This morning, only 2 ciggies with my routine (its usually 3 or 4). This is the only time I smoke all day. My quit date seems so far away.. May 2nd.. at the rate im going, I should be smoke free before then. Been cutting way down now for 5 days.
I am finding that often, when I really think about it, I dont actually want that cigarette!! I've started to think and ask myself; "why do I want this, do I need it?".
This is a balancing act.. chemical addiction, and habit.. with me, I would say it's about 50/50.
I know everyone is different. Some people have no problem with the chemical addiction, but have a serious problem with the habit, the association.
Keeping my brain, and fingers busy. Writting, doing science research, going outside and taking deep breaths of fresh air, drinking lots of water, healthy snacks, playing games on the PC. Keeping a positive attitude. This really isnt THAT hard to do when you have a plan, and you know your enemy.
Normal work week on Monday is for me, the best time to quit. Cant smoke in the building, plenty of stuff to keep me occupied. Weekends are going to require a different strategy.
I could spend the weekend cleaning my filthy house, but I probably wont do that LOL!!
I'm somewhat OCD, so when I start a project, I cant stop untill its finished. All I need to do is find some project that I can really get into and involved with. Writting a short story, doing some studies, etc.
Taking it one day at a time, and not going to beat myself up if I fall off the waggon once or twice, like I did with my last quit. This is not a race, or a contest...
Everbody have a great, smoke free day...
Stanley