Day one...: Today is my first day of not... - No Smoking Day

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Today is my first day of not smoking. So far I think I'm ok. My job includes a bit of travelling and today Im out in the car. I'd usually be smoking between appointments but instead I'm using my inhalator ( also have a patch on).

I feel quite determined at the moment as my husband and I want to start a family soon so I'm using that as my main motivation. Also a few of us at work have quit together so I'm using my competitive streak too. My worry is if they and my husband start smoking again I will start too.

Hopefully not.

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Heyhey- it is my first day today as well!! It sounds like u have an awesome attitude which is always good!! I'm having a difficult day (trying to buy a car and loads of work to do) but trying to stay motivated!! it sounds as tho u are- and also that u are prepared with your patch etc. keep on goingm keep positive and hang in there! its nice to know that someone else is starting a new day today with the same thing in mind :) We can do it right? :)

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We can do it! Loads of people do and are successful! I've got a friend who quit over a year ago and she used to smoke over 20 a day, I keep telling myself if she can do it so can I!

I think I talk (or write) a good talk... Probably more so than I feel deep down inside...

Don't think there is ever a good day to quit, they'll always be something that will make you want to smoke, i think you just have to keep thinking that non smokers get through similar situations with out a cig!

It will be tough but I'm sure we can do it. Are you using any patches or anything?

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hey, ur message made me smile :) it's real nice to hear how motivated you are!! Its never going to be an ideal day to quit- too true!! I am not using any patches or nething- I was thinking about getting some of those lozenger things for emergency times (i know the evenings are going to be the worst!). Used patches before- they were really good, gum helps, its all to make it easier and I get that- but I just want to be free, I really do.

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