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I made it! 💪 3 down, many more to come!

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I feel strong, I feel powerful.

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Longtime lurker on this sub, slowly and quietly making progress. A few days left for a year but it’s my cake day. You can do it too. After 7 years I finally had enough.

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Party tonight at a friends house. My friends there will be smokers. I hope my friends are supportive, at least more supportive than my coworker smokers. Oh you quit? Nobody likes a quitter! So tired of hearing that. I'll be drinking. I'll stay strong. Presenting #013 Weedle. See you Monday.

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Shits going well

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I can feel myself dying but i still cant stop. I painted that.

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I did it!! 😃

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3 years. Hand over the fake internet points please....

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Over the course of ten years, I failed several times trying to quit, but I've reached a milestone today! One year smoke free!! I am here wishing the best of luck to the quitters and soon to be quitters! Being a non-smoker will be your greatest decision.

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Holy shit I’m actually doing it

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Day 150 🚭🤗

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I haven't had a cigarette in over a week now. Charizard seems appropriate, it's how my spirit feels. Never one more puff, no matter what. Presenting #006 Charizard. See you tomorrow.

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One month! Thank you for your support!

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Day 120 🤗🚭

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🥺 3 years quit today ! I’m so proud of myself and also so amazed at how fast time flies . Please enjoy my ramblings on all the benefits quitting smoking has had on my life in the comments if you need a little boost of motivation to keep going!

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Never thought I’d get here

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Today was hard....but still a success!

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Holy shit, I’ve made it this far!

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can't believe I'm enjoying quitting this time

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I did that. And so can you.

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I recently hit 500 days... currently recovering from Cvd19. If you're still early in the journey you've made the right decision. This is confirmation. You're not missing out on anything. There's never been a better time to kick this nefarious habit.

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6 months smoke free after 15 years of heavy smoking!

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Feeling really proud

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Today I was in a stressful meeting to discuss some heated things. My boss was also there. He asked me if I was smoking again because it seemed like I was keeping a cool head when normally I'd be stressed out and pacing. Nope! Just normal coping skills! Yay! Presenting #119 Seaking. See you tomorrow.

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Hit 1 year

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Reached the 6 month milestone. This is the where I caved in two years ago. This time I'm gonna keep going.

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It happened, wasn’t easy, still isn’t easy. I have won every battle so far but the war isn’t over... if I have been able to stay a year smoke free... so do you

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Longest I’ve ever been! It’s getting easier!

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4 years! And I still feel a sense of accomplishment.

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My dad's advice to quit smoking.

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On the day I posted this, I knew I had won. ~2.5 years later I am so thankful I found this sub.

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1 week smoke free! 💪😊

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17 days nicotine free and counting! Was even able to refuse a smoke after a few drinks last night. I know I’m not out of the woods yet but I’m confident I’ve got this!

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Quitting smoking is tough, but it's as tough an opponent as you make it. If you go in thinking you're gonna lose, then you're gonna lose. Quit smoking with an attitude of I got this. It will get you a long ways. If you get knocked down, then get back up! Presenting #130 Gyarados. See you tomorrow.

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200 days without smoking, feels unreal 🥹

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officially 1 week free of cigarettes!!! the longest I've gone in over 4 years 💪🏻

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I've been saving the money that I would have otherwise been literally lighting on fire and I bought a mini fridge for my office. Is this post sexy and inspiring quitting advice? No. Is it exciting as all hell for me? You bet. Presenting #147 Dratini. See you tomorrow.

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Quit smoking 3 months ago. I told myself I’d use the money I saved to adopt a rescue pup. She’s finally here! Wanting to give her the most active and adventure-filled life possible is the best reminder to never go back.

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I'm traveling for a work conference. Traveling never stopped my smoking habit, so it won't stop my drawing habit either. Drove 6 hours with no smokes today. That's a first. Presenting #111 Rhyhorn. See you tomorrow.

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From over a pack a day for 12 years, to cold turkey! I could not be more proud of myself right now! Incredible feeling!!

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Day 40 🤗🚭

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Thank you all for helping me through the first few days. I feel like I won.

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I never thought I’d make it this far. Here’s to the rest of my life.

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After 20 years, I’m quitting cold turkey 😬

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I can’t believe I did this

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Wish me luck

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After 46 years!!

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Cold Turkey: 30+ year smoker, mic drop?

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Age:-28, Cocaine quit date:-12/09/2012,Marijuana quit date:-13/07/2014,Alchol quit date:-15/12/2018, Cigratte quit date:-07/02/2019, Getting married this year finally complete sober, Tried every crap and done with them... Been in hell and came back, God bless us all.. ✌️😎✌️

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A milestone

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One year. I can’t believe it! I must have tried over 30 times to quit before it finally stuck. Keep trying even if you feel like you can’t, because one of these days it will. People stopped believing in me, but I never stopped believing in myself.

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After several relapses this is my longest streak . Today had the massive craving gald I am able to resist soemhow.

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Story of my life

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Social drinking was always my relapse.

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Cheers. To all the people who quit smoking

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20+ a day for 30+ years. I've finally stopped!

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It is my second attempt.

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What a year...

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Thought you guys would enjoy this Far Side classic!

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Update for my own accountability. Still so proud of myself.

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Went out with smoking friends last night, got happily drunk, didn't smoke 🥳

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My 41st bday gift I started making on my 40th birthday.

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This was a comment I read weeks into my quit, it helped so much and I’m now 6 months in and just reviewed it again. The OP is deleted so I can’t give credit. But hopefully it will help someone like it did me. A little rougher message, but that’s what helped me. Good luck!

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Day 12 done - Bagged it all up & gave it away.

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I did it people! It does get easier, believe me.

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Second time quitting. Sometimes we fail and it’s hard to get back up but why not try? Hope everyone’s quit is going well, wish me luck. 🤞🏻✨

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One day at a time

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I took a 3 hour drive today starting at 4 AM with Tim. At our destination, Tim gets out and lights one up, then offers me one (my brand). The words out of my mouth were a polite no thanks but in my head it was more along the lines of FUUUUUUUCK. Hard one. Presenting #021 Spearow. See you Friday.

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I’m feeling very proud today!

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Sometimes I miss the feeling of having a cig but never enough to actually do it. I think the chances of smoking again are pretty slim to non existent.

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100 hours!

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I was a closet smoker for 10 years and don’t really have anyone else to celebrate this with because I always tried hiding the fact that I was a smoker!

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Today marks 5 years since I quit smoking!

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Been Waiting To Be Able To Post This — 1 Month Down!

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I can’t remember how many times i’ve tried to quit smoking and i relapsed i don’t know how many times. Never thought i’d have seen this. I feel proud of myself today.

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I was gonna roll one while thinking about quitting tomorrow. I put some water in the tobacco to kill the urge. I haven't smoked in 17 hours.

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Today makes 8 years since I’ve smoked a cigarette!

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I used to see people post this and didn’t think I ever would. If I can, you can!!

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I’ve been smoking for 10 years and can never commit to quitting. I found this sub recently and followed the Pokemon guy saga and was very inspired by it and all of you, Coincidentally, Gen 3 is my favorite - so, here’s to day one and #252: Treecko.

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6 month check in!

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If you haven't yet cleaned your house since quitting, I fully recommend it. Launder everything to get rid of the smell of smoke. Vacuum all your rooms. Get a carpet cleaner if you can. Change your sheets. Clean your home like you're cleaning your lungs. Presenting #134 Vaporeon. See you tomorrow.

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So... i think im doing this... Im actually doing this!!!

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OMG!!! Never thought I’d see the day!!! It can be done!! Deepest gratitude to this sub and members for the help I needed to get this far. YOU CAN DO IT TOO!!!

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Almost two months ago I got in a car with my brother and he yelled fuck you! You stink! He got on my ass about quitting more than anyone else. I haven't felt this good in years.

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Oh god, oh god, oh god

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One whole year!!

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Day 70 🚭🤗

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Ok, so this is my first 24-hour smoke free - you guys are amazing!

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Recently passed a year. :)

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1,500 days. Never thought I’d see a milestone like this.

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10 Days! I'm very confident I'll make it now. No way I want to go through all that again!

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From two packs a day to zero overnight!

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5 years and not a single puff!!

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This happened today more times than I care to admit... early days yet but I’m feeling good. I’ve attempted to quit many times but I really hope this time sticks.

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3 years

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I just randomly was checking my app today to see how long it has been and today marks 4 years from when I stopped. You can be here too one day at a time.

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21 day lockdown in my country. I am gonna kick this habit once and for all.

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3 years for me. You can do this.

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My own cigaratte cemetery. Read this advice in a self help booklet. Today is day 48. Smoked approx. 4 years. Stop smoking is really a habit and mind change. This little cemetery is a little reminder of my now “dead” habit.

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Wrong sub, but I’m also 12 days clean of codeine :)

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After a pack and a half for 15 years, my pack was empty, and I just decided I was done. My previous longest break was a 14 hour flight. I’m actually proud of myself for once.

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Was counting down the days to share this with you all. One year free! 🎊

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Wish me luck. I was sick yesterday (vomiting, high fever, maybe covid or the flu) and couldn't smoke because of the nausea. I've decided to turn that into the starting point of my smoke free journey. It was all very unexpected and unplanned but I hope I can make it.

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I grilled out this weekend. Grilling is another one of those hidden triggers where I was in the middle of it and realized Hey, I used to smoke while I was doing this. I didn't have an urge or a craving, just a little reminder that I don't do that anymore. Presenting #127 Pinsir. See you tomorrow.

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Didn’t realise I had hit three years milestone already.

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1 year smoke free! No vapes, gum or patches. Feels so freeing!!

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I smoked my first cigarette when I was 12, and I smoked until I was 31. Done.

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Don't let your guard down for new triggers to pop up. I just finished a very long, very difficult project and just as I was appreciating my work I heard a little voice say Let's go outside for a job-well-done cigarette! Nice try nicotine demon, but no. Presenting #099 Kingler. See you Monday.

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It wasn’t easy, but I’m hanging in there and determined to stay smoke free.

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Don't confuse simple and easy. Quitting smoking is simple. All you gotta do is not smoke anymore. Very simple. But just because something is simple doesn't mean it's easy. Muscle through the suck! It goes by quickly! So, so quickly, I promise! You got this! Presenting #120 Staryu. See you tomorrow.

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used to joke around with my buds to never leave the rest of their pack at my house or they won’t survive the night. still accurate, but now i just kill them instead of chainsmoking them.

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Today is really hard, going through a break up and it feels like this is it.

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According to my app I have not smoked 45.000 cigarettes since the day I quit. Mindblown!

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First little milestone.

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Day 23: Feel happier than two weeks ago, don't have any weird anxiety and have noticed a big improvement in my skin. Exercise is easier, mornings are more productive and feel free from having to always need my tobacco! Big hug all.

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A side effect I wasn't expecting, a drop in anxiety. If I cough or feel a pain in my chest, my brain doesn't immediately go It's cancer! Way to go, dumbass, you knew smoking gives cancer and you kept smoking anyways! Nope. I'm feeling good! Presenting #070 Weepinbell. See you tomorrow.

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5 years, or 260 weeks or 1,825 day or 2.3 million minutes ago, I smoked my last cigarette. I have no desire to ever go back to being a smoker

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Never thought I would get to post this. You can do it to. It’s worth it.

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1 whole year!

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I've been crying all night due to some personal shit. Mentioned to my husband that all I wanted was a cigarette. 5 minutes later my stepson comes downstairs with this. Yeah fuck cigs

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i made reddit acc 1y2m ago just because i wanted to stop smoking, and i now havent smoked for a year. and today i saw a post here of somebody saying they are leaving this subreddit so i think i need to do that too, never posted anything here till now, just wanted to thank you all for your help❤️

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I did a thing!

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I have a couple flights of stairs I have to go up and down for work. I gotta tell you, since I quit smoking I can climb stairs like a motherfucker. Presenting #116 Horsea. See you Monday.

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Made it to 6 years smoke free! Officially more than half a decade! Back then I didn't think I could do it but today I feel proud of my determination, my decision to quit and myself for sticking to it 🤍

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Hit a milestone.Been a long journey.A year Cold Turkey.

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After smoking 1pack a day for 10years, I'm finally 6 months smoke-free !! And never going back.

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Ran a race 5 km yesterday! 4 months smoke-free! I needed medical paper to run, so nice telling your doctor that you don’t smoke.❤️ I believe you can do it too! There are so many things you can do. You won’t regret quitting.

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I'm drawing Pokemon during my work breaks and documenting my quit using the app Smoke Free. When I look back at my charted cravings and see that huge spike, I will go ah, yes I remember Squirtle day. Don't stop. You'll get past it. Presenting #008 Wartortle. See you on Monday.

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Hello future or new non smokers, this is my best tool against the cravings. Keep your last butts in a jar and whenever you feel like you need it, open it and take a whiff.

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3 months done 👍

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It’s been hell on wheels but I’m PROUD!!!

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Hi again! Today it's dark, grey and rainy outside. It makes me a little sad, but I have a #154 Meganium to add colour. Making myself a lovely cup of tea is one way I replace bad rituals with good ones.

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I'm on day 4 with zero confidence from co-workers. I was told to come back in a year so I posted a reminder.

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1 year ago I found this subreddit and I am 1 year nicotine free today! If you’re thinking of quitting or fighting cravings: YOU CAN DO IT

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True that

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I want to see you, dad. But I’m not ready to use these to get there. This is for you ♥️

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So this just happened! I’m over the moon to be a non smoker for 2 years!! You can do it. Not one puff ever!

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A new chapter in my life has begun.

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This is a huge milestone for me and I’m happy about it =)

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i’m 20 years old, been smoking heavily since i was 16. i’m tired of the smell, i’m tired of spending all my money, i’m tired of feeling sleepy all day. so please wish me luck i really need it!

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2 months no smoking. I won’t take this for granted like I have before. One day at a time, no “just one smoke”. We all got this 👏

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Smoking is largely a social thing, too. You want to go out and smoke with your friends. Well, I don't smoke anymore. If you're quitting I hope it helps to know that I will also not smoke with you today. We're social non-smokers together you and me. Presenting #056 Mankey. See you tomorrow.

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50 days smoke free

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Gramma's ready! let's rock n roll! Audio book done! day one begins...NOW!

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