Been almost 2 yrs smoke-free now. When I was hospitalized, I couldn't smoke, then when I got out I decided it was a good time to stay quit (I'd tried to before several times). So I called the quit line and they sent more patches - two months worth free of cost. I also found an online support group (smokefreewomen.gov) and that helped too.

I miss it at times. Ok a lot of times. But I also know how much it would hurt to start up and the ashtray smell usually keeps me away. Not the smell of a lit cig, I actually liked that for awhile and would go out with others on their smoke breaks to get my "second hand" That also helped a little cause of the social aspect.

And finally - all things oral fixation: gum, suckers, toothpicks, pens, sunflower seeds... Anything to keep your mouth busy. Ice chips.. Candy...

Be prepared to gain weight (this was a huge deterrent for me ever quitting and I still haven't lost *all* of it that I gained, but then again, I don't really exercise. Cigs were a way to stay thinner even without exercising for some reason and I really miss that too. But not enought to go back).

I agree with Side2Side, about the e-cig. I would have done that if they weren't so expensive. I support you in whatever you choose to do. The mood thing- most people are more understanding if they are smokers, or have been smokers, if you explain to them that you are quitting. Probably more understanding of that then say, bipolar or depressive moods. Good luck!