Ang. Hang in there sweetie. You have been doing so well in your fight to beat this horrible addiction. There is so much I want to say to you. I wish I could reach through this computer, give you a hug and go on a nice long walk where we could chat. Guess I'll just have to type away and this might get long.
First of all, you are one of the most courageous young people I know. You are a determined young woman with the ability to stand up for what you believe in. You are also intelligent enough to know that smoking isn�t good for you.
Secondly, you are going through so many changes. You have quit smoking and that is a battle worth fighting because you are fighting for your life. When we quit smoking we have to learn how to face the issues life deals us without running and hiding behind a cigarette. I am a lot older than you and I have a hard time doing this myself. I�ve been watching you quit and you are doing the things it takes to be successful. Just keep doing what you have been doing for the last 45 days because it is working.
Third, leave the drink alone. I have seen alcohol ruin more lives and it is just as sad as smoking. You say you are depressed, I�m sure you know that alcohol is a depressant. I was married to a man that I loved with all my heart, we had two children, and we were very happy. Alcohol destroyed our happy family. His addiction to drinking was more important than me or the kids. Don�t travel that road. It leads straight to destruction.
Finally, you will not crave a cigarette forever. At day 59 I felt the same way, what is the point of quitting if this is how I�m going to feel every day? I�m here to tell you the cravings will go away. Now they are nothing more than an occasional thought. Keep taking your quit one day at a time and your day of freedom will come. I promise.
There is life after smoking and it is a good one. You will be a better person because of the experiences you are gaining from this quit. You will be strong, confident and successful because you know that you can beat any odds. Quitting smoking is one of the hardest things you will ever do in your entire life. I know your world seems to be falling apart at the moment and you feel alone. You are not alone Ang. Your quit family i
