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Old 01-30-2010, 07:52 PM   #97
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I do know that, but I really felt I had to say something. And believe me, I know how hard giving up is - I've tried a few times (unsuccessfully unfortunately) myself. I know I will try again. Just need to be in the right mental state for it.
I think people need to understand that everyone has a different level of "addiction tolerance"

Now.......my husband quit smoking cold turkey after 37 yrs, the last 10 were spent consuming 4 packs a day. Just put the pack down, and said "no more" He wasn't grumpy, he didn't show any signs of withdrawal. He really can't understand why most people can't do it like he did.

I personally don't think its a simple "mind over matter" problem.

I think it is, for some peoples system, a true addiction, like drugs.

My mother smoked all her life. Even at the end, dying of emphysema, hooked up to an oxygen tank 24/7, she kept looking for her 'smokes.'

I have a deep respect for those who can quit ..........and a deep understanding for those who keep trying, but need more help than over the counter aids.
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