In my previous post, Smoking and Alcoholism - How to Fight Multiple Addictions, I mentioned there are reports that indicate smoking may interfere with recovery for those who are trying to quit drinking. But do we really need to address all our addictions at once in order to be successful?In one study reported in the Oxford Journals,... Read more
The mechanisms at play in people who drink alcoholically are very similar to the mechanisms that lead to smoking addiction. In fact, the smoking rate among chemically-dependent people is estimated to be as high as 90%, while smoking rates in the general population have dropped to roughly 21%.As a former practicing alcoholic, I know firsthand how... Read more
You’ve gone more than one month without a cigarette - that is awesome! Stretch your arm back around as far as you can and give yourself a really big pat on the back. In fact, go find someone else who can give you a pat on the back. It’s good to share your success with others and feel the positive energy they send your way once they... Read more
You’re now approaching one month without a cigarette - wow! That is an amazing feat. If this is your first time making it this far, you must be feeling pretty good right about now. If not smoking for four weeks in a row is an experience you’re rather familiar with because of repeated relapses, then you should feel great about having... Read more
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