24 hrs without a smoke

[nikki88]

It's been 24 hrs and I have to say this is harDer then I thought it would be...I'm finding myself wanting to take naps and making myself tired so that I won't smoke and my chest feels slightly tight from what I read that normal as you lungs adjust. Posative thoughts though that's what I keep telling myself .

[Briarwood Administrator LONG TERM WINNER]

Hiya Nikki and a big warm welcome to quit support 😃

Well done on making the best decision to quit and 24 hours is brilliant. The tight chest is very normal alright. It always seems as though we have more time on our hands when we stop smoking and it made me realise how much time I wasted smoking. Trying to fill the extra time is hard at first but it will get easier. I remember people saying that to me and I thought I'd never get over the first week. Keep going as those hours add up to days and you should be very proud of yourself. Sending lots of positive thoughts to keep you going. Can I ask if you are using any nicotine replacement as this helps us to help you. Hang in there 😃 x

[nikki88 1 YEAR WINNER in reply to Briarwood]

I'm quitting cold turkey...and it's hard living in a home with other smokers.

[Briarwood Administrator LONG TERM WINNER in reply to nikki88]

That's sooo true as my hubby smokes so I know exactly what you mean. Initially I was jealous when he lit up and now I just really hate the smell. It does make it harder I agree with you and other members here will say the same. Unless someone wants to quit we can't make them coz believe me I've tried with hubby😩 stay strong and focused on your quit and you can do it 👍😃 x

[roneo in reply to nikki88]

with others smokers around, it can be easy to fall into the trap of envying them for having whilst you are feeling deprived. The reality is, you've escaped & they're still imprisoned. By all means ask them to smoke outside for the sake of your health & because their 2nd hand smoke will continue to feed your nicotine addiction, but continue to remind yourself that smoking gives you NOTHING, so you're not missing out on anything.

[glolin LONG TERM WINNER]

hi Nikki and welcome to quit support😀😀

You sleep if you have too😀😀 do what ever it takes to help you .

It is going to harder for you having smokers in the house, but as briar has said you can do it and before long you too will hate the smell of cigarette smoke😯😯

Quitting cold turkey will take a strong determination, however, if you believe you can, you will succeed.🏆 🏆

It's great that you have read up on what you can expect when you start a smoke free life 👍👍 and the good thing is, none of it last for too long

All the very best and keep us posted on how you are doing, we are all here to help, so any questions just ask away, come and rant if you need to, 🌷🌷

[nikki88 1 YEAR WINNER]

I haven't been smoking very long maybe 10 11 years more so over the last 5-6 years but only roughly about 15 a day if that hard to count when ur splitting a pack with someone who smokes far more then you do

[Kas100 LONG TERM WINNER]

Hi Nikki, congratulations on getting through your first day. Making that decision to quit is so hard. You're doing great.

The good news is it does get easier, just as smoking became a normal part of you're life not smoking will become the norm.

stay strong and you will get there.

Kas

Xx

[shantimar]

Hi Nikki😀

Well done on making the decision to quit, like Briar my hubby still smokes but as Roneo posted we have escaped theyre still enslaved.

It does get easier and you will find that you're not losing out not smoking, you're gaining health and wealth 😃😃

Stay strong you can do it 😄😄

Xx

[Teddybear123 20 Months Winner]

Hang in there, stay positive and think how grateful your body will be !! All is now being repaired. Hugs and kisses xxxxx

[DavidH83 3 YEAR WINNER]

Congratulations on making the start. Sadly the benefits don't happen as quickly as the painful/frustrating withdrawal symptoms.

Nicotine withdrawal lasts a few weeks, the mental addiction lasts longer. But the nicotine addiction is the one responsible for making you moody etc... and that will pass in a short time.

Make sure to let the people around you know you are quitting and remind them "I'm in a bad mood (or whatever your symptom is) because I quit smoking, I know it's irrational but I can't help it. Please help me by not taking offence to anything I say for the next couple of weeks". That's how I managed to work things with my Fiancee (who was amazing support).

If you are surrounded by smokers, it's hard. But try going for a walk, the sun has been out more lately. I don't know where you live but if there is a park near you, when was the last time you walked in it?

I have posted before some notes on timelines which I found, you might find these helpful. I found it helpful to think "symptom X is only going to last a few more days, I can deal with it for that long".

If you have difficulty with a particular symptom during your quit, don't hesistate to post about it. Someone else will have had it and we normaly can give more information on dealing with it, what's causing it, and how long it's going to last.

Benefits timeline:

whyquit.com/whyquit/A_Benef...

Quitting side effects timeline (copied at the bottom of this post):

quitsmokingsupport.com/with...

Most people do not experience all of the symptoms below:

Dizziness Increased oxygen levels in blood and blood pressure lowering to normal Be careful, take precautions and don’t work to hard

1 - 5 days

Coughing, nose running The body’s respiratory system begins to clean itself Drink lots of fluids

1 – 5 days

Sore throat The clearing away of nicotine and tar and the growth of new tissue Suck sweets, eat honey or anything else that will soothe your throat

1 – 5 days

Tight chest The coughing causes the chest muscles to get sore Try relaxation and deep breathing exercises

1 – 2 weeks

Flatulence and constipation Temporary slowing of intestinal movement Eat lots of fibre and drink lots of fluids

1 – 2 weeks

Headaches Increased blood flow (with more oxygen) to the back of the brain. Drink lots of fluids and do relaxation exercises

2 – 4 weeks

Irritability Your body is desperate for nicotine Relaxation exercises

2 – 4 weeks

Reduced concentration Increased blood flow and oxygen to brain and lack of stimulation from nicotine Don’t over exert yourself.

2 – 4 weeks

[mrssunnyside]

Hi Nikki, yes it is hard living with smokers when you decide to quit, my hubby still smoking and I hate the smell now, but I've given up on him now

I don't crave a ciggy anymore and know I will never put one to my lips again, and that's after 45 years of smoking.

I would love to say I did it cold turkey, but I used an e-cig to help me through, and must confess I still use it, but not as often as in the beginning.

Good Luck to you, keep in touch, x

[Bluejeans 11 Month Winner]

Whoa, you've got the hardest 24 hours in. Nap if you can.

Only 3 weeks quit for me and already feel like a smoke would make me ill.