Skystorm 0 #1 November 13, 2002 Ok, it's been 24hrs since my last ciggie. I'm really TRYING to quit. Cold Turkey. I've been holding out 24hrs now. The craving is getting worse. I can't seem to think about anything without a cigarette being in the picture. What in the hell do I do to keep myself from smoking? Especially since we are going out to our local bar tonight? Gene Police: "YOU!! Out of the pool, NOW!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FliegendeWolf 0 #2 November 13, 2002 Just one day at a time, Skystorm! You can do it!A One that Isn't Cold is Scarcely a One at All Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #3 November 13, 2002 don't go to the bar!!!!!!! it's just way to much temptation!!!!!!!! stay away from activities that you normally smoked at!!!!!! ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ernokaikkonen 0 #4 November 13, 2002 >don't go to the bar!!!!!!! it's just way to much temptation!!!!!! SECOND THAT! I "quit" 8 months ago, now I only smoke when I'm really drunk... But not at all when I'm sober. Drinking beer on your second day of trying to quit is a bad idea. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #5 November 13, 2002 BZ quit smoking 1.5 years ago. Like you, he quit cold turkey. Think of it as a game, being stronger than your previous self. (No, that doesn't mean I'm saying smokers are weak, but giving in to something when you really don't want to is a sign of weakness.) For BZ, every time he wanted a cig I attacked his body to take his mind off it. He he he. It worked, but then afterward, he wanted one. Ha ha ha...so what's a girl to do but attack his body all over again?Seriously though...I admire people who quit anything cold turkey b/c of the amount of strength and stamina it takes. It's such a turn-on to know that a guy is that much in control of himself and stamina is always a good thing. I never asked BZ to quit, but I'm SURE glad he did. Go with what you really want...if you really want to quit, then keep going on the same track you're on Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skystorm 0 #6 November 13, 2002 Quote stay away from activities that you normally smoked at!!!!!! That's practically EVERYWHERE!!! And I really chainsmoked at any skydiving event.Mmmm, maybe I should ask my b/f to attack my body each time I crave.... Gene Police: "YOU!! Out of the pool, NOW!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #7 November 13, 2002 Quote BZ quit smoking 1.5 years ago. Like you, he quit cold turkey. Think of it as a game, being stronger than your previous self. (No, that doesn't mean I'm saying smokers are weak, but giving in to something when you really don't want to is a sign of weakness.) For BZ, every time he wanted a cig I attacked his body to take his mind off it. He he he. It worked, but then afterward, he wanted one. Ha ha ha...so what's a girl to do but attack his body all over again? I hate BZ. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #8 November 13, 2002 He he he....you're just jealous of his toys Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Galen 0 #9 November 13, 2002 A bar (or drinking for that matter) is a bad bad idea. I recommed waiting until it's been at least 4 or 5 days. If you're going to go anyway try to sit back at a table as opposed to the bar or outside if they have outside seating. Take it easy on the drinking. Find someone to make out with (helps with the oral fixation). Respect the Dolphin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #10 November 13, 2002 QuoteHe he he....you're just jealous of his toys Am I that transparent? _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
christoofar 0 #11 November 13, 2002 Quote Ok, it's been 24hrs since my last ciggie. I'm really TRYING to quit. Cold Turkey. I've been holding out 24hrs now. The craving is getting worse. I can't seem to think about anything without a cigarette being in the picture.What in the hell do I do to keep myself from smoking? Especially since we are going out to our local bar tonight? I quit quitting last year. My family has a history of cancer, and three of my ancestors died of aneurisms. I am resigned to the fact that I will be dead by age 55... so why stop smoking now? So I can live til 56? Whatever. ____________________________________________________________ I'm RICK JAMES! Fo shizzle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
base704 0 #12 November 13, 2002 Try the patch, and/or nicorette gum...It took me both to even start to settle the craving. Once you've given your body the nicotine, there is nothing other than a psychological craving left to deal with.(bad enough, I know, but hey... one thing at a time). I've been off the smokes for over a year now, after 24 years of anywhere from one to three packs a day. It's not easy, but it is worth it in the long run...if nothing else, just think of the money you'll save...You can get a lot more done with a kind word and a gun than with a kind word alone. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #13 November 13, 2002 I quit for about a year and a half once. Then I got divorced.... Anyway....it's the first 3 days that are the worst. Think of it as a challenge, drink lots of water, and exercise. It's really just a mental game. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildblue 4 #14 November 13, 2002 Stay away from the patches and gums - they do nothing but put you in a constant state of nicotine withdraw. Drink lots of juice and water the first few days. Download something like this - it'll tell you how much money you've saved - that should be motivation enough! The first three days are hard, because your body actually goes through nicotine withdraw. Then it's just a matter of keep your head strong. When you want a cigarette, know that the urge will go away, whether or not you have one. Remind yourself why you want to quit, think of reasons to not have that one. And you can't say "Oh, I'll just have one" And I agree with everyone else, stay away from the bar right now. And know this - sometime in the next few months, something will happen, and you'll use that to justify starting smoking again - divorce, your dog dies, work gets stressful, a big exam comes up, your favorite team goes to the super bowl.... something.... prepare for that now, and don't let it happen.it's like incest - you're substituting convenience for quality Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skystorm 0 #15 November 14, 2002 Patches and gum is too expensive over here and not that readily available. But I think the worst of the withdrawl is over. Although my lungs feel that they're gonna burst. Is it normal for your lungs to pain after quitting? I'm sticking to sucking things. Get your minds out of the gutter, I mean lollipops and chocolate!! Gene Police: "YOU!! Out of the pool, NOW!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scratch 0 #16 November 14, 2002 Howzit Stormy. I am stopping on 1 Dec and am not looking forward to it. So just think about it, when you are busy seeing the light at the end of the tunnel I will be busy kakking myself. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bluefingers 0 #17 November 14, 2002 Didn't you quit the other day? Why you waiting until the 1st .... start today! I will try my best to be nice Kerry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikkimouse 0 #18 November 14, 2002 hey scratch -- why december 1st? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
outofit 0 #19 November 14, 2002 i did well with patch right up until the point i started drinkin beer and then all hell broke loose. the patch came off and i was back to smokin again. btw those patches r in the drawer just sittin there. thus, i would strongly recommend not drinking. hell maybe u could kill 2 birds with one stone! It is better to be dead and cool than alive and uncool! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scratch 0 #20 November 14, 2002 Kerry Yes I did.....for all of 24hrsMouse I am getting a housemate on 15 Dec who hates smoking. As good a reason as any I suppose...it was part of the deal Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikkimouse 0 #21 November 14, 2002 scratch -- aaah, I see; makes sense. good luck with it! skystorm -- I've been told many times the first week or so is the worst (several friend quit recently), and these guys seem to back that up -- stick in there, you'll get through it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bluefingers 0 #22 November 14, 2002 I'm getting one of them housemates in Feb. Part of the deal was we find a place with a small garden a) for my cats and b) so I've got somewhere to have a ciggie in comfort! Kerry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scratch 0 #23 November 14, 2002 Quote so I've got somewhere to have a ciggie in comfort! I have a garden but I use it to grow......ag no nevermind Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skystorm 0 #24 November 14, 2002 Scratch, Just make damn sure that housemate of yours don't get her hands on some Swazi or whatever!! I took a pull from my b/f ciggie this morning, and man it hit me right between the eyes. And I came to the conclusion that I hated the taste. Now it's just breaking the habit. I used to light up when visiting DZ.com. Now I have to find the strenght to resist the urge to go buy a packet. I don't even carry cash in my wallet, but I do have a credit card. Think I should leave that at home from now on. Gene Police: "YOU!! Out of the pool, NOW!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ernokaikkonen 0 #25 November 14, 2002 Hey Skystorm If you tend to be online at this time of the day, stop by our other place where useless chitchat isn't post-whoring... The link is in my signature! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
