I was a smoker since I was 13 and am now soon to be 26. I finally was able to quit smoking 3 years ago. What I find worked for me was completly changing my lifestyle. Instead of having that smoke in the morning I went and soaked in the tub. Instead of having a smoke after my meals, I went for a walk, worked out, or back to work. I had to unfortunaly cut back on hanging out with some of my friends that smoked. I still hung around them but not as much and if we all went for drinks I made sure I had someone with me that didn’t smoke. The hardest thing I found was quitting when I was partying. I had to and still do - cut down my liquor intake so I keep a steady mind.
Hope that helps you. You can do it. My advise is turn into a health nut and you might be able to beat it. - written 2 years, 10 months ago
I want to thank you very much for all your responses. I know what I have to do… and yes I have to find the courage. She’s in the hospital right now giving birth to her 2nd child and I have to figure out when the right time is to tell someone. I know sooner is better than later. I did email her and I came out and told her everything I ever thought. I know I have most likely ended our friendship as to she will never want to speak to me again. But I know the right thing to do. I just hope I pick the right time and I’m doing the right thing.
S - written 2 years, 10 months ago