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1. barbpm

   

   7 posts
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   23 Mar 2018
   01 Apr 2018

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   Just started - I am excited but still anxious.  I am going to try really hard.
   
2. ocean

   

   286 posts
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   29 Nov 2017
   01 Apr 2018

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   Good for you Barb!  It always takes so long to make an attempt to quit, so congratulations!  Read everything, do things you love, and try and coast through the challenges.  Reach out when you need support.
3. aurora

   

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   08 Mar 2018
   01 Apr 2018

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   Hi Barb,
   You have made the first important steps - committing to quit and reaching out in this forum. Way to go!
   
   

4. treepeo

   

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   01 Apr 2018

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   Hi barb,
   
   Way to go!  It's great that you have decided to quit smoking.  Drink lots of water, and keep busy to distract yourself from cravings.  You are stronger than your addiction, and you can do this!  Believe in yourself!
5. eagerquit

   

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   07 Mar 2018
   02 Apr 2018

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   Hi Barb,
   
   Congratulations on your commitment. I made mine on March 7 and have been smoke free ever since. The freedom from addiction is amazing.
   
   Eagerquit
   
6. nadia, quit coach

   

   51 posts
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   29 Nov 2017
   02 Apr 2018

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   Hi Barb,
   
   Congratulations on getting started on your quit! Like the other members mentioned, starting is the biggest step. We encourage you to take it one day at a time, plan on how to deal with triggers/cravings and remember that we are all here to support you.
   You can reach us at Smoker's Helpline at 1-877-513-5333.
   
   Have a great smoke free day everyone!
7. nerak47

   

   48 posts
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   23 Jan 2018
   02 Apr 2018

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   Good afternoon Barb, 
   
   Congrats on making a life changing decision...you will find great reads in here.  One day you will be coming back and giving some thoughts to someone else who will be a 'newbie'. Have fun and keep coming back and sharing.
   My quit day is Feb 6 and smoke free ever since! We can beat and succeed!!!
   
   nerak
8. barbpm

   

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   23 Mar 2018
   11 Apr 2018

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   Thank you all for your great support.  It is tough but this is making things much easier.  My biggest problem, other than quitting, is that my computer is so slow and it takes so long when I am in the Community Forum to see everything.  But believe me - I am here and like to see how everyone is doing...it is nice to know one is not alone.
9. eagerquit

   

   415 posts
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   11 Apr 2018

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   Hi Barbpm,
   
   You are quite right. We are not alone. I draw a lot of strength from the support and reading about others' successes in the Forums.
   
   Eagerquit
   
10. cc91

    

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    10 Apr 2018
    11 Apr 2018

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    Hi Barb. I believe you and I have a lot in common because I have just made the conscious choice to quit as well. I keep thinking to myself "why do I want to smoke?" other than it settles my cravings and "feels good". Your health is so much more important. We can do it Barb!
11. barbpm

    

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    23 Mar 2018
    18 Apr 2018 in reply to cc91

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    Dear cc91:
    
    Yes, we can do it.  
    barbpm