Hi guys,
Don't really know how to address the forum as it's the first time I've posted on here. I've now been quit for 12 days. I was admitted to hospital with severe chest pains 13 days ago which really scared me. Anyway turns out it was just a muscualr injury to the chest wall but made me think seriously about what the future would hold if I kept smoking. I'm 24 years old and have smoked for 7 years approx 7-10 per day averaged out (probably more)
I Guess I thought I was untouchable for my age and that nothing would happen to me but if what happened on that Thursday is anywhere near the pain of angina/lung disease or any other smoking related illness then it really has opened my eyes to what smoking and the consequences. So why am I still here craving a cigarette thinking it's ok Mark only 1 more then I will quit!
First day back at work today and feeling really stressed. I guess I'm just writing this to help the cravings go and remind myself of why I'm quitting so well done to everyone that's still keeping themselves smoke free. It's a real encourangement to see people with such a great determination to get through; I just hope I can keep up.
Anyway the cravings relented slightly so I'm off to stuff my face with some sugary thing to finish the craving off.
Keep up the good work guys
Hi Mark,
That must have been very scary for you!! I can't imagine having a scare like that and thats why I have decided to quit early in life as well. You can do it!!
Quiting smoking is a huge accomplishment and it is a very hard process, but with the help of people on this forum we can all do it together. We have taught our bodies to deal with smoking and now we have to train our bodies to deal without smoking. This takes a while, but eventually we get there. Everyday is better and better even though sometimes it feels soooooo much harder each day. Your thoughts about smoking will subside and you will find that thinking about a ciggie is rare. You can get through this - really you can, so dont give in to the nic demon. You are nicotine free now and you dont want to ruin that - your lungs are healing and your body is thanking you for being so kind to it. Don't smoke - fight the urge because it is worth it in the long run. You are free from the demon - stay FREE!! You can do this - don't give in to that monster!!!! Good job!!! It gets easier - I promise you.