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[Stateofmind]

Hey all, new here...

Just wanted to shout out that I am 16 days smoke free! Cold Turkey ans thru the worst of it I hope. But getting used to the small things as they crop up and finding new ways to behave has been hard...Can anyone tell me for example what I am supposed to do at bustops now when there is eons to go? 😂

[TheTabbyCat Administrator LONG TERM WINNER]

Hi Stateofmind, Well done for your decision to quit👏 and of course for your 16 smoke free.

Welcome to Quit Support.💙

It’s never easy to quit but it’s easier with a little support.💪

I think waiting for buses or waiting for anything is a space which needs to be filled..........I do candy crush,but I've never done at a bus stop,lol

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. Just click “posts” then click “pinned posts”.

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.

So for the record,your quit date is Monday 25th November. We will assign you a winners' badge and add your name to the wall of winners.

May I remind you not to post any personal information.

Good luck with your quit.🍀🚭xx

[Froggle LONG TERM WINNER]

Hi State! Well done so far - brilliant 👍

When standing around I normally do try to take note of my breathing and see how deep of deep breaths I can take - normally do around 10 - then I feel I have done something in the time I am waiting - especially outside in the fresh air 😊 feels like a bonus if you know what I mean - doing that instead of the white sticks 🤗

[Corrina125 LONG TERM WINNER]

How about playing a game on your phone?

[Stateofmind 5 MONTH WINNER]

All good suggestions. I like the idea of doing breathing exercises... mindfulness of breath... I'll defo try that. It will be good on stress level front too! Thanks

[Briarwood Administrator LONG TERM WINNER]

Hi Stateofmind and welcome to Quit Support👋

Huge well done 16 days smoke free is brilliant👏🏼

Love your name and good luck, we look forward to supporting you on your journey🚭✅😘

[Stateofmind 5 MONTH WINNER in reply to Briarwood]

Thanks!😊

[StickPrit Badge pending]

That's amazing! I'm addicted to my Kindle...not sure if you're much of a reader but if so, could be a good distraction too?