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Celebrating YOU: This week’s spotlights [November 27, 2024]

by Nasia Davos

Happy “Spotlight Day”! I’m excited to share with you this week’s most inspiring success stories and tips from the CBQ community!

Inspiring Benefits

This week, CBQ Program member Paddy Monaghan from Scotland, United Kingdom, shared with our program members group that he’s 10 months smoke-free! After many failed attempts and struggles to quit, Paddy decided to join the CBQ Program. The 9th day of the program was his most important day – that’s when he knew he’d never smoke again. On the 10th day, he smoked his last cigarette and found quitting smoking “very easy”.

Since breaking free, his and his family’s lives have transformed, plus he has saved £1,838 (over $2000)!

CBQ Program member Paddy Monaghan celebrates being 10 months smoke-free

Paddy’s Biggest Aha Moment:

Understanding the difference between mindpower and willpower.

Paddy Monaghan's biggest aha moment

Inspiring Milestone – Quit Vaping

Two days ago, CBQ Program member Stan Spadoni from Ontario, Canada celebrated 1 year vape-free! This is Stan’s story as he shared it on the CBQ Success Page:

“After 20+years of first smoking and then vaping, I had my ‘good bye’ vape on day 10 [November 25, 2023]. I had attempted to quit numerous times, but could not make it more than a couple weeks. Nasia’s team through the CBQ method prepared me like I could have never dreamt of. I felt so different and so ready as I worked through the program, similar like training to run a marathon. I now feel very proud and very free. This was something I was not sure was possible. Surprisingly, I have not been thinking about smoking hardly at all. I have developed this craving buster with my 4-year old daughter…… In one of Nasia’s videos we discussed coming up with a Mantra or slogan or something along those lines…. So, when I have a craving I will tell my daughter and together we will say, “NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE!” and then we growl like a bear….:) It has been great to be able to chat with team members through this journey so far. Thanks for being here.”

This is Stan with his adorable daughter holding his CBQ Success Certificate:

Stan Spadoni holding his CBQ Success Certificate

Tip of the Week

This week’s tip was shared on our free support group, and comes from CBQ Program member Leah Himbeault, who has been smoke-free since August 29, 2024.

Leah said: “I never considered myself a hardcore smoker. Ha ha ha when I reached 10+ smokes a day I realized I was now hardcore”. And for finding the CBQ Program, she said, “I didn’t just come across CBQ by accident. It was meant to be. This program is so amazing and not only helped me become a happy non-Smoker but a happier human.”

Leah’s Tip: Commit!

“I committed to the program after the free webinar. Small price to pay for freedom! I am still so amazed at how well the whole program works. But…… you have to work the program people!! No short cuts, no miracles, no magic pill. Do the work and the magic happens!! Thank CBQ and Nasia Davos! Amazing amazing program!!”

CBQ Tip of the Week by Leah Himbeault

As always, I want to say a huge thank you to our amazing CBQ Program members who have given me permission to share their stories!

Filed Under: CBQ Spotlights

Celebrating YOU: This week’s spotlights [September 18, 2024]

by Nasia Davos

It’s CBQ’s “Spotlight Day”!

Get ready for this week’s most inspiring success stories and tips from the CBQ community.

Inspiring Milestone

This week, CBQ Program member Pauline Westfield from England, UK celebrated 5 years smoke-free! When she first joined the CBQ Program, Pauline was not at all excited to say goodbye to her cigarettes. She enjoyed smoking a lot, but after smoking for over 40 years up to 30 a day, she felt she had to quit – or at least try.

Despite being skeptical, Pauline did every exercise and every step outlined in the CBQ Program. By day 5 of the program, she felt excited to quit. By day 8, she couldn’t wait! She smoked her last cigarette on the 13th of September, 2019.

5 years later, Pauline is over 70 years old and feels like 20. Her inspiring journey started when she attended the free CBQ webinar 5 years ago.

CBQ Program member Pauline Westfield is 5 years smoke-free

I had the pleasure of interviewing Pauline as part of CBQ’s Ask An Ex series. You can watch Pauline sharing her story of how she quit smoking with the Cognitive Behavioral Quitting (CBQ) Program:

Inspiring Quit Smoking Benefits

This week, CBQ Program member Gary Richmond from Michigan, US, celebrated 3 years smoke-free. While interviewing Gary, he told me he smoked his first cigarette when he was just 13 years old. Then, he said, “I smoked for 33 years up to 2 packs a day”. He tried to quit on his own. but it didn’t stick. He even switched to vaping but ended up smoking and vaping.

After coming across the CBQ Method, Gary decided to join the members’ program and give it a try. To his surprise, by day 10 of the program he could not smoke more than 2 cigarettes. He quit, and 3 years later, he’s still a happy non-smoker… who has saved over $10000 from not smoking.

CBQ Program member Gary Richmond is 3 years smoke-free

You can watch Gary sharing his story on this Ask An Ex episode:

Tip of the Week

This week’s tip comes from CBQ Program member Carol Poste from Ontario, Canada, who has been smoke-free for 2 years, 4 months & 10 days. This week, Carol shared with our community her tips for success.

Believe you can succeed and take the time you need.

“I am so grateful for this program I never imagined I could stop smoking after 50 years!

It’s been 2 years and 4 months & 10 days

I did it in 3 weeks and have never looked back … follow the lessons and do the homework & really believe you can do it … if I can do it anyone can and life is so much better xoxo

Thank you Nasia Davos xoxox love you xoxo”

And as always, I want to say a huge thank you to our amazing CBQ Program members who have given me permission to share their stories!

Filed Under: CBQ Spotlights

Celebrating YOU: This week’s spotlights [June 12, 2024]

by Nasia Davos

Happy “Spotlight Day”! This Wednesday I’m thrilled to share with you some of the best tips and inspiring stories from the CBQ Community!

Inspiring Milestone

Today, CBQ Program member Irene Alldred from Ontario, Canada, is celebrating 4 years smoke-free. She broke a 52-year addiction on the 12th of June 2020.

4 years later, Irene is enjoying her life more than ever!

CBQ Program member Irene Alldred is still smoke-free 4 years later.

This is Irene with her CBQ Success Certificate:

Irene Alldred holding her CBQ Success Certificate

Inspiring Quit Smoking Benefits

Two days ago, CBQ Program member Rhonda Peppers from Arkansas, US, celebrated 2 years smoke-free! Rhonda was struggling to quit smoking for years, so when she came across the CBQ Program she decided to give it a try. The results surprised her! In Rhonda’s words: “I recommend the 12-day program. It’s pricey but paid for itself in 2 months of no cigarettes. I quit cigarettes on June 10th and feel very confident. It requires some real personal work but helps you make permanent changes in your thinking.”

2 years later, Rhonda is still a happy non-smoker and believes that investing in the program (and above all, investing in herself) was worth it.

This is what she recently shared:

CBQ Program member Rhonda Peppers saying the program was the best money she ever spent.

Rhonda’s tip for social situations: “Remember to focus on your thoughts and what you are telling yourself about the ritual and bonding with your husband. The cigarette is lying to you… it is NOT the cigarette that bonds. It’s the quality, focused time together.”

Inspiring Story

This week, CBQ Program member Becky Block From Australia, celebrated 2 years smoke-free! Becky was a light smoker of 12-13 cigarettes a day. Due to battling anxiety and depression, Becky worried if she’d be able to cope without cigarettes. But after joining the CBQ Program she realized why she could. In her own words:

“I have the “A and D” combo myself, Highly recommend CBQ program. My confidence built higher and higher all the way through, until I simply “couldn’t see myself smoking any more ciggies”. I literally couldn’t picture myself smoking. I just knew I was going to WIN, and SO WILL YOU….Tell the world that it needs to prepare itself for the new, more powerful version of you.

Sharing my replacement activities with the community: (1) “nadi shodhana pranayama” aka Alternate Nostril Breathing; or (2) do a Plank!”

This is Becky with her CBQ Success Certificate:

Becky Block holding her CBQ Success Certificate

As always, I want to say a big thank you to all our members who gave me permission to share their stories.

Filed Under: CBQ Spotlights

Celebrating YOU: This week’s spotlights [March 20, 2024]

by Nasia Davos

Happy “Spotlight Day”! Today, we’re shining the spotlight on this week’s most inspiring success stories and tips from the CBQ community.

This week’s spotlight is packed with inspiration. Let’s dive in!

Inspiring Milestone

This week, CBQ Program member Diane Felix from Vermont, US, celebrated 6 years smoke-free. Diane used to smoke cigarettes and cigarillos. As Diane told me herself during her Ask An Ex interview, almost all her life, smoking felt like a friend and a way to cope with anxiety and pain – physical and mental. Diane has always been a very strong and independent woman, and she hated depending on cigarettes for everything. She wanted to quit, but nothing worked until one day she found the CBQ Program and decided to join. She committed fully to the process, and the rest is history. She quit on March 15, 2018.

5 and a half years later, Diane had saved over US$21000 and regained her health.

6 years after her quit date, Diane has saved even more and is still over the moon with her success!

This is Diane with her CBQ Success Certificate

Inspiring Success

CBQ Program member Fiona Hims from Warwickshire, United Kingdom, celebrated 2 years smoke-free. In her own words “I quit smoking on 16 March 2022 and feel very proud of my achievement, having made numerous failed attempts to quit over many years!

Nasia’s cognitive behaviour approach made complete sense right from the start and changing my smoking pattern from as early as Day 4 did not fill me with panic but with curiosity and desire. For me, that was different to any other method.”

…”I want to thank Nasia for producing such great videos, always understanding my ‘demons’ and welcoming me to her on-line program with love and compassion. Nasia – you are a very special human being. Your visualization was particularly powerful.

I don’t like smoking or hate smoking…….I just choose not to smoke any more. I am happy with my decision to choose freedom and would encourage anyone who wants the benefits of being a non-smoker to start this journey. You will start feeling like the real, best, healthiest version of you within a very short time!”

This is Fiona with her CBQ Success Certificate

2 years later, Fiona has saved £10,065!! Incredible!

Tip of the Week

This week, CBQ Program member Brian Reiswig from Oklahoma, US, celebrated 6 months smoke-free after smoking for 52 years!

His spot-on tip was this: Trust the process – even if you have failed before.

Brian was afraid of failure and it took patience and steady steps to trust the process, but it was all worth it. He succeeded and has no desire to smoke. Trusting the process you choose to follow is important, and this becomes a stepping stone to ultimately trusting the most important person: yourself.

“I understand the fear of failure. I tried everything and nothing worked. But this program made sense to me even before I attended the webinar. I knew I had to purchase the program. If I could have quit on my own, I would have done it years ago. I was scared. But I forged ahead. I watched all the videos, most of them multiple times. I did all the exercises and I slowly began to trust the process. It has worked for me. I smoked for 52 years. I have been completely nicotine free for 3 months and I have no desire to go back. You can do this. Do the work and trust the process. You will come out the other side a happy nonsmoker.”

This is Brian with his CBQ Success Certificate

Inspiring Milestone – Quit Vaping

Yesterday, CBQ Program member Caleb Thompson from Virginia, US, celebrated 1 year vape-free! Caleb was addicted to vaping and never thought he’d quit let alone find it easy! This is what he said: “I’m seriously so, so happy with your program. I never, ever thought I’d be able to quit vaping at all, much less quit so easily but I never even have come close to relapsing!” “This is easily the best-working product in my life and I couldn’t be happier.”

This is Caleb with his CBQ Success Certificate

1 year later, Caleb is still a happy non-vaper!

As always, a big thank you goes out to all of our amazing members who gave me permission to share their stories with you.

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How Mary Quit Smoking With The CBQ Program In 2020, How Her Life Changed & Her Advice for Smokers

by Nasia Davos

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:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRPLgL5_AAHwtnP9Qwu8tsw?sub_confirmation=1

Filed Under: Ask An Ex Tagged With: ask an ex, ask an ex episode, ask an ex interview, cbq method, cbq method success story, cbq program, cbq program member, cbq program success story

How Sheena Quit Smoking After 48 Years with The CBQ Program In 2021 & How Her Life Changed

by Nasia Davos

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

Filed Under: Ask An Ex Tagged With: ask an ex, ask an ex episode, ask an ex interview, cbq method, cbq method success story, cbq program, cbq program member, cbq program success story

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