Erika, I have trying to pay attention to what is happening to me today. I know the withdral from the nicotine is there but patches, gum, pills ext.. will take care to help with that area of quitting, but I am absolutly convinced that the war and battle is happening in our minds and our thoughts. I found that i am not used (yet) to the fact that i gave it up so i am constantly reaching my hand out to grab a cigarette but they are not there, for a minute I think how bad I want one. Don't dwell on those thoughts at all but IMMEDIATLY start thinking about something else (not cigarette related) or get into some activity. Just FIGHT the lying thoughts with the true. I am really hurting too and i want to cry. This is probably going to be the hardest(next 7 days) Keep coming back here, I am so encouraged and feel so cared about in my decision to quit.