Thought I would feelbetter

[amietg]

I am new here,

Stopped smoking 4 weeks ago, cold turkey after they stopped selling my cigs, so no alternative and therefore can't cheat. I feel exhausted and so emotional, I have cried more times in past 5 days than last 5 years. All I can think of is"I would be calmer if I had a cig. I smoked for 34 years

Waiting to feel better and yesterday I have fell out with everyone in my house on lockdown because they said I have turned into an angry person. They are kinda correct because I do suddenly seemed to be jumping down everyone necks. My head feels so fuzzie, yet I always felt alert

[Betty8787]

Oh amietg! I’m so sorry this is so hard for you right now. I have also had some trouble with relationships since giving up smoking. It’s not easy. You’re body and mind is going through so so much. I wish people would go above and beyond to help and accept that being grumpy for a few weeks when you’re trying to kick such a horrible impactive habit.

It’s hard but I promise you smoking will not resolve these issues with people. I have been told to smoke because I’m happier when I do. Are you going to be happier and less grumpy when you’re poorly? I believe my teeth troubles, smear troubles, mood and depression is all based around smoking.

Have you tried exercise? I tried my ‘new’ lungs out today for a run and couldn’t believe the difference.

You wouldn’t expect your hair to grow down to your bum in a few weeks. You wouldn’t expect to lose a stone in weight in a few weeks. Things that are worth it take time. Stay strong!

[amietg in reply to Betty8787]

Thank you for your reply, yes i have health problems which hoping in time to see an improvement.

I actually felt ok for the 1st week but the tiredness is awful and in 4th week

Lockdown is not helping,I cant walk far (one of my health problems) but i will try and walk abit more xx

[Duniya11]

I gave up as menthols were banned and I don’t like regular cigs. I don’t feel I had a choice but thought would have to give up so go for it. I’m ok but not using nicotine etc as I actually felt odd realising how addicted I was I smoked 5-7 a day for 32 years. I’ve done ok so far .. felt awful. I have never quit before or even wanted to. Today is day 22 and it’s tough going this past day or so. I feel a bit anxious.. I still don’t want to use nicotine as feel need to be free from this thing that’s managed to have such a hold on me. Your doing well.. keep going.. we will get there