When I was first told I had COPD
I denied it I just refused to have it and quit smoking. I did have it In 2007 I quit smoking too late lungs already messed up but still going then in 2013 I had pneumonia I thought it was an exacerbation and had to go on oxygen at night this past year I am on oxygen all the time. I wish I had never seen a cigarette.
My heart goes out to you,
. It's not productive to look back, but it sure is hard not to do it. My guess is you were young when you started and surrounded by people and ads that made it sound cool and harmless. Quitting isn't easy, as you know. Denial is far less mentally and physically exhausting. I hope you can find a way to look forward and make the best of the place in life where you are now. You'll find plenty of people here who are on oxygen 24/7 and still, somehow, manage to make the most of each day. It's good to have a community like this to reach out to when you are feeling down. Please know we are here for you on the good days and the not-so-good days. Gentle hugs. - Lori (Team Member)
