Hi, new to this site, but I have tried everything from will power to lozenges, patches, sprays and vaping. Im 48 and smoked for 33 years. I see people say 'oh I've given up and it was easy' so why is it that I've not been able to do this.
I can go without beer, and meat and all kinds of things for months, but cigarettes I can go no more than 2 days.
Has anyone tried the medication, whats everyone elses way of quitting the dreaded weed???
I have been using the lozenges and inhalator and find them really helpful but I think the biggest help is that I started the couch to 5k running program and that helped massively. I have been running now since the 7th August and stopped smoking on the 2nd Sept and with each day that goes by and each run that I go on I feel better and better for stopping and stronger and more determined to stay stopped!
Good luck!
Hello Sprozzy, and welcome to Quit Support.
😊
Well done on deciding to quit smoking. Its not easy, however it
Is achievable ,and we will help and support you all the way on your quit Journey.
Everyones quit journey is different and there is no set pattern to how and how long it can take. However we have a lot of information in the pinned posts and topics sections. Have a good read through and try and see which way you think will suit you.
Sometimes its a hand to mouth habit, not always the nicotine. Changing your routine sometimes helps.
If you cant find what you require , just shout and we will be here , ready to support you.
we do remind new members NOT to give any personal details out i.e. email addresses,
Phone numbers, or personal pictures. (If in doubt leave it out).
If you let us know your exact quit date we can then assign you your progress badge,
And also add your name to our wall of winners.
Look forward to supporting you. 😊
XXX
Hi Spozzy, Well done for your decision to quit👏 Welcome to Quit Support.💙
It’s never easy to quit but it’s easier with a little support.💪
I haven't used 'meds' to quit but watch this space as sooner or later,someone somewhere will be able to help.
Please read the pinned posts,📌 there is lots of information there. You will find the posts to the right or at the bottom of your screen depending which device you are using.
May I suggest you drink plenty of water💧💦 to flush out the toxins and keep yourself hydrated.
If you feel you need any more help please don’t hesitate to ask. There is always someone here.
Good luck with your quit.🍀🚭xx
Hello Sprozzy, welcome to Quit Support.
I used Champix to help me with my quit and have been quit for 2.5 years now. As with anything it still takes determination and changing of mindset to quit and stay quit.
Champix works by dampening the Nicotine receptors in your brain, so you feel less inclined to smoke over time. This is not NRT and you can only get in on prescription. You will still get cravings and withdrawal symptoms but it worked for me as I began to get less and less enjoyment out of smoking.
You were me a year ago... same age, same amount of years smoking. Whoever said it was easy was lying lol. It's hard but so very worth it. I tried Champix and had a horrible reaction to it so I tried the patches (did it through the NHS) and somehow they worked. I look back and am still shocked that this small sticky thing could stop me smoking, but here I am 15 months later and not touched a cigarette. Whatever you choose to use, good luck 
Hey Sprozzy, I have quit numerous times. Always cold turkey. This time I'mhoping to succeed. Maybe it's a time of life thing, I'm 50. I was half way through a joint in early January, thought this is disgusting and stopped. It has been easier than previous times although for a couple of months I was horrid every evening for a few hours. Good luck, it can be done. This place is great. Kind words and support.
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Giving this my all! 
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