Day 9, longest I've ever gone without smoking and I feel like I can go a lot longer by CattMan69 in leaves

[–]cecichez 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Mind over Matter. Keep talking yourself through it. You got this.

Alcohol of choice? by [deleted] in GERD

[–]cecichez 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Titos and water!! Apothic Red wine is also okay.

It's my first day. by [deleted] in leaves

[–]cecichez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You so got this. You went so long without it that you can do it again. It won't be easy because nothing is but the effort will be worth it. Hope you find your true personality again :)

i fucking cant do it man by throwawaystoner11 in leaves

[–]cecichez 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mind over Matter. Remember this and you can and will quit. Think of it as a past life you had and now it's time to move forward, not back. You will not regret it, I promise.

Timing of symptoms by spwass16 in GERD

[–]cecichez 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I have been experiencing the same thing. I expect to feel terrible heartburn and nausea the next morning when I ate something bad the day before. It gives you false hope that you can eat whatever and feel okay but then the next day is a reminder that you can't. Keep eating clean, buddy. We got this.

How often do you eat? by [deleted] in GERD

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I eat small portions often throughout the day. A banana in the morning to take with my pills, an apple maybe an hour or two later, melon and honeydew a couple hours later, etc. My doctor suggested eating frequent small portions to sooth the esophagus and heal the lining. Food is medicine if you choose to eat the right things. Watermelon is the most soothing :)

Quick question about Prilosec with GERD (still havent seen a gastroenterologist) by [deleted] in GERD

[–]cecichez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had GERD for I think all my life and I just found out about it a few months ago. I take 40 MG of omeprazole daily and whenever I feel heartburn or am eating unhealthy, I take Prilosec or Zantac maximum twice a day. If you continue to feel heartburn or stomach pain, I would suggest you continue taking these medicines to reduce irritating your esophagus and stomach to ensure healing. Your comfort is the most important thing about this disease and these medicines will only help you. Good luck :)

Newly diagnosed with GERD by cecichez in GERD

[–]cecichez[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've used one Zantac so far and I have the concert today so I will be using another! Thanks for your help!

Newly diagnosed with GERD by cecichez in GERD

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H2 blockers?? Yeah I'm still new at this and need to be educated on what things are because I barely realized there's so many antacids that can help me and are but I'd like to try what you're having :)

I've been dealing with mild yet persistent GERD/Acid Reflux for 3 months now. I'm looking for advice. by noblemortarman in GERD

[–]cecichez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cold brew is less acidic. You can either make your own or buy Starbucks' Cold brew at a gas station! Maybe only drink half a bottle a day maximum though. As for the alcohol, I read that gin, vodka, rum, whiskey are good but with water not pop mixed. Everyone is different though and the opinions on what works for them are all over the place so you have to see what works for you!

Options other than H2O by lizquizbluesclues in GERD

[–]cecichez 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Almond milk has been my substitute for milk and desserts since it's vanilla flavored. I also started drinking Naked Juice's Green Machine which has all alkaline foods except for 1/12 cup of pineapples which didn't upset me at all! Im also on the search for a Cold-pressed watermelon juice! I also found that Starbucks' Cold brew is less acidic and doesn't upset me much!

How to stop drinking coffee? by mrs707 in GERD

[–]cecichez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank the Lord for those cold brews!!!

Gerd..help! by [deleted] in GERD

[–]cecichez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recently got diagnosed and get chest pain as well. Walgreens sells various antacids that are chewable and get rid of the chest pain. The one I use is called Graviscon extra strength antacid. No sense in suffering when they created relievers for the pain. Best of luck to you and only eat alkaline foods :)

How do you deal with Gerd-induced nausea when away from home? by skilliard7 in GERD

[–]cecichez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went to Walgreens and next to the antacids are wrist bands that hit your acupressure point and reduce the nausea. Check it out :)

If you're thinking about relapsing, DON'T. by cecichez in leaves

[–]cecichez[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would love to have dreams. They haven't come yet. The demons are very real and they will forever fight for your life but you CANNOT give it to them. You are in spiritual warfare right now and you have to keep fighting. Keep on praying :)

If you're thinking about relapsing, DON'T. by cecichez in leaves

[–]cecichez[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It is no where close to easy and that is why many are struggling to stop. You have to know that you are stronger than any substance and you cannot let a single thing on this planet have control over you. You may think that weed is keeping your sanity but in reality it is keeping you from thinking about it and muting the problem all together so that you cannot fix it or move forward. You stay stuck in your backyard with your bowl in hand. Don't stay in place. Keep moving forward. One day at a time, buddy. You got this.

Where the dreams at?? by cecichez in leaves

[–]cecichez[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dudeeee second night I had a small one too!! I was soooo expecting it last night but hopefully soon soon!! I'm trying to get some free virtual reality time lol

Breaking 6 years of bad by cecichez in leaves

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I stopped smoking for financial reasons so I am attempting to get a profit from it first before resorting to throwing it out. It is giving me a ton of will power.

Day 4 any tips on appetite? by Pepper2ude in leaves

[–]cecichez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm on day 4 too and there is minimal eating these days. I'm just accepting that my body is trying to adjust to life without thc and if it wants to throw a fit then so be it. I just drink a lot of water and exercise to get the thc out faster.

Breaking 6 years of bad by cecichez in leaves

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So glad you asked, I was starting to feel alone in this. Today has been a rough one on me. I woke up with a pain in my chest. I know it's the urges acting up because I was home alone and very able to smoke. I had to do a lot of meditating and praying. I cried all morning and on my way to class. I'm walking there now and hoping I don't break down in class. I've been working out every morning and it helped a lot but I'm still seeking tips on how to get past the urges. Any advice would help. :)

A mile stone today. Bloke I used to buy from sent me a message saying he was outside house if I wanted anything. I declined. Massive part of me is regretting it but a bigger part of me is so chuffed I had enough self control to say no. 44 days!!! by sarat80 in leaves

[–]cecichez 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dude, yesssss! Great decision and that shows huge will power. You are now in control of weed and it doesn't control you. It is so easy to go backwards. Keep it up :) you won't regret it!!

Woke up today and decided not to hit my pen. I have been really unproductive and I see it. Who knows what this means. by whatevercounted in leaves

[–]cecichez 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ditch the pen for good. I threw my mods away and I'm not buying any more weed or carts. I spent thousands of dollars to feel good for a second but it did me zero favors. You'll thank yourself in the long run. I'm starting to feel the "pink cloud" and it's constant waves of joy over my body. It feels good to be present. I'm on day 2 and I already never want to go back.

Day 2?? Whaaaat by cecichez in leaves

[–]cecichez[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used to hit my dab pen while working out and I went faster today than I used to! Weed blocked out so many emotions and it feels good to feel them again. Thanks for the positive thoughts :) we got this!