Cold Turkey

Lynniepooh

Hi All,

So i'm 31 and just quit smoking almost 34 hours ago!

Just wondering if anyone has any advice for me....just want to see what some of you did to help you stop for good!

i have tried to quit before and never made it past 48 hours! I really want this so I think I will do good! I am feeling great and only have a bad craving when driving, so I chew gum to help! But I only have a 3 mile drive home from work!

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Lynn

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teko

Oh yes, how I remember the sleepless nights. Melatonin will help with that. You can get it from walmart and it helps the sleeplessness. Watch out for the anxiety tho and if that increases you may need to see a doc for a little something to get you thru for a few months. The anxiety bout done me in. It actually did the last time I quit as I was not prepared for it. This time I was and got some paxil for a few months to help me. Best thing I ever did too! You might also not want to exercise past 2 or three in the afternoon if yur having problems sleeping. Your physical cravings should be under control but watch out for the mental stuff. know that your success depends on your ability to not take another puff. I no that sounds easy, but it tends to sneak up on you in times of stress. AWESOME! Hang In!

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teko

Congrats to you Ray! Yes it does get easier, but with time. Hang in there!

Lynne, I hope you are still hanging in, let us know? You will need support either way it went.

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Ray54

I am 54, had prostate surgery 11/23 and was in the hospital for 6 nights. I have been smoking since i was 18, while in the hospital I decided that's it i've had my last cigarette!!! It's been 5 weeks today since I had one but it does not get any easier, I still want one bad, it's amazing how addicting these things are. Good luck to everyone, it helps to read everyone's stories, thank you.

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Lynniepooh

I went to whyquit before I quit! very good website....I am now 4 days smoke free!

Still feel great!

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teko

Keeping your hands and your mind occupied are of paramount importance. Puzzles are good too. 72 hrs, Wow! That is awesome! If you get a chance check out whyquit.com.... IT IS full of great articles and personal testimonies and lots of support from those who came before you.... But always come back here as well. lol

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jenm67

Going cold turkey is the worst and absolutely didn't work for me.

Self-hypnosis was the best thing that could ever happen to me because it helps you change your habits and daily thought patterns.

Winxtp.com has some good reviews about self-hypnosis programs. Personally, I like Quit Smoking Hypnotherapy because they have a instant download and a 60 day money back guarantee. I also like that there are audio sessions that you can listen if you develop any urges to smoke again - which is very likely.

Either way, good luck and hang in there! It will be the best feeling in the world.

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Lynniepooh

I just hit th 72 hour mark and still going strong!!!! I have to say, i am very proud right now!!! Still feeling great too! I notice the craving and just do something,and then its gone. I have been crocheting and doing a paint by numbers! I know childish but it keeps me busy!

Thanks for the support

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