Becoming Smoke-Free: My Quit Journey

Reached the 6-month mark! I can officially call myself a non-smoker. Cravings are rare and manageable. Feeling healthier and proud of sticking with it. NRT has been fully phased out.

Faced a major work deadline stress trigger this week. Old habit would be to chain-smoke. Instead, went for a long walk, practiced deep breathing, and talked it through. Proud of handling it smoke-free.

Reached the 60-day mark! Treated myself to a nice dinner with some of the money saved. Really noticing how much better food tastes now. Cravings are less frequent but still sneak up sometimes.

Made it through the first full weekend without smoking. Social triggers were tough (seeing friends smoke). Used nicotine gum heavily and kept busy with chores and walks. Felt like a major victory.

They say day 3 is often the worst for physical withdrawal, and they weren't kidding. Headache, intense irritability, 'brain fog'. Leaning hard on the nicotine patch and trying to stay hydrated. Just gotta push through.

Today is Quit Day. Smoked my last cigarette last night. Armed with nicotine patches, gum, and a plan. Feeling nervous but determined. Threw away all lighters and ashtrays.