Week End

[Shimoni]

So i was with friends and have kept away from drinking.Decided to try a few beers and see how i feltl as drinks smoking go together.Imanaged not to smoke but wont do that again as i craved and did not enjoy .Iguess this will take time but proud of myself 3weeks 2daysYayyyyyy.Onwards and upwards

[glolin LONG TERM WINNER]

Good on you David, you should be feeling proud of yourself

Many members take a break from drinking for a wee while until they feel they are in control of their quit and are confident they can stay in control with a few beers etc.

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[Shimoni 13 MONTHS WINNER in reply to glolin]

How long do you believe i should abstain from drinking before i feel in control and not worrying i might smoke

[Shimoni 13 MONTHS WINNER]

How long did you take before you could have a drink with friends and be in control or enjoy yourself.

[glolin LONG TERM WINNER in reply to Shimoni]

I have never been a big drinker so am not much help, i am sure others will be on an can share their story.

You will probably know yourself.. I had been quit for about 5 months and was camping up the river, had a couple of drinks, and was rolling ciggies for step son as he was in no fit state to role them..At no time did i even consider wanting one

[Shimoni 13 MONTHS WINNER in reply to glolin]

Hi All

Thats great to here that eventualy ill reach a point where i wont consider smoking again.Ihave decided not to make things harder so wont be drinking for a couple of months .Thank s again for your input

[Coco797 17 Month Winner]

it's different for everyone. I can have a few beers and not one or I can have a few beers and want to eat one. Ha

The smell doesn't bother me and I am not sure if that's good or bad.

I'm def done and not going back. I've seen first hand the downside of the evil cigs.

Good luck and you do what you have to do to keep your quit!

I'm on day 24! This is awesome! But hard. Hahah ahhh the roller coaster!

[Briarwood Administrator Ducky]

Well done Shimoni, you're in control😊

its all a learning process and Rome wasn't built in a day😉 Be very proud of yourself for 3 weeks and NOPE🚭😊x

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Hi Shimoni😀 I too have to watch drinking as alcohol is a huge trigger for me to light up. Instead of going to a party this weekend, I handed out Halloween candy to the little ones..... I'm in my 6 th week now..... Still new to quitting and determined not to light up ...... Sure is a lifestyle change hey

Hang in there🙋

[Shimoni 13 MONTHS WINNER]

Wow Im happy to hear from everyone who have similar or different reactions to drinking while not smoking .Congratulations to you all.Thank you formaking my journey to staying on the road of NOPEajourney where i have encouragement every step i take towards my ultimate destination.Those behind me i can help those in front of me i can learn.Onwards and Upwards

[monky Administrator Cake eater]

Hi ya Dave, big congratulations to you for getting through that tough time am sooooo PROUD of ya pal

Yes, like you say, fags and drink are the best of buddies so perhaps abstain from drinking for a bit longer until you get more confidence with your quit eh

Your doing ever so well Dave, you really are and am loving it

Pete

[adidas1961]

Well done you have passed a critical test🎖