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18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 1

Feeling down know all the benfits and am determined. Just thought I would feel so happy and in control of my life once I had given up. Looking forward to the post ciggy blues going away.

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 37

Hi Michele1 - I was in your shoes yesterday (my day 10). It was a difficult day to get through. Not one minute went by when I wasn't thinking about lighting up, but then I took some deep breaths and realized that the absolute last thing that I want to do again is start the quit all over (we've made it this far, and believe it or not, my day 11 is going so much better:-). After work I went straight to exercise and really pushed myself super hard to get that feeling to go away, and it worked! Hang in there and chew some gum, a straw, your fingernails (just kiding), and take some you time to take control of those cravings......YOU CAN DO IT!

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2039

Been there. Its a miserable feeling, but thank goodness it doesn't last. I kept having to remind my self how temporary this really is. Be good to yourself right now and be proud. You are doing a great job. Hang in there. It does get easier. Cheers, Jan [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/11/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 15 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 473 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $135 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 1 [B]Hrs:[/B] 17 [B]Mins:[/B] 19 [B]Seconds:[/B] 48

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 3131

Michele1,you will feel happy and in control of your life, in time, can't put a time frame on this. Work the tools on the left, read a lot of the posts in here, and post often , we will be here for you. Congratulations on 10 days smoke-free this is quite an achievement, reward yourself to bring back the smile in your heart, the more you take care of yourself the more the blues are going to dissipate. This is all normal and it does get better. One day at a time :)Marie [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 6/13/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 105 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,584 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $420 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 13 [B]Hrs:[/B] 22 [B]Mins:[/B] 19 [B]Seconds:[/B] 56

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2838

Hi Michele! Glad you have joined us! Congrats on the ten days!!! That is awesome! Post often and let us know how it is going! Look forward to hearing from you!

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 3368

Hang in there Michele1. It will get better. Hang in there. Keep doing things to ensure your success. Fondly, Free [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 5/12/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 137 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 4,135 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $548 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 11 [B]Hrs:[/B] 14 [B]Mins:[/B] 19 [B]Seconds:[/B] 27

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$55,018.80

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Days: 6065 Hours: 16

Minutes: 40 Seconds: 2

Life Gained
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45849

Smoke Free Days
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137,547

Cigarettes Not Smoked

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2436

Hi michele1 - It's a tough journey, the Quit journey, especially at the beginning... Be kind and gentle with yourself and I invite you to let go of all expectations of the way you think things should be right now, so that you can lean into the ways things actually are... Ride the tough times like a wave... Lean in and hold on tight, when the waves come. And if you haven't - do the program on the left... Spend as much time as possible here - go back and read old posts, as there is so much amazing and powerful info here that will support you and keep you grounded in your Quit. Stay in the moment right now... Nurture yourself... You are doing great! Stay close and post often, friend. Blessings- Healer [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/5/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 205 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 7,203 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $953.25 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 26 [B]Hrs:[/B] 16 [B]Mins:[/B] 31 [B]Seconds:[/B] 58

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 189

Everyday gets better. Stay stong and just take it hour by hour. I am still not back to "normal", but getting stronger daily!!! Hope your day got better. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/10/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 16 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 332 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $88 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 1 [B]Hrs:[/B] 4 [B]Mins:[/B] 56 [B]Seconds:[/B] 32

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$42,877.19

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Days: 628 Hours: 23

Minutes: 9 Seconds: 51

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5765

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144,125

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18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 12049

Michele, Welcome and know you are going to feel a lot of things in the first couple of weeks :) Take the time to read and look around, the program and its tools can be very helpful for your journey. You can seek added support within our online support group. These individuals are amazing and can really be of assistance to you. They have been there and can help you deal with the every day craves. Post often and let us guide you through :) Keep Strong, Josie _____________________ The SSC Support Team.

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