Gerritt Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 I am sick and friggen tired of smoking.. I am smoking just for the sake of smoking... I know what my triggers are and I think I can disassociate them.... I NEED to get off these demon sticks.. They make me sick... Now... I plan on doing this cold turkey... no gums no pills or patches... But I understand there is a good book out there... anyone know the name and the author?? I hope those of you out there making resolutions are able to fulfil them!! Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Years!! Gerritt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoil Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Don't wait do it now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 tone z71 Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 My Boss Quit cold turkey last spring G ,he said the first 3 weeks was horribly,the cravings withdrawls etc he was damn miserable too haha after that he was fine and actually despises the smoke now ,good luck its for the best as you already know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e-z-out Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCTFisher9120 Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Best of luck to you, my mom quit cold turkey on the first of Febuary this year and has not had a smoke since. As i saw it was hard but worth it!(congrads mom ) As for a new years resolution....im still not sure, all i got to far is to catch more bass next year!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
douG Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Good Luck, Gerritt. We are all pulling for you. If you fall off that wagon, get back on it. It sounds like you have the right motivation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TroutnMuskieHunter Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Go for it Gerritt ....I quit cold turkey 9yrs ago and haven't looked back!!!....I remember buying a pack of smokes on New Year's Eve day, because I didn't think that I'd have enough to last me until the big day of Jan 1st....I actually quit on New Year's Eve for some reason and ended up throwing the unopened pack into the fireplace....!!! Good luck and hopefully you'll be one of the guys looking for non-smokers to share a room with at the G2Gs in 2009 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lunkerbasshunter Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 i quit smoking almost 4 years ago. It isnt easy but truely there is no better feeling then finely being smoke free. To control the cravings you have to keep yourself busy. After the first few weeks the cravings only last a couple minutes so it gets easier. I havent had a craving in 3 years now. Good luck and you can do it!!!!!!!!! Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 good luck bud I had to hide the booze for me to quit smoking, major trigger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerritt Posted December 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Same here Terry... as well as coffee.. and meals.... So no drinking or eating! LOL... Thanks A,G! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bass_boy7 Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 I will have to agree with you, booze and coffee is a big one for me as well, I quit cold turkey for 2 years fell off the wagon and quit again so far so good but when it comes to a night drinking with the guys, I fall off the wagon and almost always smoke at least 3 cigarettes, its sad but its an addiction so hold in there, because it is possible. I have to just over come my demon once and for all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike the Pike Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 OH thats going to be tuff Gerritt but I know you can do it. G2G's will never be the same what are you going to tell all your other buddies in the smoke infested cottage. You won't be part of the gang anymore.HH won't accept you anymore Smokeless poker games If anything do it for young Liam. Stick to it and be strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappieperchhunter Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Took my brother 3 tries to give it up, but he did it and has been a none smoker for over 10 years now. That's a very high bar for a New Year's Resolution. Good luck with it Gerritt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Gerritt, If your going to do it do it now,don't hesitate......Carry around a bag of baby carrots with ya and munch away. I went through it myself and then with my wife and we did it cold turkey. Its all about preocupying you brain when the urges come. If you gain weight,no problem. Work on that part afterwards but first things first,get off the butts.... Getterdone !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clampet Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Quote: "...I understand there is a good book out there..." C'mon! After that speech:" I'm gonna do it ... no patches.." Just do it! That's what I did. You wanna be a man? Now's yer chance. Now c'mon back in Feb and tell us you did not have even one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clampet Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Here's something fer ya ta read ya big baby.. Smoking & tobacco Quitting smoking Five stages of quitting readiness Benefits of quitting Barriers to quitting How to quit Medications to quit Help a friend quit Get help How to quit Quitting smoking may be one of the hardest things you'll ever do. But it gets easier with practice. Research shows that every time you try to quit, you boost your chances of quitting for good. Your chance of success is even higher if you combine quit methods like counselling, nicotine replacement ("the patch") or other medications. Quitting smoking is a process that requires careful planning, courage, discipline, and commitment. You can succeed by following this advice: Four steps to quitting Proven quit smoking methods Nicotine withdrawal: symptoms & remedies How to cope with cravings Quitting checklist Four steps to quitting smoking Pick a quit day Choose a date within the next two or three weeks to quit. Having a deadline makes it easier to plan how you will handle the people, places and situations that make you want to smoke. Try to choose a time that is not particularly stressful. But don't wait forever for the "perfect" day - pick a quit date now and work with it. Chosen one or more proven quit-smoking methods Your chances of success are greater if you combine quit methods like counselling, self-help guides, the patch and other medicines. Learn more about methods to help you quit smoking. Choose the methods that will work best for you. It also helps to: List your reasons for quitting - health, family, money Write down the things that can replace smoking: healthy alternatives like exercise, or a new hobby Speak with friends, family, and colleagues who can give you support. Tell them about your plan to quit, so it feels more real to you Start making the lifestyle changes that will support your plan - leave cigarettes at home when you go out, remove the ashtrays from your home Consider joining a support group. Some people find it helpful to talk to others who are also trying to quit. Contact your provincial Lung Association to find a support group in your community. [*]Work your plan It's your quit date. Be firm that you won't smoke. Review your plan often. Knowing how you're going to handle the urge to smoke will help you better cope with cravings Avoid those people and situations where you will be tempted to smoke Go for a walk instead of a smoke. Find a hobby that keeps your hands and mind busy Clean your teeth, your clothes, your house of that stale tobacco smell Be positive. You are choosing to be smoke-free [*]Celebrate your success Believe in yourself and your plan Understand that it takes time to re-learn smoke-free habits Remember, that quitting is a process, not an event Though your recovery begins within hours of your last smoke, it takes at least three weeks to make a new habit. Don't be discouraged if you slip. It's part of the process. You are not a failure. Review your plan and ask yourself how you can do it differently next time. Reward yourself Proven quit smoking methods Most people who quit smoking use a combination of quit methods. Research shows people are more likely to succeed in quitting smoking if they combine several supports<a href="http://www.lung.ca/protect-protegez/tobacco-tabagisme/quitting-cesser/how-comment_e.php#f1">1. For example, you can join a support group, and also have some gum or patches on hand to overcome cravings. You will need to find the combination of supports that works best for you. Here are some of the most common quit methods: Support groups/counselling Most people find it helpful to join a support group, get counselling or read self-help books. This type of support will help you understand what to expect and better cope with withdrawal symptoms. Contact your provincial Lung Association to find out more about support groups and programs offered in your community. Nicotine replacement therapies Nicotine replacement therapies come in many different forms: skin patches, gum, sprays and inhalers. They have small amounts of nicotine in them and can help take the edge of cravings. These products work by slowly reducing the amount of nicotine delivered to your body to help you handle withdrawal symptoms more easily. Research shows these are effective in helping people to quit smoking, especially when combined with counselling or self-help. More about nicotine replacement therapies Antidepressant drugs Bupropion SR (Zyban) is a prescription antidepressant drug that can reduce the urge to smoke in some people. It's most effective in helping people quit when it's combined with other quit methods like counselling. More about medication to help you quit smoking Unproven methods to quit smoking Acupuncture and related therapies: Acupuncture is based on traditional Chinese healing. It uses needles to stimulate energy points in the body. Acupuncture is promoted as a way to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms in people who quit smoking. Some related therapies that have also been used as quit smoking aids are: Acupressure Electrostimulation Laser therapy There is not enough evidence to recommend these therapies to quit smoking2. More studies are needed before we can say if acupunture or related treatments help people quit smoking.3. It's best to check with your doctor before spending money on these therapies. Hypnosis: Hypnosis or hypnotherapy is often promoted as a way to help people stop smoking. There are different types of hypnotherapies - some are meant to lessen the desire to smoke and others aim to increase the will to quit. There is no evidence to show that hypnotherapy works as a treatment for helping people quit smoking4. Nicotine withdrawal Withdrawal is your body's response to being without the drug nicotine. Everyone who quits smoking should expect some withdrawal symptoms. Common withdrawal symptoms: Craving for a cigarette Feeling tired Cough Gas/stomach pain Hunger Headache Feeling irritable (bad mood) Trouble concentrating Symptoms of withdrawal and how long they last are different for everyone. In general, symptoms begin within hours of stopping smoking and can be worse in the evening. Symptoms tend to decrease over the first 4-5 days. Some people have stronger symptoms than others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernie Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Been 8 weeks for me now. Quit cold turkey- nothing other than a solid determination to quit. Big cravings have now gone. And no more weird dreams about smoking (you were right on with that Daplumma). Was at our Christmas party last night and admit it was tempting but didn't do it. When I quit I was away from normal routine for a week at the hunt camp. Then a week of normal routine and back to the hunt camp for another week. It's a habit, a really bad one too, so a different routine really helped me. Drink your morning coffee at a different time or better yet change to orange juice. Take a lunch with good things to eat in it. Carrot sticks are a good idea. Do different things than what you normally do, like maybe visit the library or build something or go for a walk (you get what I mean). Support from friends (including here) and family are critical, really listen to them and what they are trying to tell you. They tell you these things because they care and do not want to see you continue something that is hurting you. Create yourself a definitive mindset. I AM GOING TO BEAT THIS!! And stick with it man! DO IT ! Am I ever happy to see this post from you G ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camillj Posted December 22, 2008 Report Share Posted December 22, 2008 (edited) Don't wait do it now! If you are serious ... I mean really .. had enough serious ... butt the smoke thats in your hand right now out .... and put your lighter in your breast pocket as a reminder of your one-time habit. (I still have my bowl of matches and lighters right beside the dining room table) ... and 10 packs of smokes on the stove ... trophy's and reminders of my past ... I dont hate smoking .. I am just finished with it ... Pull that lighter out ... play with it... and reminisce whenever you need to ... but thats the end of it... and by the way Congratulations !!!! Here's to a long healthy and happy life. otherwise .. I wish you the best of luck... Edited December 22, 2008 by camillj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted December 22, 2008 Report Share Posted December 22, 2008 Gerritt jonesin? Stay strong, and if this time doesn't work, try again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clampet Posted December 22, 2008 Report Share Posted December 22, 2008 Quit that poop Quit that poop Quit that poop Quit that poop Quit that poop Quit that poop Quit that poop Quit that poop Quit that poop Quit that poop Quit that poop Quit that poop!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUSTER Posted December 22, 2008 Report Share Posted December 22, 2008 ahh you can do it, i did it cold turkey however i had to quit tim hortons at the same time at least for a mth or 2 , the first wk was hell,2nd was worse,3rd was better , i had major headaches went to the dr and she said was prob from coffee withdrawls more than the nicotine......ITS ALL IN YOUR HEAD if you want to quit than you will quit...oh lots of hot showers worked for me maybe 3-4 a day! lol good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squid Posted December 23, 2008 Report Share Posted December 23, 2008 Gerritt, I wish you the best of luck in quitting smoking. I quit on Jan 22 08 so I am coming up to a year. We are here for you as was everyone when I quit. Go for it, you will not regret it. I still have to buy a gift to myself for quitting but I will wait for the Muskie Odessey to but a new reel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted December 23, 2008 Report Share Posted December 23, 2008 (edited) Gerritt I quit, cold turkey 10 years ago and it was very tough but I managed. One thing that helped me believe it or not was Extra Strength Fisherman's Friend lozenges. I don't know why but the feeling when you breathe in seemed to get rid of the cravings. Pretty wierd huh?? I had my last smoke on January 10th 1999, so I will be nicotene free for ten years in a few weeks. Now if I could only get rid of the extra 100 pounds I gained since I quit!!!!! One more thing, food and beer taste much better and you can smell again. Plus you find out how repulsive smoking makes you smell when you are not smoking any more. When someone who smokes walks by you after you have been off smokes for a while it smells like a dirty old ashtray walking by!!! Edited December 23, 2008 by DRIFTER_016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modny Posted December 23, 2008 Report Share Posted December 23, 2008 holmes i remember u smoked a whole bag of those cancer sticks when we went to the grand i wuz like oh snap do it so u dont die in 10 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciceri Posted December 23, 2008 Report Share Posted December 23, 2008 mine is to catch a Pike, Crappie, Lake Trout, and Whitefish through the ice. Good luck to you on quiting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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