I dont want to give in, help

[Bibbster]

Please need encouragement , I get alot of anxiety and stressed out easily, especially after Im trying to quit. I quit today but feel really down right and almost gave in already. Everytime I try to quit drama comes up in my family that I cant seem to escape.

 

[joey_downunder]

You can do it! You already know what to avoid from your past attempts which is a real advantage this time.

Take it day by day, even minute by minute. Each victory will make you stronger and more confident.

 

[thesunisout]

Please need encouragement , I get alot of anxiety and stressed out easily, especially after Im trying to quit. I quit today but feel really down right and almost gave in already. Everytime I try to quit drama comes up in my family that I cant seem to escape.

You need to realize that this is spiritual warfare. Smoking is a stronghold in your life, and Satan is going to work to defend it. He is going to be pressing all your buttons, through the people in your life, through circumstances, and through your own thoughts. What you need is the help of the Holy Spirit. Whenever you fall into temptation, go to prayer, and ask the Holy Spirit to strengthen you in the spirit. Praise Him for all that He does for you, and ask Him to deliver you from this addiction. You need to fight this battle in the spirit and not in the flesh. You can't do this by yourself; you need Gods help.

 

[madaz]

Family drama is only an excuse to start again, there is NO excuse or even a good reason to start again. Just remember it only takes one. Keep trying. I quit 10 years ago next month and can say it was one of the best things I ever did!

 

[madaz]

You need to realize that this is spiritual warfare. Smoking is a stronghold in your life, and Satan is going to work to defend it. He is going to be pressing all your buttons, through the people in your life, through circumstances, and through your own thoughts. What you need is the help of the Holy Spirit. Whenever you fall into temptation, go to prayer, and ask the Holy Spirit to strengthen you in the spirit. Praise Him for all that He does for you, and ask Him to deliver you from this addiction. You need to fight this battle in the spirit and not in the flesh. You can't do this by yourself; you need Gods help.

Spiritual warfare? no its simply an addiction!
Satan at work? no its simply an addiction!
He can do this all by himself, and when he does do it, he deserves the credit entirely!

 

[Smashleigh17]

You need to realize that this is spiritual warfare. Smoking is a stronghold in your life, and Satan is going to work to defend it. He is going to be pressing all your buttons, through the people in your life, through circumstances, and through your own thoughts. What you need is the help of the Holy Spirit. Whenever you fall into temptation, go to prayer, and ask the Holy Spirit to strengthen you in the spirit. Praise Him for all that He does for you, and ask Him to deliver you from this addiction. You need to fight this battle in the spirit and not in the flesh. You can't do this by yourself; you need Gods help.

This is an amazing answer and is all so true. All the drama that keeps arising in your life just as you've taken it upon yourself to quit is the Devil trying to tempt you into giving in again.

I very recently quit smoking (2 Weeks and 3days as of today) and I did exactly what the above has said - I found that my addiction to smoking was more mental than physical so rather than smoking cigarettes in my free time, I downloaded a Bible App to my phone and did daily readings instead. If you have Faith that the Holy Spirit, gifted to us through God, will be able to set you free of your addiction, you'll find that your strength and willingness to quit will be renewed in any situation.

Personally, I used - 'I can do all this through Him who gives me strength' - Philippians 4:13 (NIV) - to remind myself that He was watching me and providing me with the strength and determination I needed to triumph over my dangerous addiction.

Good luck ! I know you can succeed with the Lord watching over you.

 

[SplendidTree]

You can do it! Praying!

 

[Debby 24]

I feel so much for you, are you using patches or getting any help, my friend is doing really well as she uses them, she is still finding it tough but is determined to conquer with the Lords help, so I appreciate all the advice on here from you all, as she is having so many problems in her family and stress.

I will be praying for you.

 

[madaz]

Quitting nicotine may be one of the hardest thing's you may ever do, it certainly was for me, it has been 10 years since my last smoke and I still crave. Family crisis is only an excuse to relapse NOT a reason. Just take it one craving at a time and keep in mind the craving WILL subside. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, preferably give them up completely as well. After 12 weeks you will be over the worst symptoms.

 

[Evie1980]

How are you going bibbster? I hope that you overcame temptation. You can do it. It just means that you need to take time to listen to your body. When I used to crave a lot I know I had to ask myself my reason for wanting and then work through the emotions. Sometimes it was time out of a situation, others was because I was anxious, stressed or bored. I worked through it and so can you. You just need to take the time and work through your needs without a cigarette. It is hard at first but after 6 years quit I must say I rarely crave any more.
Blessings and I hope this helps.

 

[santacruzchristlova]

You can do it!! I've always found exercising to help with quitting. It will help with anxiety and stress too!

 

[Humble Pie]

I wonder if that was cold turkey or something? Early on in the game when I had bad cravings I had just one cigarette or more gum so I wouldn't become preoccupied with the cravings and crash. It worked a chime.

I found the nicotine enhaler to be a very good substitute for a real smoke early on in quitting.

I don't understand the cold turkey approach, it results in powerful cravings. NRT products don't cause cancer.

 

[ChildOfTheLight]

I just want to say that, i battled with alcohol, cocaine and cigarettes, i smoked cigarettes from 13-19 and between 15-19 i was at about a pack a day. It is by far the hardest addiction i have quit. But giving it all to God is how i stay strong. I constantly speak out loud no matter where I am at when I have a craving. "Anything can be done through you on earth as it is in heaven" It keeps me strong. I hope this helps!

STAY STRONG, GOD BLESS, and my prayers go out for you!

 

[zmic]

What others have said in this thread about praying is so true.

Physical addiction is almost impossible to beat by human will alone. You need God's help on this one. Ask Him directly to support you in your struggle, explain your reasons.

Do you really think that God is going to let you down on this one?

 

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[love Angel]

Just take each day as it comes, each minute, each hour..you will get there. I sucked on candy, read, took naps, prayed to God to get me through this. What also helped me was I timed my cravings, this helped a lot but mostly I think it got my mind off the craving. It gave me something to do while the craving ran it's corse. This is no easy task but to overcome. Once the nicotene is out of your system then you will need to work on the your mind because not only the craving eventually go away, your mind will tell you that you need a cigarette. You just put a big stop sign up and say no. Trust me you will get there. Also I might mention to take a walk when you have a craving or drink water. Stay away from caffene. I pretty much gave up coffee and soda becasue they were my triggers.Even something hot ans spicy. Also try chewing a a straw. I'm at 4 months. It's getting so much better. I hrarely have a craving but I do have to tell my mind to be quiet and no I do not need a cigarette. God Bless and hand in there.

 

[Debby 24]

Continuing to pray for you.