Ask An Ex

Welcome to episode #34 of Ask an Ex. In this interview, you’ll hear from a truly inspiring woman! Mary Schipper, from Iowa, US, quit smoking with the Cognitive Behavioral Quitting (CBQ) Program on November 29, 2020. Despite trying to quit smoking many times over the years, Mary could never get rid of the desire for cigarettes. The constant craving was always there in the background.
This time, Mary succeeded, has no desire for smoking, and every year, her life is getting better.

In this new Ask An Ex interview, Mary is openly sharing her life, her past quit attempts, and what was different this time… Plus many incredibly useful tips on how to prepare before your quit date and how to succeed even if your loved ones smoke around you.

Tune in to watch:

• How smoking affected Mary’s life in the most unexpected ways.
• The physical and mental health quit smoking benefits Mary experienced.
• The key to quitting smoking successfully.
• What happened in past quit attempts that led her back to smoking.
• How Mary knows this time is different.
• What you can do now to prepare before your quit date.
• Mary’s wisdom and advice for those struggling to stop smoking.

Enjoy!

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
01:05 – Meet the Inspiring Mary Schipper
03:29 – Quitting While Around Smokers
05:47 – Past Quit Attempts That Led Her Back to Smoking
08:49 – How Mary Knew This Quit Was Different
15:36 – Losing 60 Pounds After Quitting Smoking
17:30 – Importance of Support
19:37 – Why Mary Joined the CBQ Program
21:39 – Mary’s Biggest AHA Moment
23:23 – Mental Health Triumphs After Quitting
25:52 – Life Lessons from Quitting Smoking
27:25 – Making Time For Your Quit
31:14 – Preparation Strategies Before Her Quit Date
32:29 – Encouragement for Those Struggling to Quit Smoking
34:47 – How Smoking Affected Her Life
36:51 – Conclusion

About Ask An Ex

ASK AN EX is an interview series featuring inspiring ex-smokers who succeeded with the CBQ Method™

And they tell you everything – how they did it, what helped them, what challenged them, their fears, motivations and aspirations.

Because the best person to ask about quitting smoking, is an Ex who’s been exactly where you are right now. Every EX shares their unique perspective and wisdom on quitting smoking (because everyone has a unique mix of background, mindset, and experiences). 

And they do it for 1 reason: to help YOU become an EX too. 

Get started with the CBQ Method (Free): 
http://bit.ly/startcbq

Join the CBQ Method Facebook Support Community:
http://bit.ly/cbqmethodcommunity

SUBSCRIBE to this channel to get more videos like this to help you quit smoking:
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Welcome to episode #33 of Ask an Ex. In this interview, you’ll hear from a one-of-a-kind person! The inspiring Sheena O’Bright from Ontario, Canada quit smoking after 48 years with the Cognitive Behavioral Quitting (CBQ) Program. After multiple failed attempts with hypnosis, Champix, patches, nicotine spray, etc., she successfully quit without relying on willpower!

During this conversation, Sheena is openly and generously sharing her life, her upbringing, overcoming trauma, being a solid rock for her beloved family, and the role smoking and quitting smoking played in her life.

Tune in to watch:

• The physical and mental quit smoking benefits Sheena experienced.
• How smoking became a friend throughout life’s challenges.
• How she quit smoking without willpower, and what using mindpower means.
• Regrets around smoking.
• The key to quitting smoking successfully.
• What happened in past quit attempts that were temporary and even dangerous!
• How Sheena sets an example for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren!
• Her favorite lessons from the CBQ Program.
• Sheena’s wisdom and advice for those struggling to stop smoking.

Book mentioned during the interview: “What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing” by Bruce D. Perry and Oprah Winfrey

This episode is one you can’t miss.

Enjoy!

Chapters
00:00 – Intro
00:33 – Meet Sheena: Breaking Free From A 48-Year Addiction
03:51 – Favorite Lessons from the CBQ Program
08:16 – How Quitting Smoking Dramatically Changed Her Life
11:18 – Past Quit Smoking Attempts
13:13 – Driving & Smoking
14:09 – Using Mindpower Over Willpower
16:30 – Regrets Around Smoking
19:27 – Physical and Mental Quit Smoking Benefits
20:58 – Being an Inspiration to Her Family
22:11 – The Key to Quitting Smoking
25:13 – Advice for Those Struggling to Stop Smoking
26:56 – Saying Goodbye to Cigarettes
29:17 – Conclusion

About Ask An Ex

ASK AN EX is an interview series featuring inspiring ex-smokers who succeeded with the CBQ Method™

And they tell you everything – how they did it, what helped them, what challenged them, their fears, motivations and aspirations.

Because the best person to ask about quitting smoking, is an Ex who’s been exactly where you are right now. Every EX shares their unique perspective and wisdom on quitting smoking (because everyone has a unique mix of background, mindset, and experiences). 

And they do it for 1 reason: to help YOU become an EX too. 

Get started with the CBQ Method (Free): 
http://bit.ly/startcbq

Join the CBQ Method Facebook Support Community:
http://bit.ly/cbqmethodcommunity

SUBSCRIBE to this channel to get more videos like this to help you quit smoking:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRPLgL5_AAHwtnP9Qwu8tsw?sub_confirmation=1

Welcome to episode #32 of Ask an Ex. In this interview, you’ll hear from someone incredible: Ginger Wentz from Mississippi, US, a Navy veteran, lawyer, landscaper, mom, grandma, superwoman!

Ginger has been a non-smoker since the 6th of August 2021 after joining the Cognitive Behavioral Quitting (CBQ) Program. Her journey to becoming a happy non-smoker is quite unique. She learned a lot of valuable lessons from past quit attempts, and she’s generously sharing them all during this interview.

Tune in to watch:

• How Ginger became a smoker.
• How a 10-year quit ended in a relapse and the powerful comeback that followed.
• The motivations that fueled her final quit.
• Life lessons learned from quitting smoking.
• Her unique approach to the CBQ Program.
• The joys and freedoms of a non-smoker’s life.

Enjoy!

Chapters
00:00 – Intro
00:27 – Meet Ginger: Becoming A Smoker While in the Navy
03:31 – Past Quit Attempts that Ended In Relapse
07:59 – Why Ginger Joined the CBQ Program
08:45 – Ginger’s Unique Approach to the CBQ Program
11:02 – Favorite Craving Management Exercises
12:59 – Quitting with the CBQ Method vs Past Quit Attempts
16:43 – Living Her Best Life as a Non-Smoker
20:52 – How the Quit Smoking Process Changed Her Life
22:15 – What Ginger Learned From Quitting Smoking
24:40 – Weight Management After Quitting
26:47 – Ginger’s Go-To Coping Mechanism
28:09 – Advice for Those Doubting Their Success After A Relapse
32:57 – Conclusion

About Ask An Ex

ASK AN EX is an interview series featuring inspiring ex-smokers who succeeded with the CBQ Method™

And they tell you everything – how they did it, what helped them, what challenged them, their fears, motivations and aspirations.

Because the best person to ask about quitting smoking, is an Ex who’s been exactly where you are right now. Every EX shares their unique perspective and wisdom on quitting smoking (because everyone has a unique mix of background, mindset, and experiences). 

And they do it for 1 reason: to help YOU become an EX too. 

Get started with the CBQ Method (Free): 
http://bit.ly/startcbq

Join the CBQ Method Facebook Support Community:
http://bit.ly/cbqmethodcommunity

SUBSCRIBE to this channel to get more videos like this to help you quit smoking:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRPLgL5_AAHwtnP9Qwu8tsw?sub_confirmation=1

Welcome to episode #31 of Ask an Ex. In this interview, Andy Huff from Georgia, US, is sharing his story of how he quit smoking after 35 years with the Cognitive Behavioral Quitting (CBQ) Program, even though he never imagined he’d quit!

After many quit attempts with nicotine lozenges, vaping, and Wellbutrin, Andy became a non-smoker on Father’s Day, June 20, 2021. (A very important date to him!)

Tune in to watch:

• All the ways quitting smoking improved Andy’s life.
• The difference between willpower and mindpower when it comes to quitting smoking
• Why his past attempts never worked and what was different this time.
• How he managed cravings.
• How his health improved after quitting smoking despite being diagnosed with early onset COPD.
• The importance of having a good support system.
• Andy’s advice for those struggling to stop smoking.

Enjoy!

Chapters
00:00 – Intro
00:31 – Meet Andy: The History of His 35-Year Smoking Addiction
03:29 – Andy’s Journey to Quitting Smoking with the CBQ Program
04:37 – Past Attempts to Quit Smoking
05:48 – Strategies for Managing Cravings
06:43 – Mindpower vs. Willpower in Quitting Smoking
08:53 – COPD Diagnosis and Life Changes After Quitting
14:00 – Impact of Having a Supportive Network
15:14 – Andy’s Takeaway from Quitting Smoking
17:12 – Advice for Those Hesitant to Quit Smoking
19:20 – Conclusion

About Ask An Ex

ASK AN EX is an interview series featuring inspiring ex-smokers who succeeded with the CBQ Method™

And they tell you everything – how they did it, what helped them, what challenged them, their fears, motivations and aspirations.

Because the best person to ask about quitting smoking, is an Ex who’s been exactly where you are right now. Every EX shares their unique perspective and wisdom on quitting smoking (because everyone has a unique mix of background, mindset, and experiences). 

And they do it for 1 reason: to help YOU become an EX too. 

Get started with the CBQ Method (Free): 
http://bit.ly/startcbq

Join the CBQ Method Facebook Support Community:
http://bit.ly/cbqmethodcommunity

SUBSCRIBE to this channel to get more videos like this to help you quit smoking:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRPLgL5_AAHwtnP9Qwu8tsw?sub_confirmation=1

Welcome to episode #30 of Ask an Ex. In this interview, you’ll hear from an amazing person with an incredible mindset! Gary Richmond from Michigan, US, used to smoke up to 2 packs a day for 33 years. After many failed attempts, he succeeded with the Cognitive Behavioral Quitting (CBQ) Program.

Gary broke his 33-year-old addiction on September 16, 2021, and has never looked back!

Tune in to watch him share his story!

Chapters
00:00 – Intro
00:26 – How Gary Started Smoking
02:27 – Past Quit Smoking Attempts
04:32 – Favorite CBQ Program Tips
05:38 – The Realization That Made Gary Quit
08:06 – How Gary Conquered His Greatest Obstacle to Quitting Smoking
11:26 – Importance of a Support System
13:01 – Gary’s Life as a Non-Smoker
15:02 – What He Learned From Quitting Smoking
16:17 – Gary’s Advice for Those Struggling to Quit Smoking
18:02 – Conclusion

Enjoy!

About Ask An Ex

ASK AN EX is an interview series featuring inspiring ex-smokers who succeeded with the CBQ Method™

And they tell you everything – how they did it, what helped them, what challenged them, their fears, motivations and aspirations.

Because the best person to ask about quitting smoking, is an Ex who’s been exactly where you are right now. Every EX shares their unique perspective and wisdom on quitting smoking (because everyone has a unique mix of background, mindset, and experiences). 

And they do it for 1 reason: to help YOU become an EX too. 

Get started with the CBQ Method (Free): 
http://bit.ly/startcbq

Join the CBQ Method Facebook Support Community:
http://bit.ly/cbqmethodcommunity

SUBSCRIBE to this channel to get more videos like this to help you quit smoking:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRPLgL5_AAHwtnP9Qwu8tsw?sub_confirmation=1