
Originally Posted by
Salvelinusconfluentus
When I finally succeeded at quitting cigarettes it was the change from the mindset of ohh poor me, I want a cigarette to fuck you tobacco you dont fucking control me, fuck off that finally beat out the cravings.
That, and blow pops.
That was eight years ago and I am very solidly in the self righteous ex smoker camp.
Good luck! Its worth it!
It is all about the change of mindset that is needed. No Patches, no gum, just FUCK YOU NICOTINE. When I quit 30 years ago I looked myself in the mirror and told myself if I ever put another cig in my mouth I was a fuckin loser. I never did and the first year was hard, no lie, but I didn't do it ever again.
Alcohol is a different animal, as eating and drinking is such a part of what we do socially. We would totally need to change what we do to make a significant permanent change. I think both of us realize we need to really cut back on both which is easy for the Mrs as she smokes weed. We are trying the not eating outside of 9am to 5pm thing and limiting the booze to maybe a glass of wine a day until months end to see what happens. I will admit to sleeping better already.
It takes a long time to make permanent changes, so just keep at it however works best for you. Good luck.
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