Hey everyone,

Thought I would drop a post on this group blog, just to introduce myself and my progress in trying to quit smoking.

I made the decision to quit in early February, having been a smoker for over five years. Going from smoking one pack a day to nothing at all was a real challenge, especially as I’m in my final semester at university – probably the most stressful period in my life that I have encountered thus far. The first month was the toughest; all my friends would pop outside the pub for a cigarette and I’d be left inside on my own – those are the times when you really feel like giving in. But I persevered and kept focussed. Then came the set-back of having an influx of job rejections (I’m trying to find a graduate job at the moment). However, I stuck to it and didn’t give in. Not once. No matter how much I wanted to smoke, I just took a deep breath, and said to myself ‘No’.

I now haven’t smoked for almost 2 months. I think I’m over the worst of it, but you never know what’s round the corner. However, I’m confident of achieving success.

If anyone needs any advice on how to quit – I’ve come up with a few exercises that might be of help. Let me know if you’re interested; I’d be happy to help.

Anyways, hope all is good.

Joey

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