Ok...I'm starting this to try and document my attempts ot quit smoking. It's a real drag - pun intended but I think putting my thoughts and attempts in writing will somehow help with the quitting. I'm not having any health problems at the moment apart from the ocassional coughing attacks but I've reached enlightenment and want to do something before health issues start.

There are some stop smoking aids available and I'm trying them all. The patches work up to a point and the stick in the mouth helps for sure. Gum helps but I believe the ultimate weapon that will make me succeed in quitting smoking is within - determination.

This thing of mind over matter is so important - everything else just helps you get there but if you're set that nothing is going to make you quit then you are right - NOTHING will make you quit smoking.

That's also why I find hypnosis smoking therapy so interesting. It trains your mind to conquer the urge to smoke and I'm trying it out. Wish me luck!