Your Questions About Quit Smoking Cold Turkey

Posted on February 19, 2012 by AndrewTraub

Carol asks…

does goldenseal work for a marijuana test? I have quit smoking cold turkey but i need to pass for a job.?

what is the difference between the pill and tea? does it matter if it shows up that i took goldenseal? its not illegal to take. i could be taking it for a cold or for a herbal remedy. i do not want to take any of that other detox stuff, because it does not work.. i failed a test last week by buying Vales/ Terminater Gold.. thats a joke

AndrewTraub answers:

Take cranberry pills and drink lots of water it helps clean out your urinary track or you can drink about fifteen to tweety beers and pee it out that way too. But the pills are the key it worked for me.

David asks…

I quit smoking cold turkey…?

and yes I was addicted to nicotine and have not had a cigarette since. My question is: why can’t other people quit smoking cold turkey like I did? Why is it so hard for them? I was addicted, I smoked like a chimney, and I stopped cold turkey, it probably helped me quit even more I developed asthma from it, but still why can’t others just stop like I did?
I haven’t smoked in like a year and a half.

AndrewTraub answers:

“why can’t others just stop like I did?”

Simply, different people have different levels of will power versus addictions. Kudos that you had the will power to quit outright, but others have weaker wills.

When I had to surrender sugar due to diabetes (it was my primary food staple), I did it outright, and have not faltered in the four years since. A coworker went through the same thing for diabetes, but was back to his candy bar and mountain dew lunches in about a week.

He’s also failed at giving up smoking, losing weight, or lowering cholesterol, even after he almost lost a leg 3 months back. Zero will power.

There are other factors as well, but whichever is higher, will power or addiction, that’s what will win out.

Susan asks…

Help! I JUST quit smoking COLD TURKEY.?

Im 22 years old and I’ve been smoking for almost three years. 30 minutes ago, I smoked the last of my cigarettes and have decided to quit smoking cold turkey. Im scared of how I will handle from here because I’ve tried to quit a few times before but could never resist the nicotine. Please advise on what I should expect and how I can avoid smoking again.

AndrewTraub answers:

Thats how I quit, about 26 years ago.
The worst of it is over in 3 days and the rest of the habit is just that, a habit.
Here is what helped me.
Find somehting to do with your hands to occupy them. I cut quilt squares. Sometimes I crocheted. Since You are a guy(I assume) you will have to find something else. BE creative and don’t worry about looking stupid doing it. It will help.
Find an alternative to when you want a cigarette really bad. Sunfower seeds, gum, a series of deep breathing. Go take a brisk walk or run.
Some people wear a rubber band around thier wrist and snap it. It associates wanting a cigarette with pain from the snapping rubber band and suppose to help. Couldn’t hurt anyway.
I had certain times where I REALLY needed a smoke. First thing in the morning, after each meal and that last 1 before bed for sure. Find a really interesting alternative for those times. What worked for me was to get really busy right away in the morning and jump up and do the dishes right after each meal and brushing my teeth extra carefully (to the point of being analy retentive about it) before bed.
The first morning I woke up and DID NOT think about cigarette the first thing I knew I had it licked. That was after a 2 pack a day habit for about 15 years. And for you it will be so much cheaper. Think of all the money you can save. Here in Rochester MN, most cigarettes are 5 bucks a pack. Thats $150 a month and $1800 in a year. That is serious money my friend.

Maria asks…

I quit smoking cold turkey and it was really easy!?

I smoked a cigarrette once and then instead of going for a second one, I quit. Just like that! It was so easy! I just don’t understand what the big deal is. People who smoke must have absolutely no self-discipline! What’s so hard about quitting smoking?
lol! In case you couldn’t tell, I was just joking around. Like I’d really be addicted after one cigarette.

In all seriousness though, it bothers me that the big tobacco companies make their products so addictive on purpose to make it impossible for people to quit. The government needs to step in and regulate the levels of addictiveness of cigarrettes so that people who want to smoke can still smoke, but people who want to quit can quit.

AndrewTraub answers:

After 5 failed attempts at smoking and it defiantly was not because of self discipline, i too was able to quit cold turkey and found it easy also but unlike you i would never tout to people that you have no idea why many other people find it so hard that is so disrespectful and dumb and would probably make the “struggling trying hard to give up” person reach for a smoke, try being sympathetic instead of just pathetic?? And oh! Grow up also.

Thomas asks…

is is better to quit smoking cold turkey or slowly when pregnant?

AndrewTraub answers:

It is better to quit as quickly as possible,stories about going cold turkey being harmful to the baby are not true at all and if a woman can give up straightaway then that is fantastic.

The problem is that smoking is obviously very addictive and different methods of giving up work better for different people,some who try to go cold turkey will fail and need to step down gradually and it is most important to do it in a way that is going to be successful.

Your Questions About Stop Smoking Tips

Posted on February 18, 2012 by AndrewTraub

Carol asks…

help me!! i cant stop smoking and drinking and other bad vices! give me tips..?

shite, i cant stop it anymore. give me tips to stop!!!

AndrewTraub answers:

My suggestion would be to go to a counselor and talk to them about your problem and see what they can do for you also they will per scribe medication for ya too!!! Also maybe try talking to your doctor and see what they have to say or talk to your parents or family members to help you good luck!!!

Helen asks…

i need to stop smoking weed any tips?

it’s really difficult for me because i live with my parents and they are stoners and i have been most of my life too but i really need to quit but it’s so hard when it’s in my house :[

AndrewTraub answers:

Think of it as quitting smoking, and we all know how bad smoking is. When you’re young is the time to quit, definitely. Time will move by very quickly, and before you know it you’ve done permanent damage to your lungs, maybe your heart. I know this sounds like a cliche, but try to learn how to get high on life. Find stuff to do that turns you on. Finally, if you really want to continue getting high, then get some recipes for pot brownies, pot butter, whatever. At least if you eat it you’re not smoking the damn thing. Good luck. Oh by the way, you’re going through a real test in life, and tell yourself that you’re going to pass this test. You’re being called upon to assert yourself, to be strong. If you pass this test, that is, if you do quit despite your parents’ bad influence, then reward yourself with a nice gift or whatever. OK, I’m done.

James asks…

i want to stop smoking when my baby born,,, any tips to succeed?????

No judgemental comments please!!!!!! but im 28 weeks with an unplanned pregnancy, but happy all the same, but in a way still hasnt hit theres a baby inside me even so it moves round and keeps me awake etc, its not my fisrt baby but i gave up for her pregnancy easily but have not managed it this time. I agreed with my midwife when baby was born in that moment i intend to stop smoking as i dont want to breast feed and be a smoker at the same time, she agreed it was a great idea and would help me all the way in succeeding but in theory the bbirth of my child should be plenty incentive to give up…. So as soon as baby is born i will be ciggie free but with my last two i started smoking again soon after their births and i dont want to start again this time, anyone have any different ideas on how to continue the no smoking after ive finished breast feeding,,,, it seems so daft to quit then start again but its so easily done and the cravings overwhelm,,, i need some tips to keep it up??
and i dont smoke infront of my kids,, i always have gone out into the garden to light up as i dont want my kids to see me smoking,,, and they never have so far but i dont want them to think its ok to smoke in later life… i realli need to quit
i said no judgements plz!!!!!!!! i dont do drugs i dont drink or anything alike,,, my one downfall is smoking, the risks to my baby are not mental retardation!!!!! at most it can stunt the babies growth but i can assure you i am carrying a very healthy big baby and only more recently has it been said smoking is bad,, many years ago no one batted an eye lid!!!!!
atleast im recognising i want to quit that i want to suceed which is surely better than not quitting at all!

AndrewTraub answers:

Maybe this time around you can find someone to keep you accountable, like a friend or relative.

Also, try to find a habit to replace the smoking, even if that means just holding something in your hand like a pen. Some people chew gum, chew on toothpicks, etc.

If this doesn’t work try the patch or nicotine gum. It just depends on the person. Some find that quitting “cold turkey” is most effective but others need to be weaned off gradually.

Best of luck and congratulations!

Chris asks…

Does anyone have any tips on how to stop smoking?

AndrewTraub answers:

Http://remedymeds.com/zyban.php

.gmonte33 had it right.. ZYBAN! I tried to give up smoking way too many times; always failing, I tried patches, Gum and even that Chantix.. Nothing worked like Zyban. I went to RemedyMeds.Com . They have all of your prescription drugs available 24/7. You do not even need a prior prescription. They have US licensed doctors evaluate and write you a prescription, they then have a US licensed Pharmacy ship them to you OVERNIGHT via FedEx delivery. Good luck.. Zyban worked wonders for me!

Richard asks…

Tips on how to stop smoking weed?

Anyone that has quit cannabis that can give me some helpful tips on how to lay off?
Much appreciated <3 <3

AndrewTraub answers:

Switch to rock

But no, in all seriousness, you just can’t be around it. Like the above poster said, delete your hook-ups phone number, and don’t hang around people that smoke it. Thats the crappiest part, finding new friends that don’t smoke it, and still have a sense of humor fml.

Your Questions About Quit Smoking Aids

Posted on February 17, 2012 by AndrewTraub

Carol asks…

Quitting smoking success stories?

I want to quit smoking for good this time, without the help from quitting aids (like patches, pills, gum, etc).

I am wondering how some of you (or people you know) successfully quit smoking, and how you stay quit when times get tough. I had quit in the past and started up again for some reason; I just didn’t have the willpower to say no, and here I am again trying to quit– but naturally.

AndrewTraub answers:

I quit cold turkey and it was alot harder than all the other times i tried to quit slowly by cutting down….
But yes chew chewy and find something to do cos its more of a habbit than an addiction so if you have things to do its easy…
Good luck its worth it….

Michael asks…

how do I quit smoking without weight gain and the aid of pills and patches?

AndrewTraub answers:

You can use the gum I think. It’s not like pills or patches but it should have the same effect. It’ll be something in your mouth since you’ll probably be used to having something in your mouth and you may get a little skitzy from not having something in your mouth as a result. But as for the actual addictions it’ll be tough, but think about your family when you have the cravings. You’ll realize that more time with tobacco means less time with them, now and before you die. They say each cigarette takes away 7 minutes of your life.

Mark asks…

Is there a spell, charm, diet, and or concoction that is helpful in the quitting-smoking process?

This goes to all you educated, informed, and practicing pagans/witches out there. I am trying to quit smoking, and am a practicing pagan myself. Do any of you know of any kind of spells or diets or potions that are useful aids in the quitting process? Any help will be much appreciated. Thanks!!!

AndrewTraub answers:

Lock yourself down for 3 days, crawl in bed & stay there by the 4th day you’ll be feeling better. I found the best way to knock cravings after I quit smoking was to buy (legal) herbal cigs all the bad of smoking & none of the good – I hacked thru a pack & never had desire to smoke again.

Robert asks…

I quit smoking this afternoon, and now I have a replacement, is it good? Please read!?

I quit smoking at 2:00 PM this afternoon, threw away the cigarettes, ashtrays, cigars, pipes, smoke papers and everything else; now I am drinking (or what will be tomorrow) 2L of kool-aid sweetened with Splenda a day, now I don’t even crave cigs. Is this a good replacement?
SPLENDA IS NOT SUGAR SO IT WILL NOT MAKE ME FAT.

AndrewTraub answers:

Awesome i only wish my parents could do that

Jenny asks…

If you have HIV, should you quit smoking?

Obviously smoking is bad for you. My boyfriend smokes and was diagnosed with HIV 4 years ago (still doesn’t need meds). I’m wondering if quitting smoking will greatly impact his life in regard to the development of AIDS, and in assisting death.

I’m not asking if smoking will kill him. That will obviously, eventually. I’m asking if quitting smoke is a good idea in respect to HIV and the development of AIDS, or if it will really make much of a difference.

AndrewTraub answers:

Only one way to find out…

Your Questions About Stop Smoking Hypnosis

Posted on February 16, 2012 by AndrewTraub

Sharon asks…

How can hypnosis change bad habits like smoking, over eating, etc?

Hypnosis is frequently used to stop bad habits. Smoking, excessive/stress-related eating, nail biting, being overly aggressive, and other issues are addressed by hypnosis. How and why does this work. http://www.timbrunson.com/blogs/articles.cfm/id/6/title/Keep-the-Habits-that-You-Want,-Get-Rid-of-the-Rest. Do you agree?

AndrewTraub answers:

There are different theories about how hypnosis works. Most hypnostists propose we have a conscious mind and an unconscious mind. To get to the unconscious mind, the hypnotist helps the client overcome what is called the critical factor. The critical factor is built up of years of conditioning and says things like “I can’t get a really successful job” or “I can’t quit smoking so easily,” etc.

Usually the hypnotist uses deep relaxation to bypass the critical factor of the conscious mind. The unconscious mind is very smart and ingenious. It pumps our blood, regulates our digestion and hormones, etc. Even when we are sleeping. It is also a storehouse of thousands of memories our conscious mind has forgotten. Moreover, the unconscious is much more open to positive suggestions and can override the critical factor.

In a session, the hypnosis gains access to the unconscious mind and floods it with positive suggestions to overcome negative habits like smoking, overeating, etc.

If a person has an emotional problem like depression, the hypnotist can tap into the storehouse of memories in the unconscious. The hypnotist can guide the client to the initial causes of the depression and help the client overcome the effects of the trauma. This can be a complicated process and not all hypnotists have the training to do this.

There are crappy hypnotists out there and good ones. Try to find a hypnotist with a good reputation. A personal recommendation from someone who has seen the hypnotist can help a lot. I don’t think most hypnosis CDs are of much value. Generally, you need personal contact with a good professional. I wish you well.

Linda asks…

What are some spiritual ways to stop smoking?

I’ve tried hypnosis, and the thing with all the needles…what do they call that…um…oh, heroine.

What else?

AndrewTraub answers:

How about a fast which you can’t smoke in or shaving your head, locking yourself up in a tower with some tingly bells and sit meditating all day saying ommmm?

John asks…

Is Steve Crace of the Kentuckiana Hypnosis Group legitimate?

There is a “Lose Weight or Stop Smoking” Clinical Hypnosis Group Seminar coming to a town near me. I would like to try hypnosis for quitting smoking, as I have tried just about everything else, but at $40/ person, I would really like to know if anyone has any info on this guy/group and if they are legit or not!

AndrewTraub answers:

The most important step in quitting is knowing you are not part of a lower class and not a separate group from normal people, just because you smoke, in other words, you have to be confident and have support from friends and family. I recommend that you put this question in another category as you seem to be asking if the website is legit or not, and not for “how do you quit smoking”. Personally, I would not like to spend $40, on something that may not work;you should ask the group more about hypnosis, and if they have a money back guarantee, side effects, etc. Good luck!=)

James asks…

Weight Loss & smoking hypnosis?

Has anybody ever attended a Stop smoking and weight loss seminar before? I seen an add for it in the paper and was just curious if anybody ever did it and if it really works? I dont want any stupid comments like drink water and exercise to lose weight…blah blah. Im just curious if it really works not for my own use.

AndrewTraub answers:

Yes it works,it worked for me I havent smoked in over 30 minutes! Now if i could just stop eating and get off my a$s.

Carol asks…

Taking Chantix to stop smoking.Help!?

I am on day 8 of taking Chantix. I don’t feel any different and am smoking the same amount- about 1 and a half packs a day. Would taking Wellbutrin or wearing a patch help?
This is the ninth time I have tried to stop and have done hypnosis several times, gone to a stop smoking clinic, did acupuncture and tried cold turkey several times. I did stop once for three years and started smoking almost to the day three years later. I also feel quite militant about all this and feel like I am being forced into it. I know I need an attitude adjustment but i have smoked for many years and feel fine. Please- no finger wagging- I get enough of that.
Does anyone who has been successful with Chantix have any useful advise for this old gal?

AndrewTraub answers:

I took Chantix from October through December of last year. I set a quit date (based on the number of packs of cigarettes I had left in the carton) and went from there. On my quit date I still had a half a pack of cigarettes and expected to feel somehow different but there I was not feeling any different (other than the fact that the Chantix would give me an upset stomach every time I smoked) and still smoking. Once I ran out of cigarettes (around lunch time) I just stopped smoking. I still had behavioral cravings but knowing that the Chantix was keeping me from being physically addicted to the cigarettes made things easier because to me then, it was just all in my head and that was something I knew I could control.

Try this out as a test, once you run out of cigarettes just don’t buy any more (keep taking the Chantix though!). As long as you’re taking Chantix as prescribed, I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised with the results!

I wish you the best of luck! I’ve been smoke free for a little over 9 months now.

Your Questions About Quit Smoking Tips

Posted on February 15, 2012 by AndrewTraub

Lisa asks…

Pregnant…any tips to quit smoking?

I just found out I am 7 weeks pregnant with my first child! My fiance and I are sooo excited! Problem is I have been smoking for years and finding it really hard to quit completely (i’ve cut down a lot in the last week since i have found out (i have 2 or 3 a day)…i know that this is bad and i need to quit completely. Any tips?

AndrewTraub answers:

I could never do it. I smoked with my first two children. Do what you can.I was very blesses, neither were early are small.

Robert asks…

Tomorrow is my “quit date” to quit smoking… anyone here have any tips?

I really DON’T want to quit. I like to smoke. But, I really don’t feel that it should be the sole responsibility of smokers to subsidize children’s’ health care. So, I am not going to contribute to it.

I am putting a patch on tonight, and I thought that I would go running in the morning. I haven’t ran since I got out of the Navy 4 years ago and I used to run A LOT.

Any tips?

AndrewTraub answers:

Throw out any cigarettes you have and no matter how tempted you are, don’t buy anymore. Good luck. I quit four years ago, and it was the best thing I ever did for my health.

Richard asks…

HI QUIT SMOKING TIPS PLEASE GUYS.?

HI I AM 33 YEARS OLD AND BEEN A SMOKER FOR ABOUT 10 YEARS IVE CUT DOWN FROM 20 A DAY TO ABOUT 8-10 A DAY.IM JUST AFTER A BIT OF ADVICE HOW TO CUT DOWN EVEN FURTHER DONT GET ME WRONG I LOVE MY CIGGIES BUT ITS TIME FOR CHANGE AND IM SICK OF SMOKE SMELL ,I AM CURRENTLY BETWEEN JOBS SO THE BAD THING IS I HAVE ALOT OF FREE TIME AND GET EASILY BORED,BUT ENOUGH EXCUSES I REALLY WANT TO QUIT ,I KNOW IT WONT BE EASY AND PATCHES DONT WORK WITH ME.
DO ELECTRIC GIGS WORK?
DOES THE GUM WORK?
WHATS MY BEST CHANCE MANY THANKS.

AndrewTraub answers:

This is from a ex smoker of 30 years….my experience ..still clean 5 years later ..and a lot richer…!!
.
GET yourself some nicorette
chew it instead of a cigarette
it tastes nasty first …but soon
you will find it is a boon..!

First few days just chew chew chew
and find lots of things to do
get a coat and get outside
walk the streets and countryside

from other smokers keep away
they will try to spoil your day
and if you’re tempted with the craving
think of all the loot you’re saving..!!

Lastly and ……MOST importantly
a smoker you will always be
so just one slip and you’ll be return
earning money …..just to burn..!!

James asks…

Any tips for quitting smoking when the hubby smokes too?

I feel like I want to quit smoking…really tired of it now. My problem is though, my husband smokes and he is not ready to quit yet. We don’t smoke inside, only out doors. This has helped me cut down to 5 a day again, but I would like to rid myself of smoking all together.
Any tips that can make this easier for myself?

AndrewTraub answers:

Chew gum. Run to the sink and down a cold glass of water with each craving episode. Find something to keep your hands busy – you could take up needlepoint, scrap booking, rubber stamping… Anything to make work for yourself to keep busy. When hubby goes outside, pull out one of these hobbies and start working away.

I used to smoke, too, but quit many years ago, cold turkey. I once smoked almost 2 packs a day. It was difficult to quit so quickly, and I still get cravings to this day. Expect that you’ll be on edge – at least for the first few weeks – when you’ve got a craving that isn’t being satisfied. On the flip side, expect to start feeling a LOT better and more energetic as well. You don’t really know you’re out of breath going up stairs or taking a walk until you’ve quit smoking and suddenly realize – hey, this is a lot easier!

Good luck!

Sharon asks…

Best tips to quit smoking?

My fiance is trying to quit smoking. We have a 4 year old and a baby on the way and we have come to an agreement that he will quit within 2 weeks. It’s come to the point where I just don’t want him doing it. It’s a bad influence on the kids and not only that but bad for his health. He wants two weeks to try and ween himself off cigaretts. But I know that he is going to have a hard time. Any tips?

AndrewTraub answers:

Do something productive that takes your mind off smoking. Second, try chewing that gum or using the patch. If that doesnt work chew bubble gum or eatting sunflower seeds works for me. IF all else fails there is a metal cigget they sale that has nicatine in it and a bad after taste after you smoke it that will help you quit smoking. Good luck with your kid.

Your Questions About Stop Smoking Pill

Posted on February 14, 2012 by AndrewTraub

Donna asks…

I have tried everything to stop smoking.Pills ,patches,gums.Punctures.Whats NEXT !?

been smoking 20 yrs.

AndrewTraub answers:

Cold Turkey my friend! It is hard as sh%# but worth it. All those gums, patches, pills and such just extend the nicotine addiction. You are not actually getting better you are just switching the form you are addicted to. I quit with my boyfriend which helped alot. We suffered through months of agony. For a while I couldn’t even engage in a normal conversation because all I could think about was how much I wanted a cigarette. Here are a couple things that worked for me.
1. The average cigarette obsession lasts about 2min. Sometimes a bunch line up in a row but when you feel one coming on look at your watch and think “2min in exchange for the rest of my life”
2. Do it one day at a time. If you cheat, don’t say F^&* it and buy a pack, just keep trying. Wake up each day and tell yourself you just have to make it to bed that night. You can smoke tomorrow (of course tomorrow never comes becuase it is always today)
When I first started I set my goals small, I just had to make it one hour, I’ll smoke next hour. Pretty soon I had 24 hours in a row, then 365 days in a row.
3. Pick a quit date and taper off up until that day. If you smoke a pack a day try to get it down to 3 or 4 a day before you quit. It makes the withdrawal much easier.
It has been 2yrs since I smoked. I still think about it sometimes, but it has stopped being a daily, or even weekly thought. I hope I never smoke again. I used to do some nasty drugs many years ago and Tobacco was harder to quit than crystal meth! It is so socially acceptable that the temptation is everywhere. Don’t let anyone tell you it is easy. Good luck!

Mandy asks…

what is this laser treatment to stop smoking about?

my dad went to a place and got hypnotized to stop smoking years ago, and it worked for years. but he started again. then he tried that pill and it gave him bad side effects. then he tried some sort of expensive laser treatment, and it worked. he hasn’t smoked in 2 years. what did they do to him exactly? has anyone else had it done?

AndrewTraub answers:

I did the laser therapy quit smoking 6 years ago. It wasn’t expensive and worked very well. They use a laser light which doesn’t hurt on spots on your ears, nose and hands. It makes your endorphins feel like you have smoked and lets you get through the cravings and withdrawals.
The laser therapy stop smoking program I did in Charlotte, NC was 3 sessions and the technician was great with the supprt and advice.
The whole thing was very relaxing and painless. I was a non-smoker after one hour and haven’t wanted one in 6 years. I think laser therapy quit smoking is the only way to go. There are NO side effects like the Chentix had.
My brother did hypno a few years ago and we still laugh about it today, he quit for about a day and a half and was back to smoking. He did laser therapy stop smoking in Las Vegas last year and is not smoking.

Donald asks…

Survey: Why can’t the Government have some pill made to help people stop smoking and give it away?

The gov. subsidizes tobacco growers, why not us addicted to nicotine?

AndrewTraub answers:

They have a pill to help people quit smoking, but the problem is it also makes some people irritable and mean. My husband tried it.

It’s not the government’s fault that people are stupid enough to start smoking.

I smoked for years before I quit cold turkey because I was pregnant. You can do it, you just have to really want to.

Robert asks…

what is the best way to stop smoking . ive tried pills,patches,gum,not a heavy smoker ,i dont get it.?

AndrewTraub answers:

Here are a few natural ways to help curb your need for a cig:

Slippery Elm Bark: I think this is a great SUPER-herb. Great for so many things. Have a cup of Slippery Elm Bark tea when you feel like you want to have a smoke. OR

Place two table spoons of powdered slippery elm bark into a bowl pour in a small amount of honey and sirt it around until you have a nice dough, you can roll them in a bit more of the SEB powder or cinnamon or even powdered sugar for some flavor. Suck on one everytime you feel you need a ciggarette. You can find SEB tea or powder in any health food store.

Marjoram tea will dry out your throat making it so you won’t enjoy those ciggarettes so you could drink a cup of it before you have a smoke. Marjoram is really sweet so you don’t need to add a sweetener.

Nancy asks…

Has Anybody Tried Any Of The New Stop Smoking Type Pills?

All these new pills out on the market & I was wondering if they work . . if they really get rid of the craving…

AndrewTraub answers:

Please don’t kiss me, your breath smells awful

need pills?

Your Questions About Quit Smoking Cold Turkey

Posted on February 13, 2012 by AndrewTraub

George asks…

has anyone here quit smoking cold turkey?

if so, what did you do to help?

AndrewTraub answers:

All the time but you have to cook the turkey then you’l be cool!
J/k

Donald asks…

How likely is it that my husband will be able to quit smoking cold turkey?

AndrewTraub answers:

My father did exactly that at age 40 — simply said, “I don’t want to smoke anymore,” after 20+ years of smoking, and he never did again. No problem. Mind over matter.

Mandy asks…

I quit smoking cold turkey, it’s only been 10 days. i could breathe better when i smoked than i can now,why? ?

Does this mean i have emphysema? I am frieking out.

AndrewTraub answers:

This is only your external feeling.
And congrats you do not have emphysema.
There are many people who suffers from the same problem to which you are suffering. Just visit the link below and who will be amazed of the results.

John asks…

I’ve decided to quit smoking cold-turkey tomorrow (financial reasons). How did you do it? Any tips?

AndrewTraub answers:

Recently my wife and I decided we should quit smoking. We tried almost everything but finally we found these new electronic cigarettes. They are fantastic, and as we order new cartridges we are lowering the amount of nicotine we smoke, hopefully we will be able to be off it soon. It seems to be working pretty well and I’m not feeling any negative effects, and I love the taste. The cost might seem pretty steep up front, but I go over the math on my blog, and in the long run (In under a month) you are actually saving money. As a couple we are saving almost $300 a month by switching over. I put up a blog chronicling our adventure if anyone wants to read.

Http://www.quitcigs.us.tt

Helen asks…

How can I quit smoking cigarettes cold turkey?

I’ve been smoking since about 13 years old and I’m 15 now, Usually when I try to quit I go for about a week and then i start up again, and when I tell people I wanna quit they always laugh at me and say stupid crap like “yeah right” and it’s so annoying.. but anyways can you guys give me some tips or something please? Thanks.

AndrewTraub answers:

Just say no.

It’s not that difficult, the big crutch with smokers is the ‘I just can’t do without’, ‘one couldn’t hurt’, ‘it’s not fun without’ excuses they keep repeating to themselves, creating their own self-fulfilling prophecy.

So when you wallow in self-pity, thinking those things, just tell yourself NO, you’re just gonna have to stop doing it.

If you need something to do, carry around a bottle of water(which you can drink), or even drop and do 20 push-ups.

But the main thing is face your issues, smoking is of course a real avoidance drug, if you get stressed you walk outside, or to the smoking lounge, you retreat in your cigarette, so don’t, just face your issues, and just say no.

Your Questions About Stop Smoking Drugs

Posted on February 12, 2012 by AndrewTraub

Mark asks…

When you found out you were pregnant did you stop smoking and drinking alcohol.?

When you found out you were pregnant did you stop smoking and drinking alcohol.

Taking into account all the research proves drug taking, smoking and alcohol can hurt an unborn child, did you take a chance, were you not bothered or did you stop?
Some have said they and family did smoke and drink and they are OK. Of course many babies are born OK where the mum smokes and drinks. But what kind of a selfish person will take that kind of risk is a smoke worth risking an unborn child hell NO.

AndrewTraub answers:

As soon as i found out i was pregnant i stopped drinking. I wasnt a smoker before but my partner is and he wont smoke near me or allow anyone else to now we know we are expecting.

Sorry to all the pregnant women on here who do smoke but i dont agree with it and when i see one with a cigarette in her mouth im disgusted and appalled!

When i found out i was pregnant i changed my diet and eat much healthier now aswell.

I dont think changing your habits for nine months to give your baby the best possible start in life is a sacrifice at all! Alcohol is not more important to me than the wellbeing of my unborn child.
I know if i continued my behaviour knowing that i was pregnant and something went wrong i would blame myself for it, irrespective of wether it was related to alcohol ect or not.

Donald asks…

I need advice on how to stop my friends from becoming criminals and smoking drugs?

Ok this is a long story……… read at ur own risk. Me and my friends have been friends for 10+ years since elementary school back when we were trouble makers jumpin in sand and crazy stuns u wouldnt believe but thats not really important anyway we were lookin thru the phone book one day and my buddy named we shall call him…..Marky…..goes “hey guys I got some Daddy Jane” n we were like what n he was like “U know… grass….hoobastank” we were all dumbfounded……………… especially me……..

So i know this is shocking and stuff but i tried it…….. it was very scary i could hardly breath when it happened but i did it i couldnt let my friends especially Marky down……… So when I smocked it i didnt feel different but the Changes in marky were clear immeidately…………. he left the room and went into the bathroom for 2 hours when he came back his eyes were red and he looked angry i was very scred so i rode my bike down to safeway and did my homework

That was only chapter 1 chapter 2 is even worse

One day after school once we had intoxicated our bodies Marky shoed up…. it had been 2 weeks since i seen him…………. he was different happy but different

What could this be

He smile at us and said Hello Gentlement…… I have more Daddy Green Hooba n I was shocked 1 more time….. shock me 1nce shame on u shock me 2wice shame on mel………….. so my friends were ecsited as he was ecsited we went to the bathroom to Hot Box as he called it n he lit up the J(oint) this was tense moments because at any moment we could get high…. something i did not want 2 experience…….

Side story my Bro died in a car accidnet from a drunk driver which is why i dont smoke it I will never let my family tear apart again

So he said u guys are in for a surprise and smiled liek the Grinch on Christmas Eves…………………. this Marijuana is lace with Meth……… I looked at him in shock and fear. I was shocked he took a drag like Pinocchio in the moviue Pinocchio………………….that was it. He was changed. My Friends Went to Toke but he said NO!! This is mine. U can have this. He tossed a bag of rocks on the ground

It was

Crack

My frineds went for it like a pile of dogs in a hot summer day. I didnt want 2 believe it but I did

He looked at me n said Diego dont u want to get high……..i said no i dont Marky. U have changed. He crakced his knuckles and told me to gwet ouf of his site. I did. I took a sick day for 8 days. When I got back everything seemed normal accept for Marky and the friends.,… they were dressed like Gangsters and smelled like crack and drugs

THey had a pipe and said 2day is the day we rob 7-11 for crack money

How do i stop them…………………………. thanks

— Diego

AndrewTraub answers:

Im not sure if you really Can stop them.
They sound kinda out of hand!
You can talk to them about it.
But in the end, it’s gonna be up to them if they’re gonna keep on taking the wrong path.
All you can do is either keep hangin’ with them or ditch them.
But make sure you do talk to them.
Hope I helped!

Carol asks…

HAS ANYONE TRIED CHANTIX? the stop smoking drug?

does it work and what are the side effects?
I got the prescription today, i have good insurance, just hesitant to take it because I suffer from panic attacks and am worried about the side effects….please help

AndrewTraub answers:

I just stopped taking Chantix and I AM SMOKE FREE!!!. It has been two weeks. The stuff really works because I have quit with the patch a couple of years ago and that was alot harder than this. It is not expensive compared to how much you spend on smokes a month. I would highly recommend it if you really want to quit smoking. As far as the side effects, it really depends on the person but I had a little constipation (got the same thing when I quit without chantix before), a couple of bad dreams (nothing like a full blown nighmare, just weird) and thats about it that I could tell. Go to your doctor and tell him you want to try it. He suggested I stay on it for 3 months but I don’t feel like I ever need a cig anymore. The only time I really want one is when I fight with the wife but those urges are easy to get over now.

Tip: If you have never tried to quit cold turkey, try that first so you know what it feels like to really feen. You will relize how much chantix does once you know that feeling.

William asks…

How to stop a friend from smoking and doing drugs?

well my friend at 17 started to smoke, and do drugs. he started smoking and doing marjuana and all of his frinds want him to stop except the ones who supply him… he has 4 main bad influences… a kid named andrew who smokes and sells him packs, a kid name thomas who does drugs and sells him drugs, a kid named zach who smokes and prob drinks, and his sister who sell shim drugs and ciggs.also his mom and dad smoke but they dont know he smokes. he also drinks sometimes, and he tends to do things like fake depression for attention. we dont wanna get him in trouble but what can we do?

AndrewTraub answers:

DO NOT CALL THE COPS!!! That is the worst possible solution. Ive had much experience with this. Calling the police will only make his life worse. If you are classifying “drugs” as marijuana, dont bother him. Its not gunna hurt him, just let him think hes being cool. Just pretend not to care about him and laugh at him in the hallway. Then hell change because hes the typa guy who care how people think about him.

John asks…

How well does Chantix work? Does it really do what they say? Will I stop smoking with this new drug?

Just started taking it today, just wanted to hear from anyone that has used it to quit or any other things associated with it.

AndrewTraub answers:

I gave up by using CHAMPIX 17 weeks ago, I gave smoking up 2 weeks after starting the tablets as agreed with the doctor. This seems to be important, as if to get the stuff into your system I guess. I smoked for 42 years and never thought I would stop so I was really sceptical but at the end of that 2 weeks I was beginning to not want a ciggie. I had no cravings as I have in the past when I have tried, no mood swings and no needing to eat more. A couple of times I wanted a smoke so I didn’t go to the shops and be tempted. The only side effect I got was I took my tablets at 8am and 8pm, after the 8am tab I would have the most terrible stomach cramps. So I took them at 11 am and 11 pm and the problem stopped. I went to my Nurse after 6 weeks and was told my lungs were clear and that I had no trace of Carbon Monoxide in me . Then last week I saw my Doctor and he said my blood pressure is correct (the 1st time in 6 years) and that my weight was the same as when I started . Today I have the last 2 weeks tabs unopened , I don’t smoke, and I feel so much better. These tablets are a complete miracle. I have tried the patches and lozenges without success but these really work. Sorry its so long but I wanted to tell you and I hope you stick with it, good luck.

***** I just checked the profile of JWGEAG the guy after me and it seems he only answers questions about smoking and he gives the same answer everytime. Go to that website I think he might well be a salesman, so BEWARE**********

Your Questions About Quit Smoking Help

Posted on February 11, 2012 by AndrewTraub

Betty asks…

How do you over come the craving to eat when you quit smoking?

I quit smoking 2 weeks ago and I cant help but eat.

AndrewTraub answers:

Suck on hard candy
keep a piece of straw in your mouth
keep your mind occupied

Robert asks…

Any easy way to quit smoking marijauna after 13 years 3 times a day?

I have been consistently smoking pot for 13 years and doing so at least 3 times a day. I want to quit but in the past have not been able to. I had horrible anxiety , loss of appetite, sleeplessness and bad mood swings the last tim i tried to stop. I no longer want to have that dark cloud looming over me anymore.is it ok to just stop cold turkey after 13 years. Any help/advise would be much appreciated.

AndrewTraub answers:

I hear you. All around you almost everyday you’re going to run into people that don’t smoke. Do these people seem like they’re enjoying life any less than you are? Do they seem to be enjoying themselves less because they don’t smoke? Do they appear more stressed out? What you ought to notice is that all those people around you that don’t smoke are exactly like you are – and they experience the exact same things that you do, with the only difference being that they don’t breathe clouds and clouds of smoke!
But many smokers continue to do so simply because they feel that they need to. The general feeling is that if they were to stop smoking they’d end up feeling more down, less happy, more stressed out, etc. While it is true that smoking releases dopamine which causes a mild euphoria and makes you feel relazed – the question that you should really be asking yourself is whether or not you need smoking in order to be able to feel content and relaxed!
From the start of your life, right up to the point where you started smoking, you managed to cope well without smoking. What makes you believe that you need to smoke or otherwise you would not be able to cope from this point on? When exactly did you start feeling that way? Chances are, you probably don’t even remember the exact point when you became dependent on smoking – but that really doesn’t matter.
All things said and done, smoking is a habit that is dangerous – and it will probably end up killing you if you don’t quit at some point or other. Now that you know that there’s really no justification for thinking that you ‘need’ cigarettes, it is up to you to take the next step, and firmly decide to kick your unwanted habit!

God bless!

Mary asks…

How did your friends help you quit smoking?

i wanna help my friend quit smoking. i just.. dont kno how to go about it. how did ur friends help you quit? what didnt they do that you wish they did ? or.. what did they do wrong? anything will help (: i just wanna help my friend.

AndrewTraub answers:

A friend showed me this web site: e-cigarette-forum.com – it’s just a forum for information and resources. Not a sales gimmick!
I’m now off of tobacco after 36 years.

Daniel asks…

OK weight gain is almost inevitable after you quit smoking.If I use nicotine patches will it help?

I know that if you don’t cut down calorie intake or increase exercise level you gain weight when you quit smoking. If I use nicotine patches at least for a while, will they increase my metabolism rate and and avoid weight gain?

AndrewTraub answers:

Don’t worry, any weight gain should normally be only temporary, and it was in my case (many years ago), and I was underweight anyway. Metabolism will adjust accordingly. My doctor told me years ago that your brain decides that your body can make its own nicotine from the consumption of sugar, which is why you will more than likely suddenly desire sweet things after you stop the smoking or nicotine patches. Being aware of this and controlling that urge to buy sweets, lollies and sweet drinks and you should be fine weight wise. Note also that most low-fat foods these days are actually high sugar, but they don’t like to tell you that. Good on you for having a go at giving up – It can be done.

Sandra asks…

if I Quit smoking in witch way can that help my singing voice?

I’m a 13 year old boy and if I was to Quit smoking in witch way would that help my singing voice?

AndrewTraub answers:

For one it would help prevent throat cancer
you would be able to hit higher notes
help you hold notes longer.

Your Questions About Stop Smoking Hypnosis

Posted on February 10, 2012 by AndrewTraub

James asks…

Average price for stop smoking hypnosis program?

Is acupuncture better?

AndrewTraub answers:

If in the UK go to your GP for advice forget hypnosis there are plenty of other things out there. Good old fashioned will power works too.

Lizzie asks…

I am ready to stop smoking, should I try hypnosis?

I have been smoking for too many years and I have heard a lot of people say they have used hypnosis to stop, but I am wondering if it really works.

AndrewTraub answers:

When I decide to stop smoking I did some research online and I asked people I know. There are those patches, that nasty gum and medication. Most people who were able to stop without the cravings and didn’t go back had used hypnosis.

I decided to give it a try and hyposis worked for me. That was 4 years ago and I am still a non-smoker. I have sent many people to see my hypnotist, in fact I think his father was a hypnotist too. If you are in Dallas, check out http://hypnomark.com, he knows what he is doing.

He takes his time and does what he needs to do. I am having a contest with a friend I referred to Mark, we are seeing who can send him the most people to stop smoking, right now I am winning.

Helen asks…

Does the NHS have a free self hypnosis service for help to stop smoking?

AndrewTraub answers:

The NHS does not.

But most HMO’s do offer smoking cessation programs that may include coverage for non-traditional treatments. If you’re uninsured, there might also be privately funded programs you can look into.

Thomas asks…

Hypnosis???????????

Has anyone tried hypnosis to help stop smoking or over-eating? Did it help?

AndrewTraub answers:

My wife used hypnosis to overcome an eating disorder. She said it worked, but you still had to really want to stop whatever you were doing, and still had to consiously use your will not to do it.

I just quit smoking without the use of hypnosis, I’m just sick of them having power over me, the cigs and the tobacco company. It’s been a week now.

Good luck on whatever you decide.

Robert asks…

Need to stop smoking. Does anyone know who has the best results (laser or hypnosis)?

AndrewTraub answers:

Here’s something that will make you stop how about 35 radiation treatments for larynx cancer then an operation to remove your voice box and cut a hole in your neck to breath through that makes suckin on cig’s hard to do so it made me quit Just put um down fore its too late like me ha ha ha Least I didn’t get lung cancer like most people do…

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