Marilyn.H.July.14.14. Jan 24, 2020 7:33 AM
Welcome to the community CONGRATULATIONS on your precious quit journey YAY for each and every Day WON with many more to come hang onto your positive attitude because it'll get through any rough patches that you may come upon and we're all here to help you in any way we can.....
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Marz727 Jan 24, 2020 7:55 AM
Hi! I’m on day 5 today after about 40 years (ugh!) also! Peace!?! Can’t say I feel peace but what a great thing to work on! Goal for the day…find my peace Thanx!
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- Gai.C @ Marz727 on Jan 24, 2020 7:56 AM
  It gets better every day
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- 5Jacks @ Marz727 on Jan 25, 2020 11:05 AM
  Congrats! We’re in this together and we will do it. How are you doing?
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AnnetteMM Jan 24, 2020 10:42 AM
I have to add that finding this community after you already quit for five days says a lot about your commitment! Not only have to done it and stuck to it, you've recognized the need for social support to keep going! Go YOU!
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- 5Jacks @ AnnetteMM on Jan 25, 2020 11:10 AM
  Yes, I realized I had to take the first step but I really wanted support from those who truly understand. I’m blessed to have found this group.
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Julie1960 Jan 25, 2020 4:46 PM
Congrats on your quit
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