poslusny55
08-29-2005, 06:50 AM
I have now quit smoking for 1 week, 1 day. I am feeling like I'm losing my mind. I am feeling sooooo sad, out of sorts, can't sleep, HELP is this normal, can anyone else please give list of their withdrawal symptoms and how long they last. Can you loose you mind over this? I even took 1 and 1/2 half of a clonopan last night to help me relax and sleep. It was like I took nothing. That's scary, usually I only take 1/2 of one.
Thanks for any support or input anyone can give
Thanks for any support or input anyone can give
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Deda
08-29-2005, 08:15 PM
poslusny55--
Hi...
I think some of us suffer the withdrawls worse than others, I really do. (Or maybe just some people handle it better than others). I have quit cold turkey a few times, (before the wonderful nicotene replacement therapy came about), and boy, do I remember how I suffered. I too felt like I "was losing my mind", but one of those times I actually made it to over the one year mark...something like 14 months. I remember just feeling really strong anxiety, my nerves were BAD, couldn't give anyone a calm answer, I yelled and kicked and screamed! Ewww, it was hard for me! Please, if things don't get better, rather than smoking again, (UGH!), please go buy some patches, nic gum, lonzeges, or talk to your Dr. about getting a prescription for Zyban/Welbutrin. I just don't think any of us should have to go through that, while there are these terrific products out there that can make it SO much easier!!
Best of luck to you!!
Deda
Hi...
I think some of us suffer the withdrawls worse than others, I really do. (Or maybe just some people handle it better than others). I have quit cold turkey a few times, (before the wonderful nicotene replacement therapy came about), and boy, do I remember how I suffered. I too felt like I "was losing my mind", but one of those times I actually made it to over the one year mark...something like 14 months. I remember just feeling really strong anxiety, my nerves were BAD, couldn't give anyone a calm answer, I yelled and kicked and screamed! Ewww, it was hard for me! Please, if things don't get better, rather than smoking again, (UGH!), please go buy some patches, nic gum, lonzeges, or talk to your Dr. about getting a prescription for Zyban/Welbutrin. I just don't think any of us should have to go through that, while there are these terrific products out there that can make it SO much easier!!
Best of luck to you!!
Deda
bevann26
08-29-2005, 11:06 PM
i am a heavy smoker of 40 yrs, diabetic, lung disease, high bloodpressure, i need help badly! i quit for 4 mos cold turkey, then another time for 4 mos. on the patch. i have tried welbutrin, hypnosis, commit lozenges, the nic gum! i know nicotine is out of your body within 72 hrs, (drinking lots of water helps for flushing it out better). i know my problem is willpower but i can't seem to get any. the few times i did quit i noticed i stayed in my room alot, or watching tv...like i was in a detoxe! i was tired all the time, and did'nt want to do anything, it all sound so sad, i help and answers from people who have done this successfully. could i also have some of your histories that might help me make it? i am on inhalers everyday for my copd. i really don't want to die but i'm geting scarred an not feeling well.please....please..anyone out there to help me? thankyou.....bevann
Deda
08-30-2005, 02:59 AM
bevann--
Hi...I KNOW how you are feeling...want to quit so badly, but feel like it's out of your reach. I've been there, believe me..I've quit at least 10 times before! I smoked a pack to 2 packs a day for 30+ years, subtract a couple or 3 for those times I did quit. I think what I did wrong those 10 times I quit, but went back was, I was NOT 100% committed to NOT smoking the rest of my life. Truly, I think that's the whole reason I would relapse again and again. Now it's been almost 2 years next month since I quit, and believe me when I say, I feel so confident that I will never smoke again. I absolutely hate smoking now. I just got back from a weeks vacation, and spent 4 days in and out of the casinos in NV, and the smoking makes me sick now!! :eek: Every time someone would light one up in my aisle, I would soon cash out my machine and split! I was annoyed as hell, but I had to keep reminding myself, that for 30 years I was just as bad and had the same problem. Bev, I KNOW that you can quit smoking. You may not know that right now, but I do. That's because I know how hard it was for me, how much I truly loved smoking, how I really wasn't "ready" to quit. Yes, I was motivated the day I quit, but I really don't think the 100% committment part didn't really kick in until AFTER I quit. As time went along, my committment just grew, and still does. There were times, (many) in the past that I quit with the gum, the patch, and still I couldn't do it...so please don't brush those off by saying they didn't work for you,...maybe, (most likely) you just weren't in the right mindset yet. I really worked at changing the way I thought about smoking/quitting. I kept telling myself how badly I wanted to be free from it, how I wanted to live a healthier life, a longer life, how much I hated the fact that I smoked, and envied everyone who was able to quit, etc., etc. I came to this board daily, starting about a month or 2 before I even quit, and started reading tons of posts to pysche (?) myself up mentally, (the right mindset), I bought a month's supply of patches, prayed daily, started walking daily, and just did it! I came to this board a lot too. I still do a lot of those things, and it works for me, obviously. You have to find what works for you, Bev. :nono: I know that if you REALLY want to quit, then you can and will do it. You can quit now, and start working on your determination as you go along. Just do it girl!! It's not easy at first for any of us. Don't expect anything good to come easy. I accepted the fact beforehand, that I would have to suffer and sacrifice somewhat...that's just the way it is. Fortunately, with the patches, my physical suffering wasn't too bad, but the mental stuff was more my job. God bless and take care. We're here if you need help! :)
Deda
Hi...I KNOW how you are feeling...want to quit so badly, but feel like it's out of your reach. I've been there, believe me..I've quit at least 10 times before! I smoked a pack to 2 packs a day for 30+ years, subtract a couple or 3 for those times I did quit. I think what I did wrong those 10 times I quit, but went back was, I was NOT 100% committed to NOT smoking the rest of my life. Truly, I think that's the whole reason I would relapse again and again. Now it's been almost 2 years next month since I quit, and believe me when I say, I feel so confident that I will never smoke again. I absolutely hate smoking now. I just got back from a weeks vacation, and spent 4 days in and out of the casinos in NV, and the smoking makes me sick now!! :eek: Every time someone would light one up in my aisle, I would soon cash out my machine and split! I was annoyed as hell, but I had to keep reminding myself, that for 30 years I was just as bad and had the same problem. Bev, I KNOW that you can quit smoking. You may not know that right now, but I do. That's because I know how hard it was for me, how much I truly loved smoking, how I really wasn't "ready" to quit. Yes, I was motivated the day I quit, but I really don't think the 100% committment part didn't really kick in until AFTER I quit. As time went along, my committment just grew, and still does. There were times, (many) in the past that I quit with the gum, the patch, and still I couldn't do it...so please don't brush those off by saying they didn't work for you,...maybe, (most likely) you just weren't in the right mindset yet. I really worked at changing the way I thought about smoking/quitting. I kept telling myself how badly I wanted to be free from it, how I wanted to live a healthier life, a longer life, how much I hated the fact that I smoked, and envied everyone who was able to quit, etc., etc. I came to this board daily, starting about a month or 2 before I even quit, and started reading tons of posts to pysche (?) myself up mentally, (the right mindset), I bought a month's supply of patches, prayed daily, started walking daily, and just did it! I came to this board a lot too. I still do a lot of those things, and it works for me, obviously. You have to find what works for you, Bev. :nono: I know that if you REALLY want to quit, then you can and will do it. You can quit now, and start working on your determination as you go along. Just do it girl!! It's not easy at first for any of us. Don't expect anything good to come easy. I accepted the fact beforehand, that I would have to suffer and sacrifice somewhat...that's just the way it is. Fortunately, with the patches, my physical suffering wasn't too bad, but the mental stuff was more my job. God bless and take care. We're here if you need help! :)
Deda
lu55
08-30-2005, 05:27 AM
bevann,
You are quite right--you need to quit smoking. Of course that's easier said than done. I finally quit after decades of smoking and, yes, ill health. I quit too many times to remember but what finally worked for me was the patch and Allen Carr's book (I can't remember the exact title). The book was KEY to my quit.
Also, I did suffer from COPD and was on every steroid available. I started nebulizing glutathione (a combination of amino acids) several years ago, and quit the steroids. I have no symptoms now of COPD. I'm not saying that I'm cured (haven't been tested) but I feel "normal." You can research glutathione online. It must be prescribed by an MD and is made at a compound pharmacy.
Do not give up. Keep trying.
Lu
i am a heavy smoker of 40 yrs, diabetic, lung disease, high bloodpressure, i need help badly! i quit for 4 mos cold turkey, then another time for 4 mos. on the patch. i have tried welbutrin, hypnosis, commit lozenges, the nic gum! i know nicotine is out of your body within 72 hrs, (drinking lots of water helps for flushing it out better). i know my problem is willpower but i can't seem to get any. the few times i did quit i noticed i stayed in my room alot, or watching tv...like i was in a detoxe! i was tired all the time, and did'nt want to do anything, it all sound so sad, i help and answers from people who have done this successfully. could i also have some of your histories that might help me make it? i am on inhalers everyday for my copd. i really don't want to die but i'm geting scarred an not feeling well.please....please..anyone out there to help me? thankyou.....bevann
You are quite right--you need to quit smoking. Of course that's easier said than done. I finally quit after decades of smoking and, yes, ill health. I quit too many times to remember but what finally worked for me was the patch and Allen Carr's book (I can't remember the exact title). The book was KEY to my quit.
Also, I did suffer from COPD and was on every steroid available. I started nebulizing glutathione (a combination of amino acids) several years ago, and quit the steroids. I have no symptoms now of COPD. I'm not saying that I'm cured (haven't been tested) but I feel "normal." You can research glutathione online. It must be prescribed by an MD and is made at a compound pharmacy.
Do not give up. Keep trying.
Lu
i am a heavy smoker of 40 yrs, diabetic, lung disease, high bloodpressure, i need help badly! i quit for 4 mos cold turkey, then another time for 4 mos. on the patch. i have tried welbutrin, hypnosis, commit lozenges, the nic gum! i know nicotine is out of your body within 72 hrs, (drinking lots of water helps for flushing it out better). i know my problem is willpower but i can't seem to get any. the few times i did quit i noticed i stayed in my room alot, or watching tv...like i was in a detoxe! i was tired all the time, and did'nt want to do anything, it all sound so sad, i help and answers from people who have done this successfully. could i also have some of your histories that might help me make it? i am on inhalers everyday for my copd. i really don't want to die but i'm geting scarred an not feeling well.please....please..anyone out there to help me? thankyou.....bevann
lu55
08-30-2005, 05:29 AM
I can't believe they edited out the author's name. I thought this was acceptable but obviously have not read the rules in awhile. I don't know how to let you know about the book but will give it some thought. This book was absolutely necessary for me.
Lu
Lu
poslusny55
08-30-2005, 07:12 AM
Are any of you feeling despirately "BLUE" or depressed? This sad feeling overwhelms me, especially at night when I'm trying to get to bed. I can't tell if its from stopping smoking or menopausal or what, but its scaring me to death! It feels like i'm never going to be happy again and live with this sadness. I do take wellbutrin, I'm only taking 100 mgs a day, maybe i should finally up it. Thanks for every reply.
My husband was diagnosed with COPD. I'm mostly trying to quit so I can concentrate on helping him. The doctor told him if he quits, it won't get any worse, but he drives tractor trailer and hates it and the stress won't let him quite.
Thanks for the replies
My husband was diagnosed with COPD. I'm mostly trying to quit so I can concentrate on helping him. The doctor told him if he quits, it won't get any worse, but he drives tractor trailer and hates it and the stress won't let him quite.
Thanks for the replies
bevann26
08-30-2005, 09:14 AM
thanks to all of you! i am really glad i found this site! i am returning to my home in florida on sunday, after being in new hampshire for 3 mos. i really need and want to quit! hubby smokes to, and always quit when i did (about 100 times) in the past. he is a diabetic with very high bloodpressure. i know he said he will never do it with me again! i know i need to do it on my own! i just need to get strong! seems to me every time i tried it was more the mental habit than the physical withdrawal? i will definitely be checking back regularly on this board for help or just venting, complaining! i do have alot of problems and stress in my life right now also, but, need to tell myself that cigs are'nt going to help that! i know there will always be a reason why i can't quit! excuses, excuses........everyone, please keep talking to me...bev
woodfaery
08-30-2005, 04:21 PM
What you are describing reminds me of my second day. I felt very sad and emotional. Look at it this way....when you smoked it was an oral fixation. Now there is no fixation. Maybe get some hard candies and drink more water...or keep carrying a pen or pencil in your hand. This might help mimic keeping something in the mouth and something in the hand. Its hard, I know but you are making big progress. Every now and then I still feel really emotional and even get mad that I still feel like smoking. This stuff takes time. I think I am at my 2 week mark right now...and I felt some sadness just yesterday.
One day at a time!
Hang in there :) you are getting somewhere.
WF
One day at a time!
Hang in there :) you are getting somewhere.
WF
Challenge101
08-30-2005, 04:54 PM
i have been cigarette free for 6 days now, and have had no withdrawal symptoms. i was smoking a pack/day...i went for accunpuncture the afternoon of my first day. since then i have had a couple of cravings, but nothing severe! i have known many other people who have also used accupuncture!
Deda
08-30-2005, 06:38 PM
poslusny55--
I went through that too, the sadness, feeling like someone close to me had just died. I think a lot of us go through these little, (and big) feelings of the blues after we quit. I remember, just like you, constantly thinking, "will I ever feel happy again?". Believe me I sympathize, it was not a happy period in my life. But the good news is, I promise you, you will be happy again. Just be patient...those blues will fade away, as time goes by. Today I feel just as happy, if not more so, than I did when I was smoking. Yes, I really do,...in fact I think I feel even happier, because when I did smoke, I was constantly worried about my health, pissed at myself for not quitting, thinking that I'd never be able to stop, envied all of my non smoking friends, (which was just about all of them)...so how could I not be happier!?!? :) And the sense of pride and accomplishment that I now feel is an awesome feeling, it really is! So you hang in there girl, and every time you start to feel that way, remember, it's only temporary, and it will go away one day for good! :nono: Try some things to "lift" your mood up when you feel blue. Play some music that you love, the kind of upbeat music that makes you feel good...tune into some comedy, (TV or joke books), call a friend that is one of the most upbeat friends you have, exercise...it really does lift your moods up by releasing those wonderful endorphins! :) :D Use your strong mind power to overcome it...think positive thoughts!
You'll be happy again, and you can come here and post about how great it is to be free, and finally a happy non smoker with a good length of time to brag about.
Cheers! :jester:
Deda
I went through that too, the sadness, feeling like someone close to me had just died. I think a lot of us go through these little, (and big) feelings of the blues after we quit. I remember, just like you, constantly thinking, "will I ever feel happy again?". Believe me I sympathize, it was not a happy period in my life. But the good news is, I promise you, you will be happy again. Just be patient...those blues will fade away, as time goes by. Today I feel just as happy, if not more so, than I did when I was smoking. Yes, I really do,...in fact I think I feel even happier, because when I did smoke, I was constantly worried about my health, pissed at myself for not quitting, thinking that I'd never be able to stop, envied all of my non smoking friends, (which was just about all of them)...so how could I not be happier!?!? :) And the sense of pride and accomplishment that I now feel is an awesome feeling, it really is! So you hang in there girl, and every time you start to feel that way, remember, it's only temporary, and it will go away one day for good! :nono: Try some things to "lift" your mood up when you feel blue. Play some music that you love, the kind of upbeat music that makes you feel good...tune into some comedy, (TV or joke books), call a friend that is one of the most upbeat friends you have, exercise...it really does lift your moods up by releasing those wonderful endorphins! :) :D Use your strong mind power to overcome it...think positive thoughts!
You'll be happy again, and you can come here and post about how great it is to be free, and finally a happy non smoker with a good length of time to brag about.
Cheers! :jester:
Deda
dbackerfan
08-30-2005, 11:03 PM
I took Welbutrin several weeks before quitting cold turkey. I remeber the worst side effects were sores on tongue and back of throat, plus the acne. After a few days also began suffering constipation and gas. The sores are gone, but the GI distress is still a problem. I think the WElbutrin helped with the psychological problems. I also take over the counter sleep aids. Valerian Root works well too.
poslusny55
08-30-2005, 11:37 PM
Thanks for your reply. I guess your right. It's like taking a part of you away that goes EVERYWHERE with you. I use to figure out if I exactly enough for the day at my job, including ride there, breaks, lunch and ride home. Now it's gone. This is my 8th day but i'm still craving really bad. I have been chewing gum, have some candies and drinking lots of water. i hope it ends soon. I want to be happy again and be able to sleep normally. Hope everything goes well for both of you also