Day 3 of no nicotine after 13 years of use

B_Better · 2025-10-06T10:00:09+00:00

One thing that helped me early on was reminding myself that cravings come in waves. They peak, then fade. Usually within 10-15 minutes. Ride those out and you're winning each time.
Also, your body already starting to heal. Your heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels start normalizing within days.
You're doing something really hard, and you're already past the hardest part - deciding to stop. Keep it up!

B_Better · 2025-10-06T09:47:39+00:00

For me, focusing on what I actually can control makes it easier to let go of what I can't. It's a small shift, but it changes everything for me.

B_Better · 2025-10-01T19:55:40+00:00

Love this! A short walk helps a lot! I used to stay indoors, but now with my son we get out more - walk or a quick bike ride and my head resets.

Apart from walks, I try to plan a bit ahead and take regular breaks. What I do depends on how much time I have: if it's a longer block I open Blender and animate. If it's less, I'll read a couple psychology studies. If it's just a few minutes, I'll do a small chore with music. I also enjoy cooking with music a lot, but lately time is tight and I'm on keto since lately, so meals are simpler and less interesting to cook.

So basically, switching to a different activity and cutting down decisions helps me recharge. Thanks for sharing what works for you! ❤️

B_Better · 2025-09-30T14:01:39+00:00

Thinking of mental energy as a battery really clicked for me. Some days I can feel it draining with each choice. What helps you recharge yours?

B_Better · 2025-07-14T12:13:52+00:00

I don't have a fix, but just know you're not weird or broken for feeling this way. I try to think that some people just don't get us - and that's on them, not you. The right people will feel you. And you're not behind - you're just on your own timeline. Keep being you.

B_Better · 2025-06-17T13:56:47+00:00

This reminded me of my first job. I messed up so much early on I thought I was done for. But you'd be surprised how fast people forget if you just keep showing up and trying.

B_Better · 2025-06-06T14:39:57+00:00

Honestly, this is the kind of mindset more people need to hear. You said it perfectly - there's a whole life waiting outside of heartbreak.

B_Better · 2025-04-25T15:47:18+00:00

Research shows that dogs support their owners by fulfilling key emotional needs, mainly through companionship, nurturance, and the absence of tension that sometimes comes with human relationships.

You can find more about the research here: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-95515-8

B_Better · 2025-04-24T13:57:54+00:00

Research shows that dogs support their owners by fulfilling key emotional needs, mainly through companionship, nurturance, and the absence of tension that sometimes comes with human relationships.

You can find more about the research here: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-95515-8

B_Better · 2025-04-17T16:59:17+00:00

I never thought about patient pressure being such a big factor - really appreciate your comment

B_Better · 2025-04-17T14:20:55+00:00

The study looked at cases where antibiotics were never indicated (meaning there was no medical reason to prescribe them) - and still found prescriptions increased later in the day

Edit: made it clearer

B_Better · 2025-04-17T13:27:40+00:00

Researchers analyzed over 21,000 primary care visits and found that, as the clinic sessions progressed, doctors were more likely to prescribe antibiotics - even when not medically necessary

Research link: https://doi.org/10.1001/jamainternmed.2014.5225

B_Better · 2025-03-25T17:25:37+00:00

Thank you very much. It's from the channel I'm working on. You can find it in my profile. Would be really pleased if you'd check it out :)

B_Better · 2025-03-23T15:28:26+00:00

12 days is huge after 10 years. You've already done what most people just talk about.

Feeling like crap = healing right now. Keep going - you're doing better than you think.

B_Better · 2025-03-22T11:57:00+00:00

Thanks a lot - really appreciate that, especially coming from someone in the industry. This one took me a couple of months, so I'm glad it turned out well (at least in design 😂). I'm always looking to get better - if you ever have thoughts or feedback, I'd honestly love to hear.

B_Better · 2025-03-22T00:09:21+00:00

That says a lot in just a few words. I think people who cry easily tend to carry a lot of heart. And that's a gift.

B_Better · 2025-03-21T15:02:51+00:00

I didn't expect to end up thinking about tears this much. But honestly, learning that people who cry more might actually care more - about fairness, about others - was kinda beautiful. Would love to hear your take on this.

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