I've peed 3x already

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Registered: 07-24-2003
I've peed 3x already
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Sat, 08-02-2003 - 12:19pm
I didn't have my morning smoke and have consumed 48oz of water. I've already been in the bathroom 3 times. I did arm myself with a pack of those Quest nicotine free cigarettes on my way to work this morning. I'm going to a friend's house tonight and she is a smoker. I haven't really felt tempted yet, but if I can't handle the temptation being around smoke I wanted something that wouldn't set me back a day. Was this a good idea, or should I chuck those too?
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Registered: 03-27-2003
Sat, 08-02-2003 - 12:38pm
Mornin Sliver - - My personal opinion is chuck em. You are trying to quit smoking - - doesn't matter WHat's in them, it's smoking. I quit cold turkey after 25 years - - the first few days are tough, but it gets better. You are right to drink a lot of water and just stay busy. But, by doing the 'fake' cig thing, you are just continuing a bad habit regardless of whether or not there is nicotine in them. Doing the fakes just reinforces that hand to mouth fixation.

You can do this. And when you do, you will feel a big sense of accomplishment. It is a control issue. Get back your control.

Stay smoke-free. One day/hour/minute at a time.

~~tracy

ps - - if you feel like you Could be tempted, Don't go tonight. Right now the important thing is to get a few days under your belt. Let her know what you are doing - - a good friend will support you.

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Registered: 07-24-2003
Sat, 08-02-2003 - 12:45pm
Okay, I'll chuck 'em. If I tell her, she won't let me smoke anyway, so it's no biggy. I'll be fine and as of yet I really don't want one.
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Registered: 03-19-2003
Sat, 08-02-2003 - 12:46pm
Water is good .. LOL on the restroom

Since you are not using any aids .. I assume ..

Your nicotine free smokes may work in a pinch ..

Perhaps use only if you *really* feel the need .. JMHO of course ..

Anyway to ask your friend to not smoke around you .. just wondering is all ..

It will make it more difficult tonight for you to not with her smoking ..

So do your best to be strong hon :)

~Hugs~

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Registered: 03-19-2003
Sat, 08-02-2003 - 1:38pm


Lol, when I quit I was afraid to get too far from the bathroom. What helped me the most was straws cut in 1/2 and I could generally mangle them if the crave was bad. The little drink stirrers are great for that I think. :) Something like Altoids with a strong burst of flavor helped too. :) Keep on drinkin that water .

~Golly

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Registered: 07-24-2003
Sat, 08-02-2003 - 2:14pm
In front of me as we speak!
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Registered: 03-26-2003
Sat, 08-02-2003 - 3:08pm
I think that whatever helps you *not smoke* has to be better than actually smoking.

That's good that you are drinking water to fight the urge, but if you feel you need a little more help, than by all means, I'm all for it!!

Remember that we are here for you at all times! You go girl!!

Much love,

~dj~