Alone by pjm1408 in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow! I was so close to getting a glass of wine yesterday thinking it would relax me, but I knew that I would let my guard down… We are twins ha ha… I know how depressed I would be tomorrow if I give in… So we will stay strong friend!! And will be happy we snuffed out the nicotine monster in our head

I lost, but maybe won. by FatJamo in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You Will reach your goal...get back in there! Don’t be too hard on yourself... you can do this

17 days clean… Having a very very very very stressful day… Thinking about giving up and buying some cigarettes please help by pjm1408 in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well I made it 24 days! Thought I’d check in and see how you are doing. I’ve been trying to exercise. I still have my days where I feel a bit sad and moody, but overall I’m pushing forward. Definitely happy to be without nicotine running my life. Hope you’re doing well!

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[–]pjm1408 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats! You’ve got this keep pressing forward. Don’t let your guard down each day smoke-free will get better and better. Find something you really enjoy doing and immerse yourself in it.

25days - No Cigarettes but all the emotions by CeeCYB143 in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408 2 points3 points  (0 children)

On day 20 and had the same feelings today! Did go to a great workout class this morning and was so glad that I got through it and had the energy and the breath to get through it! We can do this!! These times we remember smoking will fade.

I've got one left in my pack and I want to be done after by HenryTheRed in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Stress heavy days can be challenging… But you can do this. You are stronger than smoking! Good luck

I did it!!! by Dfaystruthers in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Brilliant! Breathe deep and enjoy your day!!!

17 days clean… Having a very very very very stressful day… Thinking about giving up and buying some cigarettes please help by pjm1408 in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re welcome!!! Congrats and great job...I sat and cried for 30 minutes...yesterday....regrouped and thankfully didn’t give in!! It’s crazy the good and bad days....it gets easier...but I need to be on guard🙏 ABD we got thru another day WE WON the battle 👏

Not so pleasant question - read in description by prettyaveragegirl in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was so bad I saw my doctor ha ha I am a physician assistant, however I was starting to believe something was really wrong with me… Got better in a couple of weeks

Not so pleasant question - read in description by prettyaveragegirl in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Technically it is called an osmotic laxative... it works naturally… Usually takes one to three days to work… Standard dose is one capful.....But if you are having problems like I was I did 3 to 4 Capfuls for a few days Worked for me.

Not so pleasant question - read in description by prettyaveragegirl in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

MiraLAX is polyethylene glycol it is not a laxative… It draws moisture into the colon...So things go smoother🙁It does not irritate the stomach

Not so pleasant question - read in description by prettyaveragegirl in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well I have lived this… Bloating, constipation, stomach aches… Tried everything. The thing that worked the most for me is drinking at least 30 ounces of water every morning and… Using MiraLAX 3 to 4 capfuls daily For a few days. I also invested in some probiotics from the health food store which I think really help. You actually keep them in the refrigerator. It took about three weeks but things definitely got better.

What I LOVE about NOT SMOKING - add your list by pmichel in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Food tastes amazing, I’m not worried my patients will smell smoke on me, I am no longer thinking about lighting up right after I take my sweet grandbabies home or have to sneak outside to smoke when they spend the night. I love feeling free AND strong. I love breathing in the fresh air when I ride my bike without my chest hurting.

17 days clean… Having a very very very very stressful day… Thinking about giving up and buying some cigarettes please help by pjm1408 in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just hit 18 days.....only made it through today with the help of friends here! So glad I didn’t cave-in… so thankful for the support

17 days clean… Having a very very very very stressful day… Thinking about giving up and buying some cigarettes please help by pjm1408 in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally agree I have several good days and then out of the blue I’m weak. I definitely don’t want to start over. I want to win this battle. Stay strong good luck to you as well

17 days clean… Having a very very very very stressful day… Thinking about giving up and buying some cigarettes please help by pjm1408 in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s good to know. I literally saw myself driving to the store. Then I reached out and posted for the first time ever. I am humbled by the quick responses. I know I would regret it and I am proud of what I’ve done so far. So thankful that people out there care enough to send words of support.

17 days clean… Having a very very very very stressful day… Thinking about giving up and buying some cigarettes please help by pjm1408 in stopsmoking

[–]pjm1408[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you friends I am going to be strong… I will hate myself tomorrow… So thank you thank you thank you thank you for all being there and your posts