Struggled a little

I decided to have telephone support rather than visit a stop smoking venue and have a weekly phone call with Deirdre and helpline advisors.  I started my patches on 8th July 2008 and stopped smoking immediately.  I have struggled a little and my tip to everyone is to keep yourself occupied.  I have recently started a job and finds this has helped and having someone on the other side of the line to talk to.

I am saving up the money I used to spend on cigarettes in the bank and I am going to treat myself.  My friends and family have been incredible supportive which has helped a lot.  Although I have stopped smoking completely I still need the weekly calls from Deirdre and the support I am offered is invaluable.