I HAVE given up smoking

[kt2]

Good luck Mandi 

When I used the patches I found that for the first 15 mins or so it would be a bit itchy so I would put the patch on just before my shower and then by the time I'm out and dressed I wouldn't notice it.   

[dede]

Good luck Mandi 

When I used the patches I found that for the first 15 mins or so it would be a bit itchy so I would put the patch on just before my shower and then by the time I'm out and dressed I wouldn't notice it.   

Good idea, you are right they do get a bit itchy to start with. Will remember that

[Debbiebillg]

Dede can't you buy the patches at Woolworths, Coles etc now without a script ?

[Greyhoundmum]

fantastic effort to those forum members who have given up or in the process of giving up smoking.  It's very hard but worth it!!

[CreamPuff63]

She has recommended that I stick a patch on and continue smoking while cutting back, while doing this I can focus more on the things that trigger me to smoke (like with a cuppa, after a meal, while on the phone or with friends) etc.

All I can think of is the extra shot of nicotine you'll get when you have a ciggie?

Dede what is your REAL reason for giving up? The one that really cuts it for you.

[dede]

Would be money and health CP.
I can't afford to smoke and I'm not getting any younger.

My DH has gone 7 days with only having 2 smokes, he's doing a great job.

[Mama Fergie]

Keep strong and you can do it Dede.
Your DH is doing well as its not easy.
I smoked until just after I got married.My DH hated it as his mum had been in bad chest health for years.
She died on our 1st wedding anniversary the day b4 I turned 21. She was 47 
It took me 3 attempts to stop but I never looked back and it's the best thing I ever did.
You just have to take it day by day and congratulate yourself at the end of each smoke free day.
It gradually becomes easier  
We are all behind you  

[obbie]

eat jubes....

[dede]

eat jubes....

Or Mints for me for a nice fresh breath

[Amy :-)]

Or chew sugarfree gum to keep your mouth occupied for longer

Keep strong and you can do it Dede.
Your DH is doing well as its not easy.
I smoked until just after I got married.My DH hated it as his mum had been in bad chest health for years.
She died on our 1st wedding anniversary the day b4 I turned 21. She was 47 
It took me 3 attempts to stop but I never looked back and it's the best thing I ever did.
You just have to take it day by day and congratulate yourself at the end of each smoke free day.
It gradually becomes easier 
We are all behind you 

Thats a sad story MF
But its great that you managed to give up

[dede]

Or chew sugarfree gum to keep your mouth occupied for longer

Keep strong and you can do it Dede.
Your DH is doing well as its not easy.
I smoked until just after I got married.My DH hated it as his mum had been in bad chest health for years.
She died on our 1st wedding anniversary the day b4 I turned 21. She was 47 
It took me 3 attempts to stop but I never looked back and it's the best thing I ever did.
You just have to take it day by day and congratulate yourself at the end of each smoke free day.
It gradually becomes easier 
We are all behind you 

Thats a sad story MF
But its great that you managed to give up

Or lots and lots of Chocolate

[dhitri]

Good luck dede! I know exactly what you are going through. I smoked for 10 years, was a pack a day gal for a while.

I quit smoking 5 years ago, which was my 5th attempt. So far, the most successful one! I quit cold turkey than completely changed my lifestyle--did a 3 day detox and turned vegetarian and have taken up yoga.

I found that helped a lot because a) I got rid of the toxins sooner than I would have without the lifestyle change and b) the changes helped distract my mind from smoking.

I have to admit I had the occasional cravings, especially when things got stressed at work. But instead of reaching out for one, or even for sweets, I ran. Running calmed my mind.

Quitting smoking was one of the best decisions I made for myself. That and perhaps getting a Thermomix (still waiting for mine to get here!).

xo,
Dhitri

[dede]

Thanks for that Thermielove, you really did make a huge life style change.
 I can't wait to not rely on a smoke for comfort anymore. I've started cutting back now. Bring on 2013 to be smoke free forever

[astarra]

You can do it, Mandi! 

[CreamPuff63]

Hopefully you may even find that you are enjoying them less and less anyway before the big day