The hardest thing I had to do was stopping smoking. I started smoking in the 7th grade because of peer pressure, as it seemed that most everyone around me lit up a cigarette. At the time, I thought it made me look cool and mature, but little did I know the toll it would take on my health. After many years of smoking, I realized that it would be best if I quit that nasty habit, not only for myself but for the people I loved who were worried about me. I must have quit 100 times before I finally became successful, each attempt filled with both hope and frustration. The cravings were relentless, my mind constantly battling against the urge for that quick hit of nicotine. This was the hardest thing that I ever did in my entire life, a true test of my determination and willpower. That nicotine addiction is very difficult to beat, and it often feels like it has a grip on your very being. However, looking back, I was finally successful at the age of 28. I can firmly say it was the best thing I did to prolong my life and regain control over my health and well-being. Each day without a cigarette feels like a small victory, a step towards a brighter, smoke-free future that I never thought I could achieve.

Daily writing prompt

What was the hardest personal goal you’ve set for yourself?

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