I'm 24 days smoke free after 45 years. I'm using the patch. I find myself crying a lot lately, more now than in the beginning. I feel if I just go ahead and smoke it will stop, but I medically have to stay a non smoker this time. Does anyone have any advice for me?
When quitting smoking you experience both physical and emotional withdraw symptoms. Not only the nicotine withdraw can make you feel depressed but for 45 years you have been covering / hiding you emotions in smoke. I would Consult your Doctor to see if he or she can help. Until then surround yourself with those whom you have fun with. Take walks do things that make you feel relaxed. The thing that helped me a lot is getting lost in music.
Remember smoking helps nothing and It does get better
Carl