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Post by rockjunquie on Dec 8, 2014 12:15:57 GMT -5
Congrats on kicking the habit. I feel like your suffering a form of grief. You have in effect lost a fourty year companion. Give it time and remind yourself how much better off you are without your old friend. Your muse will return. Ya know-- that isn't far from the truth. I had a cat for 25 years, she died a few years ago, but still there are times where I just EXPECT her to be there. With smoking... there are times when I just EXPECT to be smoking. Went shopping yesterday, EXPECTED to sit down and relax with a smoke. I am always reminded of it. But, it is getting less and less often. It is taking longer than I thought it would take to get back to normal, but Rome wasn't built in a day, as they say... Thank you for the reminder.  |
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Post by tkvancil on Dec 9, 2014 11:54:03 GMT -5
Congrats on kicking the habit. I feel like your suffering a form of grief. You have in effect lost a fourty year companion. Give it time and remind yourself how much better off you are without your old friend. Your muse will return. Ya know-- that isn't far from the truth. I had a cat for 25 years, she died a few years ago, but still there are times where I just EXPECT her to be there. With smoking... there are times when I just EXPECT to be smoking. Went shopping yesterday, EXPECTED to sit down and relax with a smoke. I am always reminded of it. But, it is getting less and less often. It is taking longer than I thought it would take to get back to normal, but Rome wasn't built in a day, as they say... Thank you for the reminder. Glad to be of some help. I'm still smoking but have quitting on my mind every day. I have quit twice for extended periods. Each time I started again was through anger. Just one pack can't hurt ... right? Wrong. I am thankful that you posted your story. You remind me it can be done and I need to do it. Not meant to be discouraging but informational ... An ex-coworker told me he had been a quitter for three years. He said that some of his old triggers would still lead to cravings to smoke, even after all that time. Just don't light that first one he said and you'll be alright. |
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Post by Tommy on Dec 9, 2014 17:00:26 GMT -5
Congratulations again Tela (big hug). I'm proud of you. I finally quit around 12 years ago after smoking for a long time and trying off and on for three years to quit. Best thing I ever did ... aside from the obvious health and financial benefits I'm so glad I'm not a slave to the stink any longer. I have a son who smokes now and the smell is SO freaking gross - smokers don't even realize how bad they smell.
Your muse will return when you least expect it - something will trigger it. Mine comes and goes too...I can't explain it. It's currently gone and I'm at a low point. I've got this Etsy monster I've created and the supplemental income it provides - and it pulls at me and wants me to get my ass in gear and get more products done. I'm fighting some health issues including a hurting back and high blood pressure and at the same time fighting grinding wheel issues - seems like all my wheels are failing at the same time and where things used to come easy for me now I struggle to get rid of all the scratches. I've ordered a replacement for my oldest wheel (3000) and I'm excited about getting it - maybe that will bring back the funz.
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Post by rockjunquie on Dec 9, 2014 20:05:22 GMT -5
Ya know-- that isn't far from the truth. I had a cat for 25 years, she died a few years ago, but still there are times where I just EXPECT her to be there. With smoking... there are times when I just EXPECT to be smoking. Went shopping yesterday, EXPECTED to sit down and relax with a smoke. I am always reminded of it. But, it is getting less and less often. It is taking longer than I thought it would take to get back to normal, but Rome wasn't built in a day, as they say... Thank you for the reminder. Glad to be of some help. I'm still smoking but have quitting on my mind every day. I have quit twice for extended periods. Each time I started again was through anger. Just one pack can't hurt ... right? Wrong. I am thankful that you posted your story. You remind me it can be done and I need to do it. Not meant to be discouraging but informational ... An ex-coworker told me he had been a quitter for three years. He said that some of his old triggers would still lead to cravings to smoke, even after all that time. Just don't light that first one he said and you'll be alright. I've tried to quit a bunch of times. I think what has helped the most for me this time is a new set of reasons. Instead of quitting for myself, I am quitting so my husband and I can keep the same doctor. (Long story.) I feel like I am quitting more for my husband than myself. The nicotine makes it real easy for me to tell myself to go ahead and have one cigarette. Nicotine makes you not really give a crap about yourself as long as you are getting the nicotine, so I think of my husband. My husband's father was quit probably 30 years before died and he wanted one up to his last minutes. Powerful stuff. I'm up for the challenge, though. I do hope you try again and succeed. Most ex smokers tried to quit lots of times. You can do it. One day at a time. |
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Post by rockjunquie on Dec 9, 2014 20:14:52 GMT -5
Congratulations again Tela . I'm proud of you. I finally quit around 12 years ago after smoking for a long time and trying off and on for three years to quit. Best thing I ever did ... aside from the obvious health and financial benefits I'm so glad I'm not a slave to the stink any longer. I have a son who smokes now and the smell is SO freaking gross - smokers don't even realize how bad they smell.
Your muse will return when you least expect it - something will trigger it. Mine comes and goes too...I can't explain it. It's currently gone and I'm at a low point. I've got this Etsy monster I've created and the supplemental income it provides - and it pulls at me and wants me to get my ass in gear and get more products done. I'm fighting some health issues including a hurting back and high blood pressure and at the same time fighting grinding wheel issues - seems like all my wheels are failing at the same time and where things used to come easy for me now I struggle to get rid of all the scratches. I've ordered a replacement for my oldest wheel (3000) and I'm excited about getting it - maybe that will bring back the funz.Thank you, Tommy! Good for you, too! I know exactly what you mean about the smell. The worst was being in a car with smoking and then going into a store. I felt like there was a green smog around me. I was very self conscious about the smell. I hated the smell in the house, too! Yes, I had to really cut back on my etsy time It was beginning to be waaaaaay too much work. I closed up for a bit and after opening up again it was slow, at first, but is picking up again. I am in no hurry to for it to pick up much more. It can really interfere with why you do it and the love for it. It kills my muse after awhile. Sorry about the wheels. I hate fighting with dying wheels. They are so expensive that we are forced to hold onto them longer than we want to or should. Hope your back is better. I have chronic back ailments, so I feel for you. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 9, 2014 22:40:54 GMT -5
OK you two.
I totally have great respect for both if you. You both know that. I've noticed big changes in both your 'lives' such as I can see.
Please allow me to be sales manager for a monent. If etsy is demanding too much, your prices are too low.
Higher prices, even if only a couple bux will slow sales. The key will be to balance output with price. Nothing sits too long, but you can keep up with demand.
Good on you for quitting tobacco. Smokers smell bad!! Tela, I knew what a muse was. I was hoping asking you to explain it would put you on a path back to art.
Best wishes and happy holidays.
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Post by aimeesrockworks on Dec 10, 2014 18:44:28 GMT -5
Bravo!! I am honestly and truly proud of your accomplishment. (And I think you've earned yourself some well-deserved "time off", even if we have to muddle through without your wonderful creations. I have faith you'll find the groove again.)
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Post by Roger on Dec 11, 2014 7:48:16 GMT -5
Congratulations Tela! I quit several years ago and have never felt better.
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Post by riverrock on Dec 12, 2014 19:21:28 GMT -5
I also stopped a few years ago. It only takes 3 days to get it out of your system. The rest is will power.
And with all the $$$ you now are going to save you can buy more slabs.
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Post by adrian65 on Dec 12, 2014 22:37:20 GMT -5
Congratulations, Tela! I wish your muse will come back to you soon, and without carrying a pack of cigarettes with her Adrian |
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Post by washingtonrocks on Dec 13, 2014 11:46:29 GMT -5
Tela, we must be living parallel lives in regards to kicking nicotine. I actually made the switch from cigarettes to e-cigs a couple of years ago thinking it was a healthier, less expensive alternative. That might have been the case temporarily, but more and more I have been realizing that I am every bit a slave to 'digital nicotine' as I was to the smellier version of the nasty habit and decided to stop 'vaping' as well. Cold turkey. Yuck...By far the hardest lifestyle change I've ever had to make. Just like you I've been almost incapacitated (sounds dramatic to you non-smokers, I know, but it isn't an exaggeration). It's like the simple joys you've always experienced somehow seem more hollow and not as easy to achieve. My friends and hobbies have fallen by the wayside in exchange for miserable nights on the couch. Don't even get me started on my performance at work. Compounding my issue was a death of a very dear friend of mine which made the whole process just that much more miserable... BUT I am gradually feeling better. Everyday gets a little better. Time ticks by slowly, but it *is* the ultimate healer. I just wish I had picked a better time to quit my terrible habit!  Best of luck to you, Tela. 2015 is a brand new year! -Chris |
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Post by ilickrocks on Dec 13, 2014 13:40:56 GMT -5
Whoohooo, good for you! That's something I know I should do as well, just don't have the true "want to" yet. It must be a huge lifestyle change, no wonder you feel like your muse has gone on vacation. Hang in there, one day soon you'll see a color or an angle that will spark an idea and you'll be off running again with your gorgeous wraps!
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Post by rockjunquie on Dec 13, 2014 16:18:18 GMT -5
Tela, we must be living parallel lives in regards to kicking nicotine. I actually made the switch from cigarettes to e-cigs a couple of years ago thinking it was a healthier, less expensive alternative. That might have been the case temporarily, but more and more I have been realizing that I am every bit a slave to 'digital nicotine' as I was to the smellier version of the nasty habit and decided to stop 'vaping' as well. Cold turkey. Yuck...By far the hardest lifestyle change I've ever had to make. Just like you I've been almost incapacitated (sounds dramatic to you non-smokers, I know, but it isn't an exaggeration). It's like the simple joys you've always experienced somehow seem more hollow and not as easy to achieve. My friends and hobbies have fallen by the wayside in exchange for miserable nights on the couch. Don't even get me started on my performance at work. Compounding my issue was a death of a very dear friend of mine which made the whole process just that much more miserable... BUT I am gradually feeling better. Everyday gets a little better. Time ticks by slowly, but it *is* the ultimate healer. I just wish I had picked a better time to quit my terrible habit! Best of luck to you, Tela. 2015 is a brand new year! -Chris Hey Chris, I am both sorry for you that you "get it", but glad that you understand (and glad you quit). I don't know if it is this way with everyone- I doubt it- but it is incapacitating. It's true, most days, I just pretty much sit with no desire to do anything. It is getting better for sure- but slowly. I am over the smoking, but not over designing a new life style. Sorry to hear about your friend. I'm sure your mourning has a part in this, too. |
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Post by unclestu on Dec 13, 2014 20:10:56 GMT -5
Hi Tela I am so happy for you that you quit smoking. I to was a smoker and i have not had a cigarette in over 2 years. I did it by switching to an e cig. I gradually lowered the nicotine in the e-liquid from 18mg to eventually zero. I now am nicotine free and I was able to satisfy the physical aspect of the habit when trigered by things like being on the computer, or after a meal or while having a cup of coffee. Now It is just flavored vaper.
As for your muse, it is not gone! It is just waiting to be inspired. Reward your self for your accomplishment. Get yourseld some really high grade Charoit or Pietersite and the fire will erupt and your creativity will flow.
Stu
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