Comments on: If I’m Quiet – You Know Something’s Up

By: Thanks For Kicking My Butt and Inspiring Me

Thanks For Kicking My Butt and Inspiring Me — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 23:59:37 +0000

[...] Away Debt -Tricia’s blunt and open honesty is very refreshing. I can very much relate to her [...]

By: I'm Still Here... » Blogging Away Debt

I'm Still Here... » Blogging Away Debt — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 07:01:21 +0000

[...] if I’m quiet, it’s one of three things. This time it is number one [...]

By: Esther

Esther — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 01:56:23 +0000

Sheesh, cut yourself some slack… You’re sick AND overworked, AND you’re picking now to quit smoking??? Do yourself a favor. Wait until you’re good and rested before even thinking about quitting the smoking. You’ll only make yourself sicker over the stress of not meeting your expectations.

By: Aristotelian

Aristotelian — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 14:53:57 +0000

Good luck with the quitting. I wonder if blogging about it will give you an extra incentive, just as for your debt reduction. If your well being isn’t enough incentive, think of all the money you will save on cigarettes!

By: mbhunter

mbhunter — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 05:13:29 +0000

Find something to replace the cigarettes with. If you just take the cigarettes away, that will be less effective than if you do something healthier instead of smoking.

We’ll pray for you.

By: Ms.Blue

Ms.Blue — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 00:06:36 +0000

Oh, Tricia, I can really sympathize and empathize with the cig habit. I finally did it, after several tries of “cutting down and just bumming” not working. I ran out one night and instead of runing out to get a new pack,I told myself I’d just wait till the a.m. When the a.m. arrived I told myself I’d just go for a few hours; then I said I’d go a few hours more. I made it a game, to see how long I could go. Important note: I DID NOT tell myself “I am quitting, I’ll never have a cig again, etc.” By playing the game the way I did, I think it took some of the pressure off. After a few days, I just didn’t want to “break my record.” So … it’s now been almost 20 years since that last cig.

I know everyone has his or her own way of doing this. I just thought I’d give you what worked for me, as more food for thought.

I’m pulling for you. Good luck. Don’t beat yourself up, either, no matter what. Sometimes it takes more than one try before it works for good.
You’ll do it, though. I know you will. I know it.

By: Julie Mead

Julie Mead — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 00:06:10 +0000

Hi Tricia,
You can do it!! I did it so anyone can. You are stronger and better then this! Plus you will save a TON on cigs and you will start feeling better! Good luck!

By: angiebaby

angiebaby — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 18:57:56 +0000

one day at a time! I know you can do it! You’ve been talkin’ the talk, and now you’re walkin’ the walk!!! Keep it up!

By: Mrs. Micah

Mrs. Micah — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 18:30:02 +0000

Good luck, Tricia! Keep at it, no matter what. It took my dad years, but he finally quit.

By: Sherri

Sherri — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 18:02:40 +0000

Best of luck!

By: Susan

Susan — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 16:37:37 +0000

Trish: Try the new pills that are out via prescription. I saw a friend this week who was a longterm smoker. It’s been over two weeks since she smoked. She says they are a miracle. Definitely worth a try. Good luck.

Best,
Susan

By: nancy

nancy — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 15:43:24 +0000

Hey Tricia, You go girl! I will be thinking and praying for you this weekend. Hugs.

By: Chief Family Officer

Chief Family Officer — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 14:55:55 +0000

Good luck Tricia! You can do it!

By: Kathryn

Kathryn — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 14:53:37 +0000

You go, girl!

Big hugs for the big steps you are making in your life.

By: Mandi

Mandi — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 13:59:07 +0000

I know you can do it. There are so many benifits of quitting, but then you already know them. The biggest is, your family.

You will be there longer for your family, and your son will not see that you are smoking.

By: Lucy Lastic

Lucy Lastic — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 13:45:15 +0000

I was all set to quit too, last Monday, but a couple of unexpected things came up which I immediately turned into excuses. I’m trying to get my head around having another go starting this coming Monday, but my mind is about as far from the right place as it’s possible to be – deep down, I don’t think I really believe I can do it. Silly really. You’d never think that quitting is something I actually WANT to do. I’ll be giving myself a stiff talking to tomorrow, and will be popping back here too to see how you’ve been doing (and maybe pick up some motivation!)

Good luck – I hope you’re feeling better soon

By: Lisa

Lisa — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 13:44:23 +0000

I wish you luck with your quit. As others have said, it is tough but OH SO WORTH IT! Do whatever you have to do – I couldn’t sleep so I had to sit in the bathtub for 10 hours a day

By: booklover

booklover — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 12:47:43 +0000

I and many of my friends and family have quit – its very hard, it stinks, but you can do it!! I have total confidence in you. Go easy on yourself, see if there is health-dept sponsored quitters hotline like we have in New York. Through that hotline you can get free gum or coupons for the gum, support groups, etc.

You can do it!

By: Dedicated

Dedicated — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 12:24:00 +0000

If you want to yell at someone – email me with exclamation points – I can take it!

Here are some helpers-
1. Ditch the caffine – When the cigarettes leave your system, you will find out what others are talking about when they say they are feeling the effects of caffine.
2. Drink Decaffinated Hot Tea or Coffee – this will help relax your chest and help with breathing. Drink as much as you want.
3. Deep breaths – Pretend you are taking a drag off a cigarette. Suck as much air into your tar ridden lungs as you can – HOLD IT. For at least a few seconds, then release the air slowly. This will give you the same relaxing feeling you get from cigarettes (I still do this everyday-all the time).
4.Sugar Free Gum or Mints – Buy ALOT. When ever the craving grows huge, pop one in.
5. Clean – In order to keep my hands busy. I found it thearaputic to tear my house apart and clean the blinds and walls and everything else that was covered in nicotene. It took me days to do the entire house from top to bottom.

Trica – YOU CAN DO THIS! Cigarettes are not you, you are a STRONG, BEAUTIFUL, INTELLIGENT, LOVING MOM, WIFE AND WOMAN! Don’t let them steal another day of your life from you or the ones you love.

It’s not going to be easy. I’m praying for you.

3 days – get past the first 3 days and you will notice great improvements in breathing.

1st week – and you will begin to see you are making head way.

1 month – and you are gaining back your control

2 months – you have the power physically, make sure your mental is on board.

3 months – and you will be free.

By: Carol

Carol — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 08:33:00 +0000

Hi, Have you known anyone who’s tried that new Chantix? I know three people who have used it successfully…although unfortunately, my DH isn’t one of those…good luck!

By: Debt Consolidation

Debt Consolidation — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 06:37:16 +0000

Good for you on giving up cigarettes, hope you can make it through, I heard of people who are successful in giving up the vice but after a few stressful moments, they’re back with their habit.. Hope you’ll not be one of them

By: k

Sat, 10 Nov 2007 06:08:58 +0000

Good luck! I know you can do it!! This will add years to your life, you’ll be a better role model for your child, and you’ll save so much money.

By: Making Cents

Making Cents — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 05:42:17 +0000

Good for you for taking on the challenge. I’ve quite twice. First with a prescription and I didn’t smoke for three years. This last time I used the patch and have not smoked since March. Both methods are great for helping with the cravings! Lollipops and straws really help too.

You are going to feel so much better!

By: Anonymous Writer

Anonymous Writer — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 04:30:17 +0000

Think of the money you’ll save on cigarettes!

By: fiveberries

fiveberries — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 04:17:41 +0000

Hugs to you and I’ll be thinking positive thoughts for you this weekend.

This is a huge challenge – I’m glad you’re trying again! You’ll beat it.

By: Irishjim43

Irishjim43 — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 04:07:29 +0000

Good luck to ya on the smoking , I myself have to stop as I am going thru a divorce and custody fight.
But smoking I see as a big negative that I dont need in my life.