Quitting Smoking: Entry 2

So the remainder of day 4 was relatively un-eventful. I did end up smoking sometime around 3 pm and found myself dissatisfied. I put it out less than half way through and disgarded the remainder. I did not smoke on at all for the remainder of the evening. I also did not notice any strange dreams or other ill-effects.

Day 5 was stressful. I bought a new car that day. I had been very stressed out with getting my old car prepared for trade-in, and attempting to get my home in order for a party that evening. I found myself increasingly irritable, though I am unsure if it was circumstance alone making me feel that way. I was dreading the party, and found myself attempting to isolate. I had some friends show up, and made the best of it, but for the most part I was ready to have it all over with before it even began. I did attempt to smoke a few times throughout the evening, but always found myself put-off early on, and quickly distinguished my cigarette after lighting it. No trouble sleeping or with dreams, though I do recall a bit of intensity in one dream. Nothing even comparible to the nightmare before.

Day 6, I did not smoke. There were a few moments where I wanted to, but they passed quickly as I just kept myself occupied through the cravings.

Day 7, I made it through my entire workday without smoking. Did smoke a bit after work with a friend, though it made me feel even worse than the last time I'd smoked, so I stopped.

So far, I'm well over half way through my workday on day 8, and this is feeling more and more realistic. Though I do still find myself a bit irritable, I am confident that that will fade. For all I know it could be hormonal. With the transition to a new vehicle, it's been easier to set that boundry and a new set of habits in regards to driving. My new car has never been a car I've smoked in. I've also been more conscious in my eating habits. Figure if all of this stuff is going to change, may as may get it all over with at once!

Have to say, it does feel pretty good. Already I can smell a difference. Particularly in smoke smells on others. It's awful!