Day 43, thought it'd be getting easier?

[Jamiew1990]

Day 43 of quitting, mood swings, anxiety, no energy. Also smoking dreams, can someone just assure me im not losing my mind! I thought I had a handle on it but it's hit me in the face today.

[jillygirl Administrator Queen Bee]

Welcome Jamiew, thank you for joining us. First of all well done on your decision to quit. Its not an easy task but it certainly is worth it.

No your not losing your mind. All those symptoms you describe are very normal withdrawal ones.

If you have a good look through the pinned posts, there is a lot of information on anxiety, moods, dreaming etc.(these are to the right or the bottom of this page.)

Make sure you drink plenty of water, to help rid the toxins. Exercise to keep your lungs healthy. Its very common to go through various withdrawal symptoms , but they will go in time. We are all here to help and advise.

I dont know if your using any nicotine replacement , but please dont be afraid of using some , should the withdrawal , /cravings get too much to handle.

I will assign you your progress badge next to your name, plus add your name to our wall of winners.

Look forward to supporting you. xx

[TheTabbyCat Administrator LONG TERM WINNER]

Hi Jamie, well done for your decision to quit and for your 43 smoke free days.

Welcome to Quit Support.

As already mentioned ,you are not losing your mind,all the symptoms you are experiencing are part of withdrawal.

I suggest you read the pinned posts for more information. here's a link to get you started.

healthunlocked.com/quitsupp......

If you need any more help or even just a shoulder to lean on,please don't hesitate to ask. There's always someone here.

Good luck with your quit.🍀🚭

[Briarwood Administrator Ducky]

Hi Jamie and welcome to Quit Support👋

It sure does feel like we’re losing our mind at times on this crazy rollercoaster quit journey but it’s par for the course.

Hang in there coz it won’t always be like this. We look forward to supporting you and keeping you sane.

Huge well done for your 43 days smoke free and yes it will get easier🚭👍xx

[Midwife91 10 MONTH WINNER]

Hi Jamie,

I’m at 39 days so a similar stage to yourself. I think I was hit with most of these symptoms a bit earlier on as I seem to be over the worst of it, I do often wonder when I will feel ‘normal’ again though as I still don’t feel quite myself, like you said a lack of energy, and I’ve gained quite a temper 😂😈

I’ve stopped before for 2 years so I know it gets better!! I just can’t remember when it did last time. Keep going you’re doing amazing it’s so worth it in the long run!!! Honestly you will get there!! 💗

Xxx

[Jamiew1990 5 MONTH WINNER in reply to Midwife91]

Well done to you to! The last couple days have been a bit better. My god the temper I have at the moment I just need to be left alone Haha.

I'll get there it's just all new after 15 years of smoking. But feeling better for it.

[Happybear LONG TERM WINNER]

Congratulations on 6 weeks. From my recollections this is about the worst time, keep going, it will get better. Somehow one has to embrace the whole situation and remember you don't smell like an ashtray. Try and focus on the positives. Sending good vibes to ya.