Last night I had my las cigarette (hopefully). The date was set (in November) for TODAY, but I thought it helps “building” a non-smoking period before the first smell of my other addiction: Morning
Coffee. And it worked so far… Don’t get me wrong, I am aware that no matter how long a person is a smoker, and how many times we resolved to quit TOMORROW, the emotional and physical triggers that cause us to light up don’t miraculously disappear when we decide to quit smoking…
I’s very important that you set a date to QUIT and to know you’re not necessarily make it from the first try. That’s the second try for me, and maybe it will be a third one, but the important thing is I’m doing something…
But I’m learning new tricks 
I just finisher reading Staying Sane When You’re Quitting Smoking, a book that I think will help me to stick with the effort to kick the habbit! Here is what you can pick up from it.
Before quiting date and for the hardest period you don’t need a cigarette, but a good laugh and advices from people that succeed before you. Distracting, amusing, and inspiring, this unusual book about usual people, beside many helpful tips offers understanding, because all come from experience, not pure theory from people who haven’t been on the edge…
Here are some real stories signed by people who kept their sanity and their sense of humor in the front line of the battle with this habbit , where they became stronger, and eventually, managed to turn their back off this damn weed. Practical tips and coping strategies to help the readers forget about nicotine addiction, to maintain their weight and to stamp out cravings.
Price: $11.01
Authors: Pam Brodowsky, Evelyn Fazio
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Leave a comment! Support me and other beleaguered readers as they strive to persevere through the duration of their particular challenge.
March 8th, 2007 at 11:55 am
I just quit too, am on my fifth day. It starts getting easier after a little while.
March 8th, 2007 at 12:01 pm
Thanks Chris! I really hope so! What’s your substitute?
Are you eating more than before?
March 9th, 2007 at 7:45 am
I’ve caught myself indulging in more chocolate and other sweets than I should, and definitely taking in more calories overall, but am trying to keep it reasonable.
Sunflower seeds, for me, seem to be the best things. All that messing around with the shells keeps my mouth busy, and limits the amount of material I am actually eating during that time.
March 9th, 2007 at 8:29 am
=)) You caught me! Sunflower seeds it’s is mine, too. I agree the ones without shells aren’t helping. I ruined my finger to save my teeth
It also helps drinking dandelion tea, to speed the detox process and it really doesn’t taste that bad. 
March 26th, 2007 at 6:29 am
It’s a good thing you stopped smoking. This is probably one of the best things you can do to improve the appearance of your skin. This latest research about smoking and skin condition proves it.
November 3rd, 2007 at 9:55 am
I hope you are still nicotine free! congrats on quitting.
December 10th, 2007 at 3:50 pm
I think a little more weight is ok if you reduce your chance to get cancer when you’re older!!
December 11th, 2007 at 12:19 pm
oh and of course congrats on everyone who quit!
December 11th, 2007 at 7:07 pm
Yeah. a little weight never hurt anyone.
December 12th, 2007 at 5:18 pm
and men like a little more weight, too =)
December 13th, 2007 at 8:53 pm
Ofcourse, because skin and bone is not attractive.
December 14th, 2007 at 2:09 pm
yes… it’s like people can’t see reality anymore
December 15th, 2007 at 3:41 pm
It is because magazine ads have become the reality.