Happy Juneteenth everyone! Juneteenth is a celebration that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. It also the day that I chose 5 years ago to quit smoking cigarettes! Ever since that day in 2009 I have not looked back and the fact that I have quit smoking cigarettes has changed my life in so many ways. Not only am I saving tons of money but I am also saving lives including my own. Five years ago today I began to chronicle my journey to be smoke free on YouTube and video taped my personal experiences with giving up cigarettes cold turkey during the first year. Every year I share my video playlist with anyone who is willing to watch them in hopes that I can encourage at least one person take those steps towards a smoke free lifestye. Please share this post with anyone that you know who is battling that nicotine addiction like I was.
Juneteenth Freedom - 6/19-2009 (My QUIT Day)
In this video I am announcing my dirty habit and explaining what led me to quit and why
Freedom - The SistahChick’s Journey to be Smoke Free - Day 7
In this video, it’s Day 7, Michael Jackson has just passed and I am dealing with it WITHOUT Cigarettes. OY! Watch as I recognize my habit for what it is… an addiction. I can’t sleep or eat at this point.
Freedom - The SistahChick’s Journey to be Smoke Free - Day 14
My appetite has increased and my emotions are ALL over the place. I am still hanging in there, but dependency ain’t easy.
Freedom - The SistahChick’s Journey to be Smoke Free - Day 21+
I got really sick at this point with my body going through full nicotine withdrawal. Will I make it? You’ll have to watch and see!
Freedom - The SistahChick’s Journey to be Smoke Free - Day 28+
Yippee I made it to day 28!!! I am learning to cope with my urges and better ways to deal with stress. I’m Happy!!
Freedom - The SistahChick’s Journey to be Smoke Free - Day 38
A positive report on my progress! In this video I talk about how I deal with my triggers now without cigarettes.
Freedom - The SistahChick’s Journey to be Smoke Free - 6 Weeks!
It’s smooth sailing at this point! The report is good. The weeks are adding up and the results are VERY positive. Check It out
Freedom - The SistahChick’s Journey to be Smoke Free - 3 Months+
I am comfortable in my new situation and thankful for my support system. I am now living a life without cigarettes! Listen as I explain how natural hair led me to make changes in my life. Cigarettes is a slow death.
Freedom - The SistahChick’s Journey to be Smoke Free - 4+ Months
Cigarettes are no longer a part of my life! In this video I’m just having fun with my kids. Funny Stuff!
That was the last video in my series folks! Take the time to watch them and listen to the messages. Please, please, please SHARE this post with ANYONE who you know is struggling with an addiction to cigarettes. If I can do it… So can you.
Happy Juneteenth!!
