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By Terry Martin, About.com Guide to Smoking Cessation since 2003

3 Years Smoke Free

Tuesday March 28, 2006
From Dee:
As I sit here with a stuffy head cold (the brain fog kinda reminds me of the first few weeks of quitting cold turkey when 2 plus 2 equaled 7) I’m trying to think of what I can tell you that is true and real about my journey...OK here’s the real deal:


----Your quit cannot be something that just happens to you. Half-hearted attempts will fail. You must own it, cherish it and protect it!

----The brain has to be retrained; a big heart alone won't make it.

----By giving up smoking you are not losing a darn thing. You are being given a wonderful gift, a second chance to live a healthy life.

Being able to quit smoking has changed me in many ways. I have more patience, more empathy and peace within.

Personal Accounts of Long Term Smoking Cessation:

  • Michelle's 4 Year Milestone
  • Lesly's 2 Year Smoke Free Milestone
  • Lane Baldwin Quit Smoking 4 Years Ago
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