46 days and counting...: When I started out... - No Smoking Day

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46 days and counting...

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Ruthess289 Months Smoke Free
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When I started out, 46 days ago, on my stop smoking journey I was tearful and scared about what was going to happen. My two previous quit attempts were short-lived - I managed 3 - 4 months each go, but spent the whole time in a state of anxiety. My life was totally up in the air, I was going through a divorce and just didn't feel capable of handling this as well, as much as I wanted to.

So I'm sharing this because I feel like this community is a good place to bookmark and make your intentions public; it motivates you to stick to them. I'm just very conscious that my life is still pretty unsettled (temporary job, temporary home) and I'm still sorting it out, so I need to exercise caution and keep myself accountable. The journey so far has been largely great and I have really taken a lot from the lovely folk on here - thank you for that! I hope I can give back some of the support I've received :)

Anyway, in a nutshell: I'm proper chuffed and the sun is shining! Haha. Happy Saturday all! x

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Nozmo profile image
NozmoValued Contributor

Lovely to read ruthess. Happy Saturday to yourself! 

FordyP profile image
FordyP3 Years Smoke Free

What a brilliant post. Am sure from what you say that you are going to nail this. 46 days is amazing!!

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Tracey31 Year Smoke Free

Hello Ruth,  if every there was a inspiring post for all who are viewing, this is it. 

While life is indeed taking a alternative path, and emotions are high, you have somehow found the most strong inner strength,  to push forward with your quit, that is indeed a massive move forward in your life, 

Will keep every thing crossed, that you keep going forward, with better times ahead, I'm sure for you.

Lovely post, please keep us updated.

All that's left for me to say is one huge CONGRATULATIONS, well done Ruth

RoisinO1 profile image
RoisinO1Administrator3 Years Smoke Free

What a great post to read Ruthess, well done on 46 days smoke free!   Almost at huge milestone of 50 days!!

You have worked very hard and it is paying off, keep it up and be very proud....

PS   Sharing this inspirational post with NicoleWard25   who is beginning her great journey soon....

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