Cigarettes

[jmb]

Been 10 years today since I picked up a cigarette. I feel I have been through quite a bit but managed not to smoke

[russellsmojo]

Congrats! That’s awesome. I have watched multiple loved ones suffer from smoking.



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[kaneboats]

Good for you, Jack! Over 16 years for me.

[sandm]

congrats. never took it up but my sis and hubby are closing in on the 10 year mark. sure made boating a whole lot more enjoyable not having to stop and let them light up on the swimdeck.

[jmb]

Good for you, Jack! Over 16 years for me.

Didn't know you ever smoked. Good for you too

[jmb]

congrats. never took it up but my sis and hubby are closing in on the 10 year mark. sure made boating a whole lot more enjoyable not having to stop and let them light up on the swimdeck.

Yep. That's where I smoked. On the boats back porch, lol

[rdlangston13]

Yep. That's where I smoked. On the boats back porch, lol

Congratulations! I never picked up the habit my dad does it and he has quit and restarted multiple time, shows just how hard it can be to quit and stick with it.

[Ed_Geary]

When I quit smoking in 2000, I got hooked on the patch.

Kinda fun - slap the patch on and 15 minutes later it was like morphine kicking in.

[1967Goat]

May 4, 2007 was the last time for me!

[sandm]

1967, if you wanted to pick it up again or learn how to play roulette, hankiced can help ya out :)

[Striker1s]

I am looking for a way to quit smoking, but don't want to try al the shit like e-cigarette with liquids and things like that. I want to quit by myself.

[DNIXD99]

Congrats. Smoked for 10yrs. Quit 15yrs ago, but occasionally smoke when drinking. Fortunately, it only reminds me of why I quit lol

[jmb]

I set them down @ 9:00 pm and never lit another one up. Ya got to want to bad enough to do it. Been 12 years. No patches, no nothing. Cold Turkey. They are to damn expensive.

[EmilyGims]

Congrats, y'all here are strong, super proud of everyone. 12 years is huge, a lot of my friends have tried to quit as well but only a few succeeded because it's really hard to not go back to this harmful habit. Most only last a week or up to a month and start to it again.

[Turbinesurgeon]

I was a heavy smoker. I did hypnosis and never smoked again. That was 19 years ago. Best $40 I ever spent.


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[mrgrtt123]

My partner used to be a heavy smoker during his younger days. It took some time for him to get rid of his addiction but with perseverance, he has managed to quit smoking. Now he is just busy with our wheels and tires (https://4wheelonline.com/wheel-and-tire-packages.283376) business aside from looking after our baby girl.

[skejton]

I quit smoking five years ago and I'm very happy about it.

[Mike_Es]

Well, smoking is my sin. But my job would be hell without it. Working in the field, especially nightshifts... sometimes it's really tough, but a cigarette from time to time helps to release the stress you accumulated

[folsinka]

I smoke two packages a day for several years.... :(

[haknslash]

I have smoked for 25 years or so, maybe more. I smoked a pack a day or close to it. Ever since this whole virus thing and us self isolating I have reduced my smoking to 1 cigarette a day!! I do it by only taking a drag or two and then putting it out until the next craving many hours later. It has been awesome and I did this cold turkey as I have been wanting to quit for many years. I am not one to like medications and such so I never tried them due to all the scary side effects. I used to think there is no way I could stop smoking especially with my hectic and stressful job but here I am cutting this habit during probably the most stressed I’ve been during this uncertainty! If I can do it anyone can do it. Obviously I’m not out of the woods yet but I can tell I feel much better compared to smoking a pack a day. I don’t even have morning cravings on most days. I’ve had some headaches but probably stress related more then the cigs but who knows because these days they have chemicals and crap in them. Anyways just wanted to share since March 13th I’ve made huge strides in kicking this horrible habit. I’m hoping I will be able to stop fully very soon. We bought a carton of cigs in March and we still have half of it lol. Crazy!!

[DNIXD99]

Nice. I quit dipping on Jan 1. Ive never done the NYE resolution before, but for some reason, I just made up mind I was going to do it that day. Hardest thing Ive ever done. Its gotten easier, but I still think about a lot. I had to admit I cant just have one. Only thing Ive ever struggled with.

[ChrisJensen]

Good for you. Do you have any tips for smoking besides the usual things? I'm struggeling alot myself, really want to quit, but cant seem to loose them totally

[2in2out]

Chris.

I quit dipping 23 years ago, after having a 9 yr addiction. I was working frequently with this POS who would never buy chew, and kept bumming one off of me. I told him I was going to quit to spite him. Biggest thing I did was remove myself from those situations which I wanted a chew. I limited interaction with those that did chew. When I got the urge to have a dip, I went for a walk. Lost 15 lbs in the process. I swallowed, so I drank a lot of soda to cut the juice. Quit drinking sodas, coffee, etc. I quit shopping at convenience stores because the temptation was right at the counter. I started noticing how much more money I had, and started getting nicer things. More women were interested in me, since I had a whiter smile, no grains in my teeth, and normal facial symmetry. Life changed, and it was easy to stay away after that. Now the smell of Copenhagen makes me nauseous.

Key points:
1) Find a valid motivator to quit. Something you really want to do. Remember it. Make it your mantra
2) Remove yourself from those bad influences. Don't go to bars, convenience stores, casinos, etc. Don't hang with people that smoke. Don't let them smoke in your spaces, i.e. car, house, etc.if you do.
3) Find a healthy or useful activity to do when you have the urge. Go on a walk. Build a model. Do household chores.
4) Be mindful and appreciative of the way your life changes when you take action toward quitting.
5) Find someone to support you on your journey. Being able to talk to some other people who were supportive of my want to quit helped.

Good luck on your journey.

[sandm]

2in, good writeup but Chris is a spammer :)

[ChrisJensen]

Not a spammer, just wanted some advice

[ChrisJensen]

Thank you so much for the advices, i'm working on implementing them in my daily life

[DNIXD99]

Still dip free, no relapses. I still struggle with the desire, just not as often.

[AlexNillson89]

Was a smoker for 13 years. I didn't even know I was gonna quit until my last. I smoked about twenty cigarettes a day before I quit. I never knew I'd quit, hadn't planned or put any effort into doing so. I fell sick one day and my fever was about 103.5. I then smoked a cigarette and it felt like putting charcoal in my mouth, it was then I felt my mind actually taking over and doing the right thing and for the first time, I stubbed one to the ground halfway. It's been a year since I quit and haven't looked back. So for all those who wanna quit, hang in there you never know a moment that can actually bring that change.