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18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 8760

Members, Let's remember this is a supportive environment and we are here to focus on smoking cessation. I have edited this thread to reflect this focus. Thank you for your cooperation. Danielle ____________________ The SSC Support Team

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[quote] It is always important to check with your doctor when considering the use of natural alternatives! For instance, for some echinacea is great for fighting colds but for others with certain conditions it may produce the reverse effect and suppress their immune system. Just like any medication, natural alternatives have the potential to: * Decrease the effectiveness of your medication * Increase the effect of your medication * Interact with your medication and produce dangerous side effects * Aggravate your medical condition or be detrimental to your current state of health * Produce an allergic reaction So talk to your doctor, better to be safe than sorry. [/quote]

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2436

Hi pinktexas - Sounds great! Are you doing any exercising? It can make a big difference to take a walk before bedtime, or to meditate or do yoga... Let us know how it goes! Blessings ~ and sweet dreams :) Healer [url=[IMG]http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g31/healerwithin/lilfairy.gif[/IMG]][IMG]http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g31/healerwithin/lilfairy.gif[/IMG][/url] [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/5/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 197 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 6,923 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $916.05 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 25 [B]Hrs:[/B] 15 [B]Mins:[/B] 42 [B]Seconds:[/B] 53

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2436

Hi pinktexas - Sleep can be tough to get when we Quit at first (or later in our Quits)... I always mention melatonin as I found amazing relief in the natural remedy (as many of my clients have)... AND make sure to read ALL labels on all natural remedies, as each of us is different... Meditation and any kind of exercise also helps bring us "down" to a quieter, calmer place for sleep... Swimming does wonders for me as does power walking...try moving around, friend - especially late in the evening... Blessings - Healer [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/5/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 197 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 6,913 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $916.05 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 25 [B]Hrs:[/B] 14 [B]Mins:[/B] 41 [B]Seconds:[/B] 56

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I raised my hand! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/5/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 199 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 5,186 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $398 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 28 [B]Hrs:[/B] 16 [B]Mins:[/B] 40 [B]Seconds:[/B] 41

18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 586

I SO remember that time of being horribly foggy and tired but couldn't sleep. Miserable isn't it? I do have a suggestion but it's not probably one you want to hear :eg: Try some exercise. Even if it's just simple walking. And even if you already excercise, do a little more for a little while. While you've been feeling less energetic with your quit, your activity has probably slowed and you're not expending your normal amount of energy. Exercise releases hormones that literally lift your spirits, helps detox your body and makes you feel more energetic and alert. You'll feel more tired at bedtime. Try to stop all physical activity 3 hours before bedtime. Try a warm bath within a half hour of sleeping (when you take a warm bath, your body tries to cool itself). Also, a very small snack of carbohydrates can help you sleep if eaten an hour before bed time. Pamper yourself...set yourself up for a good night's sleep. Lastly, just know that it doesn't last forever. I actually sleep better now than I have in years. I think it's because my breathing has improved. G'luck..and congratulations on completing hell week! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/2/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 593 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 11,868 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $2117.01 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 62 [B]Hrs:[/B] 20 [B]Mins:[/B] 1 [B]Seconds:[/B] 22

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18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 189

Thank you, thank you for the words of wisdom. I spoke with my doctor today and he advised that I try some over the counter sleep aids for a few days. He explained to me that my symptoms are a normal adjustment to stopping smoking. My problem is not that I am waking up in the middle of the night it is that I can't get to sleep at all. So I am going to try the OTC sleep aid for a few nights, we will see how that works...here's to hoping that this could be my answer!!! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/10/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 8 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 176 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $44 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 15 [B]Mins:[/B] 19 [B]Seconds:[/B] 28

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18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 189

Well today was the my one week milestone of being smoke free. I am feeling great, however...I am having trouble sleeping at night. It seems like I can't get comfortable...I am always hot, and I absolutley have not slept in a week, therefore I have been sooooo tired all week. I have been so lazy, almost seems like I have been a bit depressed, and not got any work done. I can't keep doing this. Any advice on how to get some much needed rest, or how long until my body will go back to normal sleep patterns. I am so confused, but am hoping to find some wisdom from some of the veterans around here!!! Thanks in advance for the advice. [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/10/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 8 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 161 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $44 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 14 [B]Mins:[/B] 3 [B]Seconds:[/B] 55

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18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 189

Well I actually slept pretty well last night using the OTC sleep aid. So I am going to do that for the rest of this week...just for the sake of getting caught up on some much needed rest. Thanks so much for all the concern and the suggestions...I love this place!!! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/10/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 9 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 199 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $49.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 17 [B]Mins:[/B] 23 [B]Seconds:[/B] 6

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18 years ago 0 +0 / -0 189

I would read the book...actually that is a really great idea!!! Maybe a combined book of the stories around here!!! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/10/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 10 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 209 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $55 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 14 [B]Seconds:[/B] 40

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