WaCoyote Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 2 1/2 Years ago I was able to give up cigarettes after 17 years of smoking. Then I did something stupid. I had a swisher sweet. No problem right, wrong! I only had 1 every three days, then 1 a day, then 3 a day, and finally I was having one constantly. Heartburn, headaches, you know the story. Well I gave them up now, and holy cow! Am I hurting! I've been a complete wreck today. Can't type, can't concentrate, can't read. I'm committed this time though. Sick of stinking, throwing money away, being tired, hacking lung cookies. Any of you know what I'm talking about? Don't really need tips I guess, just want to vent. I'm going crazy!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWSmith Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! I went to my Doctor...Got put on Welbutrin...Have not smoked since 4 days before Fathers day Last year! Hope and pray for your peace of mind in the time being!!! p.s. Quit the welbutrin 2 weeks after the smoking stopped...figured it had done its job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WaCoyote Posted February 16, 2005 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! I think I'll go kill a coyote. That should help. I wish I owned an M-60 or an M-2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWSmith Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! that might work Then again so does a scalding hot bath...that will make yo ugive up anything...LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanH Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! Good Luck man! Im sure its gotta be hard! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitrrophybowhunter Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! best of luclk to you. Hold strong you did it before you can do it again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alisha Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! Don't give in! My dad and I made a deal in Nov. 2003 to where if I'd give up drinking pop then he'd stop smoking. Shortly after we made that deal, dad went to the doctor to get checked out and they found a cancerous tumor in the lower lobe of his left lung. March 2004 the doctors removed half of his left lung and now he has over a foot long scar on his back (left shoulder). He said that whenever he gets a craving for a cigarette all he has to do is pull his shirt up in the back and take a look at that scar. He's even gone as far as showing people that are willing to look at it in hopes that they would quit smoking as well. Back on topic, I really commend you for trying to quit.. please don't give up! Stuff like this really hits home with me so I'm constantly encouraging people to kick the habit! You can do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! Hang in there and don't go back! Best of luck to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WaCoyote Posted February 16, 2005 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! The first three days really hurt. Last night was really bad. Those cigars are strong I guess. Well, here in the next day or two is when I'll start smelling all of you smokers. Don't be offended when I scoul and move away, but lets face it smokers stink. You don't know it when you smoke but you sure know when you quit. At least I don't work in a traditional office setting where other people would have to put up with me. But I'm getting along better todat anyways. Thanks all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! My sister-in-law is on her 1,000,000th try to kick it. She tried a free hypnotism seminar administered in our area recently. She's been smoke free for 2 weeks so far. Funny thing is, she quit cold turkey for all 3 of her kids when she was pregnant, but always seemed to start up after they were born. I keep offering to take her down to the head and neck cancer waiting room when I go for my check-ups to see what she has to look forward to, kind of a "scared straight" attempt, but she hasn't taken me up on the offer yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! Hang in there. Never been a smoker, but my parents do, and was exposed to it all my youth growing up. Not to come off as harping, but you really need ot look at the health issues. I was pretty concerned about a mass my doctor found in my lung 2 summers ago. They were not sure if it was cancer or not. Having a thoracotomy is no fun believe me, nor is having the thoughts of what will happen to your family if you have cancer. Fortunately for me it was not a cancerous mass. Sure wish my parents would quit smoking. Just dont see how people can willingly put in their own bodies and subject others to what they know is so dangerous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WaCoyote Posted February 16, 2005 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! I agree totally. But people who haven't been there just don't get how strong that grip is. It is a force. I'm 37 so I've been around a little while and I used to really think drunks and druggies were just scum. I've mellowed a bit though. I'm not ready to say it's an illness, but being a smoker I definately understand being addicted. It sound so simple yet the power over you is unbelievable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! 11 months ago I quit smoking! I smoked for 20 years! Half of my life! I feel great! I tried four other times! But this time it was because of my little girl! She hung a sign up for the said, "daddy quit smoking". What could I do! She saved my life, I tell her that too! You can do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion_70 Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! You hit it GW.. Zyban/Wellbutrin .. worked for me!! P.s. most insurance covers the well butrin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robk Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! spend the money and getthe 7mg patches and see if thatr doesn't hellp you get thru the day. it should quell your cravings i quit 13 years ago and haven't looked back rob k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wisconsinboy Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! it will be hard but its a good idea. stay strong, you can do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodge4x4 Posted February 16, 2005 Report Share Posted February 16, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! just do your best! and vent all ya want buddy! lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWSmith Posted February 17, 2005 Report Share Posted February 17, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! Just checking in on you brother...hope today went well...(deep and wet you cant light them up...lol). Respect what you have said about people in Addiction...they are not bad people they are however overwhelmed and overpowered beyond belief with their drug of choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimT Posted February 17, 2005 Report Share Posted February 17, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! It is a very good thing that your quiting. Just do it. All the effects will pass soon. Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjones Posted February 17, 2005 Report Share Posted February 17, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! good luck i am also giving up copenhagen this weekend, should be fun at my house!! j/k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted February 17, 2005 Report Share Posted February 17, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! best way is to just nut up and quit. best of luck. don't give in!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WaCoyote Posted February 17, 2005 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! Well I made it through another day. Today was pretty bad but a lot better than yesterday. What should I buy with the money I save. I should say, what kind of gun. I spent about $7.00 a day on the average so thats quite a savings. I want a stainless berretta in 40 sw, but would also like a new .270. What do you think? Thanks again to all!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted February 17, 2005 Report Share Posted February 17, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! [ QUOTE ] What should I buy with the money I save. I should say, what kind of gun. I spent about $7.00 a day on the average so thats quite a savings. I want a stainless berretta in 40 sw, but would also like a new .270. What do you think? Thanks again to all!! [/ QUOTE ] Hang in there and congratulations on another day! Get yourself a Tikka-T3 in a 270 caliber. It is awesome!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norm Sauceman Posted February 17, 2005 Report Share Posted February 17, 2005 Re: Quitting smoking............Help!!! I quit cold turkey over 21 years ago..Never looked back.. BEST thing I ever did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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