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Offline FIGHTIN-IGNORANCE

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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #23 on: July 10, 2013, 04:24:00 PM »
Oh. Cool! Thanks.
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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #22 on: July 10, 2013, 03:04:00 PM »
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Hey guys,

I have seen many post the "NAFAR"

What is this exactly?
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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #21 on: July 10, 2013, 09:25:00 AM »
Hey guys,

I have seen many post the "NAFAR"

What is this exactly?
Quit Date 6/26/2013
DUCK FIP'S FOR LIFE!!
'KICKIN THE CAN' All Day Long!
Complancency sucks,one moment of it is the difference between being a user and a quitter....OIB

Someone, somewhere out there is suffering through a more intense crave than me and that person is staying quit. As will I. -JoeMellow

The connection of a common problem is strong, but the connection of a common solution is even stronger.-gorilla1

When we think we can't quit... We can... Cause ducks fly together... When the craves are to much to handle... Us ducks fly together.... When you want to cave... You won't... Because ducks fly together. Per our Jpete328
Freedom Started 06/26/2013....Freedom continues because of my choice and accountability from MY FELLOW DUCKS! QUACK ! QUACK! Thank You!

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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #20 on: July 09, 2013, 11:57:00 PM »
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200 days ago I was in a different place. Full of anxiety and fear, knew I needed to quit but had no confidence that I could do it. White knuckled it for the first few days and then found the site. Had I not found this site and joined I know today I would not be 200 days quit. I am not the loudest on this site, but I do take pride in making my promise every damn day. I have a small network of solid quitters that I rely on to hold me accountable. It does get better and the craves do get easier to get through, but I know complacency can slowly take over. I have to be cautious of these signs of complacency and take action or else....Today I choose to be quit, freedom from nicotine is my choice today. Before quitting I did not have that choice. I am proud to be quit with all of you today.
Proud to be a March 13 Quitter with you Steve. You are one badass quitter. Keep it up. NAFAR!!

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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #19 on: July 09, 2013, 09:07:00 PM »
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Quote from: jaynellie
Quote from: Steve
200 days ago I was in a different place.  Full of anxiety and fear, knew I needed to quit but had no confidence that I could do it.  White knuckled it for the first few days and then found the site. Had I not found this site and joined I know today I would not be 200 days quit.  I am not the loudest on this site, but I do take pride in making my promise every damn day.  I have a small network of solid quitters that I rely on to hold me accountable.  It does get better and the craves do get easier to get through, but I know complacency can slowly take over.  I have to be cautious of these signs of complacency and take action or else....Today I choose to be quit, freedom from nicotine is my choice today.  Before quitting I did not have that choice.  I am proud to be quit with all of you today.
200 days is absolutely bad ass Steve. There is a big difference between talking about doing something and getting it done. Sir you are indeed getting it done. Proud to be getting it done today with you. QLF!!!
Yes. Nice.
200 days.. Nice accomplishment! Enjoy your day then get back here tomorrow and add a 1 to that.

STAY QUIT
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You say your aren't the loudest,, but my dad always told me actions speak louder than words. Right now i'm hearing you pretty clearly. Congrats.
Much respect.

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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #18 on: July 09, 2013, 07:10:00 PM »
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Quote from: Scowick65
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Quote from: Steve
200 days ago I was in a different place.  Full of anxiety and fear, knew I needed to quit but had no confidence that I could do it.  White knuckled it for the first few days and then found the site. Had I not found this site and joined I know today I would not be 200 days quit.  I am not the loudest on this site, but I do take pride in making my promise every damn day.  I have a small network of solid quitters that I rely on to hold me accountable.  It does get better and the craves do get easier to get through, but I know complacency can slowly take over.  I have to be cautious of these signs of complacency and take action or else....Today I choose to be quit, freedom from nicotine is my choice today.  Before quitting I did not have that choice.  I am proud to be quit with all of you today.
200 days is absolutely bad ass Steve. There is a big difference between talking about doing something and getting it done. Sir you are indeed getting it done. Proud to be getting it done today with you. QLF!!!
Yes. Nice.
200 days.. Nice accomplishment! Enjoy your day then get back here tomorrow and add a 1 to that.

STAY QUIT
Greg
You say your aren't the loudest,, but my dad always told me actions speak louder than words. Right now i'm hearing you pretty clearly. Congrats.
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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #17 on: July 09, 2013, 06:34:00 PM »
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Quote from: Steve
200 days ago I was in a different place.  Full of anxiety and fear, knew I needed to quit but had no confidence that I could do it.  White knuckled it for the first few days and then found the site. Had I not found this site and joined I know today I would not be 200 days quit.  I am not the loudest on this site, but I do take pride in making my promise every damn day.  I have a small network of solid quitters that I rely on to hold me accountable.  It does get better and the craves do get easier to get through, but I know complacency can slowly take over.  I have to be cautious of these signs of complacency and take action or else....Today I choose to be quit, freedom from nicotine is my choice today.  Before quitting I did not have that choice.  I am proud to be quit with all of you today.
200 days is absolutely bad ass Steve. There is a big difference between talking about doing something and getting it done. Sir you are indeed getting it done. Proud to be getting it done today with you. QLF!!!
Yes. Nice.
200 days.. Nice accomplishment! Enjoy your day then get back here tomorrow and add a 1 to that.

STAY QUIT
Greg

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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #16 on: July 09, 2013, 04:54:00 PM »
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Quote from: Steve
200 days ago I was in a different place.  Full of anxiety and fear, knew I needed to quit but had no confidence that I could do it.  White knuckled it for the first few days and then found the site. Had I not found this site and joined I know today I would not be 200 days quit.  I am not the loudest on this site, but I do take pride in making my promise every damn day.  I have a small network of solid quitters that I rely on to hold me accountable.  It does get better and the craves do get easier to get through, but I know complacency can slowly take over.  I have to be cautious of these signs of complacency and take action or else....Today I choose to be quit, freedom from nicotine is my choice today.  Before quitting I did not have that choice.  I am proud to be quit with all of you today.
200 days is absolutely bad ass Steve. There is a big difference between talking about doing something and getting it done. Sir you are indeed getting it done. Proud to be getting it done today with you. QLF!!!
Yes. Nice.

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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #15 on: July 09, 2013, 03:28:00 PM »
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200 days ago I was in a different place. Full of anxiety and fear, knew I needed to quit but had no confidence that I could do it. White knuckled it for the first few days and then found the site. Had I not found this site and joined I know today I would not be 200 days quit. I am not the loudest on this site, but I do take pride in making my promise every damn day. I have a small network of solid quitters that I rely on to hold me accountable. It does get better and the craves do get easier to get through, but I know complacency can slowly take over. I have to be cautious of these signs of complacency and take action or else....Today I choose to be quit, freedom from nicotine is my choice today. Before quitting I did not have that choice. I am proud to be quit with all of you today.
200 days is absolutely bad ass Steve. There is a big difference between talking about doing something and getting it done. Sir you are indeed getting it done. Proud to be getting it done today with you. QLF!!!
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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #14 on: July 09, 2013, 03:26:00 PM »
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200 days ago I was in a different place.  Full of anxiety and fear, knew I needed to quit but had no confidence that I could do it.  White knuckled it for the first few days and then found the site. Had I not found this site and joined I know today I would not be 200 days quit.  I am not the loudest on this site, but I do take pride in making my promise every damn day.  I have a small network of solid quitters that I rely on to hold me accountable.  It does get better and the craves do get easier to get through, but I know complacency can slowly take over.  I have to be cautious of these signs of complacency and take action or else....Today I choose to be quit, freedom from nicotine is my choice today.  Before quitting I did not have that choice.  I am proud to be quit with all of you today.
Bro... Sometimes the loudest and most vocal isn't what everybody needs. Don't need to make waves to be a rock solid quitter and example. 200 is awesome bro! Thanks for leading the way.
I'm loud and I have not proven myself enough yet at only 51 days! So I think the best example can be simply honoring your word over the course of a long period of time. I think everyone here brings something to the table but those of you who have stayed the course over time show the best example. As a newer guy I NEED to see people like you posting big numbers! And 200 is a big number to a guy like me! Keep doing that and your statement rings loud to everyone!

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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #13 on: July 09, 2013, 03:07:00 PM »
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200 days ago I was in a different place. Full of anxiety and fear, knew I needed to quit but had no confidence that I could do it. White knuckled it for the first few days and then found the site. Had I not found this site and joined I know today I would not be 200 days quit. I am not the loudest on this site, but I do take pride in making my promise every damn day. I have a small network of solid quitters that I rely on to hold me accountable. It does get better and the craves do get easier to get through, but I know complacency can slowly take over. I have to be cautious of these signs of complacency and take action or else....Today I choose to be quit, freedom from nicotine is my choice today. Before quitting I did not have that choice. I am proud to be quit with all of you today.

Bro... Sometimes the loudest and most vocal isn't what everybody needs. Don't need to make waves to be a rock solid quitter and example. 200 is awesome bro! Thanks for leading the way.
Well, it’s one louder, isn’t it? It’s not ten.

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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #12 on: July 09, 2013, 02:17:00 AM »
200 days ago I was in a different place. Full of anxiety and fear, knew I needed to quit but had no confidence that I could do it. White knuckled it for the first few days and then found the site. Had I not found this site and joined I know today I would not be 200 days quit. I am not the loudest on this site, but I do take pride in making my promise every damn day. I have a small network of solid quitters that I rely on to hold me accountable. It does get better and the craves do get easier to get through, but I know complacency can slowly take over. I have to be cautious of these signs of complacency and take action or else....Today I choose to be quit, freedom from nicotine is my choice today. Before quitting I did not have that choice. I am proud to be quit with all of you today.
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This sure beats the other alternatives, ODAAT.

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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #11 on: January 30, 2013, 06:54:00 AM »
What T-Cell says has given me Quit Woody Today! :wood
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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #10 on: January 29, 2013, 03:19:00 PM »
Cave dreams make my quit stronger. SOunds like you are the same way. The dreams suck, but they serve a purpose. Sounds like the accountability is working for you. Well done, sir.

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Re: Not a coincidence!
« Reply #9 on: January 29, 2013, 01:52:00 PM »
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Day 39, had my first cave dream last night. In all the fear and shame it caused, until I realized it was only a dream, has made my quit stronger today. I am grateful that it was a dream and grateful in what I learned from it. I am learning one day at a time that I don't need a dip to cope with life today. Some days are better than others and the thought still crosses my mind, but it always falls back to my daily comittment to myself and my fellow March Quit Brothers. That I can face life without the coping mechanism of stuffing my face with cancer. ODAAT, I quit for today.
Dip dreams do indeed suck. Glad you got something out of it.
I do want to challenge the "life without the coping mechanism of stuffing my face with cancer" idea however.
You do know about the addictive properties of nicotine, correct? So you do know any relief or calm you associate with a wad of worm dirt was only a temporary fix to the anxiety and physical withdraw that nicotine was causing, right? Frankly, tobacco never did anything useful for you, and the sooner you understand that the sooner you lose that romantic longing, which is completely built on lies.
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