Support for 6th thread

Gargy, thanks for chiming in, my friend. Yes, I decided after 37 years of destroying my lung tissue (and God knows what else), that it was time to improve my lung health.


OHSacFan, I have tried many many times to "cut down". It works for a short while, but then I find myself smoking as much (or more) as before I started cutting back. So, it was cold turkey for me. The cravings are intense, but I figured that the sooner I got the nicotine out of my system, the better. Thanks for your prayers, and if I can give you any inspiration, I am honored.
 
I'm being real wimpy about going cold-turkey. Uncle isn't helping much.:D He forever offering me one of his! But this is about you!!!! YEAH!!!!
 
At the age of 78 yrs old and having smoked for probably more than 3/4 of her life, my Grandmother decided to cut back on smoking, if she can do it any one can. That being said, I get the sense that you are a very strong woman. I'll be praying for you 6th! :)
 
ReinadelosReys said:
At the age of 78 yrs old and having smoked for probably more than 3/4 of her life, my Grandmother decided to cut back on smoking, if she can do it any one can. That being said, I get the sense that you are a very strong woman. I'll be praying for you 6th! :)
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Thank you, my friend. :)
 
6th, This is YumYum, been there, done that. It's hard, really hard, but well worth the effort. 13 years and going.......
 
hoodie said:
6th, This is YumYum, been there, done that. It's hard, really hard, but well worth the effort. 13 years and going.......
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wtg-YumYum! Now if we could just break you of the impersonating hoodie habit. ;) :p
 
Well, I'd like to believe that the hardest part is past....not that it is easy at this point.

Thanks to all my wonderful family members here at Kingsfans.com. I can honestly say that you all helped get me through my toughest times.

Update:

I have been a non-smoker for: 1wk, 3days, 8hrs, 11min and saved $46.53 during that time. I have not smoked 310 cigs during that time and saved 1day, 1hr, 50min of life.

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on behalf of your friends, let me say THANK YOU...you've just made it possible for the time you spend with us to be potentially longer. :)

WAY TO GO 6TH! WOOOOHOOO!!!
 
I was just going to ask how you were doing, but I read your update from a couple of days ago. We're all REALLY proud of you 6th! Woooohooooo!!!!!
 
Thank you, my good friend. Thank you for the support.


Well, here it is a weekend ( a 3 day weekend at that) so it gets a little harder again. That is only because I am not so busy at work that my mind is totally consumed. However, hopefully, it will not be near as difficult as last weekend because the nicotine withdrawal is done. Now, I just have the habit itself to deal with.

Update:

Nonsmoker for: 1wk 5d 16hr 56min 47sec
Amount saved: $57.18
Cig not smoked: 381
Life saved: 1d 7hrs 45min
 
Thank you kindly, dear rhuber. You're the best!

As he says, it has now been........drum roll.......



...2 whole weeks since this 1 1/2 pack per day for 37 years smoker had a cigarette....not one smoke....not one drag....not one whiff. HURRAY!!

And, you guys do not realize how much help you all were in my reaching this 2 week milestone. In fact, that is what prompted my "I love you guys/gals" comment in another thread.

Update:

No smoking for: 2wks 12min 47sec
Amount saved: $62.96
Cigarettes not smoked: 420
Life saved: 1d 10hrs 55min
 
Okay, my reward for my 1 week milestone was to take my mom to Sunday breakfast. And now, I am about to reveal my 2 week milestone reward. I had the following custom made for me as my reward (actually 1 turned into 4). Anyway, these were custom made for me. Please, do not use these for yourself.
 

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Take it one day at a time 6th......in the words of a prophetic Maloof Sports and Entertainment marketing person....see it, dream it, believe it... ;) :)

This is very do-able and you know you'll always have my support! :)
 
Monty'sBiggestFan said:
Take it one day at a time 6th......in the words of a prophetic Maloof Sports and Entertainment marketing person....see it, dream it, believe it... ;) :)

This is very do-able and you know you'll always have my support! :)
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Thank you, my friend. Next time we meet, I won't be needing to go outside for a smoke. :D
 
The Freak said:
Whoa, those Icons are awesome! :D
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Thanks, The Freak. Yes, I am very pleased.


Edit: I went back and edited the avatar thread because it sounded harsh and that was not my intention.
 
I am so proud of you, my friend.

I am also totally impressed with the avatars. While they're all good, I think the "It's a team thing" is completely and utterly appropriate!
 
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Here's some more support from the No Smoking Day Website.


The Health Benefits of Stopping
The health benefits of stopping smoking start almost immediately:

  • 20 minutes: Blood pressure and pulse return to normal.
  • 8 hours: Nicotine and carbon monoxide levels in the blood are halved, oxygen levels in the blood return to normal.
  • 24 hours: Carbon monoxide is eliminated from the body and the lungs start to clear out the build up of tar.
  • 48 hours: There is no nicotine left in the body. Taste and smell are greatly improved.
  • 72 hours: Breathing becomes easier, bronchial tubes begin to relax, energy levels increase.
  • 2 - 12 weeks: Circulation improves, making walking and running a lot easier.
  • 3 - 9 months: Coughs, wheezing and breathing problems improve as the lungs have room for up to 10% more oxygen.
  • 5 years: Risk of heart attack is halved.
  • 10 years: Risk of lung cancer is halved.
  • 10 years: Risk of heart attack is at the same level as non-smokers.
  • Medium to long-term: Risk of developing lung cancer, other cancers, heart attack, stroke and chronic lung disease is reduced - the sooner you stop, the sooner your risk starts going down.
  • Medium to long-term: Stopping smoking at any age increases your life expectancy, provided that you stop before the onset of serious disease. Even if you have developed a disease, you can benefit from stopping as your body will be under less strain and be able to fight it more easily.
  • Medium to long-term: A smoker who has suffered from a heart attack can halve the risk of a second heart attack by stopping smoking.
  • Medium to long-term: Ten years after stopping smoking an ex-smoker's risk of lung cancer is reduced by 30 - 50% compared with that of a continuing smoker.
  • Medium to long-term: Smokers who stop before the age of 35 have a life expectancy not significantly different from that of a non-smoker.
  • Medium to long-term: Smokers who stop between 65 and 74 years of age have a better life expectancy beyond 75 than those who continue to smoke.
  • For life:
    • Reduce stress
    • Any physical activity is easier
    • Don't tire as quickly
    • Improve sense of taste and smell
    • Improved skin
 
I drove to St Louis this past weekend. It was tough because I usually smoke a lot in the car on long drives. I chewed on Twizzlers (and pretzel sticks) all the way down (and back). :D

Update:

Non-smoking time: 3W 9hrs 5min 3sec
Amount saved: $96.20
Cigs not smoked: 641
Life saved: 2D 5hrs 25min
 
6th said:
I drove to St Louis this past weekend. It was tough because I usually smoke a lot in the car on long drives. I chewed on Twizzlers (and pretzel sticks) all the way down (and back). :D

Update:

Non-smoking time: 3W 9hrs 5min 3sec
Amount saved: $96.20
Cigs not smoked: 641
Life saved: 2D 5hrs 25min
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proud of you! another wk and you'll be a non-smoker for a month!

;)
 
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