Congrats to you both!

I hope to join you both as a former smoker in 2008.

FWIW, after 36 hours of not smoking visiting my new niece/nephew twins this weekend (yet at the same time chewing Nicorette like crazy lol)... I decided to seriously cut down, hopefully on my way to stopping...

Sitting here on the computer I'd go thru like 2 packs a day easily w/o even realizing, and it was disgustingly horrible...

I'm currently at a fraction of that, and hope to stay that way on my way to stopping...

I packed my everyday pajamas for the trip, and after just a day not smoking I unpacked them to put them on for the night -- and practically gagged at the stench!!

It's just infinitely more noticeable after a while... hopefully I can keep it up, and eventually stop... cuz it's literally disgusting from a 3rd-party perspective...

Well, with all the money you save (when you stop smoking) you'll be able to buy some soap.

I know exactly what you mean. Whenever I've stopped smoking in the past, my sense of smell comes back and the even the odor of cigarette smoke on clothes is repulsive.

I'm spending about $250/month on ciggies. Thats nuts!!!

Try Native American cigs (Seneca = $100 for 8 cartons, lasts more than a month)..

"Repulsive" is the right word, tho....

Geoff,

I started by cutting down. Just a hint: There are times you smoke out of habit, and times you smoke for the craving. Start by elminating the "habit" ones first. You know, pick up he phone, grab a cig; get in the car lite up, etc. I started that way and for two weeks or so, cut down my cigarets in half. You'll realize just how many times you don't really need one but lite up. It's the craving for a cigaret that is very hard but it can be done.

TIS

Wow, I don't even spend that much on wine, and I like to drink wine more than I used to since Michael told me that it's good for me.....anyway I'm drinking more.

I stole a couple of yours at some bar once.... no offense, but they tasted like crap.

Maybe that will help you quit.

TIS - Thanks. Yeah, that really is the hardest part. I've been keeping them in the bathroom (since it's too cold to go outside). It's not so bad during the day (thanks to the gum), but the hard part is after a few drinks at night...


For $12/carton (saving what, $50/carton?!), you'd get used to them. And they're all-natural, so they're good for you!

Does that mean you'll die of natural causes?

We did it TIS! We made it! Now to continue to stay smoke free.

Anyway I'm going to make a donation to The Dr. Theodore Atlas Foundation.

I thank you for inspiring me TIS. If it weren't for your starting this topic, I don't know that I would have even thought of quitting at the time. Thanks again and keep up the good work!

That's wonderful DC. Good for you and God Bless you. It's a great feeling to give isn't it?


You know there are so many charities, so many needy people and so many good causes to contribute to. It really is a lot to think about. However, for me I think I've kind of known all along that I would love to contribute to the cure of Alzheimer Disease. It's just one of those horrible diseases that really is scary and makes me sad for the families as well as the victims of it. That's why I chose the Fisher Center for Alzheimer Research Foundation. I've always said I wanted to donate and this is my perfect chance. I will call first to make sure its a legitimate charity and then will send in my check for $133.

See, we did it and hopefully now in some very small way can help others in the world 'feel better.'

TIS


Fisher Center

Bless both of you!

anyone tried zerosmoke? i'm trying to get my mom to use it. nothin so far has worked for her but ya never know

I haven't tried it, but it's the same accupressure technique I've seen advertised that you can pay a lot more for. 30-day free trial (special offer when you click off the regular site) is tempting, though...

my papou (grandfather) barely smoked in his life and just got terrible pulmonary fibrosis. makes my knees shake thinkin what could happen to my mother if she doesn't quit as soon as possible

Congrats to you both. The hard part is probably over.

DC who is Thoedore Atlas? Wasn't he the guy in comic books who promised if you used his exercise techniques no one would kick sand in your face at the beach?

Sorry DonT, wrong guy. That was Charles Atlas.

If you are familiar with boxing then you know Teddy Atlas.

His father was Dr. Theodore Atlas, whom his son Teddy named the foundation after.

I knew it was Charles, DC, just having fun wih you. I've not been much into boxing for a long time now, so I dont know the guy you are referring to. Is it some kind of charitable trust?

I know you were kidding.

The DR. THEODORE ATLAS FOUNDATION is a foundation that was founded by boxing trainer and commentator Teddy Atlas, with the purpose to honor the memory of his father, Dr. Theodore Atlas

The main mission of the Foundation is the awarding of scholarships and grants to worthy individuals and organizations based upon scholastic potential, community service, athletic achievement and economic need. The Foundation is a tax-exempt, not-for-profit 501 (c) (3) organization.

Since it's inception in 1997, the Foundation, thanks to the generosity of it's supporters, has been able to give in excess of $1,000,000.00 to worthy causes. These have ranged from scholastic athletics to scholarship funds; from community service groups to after-school programs; and from families and individuals in financial need to those simply needing to be told someone cares.

The Foundation is a 100% volunteer organization. It has no administrative costs. There are no professional fund-raisers, no paid employees, and no fashionable office space that would drain away any funds from the Foundation's only purpose; to give help to those in need when they need it.

OK, my last post on August 23rd was a faliure. One thing that brings on a failure here is an increase of hours at work. However, now that the holidays are over and the next is Valentines Day, I have decided on the New Years resolution and so far I have been good. I polished off the last one on the 1st, and now it's time to stop. I've been doing my homework and pretty much, smoking is a psychological habit mostly. It takes about two weeks of repetitive behavior to start a habit and smoking is a common one.

The biggest enemy you have is yourself, because we rationalize. "Well, only one more won't hurt." And for pack-a-day smokers, after a day or two, that "one more" while a faliure, you bullshit yourself by thinking that it's as if you've cut down. Just one today instead of a pack should not be your logic. Not to mention cutting back only makes you look forward to smoking more. But anyway, I looked at it like this to lean my mind.

Pros
Something to do on break
Something to calm me down

Cons
Using more cologne, etc. to cover up smell (increased spending)
1 a day = average of $5.50= $38.50 a week (more then enough for gas)
Smelling of cigarettes (unpleasant presence to others)
Automatically limited the amount of girls who would go out with you
Long-term health risks
Short-term (I used to run fast, now 30 seconds of running can cause me to vomit)
Lowered hormone levels

Hey there DV!! Nice to see you back.

Well, you are young and haven't smoked the years that myself and DC have, so hopefully that will be a plus. All I can say is, when you are ready, hang in there and you'll do just fine.


TIS