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11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2534

Bump - good thread!

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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 880

Wantobefree2010:

Good for you, I applaud your attitude. I know this can be difficult and at times seem impossible. When I first came here, I was looking for hope. My initial concern was that I would encounter a whole lot of people pandering to me and making me feel that what ever beginnings I had made, it was not enough. But I never should have had such misgivings. Perhaps my initial attitude says volumes about me. The people here know what it takes to overcome the addiction and this knowledge enables them to not only provide positive support, but also to understand the frustration and fear that surrounds the addiction. That is what makes this site such a positive entity. I do hope that you will continue on your journey toward cessation with the knowledge that you are by no means alone...

stay well

nonic

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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 880

Hey Stickin

Good to see you again as well and also very glad to see that you are still moving straight ahead...It really is a difficult addiction. The degree of that difficulty does depend on the person. I rate quitting smoking as being one of the hardest things I have ever done. Most of that is because I know full well that I used cigarettes as an anti-depressant. Some people do that and others do not, it all depends upon the individual. But if an individual in their heart of hearts knows that they are a self-medicator I think it is best to be honest with yourself, acknowledge that this is at the core of the behavior and then fight to create a change. And in order to reach that goal, one must be able to imagine themselves smoke free, eventually if one is creative enough, and works hard at the task, that imagery will become manifest in everyday life. Cessation is an obtainable and worthy goal...

stay well

nonic

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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2606

Hi Mister Ed,

Thank you for this post, it is nice to hear from someone with 1648 smoke-free days under his belt! Thank you for continuing to inspire and encourage your fellow members, it is greatly appreciated.

Members, how has the program and the site been beneficial to your quit? For the new members out there simply reading the forums what tips would you give them?

Samantha, Health Educator

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 34

I wish I knew what to say! I am totally in awe of all of you who have posted before me, who all have at least two years under your belts. I started this journey with the same attitude as the title of this thread, "however long it takes", and I am still comitted to that goal. I can only look forward to the day I will feel the freedom that you guys (gals) feel!
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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1985

Words close to my heart, brief, direct and glorious; I like that a lot, perfect. Thank you Nonic.

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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 880

Mr. Ed:

Good to see you again...I agree totally with that. It is a process and everyone feels it and works through it in their own way. How long it takes to feel comfortable in your new skin is very subjective. But however long it takes or however long it seems to take is not important. The doing of the thing is all that matters. Set your mind and body to it and you will set yourself free.

stay well

nonic

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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 377

Good points Mr Ed. At the beginning it does seem like an eternity to be quit for even that first 100 days. I remembered people quit 3 months ahead of me as so far ahead of me. Now it feels like they quit about the same time I did. 1 year is the first realization of knowing you are not going back and 2 years puts the nail in the coffin. Although I still have ups and downs in life I at least never have to worry about when or where I'm going to get my next nicotine fix, and that my friends is real freedom. Rock congratulations on 2 years tomorrow; I can't wait what to hear if your going to be OK about not smoking :)
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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1843

Mr Ed, very well said! I have to agree with you that it is so worth it! I'll let you know tomorrow about the 2 years!
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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 5009

It is worth it!

There is no known formula - I smoked for almost 30 years, sometimes as much as 40 a day, but it took me a good 2 years before I tru;ly felt OK about not smoking any more. What a sacrifice, some might say. No! 2 years out of a lifetime is well worth it to rid yourself of this slavery. Yes, it was difficult, but you stick to it, keep on keeping on and you will never, never regret it.

My life is so much better now and you can achieve this too.. Good luck to you all in staying quit and being free..

ED W

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