Hi there Missconstrue, and welcome to the SSC. I think the site is really great, and I found the program tool helpful. Which brings me to your question...
I have felt that way in previous quits, like I was giving up something, I couldn't have what I wanted because I couldn't handle it and stop, I would keep going, and to some extent I resented non-smokers because it is so easy for them to say, "well, why don't you quit?" Like I had never thought of that.
This time is different. I am using Chantix, a prescription, and it is helping a lot with the physical side of things. Also, I went and tried to find out about addiction, and nicotine and exactly why I just couldn't seem to give it up. I smoked 2 packs a day since I was in high school. I started smoking when I was 12, experimenting around. Somewhere along the way, I realized it wasn't the smoking that made me feel good, it only made me feel normal, and relieved the anxiety that was caused by not having a cigarette. People who don't smoke don't have to fight that feeling of wanting a cigarette.
When I have a crave this time, I just ride it out, and say, to myself, oh I want a cigarette, I wonder why now? I'm not in physical pain, so it's not so bad. Bring it on. I used to try not to think about it and it just made me think about it more. So for me this is what is working well to take care of the mental side of things.
I don't know what is doing what to help but together I am doing well, and enjoying this time around.
Melissa
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]4/22/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 46
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,840
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $368.00
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 4 [B]Hrs:[/B] 8 [B]Mins:[/B] 3 [B]Seconds:[/B] 55
