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1. qb16

   

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   01 Jan 2018
   19 Jan 2018

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   I am at day 18 and have been feeling strong. However I just had a very stressful 36 hours and I actually thought (thought, did not act) about having a cigarette. Unfortunately my inconsiderate husband (who lasted 4 days) leaves his cigarettes out in plain site. I honestly don't know how I didn't pick one up. It really bothered me that I was close to giving in. I know I should be proud but I am nervous. I DO NOT want to smoke again. I WILL NOT smoke again.
   
2. marianne, quit coach

   

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   30 Nov 2017
   19 Jan 2018

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   Hello qb16,
   
   As stressful as the time sounds, you coped and are even stronger for it.   18 days and counting-  congratulations!  
   
   Being nervous isn't out of the norm.  Your self-talk certainly is key.   What else do you feel would make you feel more confident? 
   
   Marianne
3. clepage

   

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   Good morning go 16,
   
   You are not alone;  I went through a similar episode and did not pick up.    You sure are determine  to stay a non smoker.  You have shown lots of courage.  Congrats on your 18 days!
   
   
4. brieffree

   

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   28 Nov 2017
   19 Jan 2018

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   Hi go 16
   
   Congrats in your fight to be free, personally self talking helps me a lot, you know how many times I had the opportunity  to smoke and say No! How many times people invite me and I say No, sorry I quit.
   
   I know is hard, but harder is not even try, is good that you saw the crave before fail into it, that makes you stronger for the next one.
   
   Great work!
   
   
5. qb16

   

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   01 Jan 2018
   22 Jan 2018 in reply to marianne, quit coach

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   Honestly I think since I have made it through a stressful period and not picked up a cigarette my confidence is pretty good. I think I just needed to vent. :)
   When I think about having a cigarette I take a very deep breath and appreciate the feeling of being free. Corny but it works.