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Rik Oostenbroek
@rikoostenbroek
This is my second day as a non-smoker. Smoked for 20 years, quit yesterday. Was done because of the fact that it sort of controlled my life and patterns. I literally been a smoker since I was 14 years old, so I can't wait to experience life without. Feels weird, but also feels like a fresh start. 💜
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kingd.eth
@duaneking
Congratulations! It is hard but worthwhile. I stopped in 2008 after a similar length of time as smoker. Enjoy the freedom from the need.
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Rik Oostenbroek
@rikoostenbroek
Thank you so much! How long did it take you to break free from those cravings? Over 40 hours in and damn it's heavy.
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kingd.eth
@duaneking
I recall the first two weeks being hardest. Incessant urges after going cold turkey. No nicotine supplements either. After that it eased up and around a month it became easy.
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Rik Oostenbroek
@rikoostenbroek
Yeah I do it without any help and just have this restless buzz inside of me all the sudden. BUT good to know its just temporary. Guess your life only changed for the best after that?
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kingd.eth
@duaneking
Very much so. It really is wonderful to not need to make sure you have enough for the weekend, stand in the rain outside an office to have a smoke, excuse yourself to take a break, etc. I do recommend using “smoke breaks” for pleasure somehow. Recapture that time for yourself. It is easy to fill the gap with work.
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Rik Oostenbroek
@rikoostenbroek
Haha I did went out like 10 times today at times I would actually have smoked to still get that feeling of a break. Just with a glass of water right now though 😂. This works super motivational for me btw!!!
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