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Canadians? Only Ontarions? Thinking of quitting smoking??

15 years ago

As you may recall, the Cancer Society, various health units and some other socially concerned agencies have held campaigns in the past in this area where they encouraged folks to quit smoking for a month, and had a draw for a number of prizes, often including a car.

They're doing it again this year, signing people up now to quit during March, and one needs a buddy to ride herd over one to ensure that s/he really does it.

When I came out in a hurry this morning, headed for my blood test and the old guys' coffee hour at church ... I forgot the newspaper that told of the particulars.

This is just to give you a "heads up" and I or others can provide more particulars later.

I sure hope that a number of you who are smoking now choose to participate.

And for those of you in jurisdictions where such campaigns/contests aren't available ...

... wouldn't it be a good idea if some folks were to challenge your local agencies with a similar focus to set up a such a progam in your area?

In areas where healthcare is not primarily a public service, perhaps some of the privately managed agencies might offer support, as well: minimal support now - or heavy pay, later?

ole joyful

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Marcia Thornley
15 years ago
As I mentioned in another post, I am smoke free for 3 years and 5 days now! When I made the choice to become smoke free I made sure that my coworkers and close friends knew of my decision. They were much more tolerant of my stress levels and the mood swings that happened during the first few weeks.
Being able to moan and complain without anyone judging me, and having someone to talk to, made it so much easier. Without the support of those around me each day, it would have been much more difficult. So please, do yourself a favour and accept whatever help and support is offered to you. If you happen to snap at someone at work during a difficult moment, it will help immensely if they know what you are doing.
This will only last a short time and soon you will be FREE!
joyfulguy
Original Author
15 years ago
Congrats on your Quit, mush.

It does help if one publishes the news of one's quit, doesn't it?

That way, if one falls off of the wagon ...
... one has quite lot of egg on one's face (to mix a metaphor).

ole joyful
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joyfulguy
Original Author
15 years ago
Forgot to bring the newspaper with the details today - sorry.

ole joyfuelled
joyfulguy
Original Author
15 years ago
Well - here it is ... and a week later.

Check out the "Driven to Quit" Challenge!

If a resident of Ontario who joins quits smokiing during the month of March, there's a possibility of winning a 2011 Honda CR-Z Hybrid or Honda Insight Hybrid: winner's choice.

There are 2 - $5,000. vacations to be won provincially, plus seven regional prizes worth $2,000.

Assistance is available through Canadian Cancer Society Smokers' Helpline at 1 877 513-5333 and SmokersHelpline.ca.

Must be an Ontario resident over 19 years of age (but there may be connections in other parts of Canada).

23 prizes ranging from approx. $200. to $23,000. in value to be won, they report.

Prize winners must answer a skill-testing question (usually mathematical).

Visit DrivenToQuit.ca by Feb. 28 to register.

Please **note that deadline** - time is getting short.

Sorry that I haven't posted the full info earlier.

Good wishes to all of you local people who may choose to take up this challenge. Plus to any of you in other areas who may be choosing to quit about now.

ole joyful
joyfulguy
Original Author
15 years ago
Decide now!

Sign up now: maybe you could win a car (or other stuff)!

Deadline is midnight tonight!!

ole joyfuelled

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