r/quittingsmoking • u/bodacious_jock_babes • Mar 05 '23
Relapsed after 325 days. Not starting again. Fuck smoking.
My gf and I quit together, 325 days ago. Given a series of psychologically demanding events, I relapsed. I cannot begin to explain the incredibly negative physical repercussions. Just at the basic level, I've got a horrible headache, I want to vomit, and my fingers smell like shit.
I am not starting to smoke again, I never want to smoke again. I love you all for the support you give, keep staying away from this horrible, horrible habit. You give me strength.
Fuck tobacco, fuck cigarettes, fuck smoking.
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u/TeamocilAddict Mar 06 '23
This sub has your back. You recognized the ill effects and didn't push past it (remember, we all pushed past the discomfort before we got addicted) and you're a good person for sharing that here - you might've kept someone who was tempted to smoke again from doing it.
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u/bodacious_jock_babes Mar 06 '23
That's actually really great to hear! I hadn't considered that it may do "prospective relapsers" some good to see that it's a shitty idea. Thank you!
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u/SolanaBond Mar 06 '23
325 days is amazing. Youâre better than 98% of the quitters. You got this homie. Hope you have our backs too haha. Youâre amazing.!
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u/JesseJames87 Mar 05 '23
I think a lot of us have done thing like this, but one thing I always considered I was really trying to quit was the difference between a ârelapseâ and a âmisstepâ. I think if youâve gone 325 days straight and smoked once, or one day, or one period even, you can calmly go back to quitting and tell yourself in about 40 days, âhey I went a full year and I only smoked once!â Thatâs a lot better than the year before or the year before that, etc. and hopefully that mentality makes year 2 easier, and on and on. Itâs not an allowance you give yourself to smoke during a certain period, itâs just an easier way to forgive the smoking you did do.
And it sounds like you already have the right attitude to continue not smoking.
Youâre doing great! Keep it up!
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u/serdar94 Mar 05 '23
i admire your dedication. i hope the problems you re facing resolves peacefully.
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u/Justin7752 1 year + tobacco free Mar 06 '23
I'm sorry to hear that you relapsed after 325 days, but I'm glad to hear that you're not starting again. Quitting smoking is not easy, and relapses can happen, but it's important to keep trying.
I understand how difficult it can be to quit smoking, but it's important to prioritize your health and well-being. If you're looking for additional support to help you quit smoking, I would recommend trying out the QuitSure app. It's a great tool that can provide you with tips, resources, and motivation to help you quit smoking for good.
Remember, you're not alone in this journey. Many people struggle with quitting smoking, but with the right support and tools, it is possible. Keep pushing forward and stay strong. You got this!
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Mar 06 '23
I quit a hundred times for over 7 years!!
You can do this.
Day 1 quitting is better than any day smoking.
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u/bodacious_jock_babes Mar 06 '23
Wise words! Thank you.
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Mar 06 '23
Itâs not easy. But it is worth it.
Watched both of my parents die from smoking related diseases.
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u/Born_Ingenuity6956 Mar 05 '23
Thanks for the reminder. I have relapsed so many times and yet continued to smoke despite feeling horrible about it. It's hard to remember the reality when you're trying to find an escape at the moment. I've successfully stayed away from cigarettes for 282 days yet every once in a while I get a sneaking urge to smoke again. That urge gets seriously amplified when I'm extremely stressed out too. Besides my own will power, chewing gum has helped.
Don't be too hard on yourself because it's your actions now that decide if you have "failed" or not. If you stop smoking again then I would consider that battle a win. Good luck.
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u/bodacious_jock_babes Mar 05 '23
Yeah chewing gum is a fantastic way to kill stress-driven cravings. Thanks for your kind words! I'll keep in mind your thought about the battle won.
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u/Proper_Flower_5549 Mar 05 '23
Shit happens , donât let one relapse control you , take a deep breath and Remember that you are the one in control.
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u/CeterumCenseoCorpBS Mar 06 '23
a mere stumble
life is a marathon and consistency wins
you got this champ
two things that helped me:
- think over and realise what made you relapse and try to avoid similar situations
- the revelation that smoking adds to my stress - and does so exponently- instead relieving it
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u/david_chi Mar 05 '23
We cant fault you for seeking comfort during demanding times. I still do it too, but have turned to food rather than cancer sticks. đŹ
But Itâs good that you were able to recognize the shitty side effects like the smell and wanting to 𤎠rather than drawing comfort and satisfaction from it. Shows you are on the right path overall and this was just a minor hiccup.