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SnowOwl 
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 Posted: 05 November 2009 at 8:40am |
I'd rather spend the money on, oh, food, medicine - and earrings. $50.62 will buy some nice earrings. (Bodak, you probably don't miss shopping for earrings...  ) Think of the lovely art supplies those $$ will buy you, Shug.
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Lovie
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Posted: 05 November 2009 at 9:52am |
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I've been quit for more than two months now!! My husband will hit his two week mark tomorrow. It was really, really hard those first couple of weeks, but it gets easier and easier Stephen. When you're ready; you can do it. You have to be ready though.
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Bodak
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Posted: 05 November 2009 at 11:17am |
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There are things that I would like to say but feel I cannot thru fear of some of my words being used in a twisted manner.
I was in the mood after the heart attack at Xmas but run head long into opposition on the home front.
I just crumbled because I could not put up with emotional stuff I would have uncounted.
I was going to take myself away into my sanctuary where I'd be on neutral ground and no drama, that place was into the bush.
I'm not ashamed to admit that I would like to have supportive people with me that could help walk me thu the process.
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maryhatz
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Posted: 05 November 2009 at 11:45am |
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Great article Lynn. Thanks for posting it and all the other research things you post. Really helps us all avoid the mistake of being unaware of recent research! Now about the smoking Stephen - I smoked a pack a day for 48 years, then had an episode of bleeding ulcers (this was before RA) and the docs said stop smoking unless you want to be in here like this every couple of months. That did not sound like fun so, crying all the way, I said OK, give me the patch and drugs (Prozac). It worked! That was in November of 2007 I think. It is wonderful not to be saddled with that vice! Never thought I'd feel this way. Wonderful not to have to be sure I take enough packs with me on a vacation! Wonderful not to have to buy a purse big enough to hold the pack! Wonderful not to have to leave the family dinner or neighborhood party to go stand in the rain and smoke! I could go on and on, but I trust you get the point. It is the hardest thing I ever did but well worth it! Give it some thought and when you decide its the right time you will be able to do it!
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leila
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Posted: 05 November 2009 at 12:55pm |
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I have never smoked Stephen, but I have it on reliable authority that it is very difficult to quit... and also well worth the effort. I wish you the best of luck.
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Lovie
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Posted: 06 November 2009 at 9:28am |
Stephen~
I read this book: The Easy Way to quit smoking by Allen Carr. Here's a link to a website:
http://www.allencarrseasyway.com/ I had actually bought the book years ago when I had tried; but never finished it and wasn't successful. This time around I dug it up again and finally finished it. I'm really glad I did.
I quit cold turkey as this book advises. It advises to smoke while you read the book. I know of a lot of people that swear by these methods from another website: www.quitnet.com I've seen that it has helped a lot of people. I found that website to be very helpful as well.
The majority of the struggle is in your head. It's not physical. I honestly think I was over the physical effects of it (thanks to tons and tons of water) with in three days. If you can figure out how to change the mind set that you want/need to smoke you'll be able to quit. That's what this book teaches you I think. It's been 81 days for me now. That's HUGE for me.
Being a smoker for more than 20 years I'll be the very last person to harrash you about it....but if I can be of any help at all whenever you decide to give it another try feel free to lean on me. Having some support; even virtual support is very helpful.
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Bodak
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Posted: 06 November 2009 at 11:38am |
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Thank you for your supportive encouragement.
I agree Lovie that it is all in the head. I did go to your links to investigate and thank you for your efforts in placing those links up.
It's a battle.
Edited by Bodak - 06 November 2009 at 11:45am
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TeedOff
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Posted: 06 November 2009 at 11:56am |
I have been a non smoker now for 8 years and it truly was a long process. I tried absolutely everything for at least 15 years. This may or may not have been the key for me but for at least 6 months before I quit I kept telling myself how I hated smoking, I hated how it smelled and I hated how it was controlling me. I had about a weeks worth of Zyban left and I took five and realized I did not need any more and it was like I had never smoked in my life. Very strange but I have talked to others that have done much the same thing.
Studies have shown that cigarettes are more addictive than a lot of the hard drugs because hard drugs are suppose to get out of the system in weeks where nocotine stays in your system for years.
I will not say that I do not crave a smoke now and again but always remind myself how many years it took to become smoke free. You have to find what works for you and no amount of coaxing by others or threats made by friends and family will help. It all comes down to when you are ready.
You can do it Stephen but on your own terms. Stay strong.
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'I believe that friends are quiet angels who lift us to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly.
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SnowOwl
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Posted: 06 November 2009 at 1:25pm |
Originally posted by TeedOff
Studies have shown that cigarettes are more addictive than a lot of the hard drugs because hard drugs are suppose to get out of the system in weeks where nocotine stays in your system for years. |
My husband works with an older lady, who is now a very responsible and proper lady, but who in her groovy youth in the 1960s experimented with hard drugs. LSD, heroin. She also smoked, a habit she also overcame as part of getting "clean". She said, "Kicking heroin was easy. I shook for a few days." Then she added, with the most wistful expression, "I still want a cigarette."
I have the utmost respect for anyone who can quit smoking (and am grateful I was never tempted to try it despite all the peer pressure). Some people seem to find it easy, but it's horrid addictive to others and for those people giving it up is no joking matter, it's a battle on many fronts, more power to you and keep up the good fight.
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RA, Sjogren's, asthma
MTX 25mg/wk, Relafen 750mg 2xdaily, folic acid, biotin, supplemental vit D, calcium, and "for women" formula multivitamin; Combivent as needed for asthma
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#1inflamedOnline
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Posted: 06 November 2009 at 6:30pm |
My neighbor is a retired Doctor, he told me that nicotine addiction is stronger than heroin...
I believe it...bad vice I still have...I have tried Chantix...yuk...and nictotine gum...I think what I really need to do is try will power...I mean the real deal ...my husband quit 3 years a go on will power alone, he is my hero. I will be smoke free, for me, and soon. The cost of them are ridiculous.
I can say exercise had decreased my pain levels and increased my energy levels. Totally convinced I need it to keep moving.
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