@hummels1 Welcome to the Ex and congrats on your quit day. Happy to hear you've been planning for your quit.
It's important to understand that nicotine is an addiction. When armed with that knowledge and preparation, quitting becomes more possible. Along with the support of fellow quitters these two steps has meant success for many smokers. There are psychological habits attached also, so we have to work on both. Early on it's the physical addiction we have to work through. The psychological part takes longer. We've attached every emotion and activity with smoking so it takes some work to find new associations to replace the old.
This link is a great place to start. Learn how to identify your triggers, the tools you'll use, creating new associations instead of smoking, etc.
https://www.becomeanex.org/guides/?cid=footer_community_linktobex
Make the commitment and you can do this too. We're here to support you on your journey. So reach out anytime you need help, want to share your experience or to support fellow quitters. We're all in this together.
Start your day by taking the Daily Pledge. It's a great way to stay on track on day at a time.
Consider posting Journal/Blogs to introduce yourself to the community and receive some well deserved support.
Stay busy and stay close.
Barb
