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Post by alix on Feb 8, 2007 12:52:16 GMT -5
i need to stop smoking but if i'm being honest, i just can't be bothered, anyone got any ideas ?
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Post by !Dances With Hamsters! on Feb 8, 2007 15:04:56 GMT -5
Well if you cant be bothered that isnt a good way to stop you need to be determined to quit smoking. First thing I would do is get rid of everything that has to do with it lighters, ashtrays, smoke packs etc. Also try and stay away from people who smoke for a couple days clean up your enviorment so there isnt anything around you to really trigger you to light up again. Find something else to do with your hands, draw, play a game etc. if you usually smoke in "certain places" avoid those places for awhile.
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Post by Alcohol4ever on Feb 8, 2007 21:59:44 GMT -5
Why dont you start by sucking on life savers or something, or drink water when u get the craving?
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Post by -‰KillerStyle‰- on Feb 9, 2007 17:58:23 GMT -5
Have you talked to your doctor about it? He/She would be able to suggest some ways or give you some help to quit.
I would start by cutting back, when you want a smoke WAIT, drink a glass of water, brush your teeth, try and put it off as long as you can.
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Post by [Beefy] on Feb 10, 2007 18:21:43 GMT -5
Quitting is hard but do able! =] Heres a few steps to help you get started. Just remember all the harm smoking does to your body *eww*
1. Get Ready
* Set a quit date. * Change your environment. 1. Get rid of ALL cigarettes and ashtrays in your home, car, and place of work. 2. Don't let people smoke around you. * Review your past attempts to quit. Think about what worked and what did not. * Develop a plan to deal with cravings, withdrawal symptoms, and times when you usually smoke a cigarette. * Once you quit, don't smoke—NOT EVEN A PUFF!
2. Get Support and Encouragement.
Studies have shown that you have a better chance of being successful if you have help. You can get support in many ways:
* Tell your family, friends, and co-workers that you are going to quit and want their support. Ask them not to smoke around you or leave cigarettes out where you can see them. * Talk to your health care provider (e.g., doctor, dentist, nurse, pharmacist, psychologist, or smoking cessation coach or counselor). * Get individual, group, or telephone counseling. Counseling doubles your chances of success. * The more help you have, the better your chances are of quitting. Free programs are available at local hospitals and health centers. Call your local health department for information about programs in your area. * Telephone counseling is available at 1–800–QUIT–NOW.
3. Learn New Skills and Behaviors.
* Try to distract yourself from urges to smoke. Talk to someone, go for a walk, or get busy with a task. * When you first try to quit, change your routine. Use a different route to work. Drink tea instead of coffee. Eat breakfast in a different place. * Do something to reduce your stress. Take a hot bath, exercise, or read a book. * Plan something enjoyable to do every day. * Drink a lot of water and other fluids.
4. Get Medication if you need it and Use It Correctly.
Medications can help you stop smoking and lessen the urge to smoke.
* The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved seven medications to help you quit smoking: 1. Bupropion SR—Available by prescription. 2. Nicotine gum—Available over–the–counter. 3. Nicotine inhaler—Available by prescription. 4. Nicotine nasal spray—Available by prescription. 5. Nicotine patch—Available by prescription and over-the-counter. 6. Nicotine lozenge—Available over–the–counter. 7. Varenicline tartrate—Available by prescription. * Ask your health care provider for advice and carefully read the information on the package. * All of these medications will at least double your chances of quitting and quitting for good. * Nearly everyone who is trying to quit can benefit from using a medication. However, if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant, nursing, under age 18, smoking fewer than 10 cigarettes per day, or have a medical condition, talk to your doctor or other health care provider before taking medications. * For information on FDA-approved medications, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW. To find out more about prescriptions, contact your health care provider.
5. Be Prepared for Relapse or Difficult Situations.
Most relapses occur within the first three months after quitting. Don't be discouraged if you start smoking again. Remember, most people try several times before they finally quit. The following are some difficult situations you may encounter:
* Alcohol. Avoid drinking alcohol. Drinking lowers your chances of success. * Other Smokers. Being around smoking can make you want to smoke. * Weight Gain. Many smokers will gain some weight when they quit, usually less than 10 pounds. Eat a healthy diet and stay active. Don't let weight gain distract you from your main goal—quitting smoking. Some quit-smoking medications may help delay weight gain. * Bad Mood or Depression. There are a lot of ways to improve your mood other than smoking. Some quit-smoking medications also lessen depression.
Within 20 minutes after you smoke that last cigarette, your body begins a series of changes that continue for years.
20 Minutes After Quitting Your heart rate drops.
12 hours After Quitting Carbon monoxide level in your blood drops to normal.
2 Weeks to 3 Months After Quitting Your heart attack risk begins to drop. Your lung function begins to improve.
1 to 9 Months After Quitting Your Coughing and shortness of breath decrease.
1 Year After Quitting Your added risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a smoker’s.
5 Years After Quitting Your stroke risk is reduced to that of a nonsmoker’s 5-15 years after quitting.
10 Years After Quitting Your lung cancer death rate is about half that of a smoker’s. Your risk of cancers of the mouth, throat, esophagus, bladder, kidney, and pancreas decreases.
15 Years After Quitting Your risk of coronary heart disease is back to that of a nonsmoker’s.
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Post by , Anna, BO, Banna, on Feb 11, 2007 9:09:04 GMT -5
i quit smoking 16 hours, 8 minutes and 4 seconds ago. i signed up at www.quitnow.ca and it tells u all this shit Your Quit Date is: 2/10/2007 2:00:00 PM Time Smoke-Free: 16 hours, 8 minutes and 4 seconds Cigarettes NOT smoked: 7 Lifetime Saved: 1 hour Money Saved: $4.00
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Post by Alcohol4ever on Feb 11, 2007 10:02:07 GMT -5
Great advice everyone!!
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Post by [Beefy] on Feb 12, 2007 17:43:52 GMT -5
i need to stop smoking but if i'm being honest, i just can't be bothered, anyone got any ideas ? Oh oh oh another thing
Maybe try and list reasons why and reasons why not to smoke and post them here =]
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Post by Beautiful Disaster on Feb 13, 2007 9:29:55 GMT -5
Healthy Lung Cancer Lung Emphysemic Lung Lip Cancer Beautiful teeth Hairy Tounge
All from smoking End of story I think you get my point
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Post by !Dances With Hamsters! on Feb 13, 2007 13:21:48 GMT -5
Thanks for the lovely view BD.
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Post by Beautiful Disaster on Feb 13, 2007 13:27:18 GMT -5
You're very welcome now would you go smoke knowing that those are side effects among other things?
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Post by !Dances With Hamsters! on Feb 13, 2007 13:28:02 GMT -5
Yes Im dieing for that hairy tounge
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Post by Beautiful Disaster on Feb 13, 2007 13:30:18 GMT -5
shut up its not funny
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Post by !Dances With Hamsters! on Feb 13, 2007 13:35:45 GMT -5
haha I know im just kidding the hairy tounges gross. It makes me not want to date any smokers or smoke myspace ^_^
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Post by Beautiful Disaster on Feb 13, 2007 13:37:53 GMT -5
good! but ummmm smoke myspace?
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Post by !Dances With Hamsters! on Feb 19, 2007 18:06:43 GMT -5
oops hahahahahaa wtf myself*
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Post by pyromanniac420 on Feb 24, 2007 0:32:02 GMT -5
oh god even with the warnings i still looked thats sick enuf to keep me from smoking thats for sure
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