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Today is day five of No Smoking.

I can't afford the cough that goes with smoking; busted rib. I suppose that's a silver lining. The not smoking.
I'm using a nicotine inhaler and have not had any tantrums or violent outbursts and I'm optimistic that I'll be a non-smoker when my rib has healed.
Three cheers for that, right?

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Mamapolo2016 · F

Yes, more than three cheers. I switched to a vape and while that doesn't mean my lungs are pure as those of a Sherpa mountain guide, it's [b]better[/b].

Benefits I've noted: no burn holes in tablecloths and clothes; you don't smell (or kiss) like an ash tray; you don't have to sneak out to smoke so you get to hear all of a conversation; no ridiculous conversations with yourself about what you can not buy (fruit, fresh veggies, good bread) so you can afford your nicotine habit; breathing easier; less dry mouth; less and eventually no, coughing; actually smelling and tasting food; sitting through an entire movie.

Cavedweller · 46-50, F

@Mamapolo2016 My cats appreciate it very much; I'm not up and outside every half an hour which means we can all snuggle without interruption.

Sourdad · 56-60, M

Don't fret if you don't make it the first time. For me it was harder to give up dipping than smoking, but they were both hard. Eventually the cravings all go away.

Cavedweller · 46-50, F

@Sourdad This is not my first time. In comparison though, I feel more galvanized. I've realised that this is actually killing me. The motivation to stop is stronger than it was previously.

Sourdad · 56-60, M

@Cavedweller It gets easier every time you quit. Motivation and experience are the keys.

Cavedweller · 46-50, F

@Sourdad Amen.

SW-User

Congratulations keep up the good work small steps often lead to big achievements

Cavedweller · 46-50, F

@SW-User

Cavedweller · 46-50, F

@SW-User This is true. ☺ Were you ever a smoker?

SW-User

@Cavedweller no but my mum and dad was.

Heartlander · 80-89, M

CONGRATULATIONS!!! and 3 BIG CHEERS!

Not smoking is probably the most important thing you have to do today.

Cavedweller · 46-50, F

@Heartlander Cheers. It's tough, I'll say that much. The inhaler helps. One day at a time, right?

MarineBob · 56-60, M

keep it up, you can do this just find you a great hobby

Cavedweller · 46-50, F

@MarineBob Thanks. Right now I'm just keeping very still to facilitate the healing process.

gregloa · 61-69, M

Good for you. My lung collapsed 15 years ago. Haven’t had a cigarette since. You can do it.

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Cavedweller · 46-50, F

@gregloa Well done. I'm just going to remember what it feels like to struggle for breath next time I want a cigger.

gregloa · 61-69, M

@Cavedweller it wasn’t easy but my mind was made up. After a month I couldn’t stand the smell of a cigarette. Still can’t.

Cavedweller · 46-50, F

@gregloa I had a grandmother who was a heavy smoker in her youth. She quit but loved the smell of tobacco smoke, so much so she'd insist on me smoking inside instead of going out for one.

Batman · 41-45, M

Great job you got this.

Cavedweller · 46-50, F

@Batman Cheers. 😉

SW-User

you shouldn't be smoking in caves, good

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