Pre-Quitting: Me and my fiance Austin decided we would quit smoking and use that money to join a gym and start implementing physical fitness into our lives. You know, change out a bad habit for a good habit and further balance out life to be all good and happy. We picked August 1st ( as to mentally prepare of course) but we got so good at the mental preparation, we decided on July 15th that we would quit Friday, July 16th. Smoke like a chimney that Thursday prior, saying an almost tearful farewell to that private time and enjoyment only a cigarette break could give.
Day One: I awoke in the morning and the first thought to come pounding into my brain: " O my God, I can't smoke today." So I closed my eyes and went back to bed until 12:30 p.m. When I awoke I got ready for the day and started cleaning with more vigor I have ever known. The only way I can explain how uncomfortable that first day was, is to compare it to the middle of a panic attack, combined with too much caffeine in your system, and if a bee continued to sting you in the ass to remind you you were outdoors. Went to work, had a million suckers and ripped a couple peoples heads off... but I DID it :)
Day two: Way worse. Is every single driver and inhabitant on this earth a completely selfish, inconsiderate , mentally challenged jackass? Or am I just in a bad mood? Don't talk to me if you want to keep your balls.
Day three: Not so bad :D I want a cigarette but it's more a habit to think about one then an actual craving.... a few irritable moments but well , for the first time.... I feel.... BETTER.
Day Four: Hardly any cravings! Pretty decent mood! and honestly a TON more energy! I feel better, more enthusiastic about life, and the self esteem that I am a total bad ass.
Day five: Going strong :D First day I walked into work without even thinking about having a cigarette first.
Some facts and inspirational messages :
90% of people who quit successfully quit cold turkey.
Only 1/3 of the people gain weight ( and you CAN control that )
a friend told me " You can come up with a million excuses, but if you have another cigarette now, it's because you're weak. " That really kept me going.
I'm not trying to come off as someone holier then though, and every smoker should quit if they want to be as cool as me type of thing, but I am proud of this personal accomplishment and wanted to share this journey. I have already saved an estimated $35 in just FIVE DAYS! yeah, that's how much we used to smoke. Five days and counting :D WOO!
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