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1. want2livelong

   

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   06 Mar 2020

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   Well I have made it to day 16 and am taking a moment to do some positive self-talk about getting this far without smoking. I actually can’t believe that I have quit! I was committed to my smoking for the last 14 years and never missed a moment to light up. Now I’m just not focusing on it and using the gum every time I get the urge. Keeping busy helps. Distraction is everything. I even had a dream last night that I had a smoke and that I knew I was only cheating myself. I felt guilty in my dream! Thankfully it was just a dream! I’m still waiting on an appointment to see an ENT for a biopsy in my mouth. Scared out of my mind about this. Fear is an incredible motivator. Every time I even contemplate the thought of smoking, I think of my kids without a mother. And that stops the urge immediately. Still living in fear but feeling proud to have made it 16 days. 
2. emily, quit coach

   

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   06 Mar 2020

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   Hi want2livelong,
   
   Congrats on 16 days!! That's something to be very proud of. 
   
   I know you have very strong reasons for remaining smoke free and I can see just how motivated you are. 
   Hope all goes well with your appointment at the ENT. We'll be thinking of you. 
   
   Emily
3. treepeo1

   

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   06 Mar 2020

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   Hi want2livelong,
   
   WooHoo!  Congratulations on your 16 smoke free days!  You should be so proud of yourself!
   
   Like you, I found distracting myself to be helpful when I quit.  Sometimes I would turn those distractions into a reward as well.  For example, I would treat myself to a new video game, or a good book.  I went for walks, and cooked some of my favorite recipes.  Anything to keep me from thinking about this rotten habit.
   
   You are on a roll, want2livelong.  Keep it up.  You are setting a great example for your children.  And I wish you the best of luck with your test.  Please let us know the results.
4. want2livelong

   

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   21 Mar 2020 in reply to treepeo1

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   Thank you Treepeo
   I am now day 30 and all is well! No concerns about mouth cancer. The ENT said it was all normal healthy tissue and not to worry. PHEW! So, I feel like I have a new lease on life.
   Have a great day!
   
5. want2livelong

   

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   21 Mar 2020 in reply to emily, quit coach

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   Hi Emily
   YIPPPEEE! ENT said all is well, healthy tissue - no biopsy needed. What a huge relief! And now I'm 30 days smoke-free. So happy!! So glad I decided to quit. It was the best decision I have made in a very long time. Thank you for your support!