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Re:Ask HN: Books you read in 2018? on Sunday December 16, 2018 @11:51PM (#18696961)
Llosa is one of my favourite authors and the feast of the goat is amazing. I recommend his Conversation in the Cathedral. And don't miss out on Carlos Fuentes if you're into that region and literature.
Re:Ask HN: Ex-smokers, how did you quit? on Wednesday October 31, 2018 @08:17PM (#18350395)
Good for you, yeah I have also been successful with cold turkey. I think I'm not much addicted to the nicotine part compared to habit and stress. For example, I go on vacation and don't smoke for 2-3 weeks, with no problem.
Re:Ask HN: Ex-smokers, how did you quit? on Wednesday October 31, 2018 @08:15PM (#18350387)
The thing that kept me from vape is that I'm not sure if it's not worse than smoking although the chances are pretty low. Also I'm hoping that I can leave it completely behind as opposed to replacing.
Re:Ask HN: Ex-smokers, how did you quit? on Wednesday October 31, 2018 @08:13PM (#18350379)
Thanks. I did try the book a few years ago, but I remember after the first couple of chapters I got bored and gave up. Seemed like there was no actionable advice, but maybe I should give it another shot. I have heard from a few other people that the book helped them quit for good.

Ask HN: Ex-smokers, how did you quit?

I've been a smoker on and off for a long time. I have managed to quit a few times and stay out for as long as 2 years but I start again mostly due to stress and habit. Those of you who quit successfully, what worked for you?

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