Former cigarette smokers

[saltwatercowboy]

First day went better then expected. Though I do have that feeling like a "lost puppy". This morning I felt I should go for the cigarette I have when I wake up but after the initial thought I forgot all about it and got on with the day.

Just keeping myself busy and going to take it day by day.

 

[CaptainRon]

Change your routines whenever possible too. It'll help avoid the triggers that remind you of smoking. Helped me anyway.

Keep it up brother, we're all routing for you!

 

[Lindseylucc]

Good on you mate keep strong

 

[The Munt]

I also heard that people who really enjoy smokes have a sour palate, My doctor recommended I put lemon juice in my water and sip away throughout the day. Apparently it suppresses another of the triggers that tells us we need to smoke.

 

[memphsdad]

GUM! It hasn't been said yet, but gum and toothpicks help you get that similar feeling of the hand to mouth without having to smoke a cigarette. You can do it!

 

[saltwatercowboy]

Day two was touch and go. Went into city so wife could attend her class. ALMOST broke down and bought a pack thinking I will just have one out of it. But in the end who was I kidding. I know it would not end up being one. So I resisted.

On our drive into the city I said to my wife that this time quitting feels different. I really can't explain what I mean but I'm looking at that as a good thing and that this is finally the time I'll kick the habit for good.

 

[Wasz]

Every time you fight through that urge makes the next time easier. Just remember every day you get stronger and the urges get weaker. Keep up the good fight brother.

 

[Lindseylucc]

Well done brother another days challenges met and beaten

 

[saltwatercowboy]

While in the city I talked to a former co worker who had gave it up and something he said to me that will stick and make it easier. When you feel like you want to buy a pack think of the hours you were smoke free and do you really want to throw it away. After that it hasn't bothered me since.

 

[StogieJim]

Congrats man that's awesome! Cigars are wayyyy better than cigs anyways Plus that smell is awful. I smoked for 10 years (I'm 33) and switched to Snus. I LOVE not smelling like cigarettes anymore and the snus is brilliant. I never have an urge for a cigarette when using snus.

 

[BrandonD]

Grats, keep it up. My dad quit after 20+ years of smoking cigs. Took him a few tries. Now he won't even touch a cigar with me even though it's been 5+ years since he quit cigarettes. He's too concerned he'll end up back on the cigarettes.

 

[8ball]

Oh baby do I love snus. I order it direct from Sweeden. Stuff is fantastic, and as far as tobacco products, sweedish snus is fairly safe.

 

[saltwatercowboy]

Well its been a week and a half and still haven't slipped up. Did have to lay off the cigars though because for the first few day I was smoking one a day. I know not as bad as cigarettes but didn't want to be depended on them on a daily basis. Also wanting to expand my collection and thought this would be a great way to do it.

I'm finally able to taste and smell better then before and also have more energy. Which is a bonus.

Funny thing is when I smoked cigarettes and would feel tired I would light one and get a boost of energy. But that was short term.

 

[bassboat]

I quit cold turkey, didn't get into cigars for a decade. I remember that not knowing what to do with my hands was the worst part!

 

[Lindseylucc]

Well done mate your doing great keep at it. And soon than you know you'll be looking for a bigger humidor for your collection


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