The issue with me is that i go to gym every morning. And before i go there i feel like having my first cigarette of the day and then one after the gym one after lunch one in the evening one after dinner and its never ending.

Somebody get me out of this trap forever.

PS: Have read Easy Way twice.

I know the problem but just dont have enough self control to overcome it.

While I’m reading I feel so prepared, so positive, and so excited to quit. I understand and agree with everything the book is saying.

But it seems like as soon as I put the book down, I go back to negative thoughts and fear and the “Big Monster” overall.

I’m 65% through the book so still hoping there’s time left for it to “click” in my mind.

Anyone else have this struggle?

Wondering if anyone has any idea about the difference between the old and new edition? I quit smoking 10 years ago using the older version and it was so easy to quit.

I’m now trying to get my mother to read the book (and hopefully quit) but the new edition looks so different it’s like a completely different experience. Not sure if the new one is better or if I should stick to the old one since it worked for me.

Would love anyone’s thoughts on this 🙏🏽

I used easyway to quit smoking four years ago successfully, but during a suicidal period in August picked vaping up and am now quitting that with the vaping book. I found the hypnotherapy CD from the older editions of the smoking book super helpful as a reinforcement tool, was there ever one for vaping or had the inclusion of those been discontinued by the time it was released?

The reduction of the hypnotherapy presence as part of the method seems to coincide with the appointment of the current CEO so I'm guessing it was too late, but if it does exist would love to know.

Absolute gold , third time iv read this book annnnd something pops up every time , this guy should be required reading in school

Hey peps I stopped drinking after reading easyway about a month ago I seem to have lost my sex drive does any know if this is common?

I just wanted to say this for anyone who’s feeling unsure or like the method isn’t working. I felt that way too! But over time and with lots of practice, I truly am a happy, non vaper now

I listened to the audio book the best 7.99 ever I’ve not drank for three weeks and don’t even feel like drinking I’ve lived my life as normal Still going to pubs and clubs etc etc it really is an amazing thing thank you Allen

This was very true for me. I stopped eating white bread/rice/pasta. It drove my family bananas. Plus, a lot of the modern fruit has been GMOd to be basically be a white carb. I figured that I could stop driving them crazy by just going back to eating white stuff and just add some more veggies to my diet. This was a good idea on paper but it's a slippery slope and before long I was back to just eating white carbs and not many veggies. So now I'm kind of back to the drawing board. I've been thinking about reading the emotional eating one because I think that may get more to the root of my unhealthy eating. Also considering just exercising a shit-ton and eating whatever I want. Maybe that's the compromise.

I'm skeptical of the good sugar bad sugar hypothesis though. I know it sounds silly but I think a decent metric for health is the quality of your shits. When I was outside of the US, my shits were gorgeous, even though I was eating white bread. And even when I go completely whole wheat in the US, I often don't have good shits. The other problem is a lot of the whole wheat is pseudo whole wheat. One heuristic I started to use was a 10:1 carb to fiber ratio, which is what modern fruit is. But I think you may need even more fiber than that. I don't know anyone have thoughts on this?

Posted originally as a comment but figured I'd make a post as well

We need this everywhere

I really only have 3 friends that I do things with, and they’re all “set in their ways, don’t want to hear it” smokers (and then some). One gal has recently met a new guy and they are having tremendous fun together. I am very happy for her! She wants me to meet his brother. From what I’ve gathered about the guy, I don’t think there’s any romantic potential there, particularly since they’re all smokers! They want us all to get together for a cookout at their place this week. I’m not yet to the point where I can be in social situations with smokers and not smoke. I’ve been with these friends twice since I “quit”, and both times I’ve smoked and had fun. But one reason I quit is because it enflames my throat and sinuses, and affects me for days. I love my (stubborn ass) friends, and don’t really have any others, and I want to meet these new guys! Because, it sounds fun, and I want to have a good time and not be such a square, but… Sigh. I know what the book says. Sometimes it can work like magic, but often not…

Hello all! I’m currently reading Allen Carr’s ‘Good Sugar, Bad Sugar’ and I am unsure of whether or not agave syrup counts as ‘bad sugar’ as although it is very sweet and sugary, it’s all naturally occurring, like in honey. Pls help!

Maybe something that helps keep the eyes on he prize? I know they're out there. Just want a couple reviews I guess.

I’m 24 hours nicotine free since finishing “The Easy Way to Quit Vaping.” I’m finding it somewhat hard to ignore the “little monster,” (I.e. nicotine craving) or at least to put it into perspective. Did anybody else have this experience when they quit using this method? If so, do you have any advice?

Well, I made is farther this time. On day 133. Caved last time at day 75. Still feeling committed and viciously angry at Big Tobacco. So here's to my upcoming 6 month mark!! Happy happy non smoker!!

Those of you who have used the Allen Carr method/books/audiobooks, successfully or not, do you think it’d be okay/safe to listen to the audiobook version while sleeping?

I really like the concept and the way he reframes things. However, I got the original audiobook, and the outdated references and silly blanket statements are distracting. "Smokers think the next cigarette will solve all their problems.", "Smokers are unable to enjoy a meal/ family event/ whatever because all they can think about is their next cigarette." "Nonsmokers lives are wonderful, and yours will be again once you ditch the smokes!" I'm paraphrasing of course, but there are so many others that just make me want to roll my eyes! (This just never did fly with GenX.) Still, I can forgive him that, because I do think this is going to help me, but I'm looking to toss this one back and get a more modern edition.

The problem is, there are so many different ones! The one for women specifically? The illustrated? Stop smoking? Quit smoking? I need audio, but a lot of times I can't find the publication date, or it's just the reprint date. Very confusing! So... what do you people know? I know everyone has their preferences, but I'm specifically looking for the latest, most modern editions. Thanks for your input!

Edit: After hours of searching and reading reviews, I found one on Apple Books that says on the cover "updated for the 2020s!" (read by John Chancer). So I think that's what I'm looking for. I got the original version from them too, and asked for a refund. Hopefully they'll give it, since I'm not in a position atm to be throwing away 20 semolians. Also I thought maybe I should delete this post, but not sure... could be useful for others.

In the intro it says i stopped smoking on this date in 1983 & announced I'd found this easy, enjoyable way to quit.

I feel like the public announcement & sale of a method is more of a motivation to abstain than the method itself.

I think we all know that nicotine is poison. I bought the book for my partner and there was nothing in it that we dont already know. I bought tbe alcohol one for a friend who is kind of on the cusp of dependency

It feels a bit condescending. Im not getting how its supposed to work

Guys, has anyone had the experience with reading Allen Carr’s quit drinking book AFTER you’ve quit smoking using his method? I’ve kicked the nicotine habit the “easy way” (cannot recommend Mr. Carr’s book enough! Miracle!) and now tempted to go even further with cutting out the alcohol. I’m not a heavy drinker (though I used to be a heavy smoker), but I thought why not give the book a chance. Is it 100% the same logic as the non-smoking book? Has anyone quit smoking but NOT given up drinking after reading both books? Should I even connect smoking and drinking in my mind like that, trying to get rid of both pretty much simultaneously? Any thoughts/shared experiences are highly appreciated, and I’m not smoking with you today or ever!

Hi guys! I'm 25F and I've been smoking weed on and off for 6 years. It's an addiction I always go back to when I get the opportunity and I finally wanna quit. It's giving me awful under eye bags and it's really affecting my self confidence. I've decided to do microneedling and LED therapy to help. But smoking severely limits the effectiveness of these treatments. So I'm trying to go cold turkey. First time microneedling tomorrow. I downloaded the audiobook easy way to quit cannabis today. I've listened to quite a bit of it but I've still smoked. Should I start the book again tomorrow? Any advice would be welcome (:

Hey guys. To anyone reading this, I wish you well:) As you see in the title.. i am desperately trying to stop smoking weed. It definitely ain’t easy using the willpower method! My last hope is Alan Carr. The only problem.. it’s very hard to get the Alan Carr Easyway here in South Africa. Does anyone possibly have a free pdf? It would help me greatly. I used Alan Carrs easyway method for my nicotine addiction and I have been free for 3 years. I pray this can help me quit cannabis. Thanks in advance.

Hello, i have been told i need to eat white rice and white pasta after the gym to maximize muscle growth. But of course who told me that has'nt read "Good sugar Bad sugar" Is it true that is the best choice or it is only necessary if you have little monster?

Can i get same results whitout it? thanks

This is my 2nd attempt. I listened to Easy Way and lasted 75 days. Smoked like 6 months. Then the price went up substantially. Honestly made me feel physically sick as I knew I couldn't afford it. I was going into debt for a poison addiction. Made me feel ill. So I listened to the Easy Way Bootcamp and quit on a Friday. 28 days today. I'm so very grateful. I've quit for 11 years in the past so I know I can so this. Easy Way definitely has helped me in weak moments. I'm committed to be a happy non smoker. One month, week, day, hour at a time for the rest of my life hopefully.

I’ve been doing so well and re reading the book everyday, it’s been about 5 days. I’ve felt resilient these last few days, but for some reason I caved this morning.

Not out of stress, or sadness or any of the excuses we tend to make. I hit a vape for the pure reason to feel the buzz. And I know what the book says, this buzz isn’t real and it’s just my body recoiling at the drug. But I will never be able to say I don’t like that feeling. Sure, after a few moments it’s over and I’m feeling lousy and sick. But I crave that lightheaded feeling. I haven’t been able to find much insight in the book about this other than the fact that if I start vaping again, I’ll build a tolerance and won’t feel that buzz. This is the only aspect of the big monster I have yet to conquer. I fully understand that it won’t help with stress, concentration, boredom etc. and for those reasons I don’t want to vape. But I long to feel that feeling. I know it’s illogical, please give me some advice!

A Good Reason to Talk About Nicotine 8 years later.

I haven't had a cigarette in 8 years and I have two people to thank for that. Allen Carr, and my wife who picked up the book from the library and pestered me to read it. (and me for reading it)

All these year later, I had a moment with a client during a meeting. We got off topic and started talking openly about our addictions. By the time we finished our time together, I saw that I had shifted something in her.

She started seeing her addiction to alcohol in a whole new light and I could see that she could imagine a good life without her little crutch. I could see that I helped her feel better and it made me feel amazing to help someone without any judgement or coercion.

Because I know Allen Carr's method so well, I was able to use those same basic principals to help nudge this person in the right direction. ( Or so I hope).

Anyway, she was incredibly thankful and teary eyed, as was I. Since then, I have been very inspired to re-visit this whole nicotine topic and to try to help others escape the trap of substance addiction.

Allen Carr was right and I truly believe it when he said that, anyone who fails to stop smoking using his method either doesn't understand it, or doesn't follow all of the instructions. But it's clear to me that something is still missing, as he hasn't cured the world of smoking as he intended.

Addiction is a complex issue and we are complex beings.

That being said, I have come to the point in my life where I feel like I have enough experience to give back. I want to try to help others escape the trap. I want to parse out this problem of addiction and find out how to heal people of its affliction.

I would like to start doing interviews with smokers and ex-smokers. To talk about their time inside and out of the trap. What does everyone think about that? Would you be willing to go on YouTube and talk about your addiction to Nicotine?

My goal with the channel would be to give aspiring "quitters" a voice of confidence. It would be a place where authentic experiences could be heard and used by people scared to put out that last smoke. It could also be a place where we share stories about how awful our addiction was and how happy we are to be free from it.

Any kind of feedback about this idea is appreciated.

-Thomas W.

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I had a work meeting, where everyone went out for a few beers after. I really didn't want to drink, having been free from the addiction for close to 2 months now. Instead, I had a non-alcoholic (0%) bottle of beer. Im just so confused as to whether NA beers count as feeding the little monster, as I really do not want to start on the lifetime chain of alcohol addiction again, nor do I want to have to reset the process of starving the little monster again.

Cheers in advance for the insight guys!

I'll be 2 years smoke free on June 6th and I'm experiencing a horrible temptation lately, it's been like 2 months or so.

I quit point blank after reading the book and in the last months I've had what Carr would call the "social smoker" cigarettes. I've found myself longing for the next one for weeks and I'm freaking out cause right now I'm almost going to the store to get cigs.

Has anyone experience this almost 2 years itch?? Please?? 😖

Hi, I just purchased an audio book by Allen Carr for vaping (plus all other types of nicotine). I'm going to finish it of course because I do a lot of nicotine pouches because I used to vape a lot. Now I just do a lot of punches (zyn). I constantly have one in my mouth all day.

The reason for my post is that I want to quit nicotine of course but my main addiction is kratom. I've weaned down as far as I've ever been but sometimes I go right back up. I really want to quit kratom.

Will the nicotine book work for kratom as well(By using the easy way method but modify it)? Can anyone point me in the direction of you were in my shoes.

Thanks, everyone ❤️🙏

Hi Fellow Easyway fans! I just wrote a piece discussing the incredible power of the easy way, drawing connections between it and stoicism, and generalizing easy way principles to life. I believe it is profound, which is why I'm sharing it here. Would love to hear you all's thoughts.

https://medium.com/@wnielsen/anti-stoicism-how-to-ensure-a-life-of-misery-poverty-and-fragility-b32cbacbf4ff

Thank you!

Willem