Well, thank you to all you great quitters...........I still enjoy riding the freedom train. For 500 days, now, I have survived without a smoke hanging from my lips. I have, like many of you, found so much to see, smell, and enjoy without having to take a smoke break or subject the family and friends to my bad habit. I am SO proud of myself. I am SO proud of each of you.
The challenge, now, is to remain vigilant and not become complacent. That nicodemon rears his head from time to time when my stress levels increase. SO....I have to return to the basics...and urge each of you to post, read, and review your My Program from time to time as a reminder of the triggers and situations that put you at risk....then adapt accordingly.
To new quitters....you are doing so great. Immerse yourself in this journey for the first 100 days. The investment will pay huge dividends. You will learn so much about yourself. Keep your eyes wide open and be entertained at all the new and re-discoveries you had been missing while hiding behind the shroud of nicotine and smoke. Be sure to also REWARD yourself. As simple as a deep breath (what a joy when the rattle goes away), hold your breath (what a joy when you don't hack and cough trying to recover). Reward yourself often....by the minute, hour or day....you have earned it.
It can be a rollercoaster ride at times. But what a view once you get to the top....Keep a positive attitude and remember to change it when it sours.
I came to this site desperately looking for help, support, guidance and anything else to help me in my quit. What I found were strangers that became friends who need me as much as I need them. Together we are overcoming one of life’s most powerful addictions.
Keep the Quit,
Dave
My Mileage:My Quit Date: 1/19/2009
Smoke-Free Days: 501
Cigarettes Not Smoked: 15,030
Amount Saved: $3,945.38
Life Gained:Days: 84
Hrs: 23
Mins: 54
Seconds: 12
Many heartfelt congratulations on a huge milestone! Hope you have a spectacular celebration!
