Hello

[Artoo]

Hello,

I am a noob. Today is my first day here. Today is also my attempt to quit.

I drink far too much. I smoke far too much.

I must also say that I am scared. This is a huge step.

Anyway, hello to all.

[healthywealthywise]

Hiya Artoo, and welcome. Have you checked out the diaries feature? It's a great place to start, you can begin your own diary there to keep track of your quit and your feelings about it.

Good luck on today, read, read, read, there is a lot of excellent advice here from people who know just where you're coming from!

[Indiglow]

Hey, Artoo, and welcome.

This is a huge step, but one you'll never regret. If you're on Day One, stock up on tart juices, water and non alcoholic drinks; eat small meals if you can; come to the shoutbox (the chat on the main forum page) if you need to talk; rest and try and take an Epsom Salts bath--people here swear it helps with the aches and pains.

There's a lot of support here, so think about starting a diary and feel free to ask.

[Mareu]

Welcome Artoo,

You'll get lots of good advice and support here. Read lots and think about starting your own diary. It's good to keep a track of your progress and helps to get your thoughts out.

Have a good day.

[Ella Fant]

Originally Posted by Artoo

Hello,

I am a noob. Today is my first day here. Today is also my attempt to quit.

I drink far too much. I smoke far too much.

I must also say that I am scared. This is a huge step.

Anyway, hello to all.

Welcome Art,

Don't make an attempt. QUIT.
There will never be a better time.

[Artoo]

Thanks very much for the kind welcomes. I am going to peruse this website in more detail, and start myself a diary.

[Artoo]

Originally Posted by Ella Fant

Welcome Art,

Don't make an attempt. QUIT.
There will never be a better time.

I wrote "attempt" because the word "quit" scares the living daylights out of me.

[bigsister987]

Welcome Artoo

I don't think we have anyone from South Africa here. Start up a diary and tell us a bit about yourself.

I can understand how the future looks scary right now, but life can only get better. Really!!

[Ella Fant]

Originally Posted by Artoo

I wrote "attempt" because the word "quit" scares the living daylights out of me.

The fear will leave you soon. Just get yourself through these first few days. Stay here is much as you can. We'll keep you company!

Would be great if you could take some time off work. Treat yourself like you're sick with a bad virus.

And I think you should worry about the smoking, a littler further down the road.

[rick]

Artoo, you're in the right place if you're here. I'm pretty new myself and have quit so many times I've lost count. But this place and the people here have made this quit a "sticking quit."

You can do it. Stick close to this site and you'll be amazed at what happens.

All the best to you.