Well… I’m smoking as much as ever now. I was hoping I’d get back on the wagon after my slip up last week, but that didn’t happen. I don’t think my next quitting attempt will be anytime soon. Cigarettes always win…
I used an app called quitsure to stop smoking 3 years ago. It's a 6 day course and the great thing about it is you have to keep smoking while you do it. The app promised to rid me of smoking in 6 days. It worked in 4! After 4 days I couldn't stand to smoke anymore. No need for any self control, the course literally rid me of all cravings. I hate the smell of cigarettes and when I'm around smokers I never feel tempted. Look for it on your app store.
I smoked for 18 years, I finally quit in March of 2015. I don't vape, I don't do snuff, don't smoke pot, and I haven't touched a cigarette since I quit.
Have I had cravings? You better believe I have, but if you're disciplined enough you can overcome the temptation.
So March 2024 will be 9 years 100% smoke free for me.
Yes they are a very hard addiction to break. I locked myself in a tractor for three days and wouldn't let myself go to buy another pack of smokes. It worked. I quit and 45 years later have not been tempted to pick up another.
I quit gambling and drinking. That is fucking tough. Everywhere I go there's a liquor store next door. Even the gas station. Put your big girl panties on and try again. Chew gum.