Goat Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 So, after a harsh reality check, I've decided to put down cigarettes for good... My grandmother, someone very close it me, is going through the hardest time in her life right now. Not to long ago, we found her unconscious and unresponsive during the night. Almost losing her was one of the hardest things my family and I went through and all of it was due to smoking. Seeing her in the state she was in that night is something I never want to see again. Dealing with COPD, she is now required to carry oxygen with her at all times. It's hard to watch someone I care about so much go through something like this... I started smoking a little over a year ago and I now realize what I am putting my family through by smoking. I never want to put anyone close to me through what I went through with my grandmother. So, I've decided to quit. Wish me luck... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyHorse Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Good for you man, sometimes something harsh like that is whats needed to really put things in perspective. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan Mars Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 I'm happy for you man, cigarettes just don't do anything good in this world. Oh and I feel sorry about that situation bro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudabaga Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 I don't think anyone should smoke cigarettes. I'm glad you came to realize that but it's sad to hear how it happened. I'm really sorry to hear about that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimzy Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Like lack said really.. It must be terrible to see your grandmom go through this, but on the other side it's good that it got you to realize things.. Believe in yourself, you'll do great quitting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4ithl3ss Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Good idea, quit now before you're actually addicted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal45 Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 You don't need luck, just do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkwing Duck Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Good for you man, stay strong and stick with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadlock Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Good job. I plan on trying to quit as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
General Red Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 yea i need to quit. But i pretty much only have like 2-10 a week. so im not worried. Just pick up cards and gum. helps to have something to do with your mouth/hands..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookie Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 In my opinion, quitting smoking was harder than anything I had done previously in my life, you just have to keep going with it man. You should try nicotine gum and the patches, they really help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zekk Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Good luck and always remember why your quitting. A strong reason is the best help you can have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60Seconds Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Sorry about your grandmother, I hope she gets better soon. My dad used to smoke a lot, now he only occasionally smokes a cigar, as do I. The patches and gum help. Some states give it out for free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z1LL4 Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Good luck. My dad used to smoke a lot until I finally forced him to. He used this thing called an electronic cigarette. It use water vapor and shit like that here is the wiki link for it http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_cigarette my dad used it because gum and patches and other stuff didnt work for him idk how much it cost but this is just another option for anyone trying to quit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60Seconds Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Good luck. My dad used to smoke a lot until I finally forced him to. He used this thing called an electronic cigarette. It use water vapor and shit like that here is the wiki link for it http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_cigarette my dad used it because gum and patches and other stuff didnt work for him idk how much it cost but this is just another option for anyone trying to quit. Yeah, but e-cigs are dangerous as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Good luck man, I'm 1 week cigaretteless myself. Coming from about half a pack a day. It very rough and the urges suck, but it does get easier, i have less and less urges and can already feel a huge difference in my lungs. Well worth it. Good for you for quitting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe Posted June 6, 2012 Share Posted June 6, 2012 Good luck Goat! HG is always here to help you along the way, join the servers instead of stepping outside for a cig;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaX Posted June 6, 2012 Share Posted June 6, 2012 Good for you man.. i know it will be hard to quit considering you smoke due to stressful situations. Ive been on and off them for years. I think the main thing is to be positive no matter what happens and keep your head up.. Be strong not only for your family but within yourself. My gram died do to smoking. To quit. sounds stupid but if you get the urge to smoke.. grab a tootsie pop.. just having something in your fingers helps the mental game of stopping. worked for me as i quit cold turkey for over 3 years... good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goat Posted June 6, 2012 Author Share Posted June 6, 2012 Thanks for the support guys, I really appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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