Quit smoking and crave nicotine? -
Hi guys
I have been on the niccorette gum for a month and decided to stop yesterday. I no longer crave a smoke but my body still wants the nicotine. Would anybody be able to tell me how long it takes before these terrible cravings go away?
Thanks.
hi mizgorjuz..
the craving deal, depends a lot on other factors... but they do go away with time.. i have been quit for over 5 years, and still have a subtle craving from time to time..
the good news is that there are ways of coping with craving... you probably never heard of the 5 D-s... (1) Distract.. yes do something else, like its hard to smoke washing dishes ..(2) Discuss, talk it over with a friend or quit buddy.. (3) Delay.. if you put off lighting one a couple of minuets the craving goes away... (4) deep breathe.. most smokers never breathe deep except to take a deep puff!!.. (5) Drink water.. it flushes your body, and temporarily relieves cravings..
i learned these methods and other tricks from a support group.. i Attend nicotine anonymous, both locally, and on line.. we offer support to those who have already quit, as well those who are planning a quit.. there are a number of meetings online, and your are welcome at any..as well as possible local meetings.. good luck in your continued recovery.. there simply is no wrong way to quit!!!
Nicotine Anonymous is a Non-Profit 12 Step Fellowship of men and women helping each other live nicotine-free lives. Nicotine Anonymous welcomes all those seeking freedom from nicotine addiction, including those using cessation programs and nicotine withdrawal aids. The primary purpose of Nicotine Anonymous is to help all those who would like to cease using tobacco and nicotine products in any form. The Fellowship offers group support and recovery using the 12 Steps as adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous to achieve abstinence from nicotine.
check out this site for more info, as well as local meetings
http://www.nicotine-anonymous.org/
check out this site for several daily online voice meetings
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/voi…
oh oh
Never, but the cravings will get better with time. Well, I guess it depends on how long you-ve been smoking.