Yep I agree it is mostly mental. The physical withdrawal from nicotine is so slight that most people don’t notice it - the author mentions that it HAS to be this way, since most people go 8-10 hour each day not smoking, and they aren’t awakened in the middle of the night, etc.
I’ve always been one that could quit using willpower, but I would always go back to it days, weeks, months, or even a year later. This book helped me removed the urge to smoke. I’ve already forgotten that I was a pack and a half a day smoker up til the weekend
I struggled with the habit of it- triggers- meal, coffee, wine…. It took me years to no longer think of a cigarette at those times. I used patches and acupuncture. If you can get passed the urge which usually only lasts a minute or two you are well on your way. I love not stinking like an ashtray especially in winter. It’s been 19 years next month for me. Perfume or cologne is not a mask. Your lungs and teeth will recover. Keep quitting!
I quit seventeen years ago. Tough at first, but I don't miss it. The weird part is that I occasionally dream that I'm smoking, and really enjoy it. I've never once wanted a cigarette when I wake up though.
Smoked for 25 years. Substituted with water. Quit, and only had to focus for about 7 days. Haven’t had a smoke for over five years now. I HATE the smell of smoke, now, much to my still-smoking husband’s chagrin. Changing the habit itself and why you have it, is the key, not the cigarettes themselves, imho.
The one thing I hope the book mentions, is to be aware of the Addict Dreams. These took me by surprise. It wasn’t until an ex-heroin-addict told me about them, after I had one, that I recognized their significance. When you “win” those dreams, that means your subconscious no longer considers you a smoker.
Excellent. You could have a career as a smoking cessation specialist!
Yep I agree it is mostly mental. The physical withdrawal from nicotine is so slight that most people don’t notice it - the author mentions that it HAS to be this way, since most people go 8-10 hour each day not smoking, and they aren’t awakened in the middle of the night, etc.
I’ve always been one that could quit using willpower, but I would always go back to it days, weeks, months, or even a year later. This book helped me removed the urge to smoke. I’ve already forgotten that I was a pack and a half a day smoker up til the weekend
I struggled with the habit of it- triggers- meal, coffee, wine…. It took me years to no longer think of a cigarette at those times. I used patches and acupuncture. If you can get passed the urge which usually only lasts a minute or two you are well on your way. I love not stinking like an ashtray especially in winter. It’s been 19 years next month for me. Perfume or cologne is not a mask. Your lungs and teeth will recover. Keep quitting!
I quit seventeen years ago. Tough at first, but I don't miss it. The weird part is that I occasionally dream that I'm smoking, and really enjoy it. I've never once wanted a cigarette when I wake up though.
Smoked for 25 years. Substituted with water. Quit, and only had to focus for about 7 days. Haven’t had a smoke for over five years now. I HATE the smell of smoke, now, much to my still-smoking husband’s chagrin. Changing the habit itself and why you have it, is the key, not the cigarettes themselves, imho.
The one thing I hope the book mentions, is to be aware of the Addict Dreams. These took me by surprise. It wasn’t until an ex-heroin-addict told me about them, after I had one, that I recognized their significance. When you “win” those dreams, that means your subconscious no longer considers you a smoker.
Congrats on quitting!
Didn't see your post when I posted about still dreaming about having a smoke now and then. I don't crave it all, even after those dreams.
Probably not for everyone, but I work outside, so I don't get that heavy lung feeling.