I Quit

 

As I write this on September 22nd, 2009, I celebrate seven years to the day without smoking a cigarette. It was a difficult process and one that I still struggle with from time to time, but I'm a better person for it in many different ways. Quitting smoking is one of the best (and hardest) things I've done in my life, and I'm proud of myself for it. I think anyone who smokes should consider quitting for the obvious health reasons, of course, but also for other beneficial reasons. best vape starter kit uk

I quit on a Sunday, cold turkey. I had tried the previous day (one in many attempts to stop), but it hadn't worked out. I don't know what made that Sunday different, but I woke up and lit up like normal. At some point in the morning, I told myself I had had enough. I threw out the rest of the pack and never looked back. Okay, maybe I looked back a little, but I never did pick up another cigarette. best vaping kit uk

I think every quitter has a threshold and a point at which it gets most difficult. For me, that was one day. I had never made it past that first day before, and once I did, it got easier and easier. I replaced smoking with lots of coffee and cinnamon Altoids (which I crave each Fall). vape shop online uk

Successfully quitting smoking, I think, is all about knowing yourself. There are many different methods, but you'll know what will work for you, or you'll find out. For me, cutting back didn't work. Some people can limit themselves, but I couldn't. It was all or nothing with me, so cold turkey was the way to go. (I was up to a pack a day or more when I quit) vape starter kit uk

You also need a reason to quit. Someone else nagging you isn't enough (and once you're a non-smoker, I don't recommend nagging others. Guilt-trips aren't much of a motivator, in my opinion) and your reasons may be personal to you. For me, it was a couple things - I was tired of chronic heartburn and I knew quitting would lessen my anxiety, too. Did I mention this was about a month before my wedding, too? I just didn't want my parents to see me in a wedding dress holding a cigarette. vape store uk

So whether it's health, money, family or something else, hold onto that reason. It can be your strength when you're feeling weak. Remind yourself of why you're putting yourself through this, how it will pass, and that you'll be a better, stronger person due to your struggle.

The oral fixation can be the hardest part. Yes, you probably will gain a few pounds, but you'll also be able to breathe easier, so why not take up some exercise when you're through the initial quitting phase? You'll need a new hobby to replace smoking, anyway. Keep yourself busy with anything, like puzzles, work, writing, spending time with family and friends. Stay indoors, maybe, to keep yourself away from other smokers and temptation. best e liquid uk

Basically, it's going to be different for everyone. Not everything works, so you can't always listen to advice on quitting. It's going to be difficult. It's supposed to be. After you quit, you'll realize that you never want to go through it again, which is a great deterrent from ever going back, right?

Find out what works for you, and stick with it. You have my support.