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Community => Introductions => Topic started by: S.Wells on January 16, 2016, 05:55:00 AM
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Hello fellow quitters my name is Steve Wells. I am here because I am an addict. I am here to finally quit "not stop or slow down like I've done in the past" using Chewing tobacco, snuff, dip etc... death in a tin. The first time I used tobacco I was 5 maybe 6 years old. My Dad gave it to me of all people. A big chaw of Redman he said he thought it would make me sick. It didn't to bad maybe that would have stopped me before I started. I would chew with him when we went fishing maybe 10 chews a year I thought it made me tough or grown up. Fast forward 5 or 6 years I started chewing Skoal fine cut wintergreen at the age of 11 or 12 mostly on the school bus and when messing around outside with my friends. We all did it just what I thought we were supposed to do. Growing up in the country farming and playing in the woods. All of our Dads and older brothers chewed. I wish one of them would have beat me close to death then. Not even my Mom said anything. Fast forward another 23 or 24 years and here I am just a week ago I was dipping 2 cans a day. Now I have been quit for 6 days. I went through a lot of brands over the years Skoal to Hawken, to Cope, to Rooster, to Timberwolf, ENDED on Grizzly.
I have a thousand reasons to quit just like everyone else that is hopelessly addicted. But I'm quitting for myself because I love myself and I know what I'm worth and I am worth a hell of a lot more than a slow horrible Nicotine filled Cancerous death.
My group has been awesome so far. 6 days in, hasn't been easy haven't slept, been in a fog, had moments where I contained my rage, cold sweats, but I'm still quit and holding strong.
I am requesting digits from any 3rd shifters who could text in the middle of the night. A lot of guys I work with Dip and they don't make it easy knowing I quit. I'm pretty good at home but some late night support would be very much appreciated!
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Brother I quit with you today. Welcome to the nuthouse! 'Crazy'
I don't really have the ability to text late at night, but my digits are still yours if you want them.
Quit on!
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Thanks for sharing your story Steve. It's amazing how engrained into out lives tobacco became. Glad to see you posting roll and kicking ass. I work nights about half the time and would be honored to swap digits with you. Make sure to keep us updated on your progress.
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I have a thousand reasons to quit just like everyone else that is hopelessly addicted. But I'm quitting for myself because I love myself and I know what I'm worth and I am worth a hell of a lot more than a slow horrible Nicotine filled Cancerous death.
THIS^^^^ is the essence of quitting, in my opinion. It took me so long to truly understand it and live it. There is only ONE reason to quit and that is for yourself, and you do it because you love yourself, as you so eloquently stated. All of those "reasons" ...whomever or whatever they are, will benefit from you being quit. Your kids, family, friends...all benefit by you being quit, but it all starts with doing it for you.
Just wanted to call this out ...shocked me a bit to see someone one week in, nail it like this. Steve, I'm with you brother and happy to quit with you. Lets do this.
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I have a thousand reasons to quit just like everyone else that is hopelessly addicted. But I'm quitting for myself because I love myself and I know what I'm worth and I am worth a hell of a lot more than a slow horrible Nicotine filled Cancerous death.
THIS^^^^ is the essence of quitting, in my opinion. It took me so long to truly understand it and live it. There is only ONE reason to quit and that is for yourself, and you do it because you love yourself, as you so eloquently stated. All of those "reasons" ...whomever or whatever they are, will benefit from you being quit. Your kids, family, friends...all benefit by you being quit, but it all starts with doing it for you.
Just wanted to call this out ...shocked me a bit to see someone one week in, nail it like this. Steve, I'm with you brother and happy to quit with you. Lets do this.
Thanks brother, some very kind words. This has been a long time coming. Finally I have found the support group that not only do I need but also understands the struggle. I don't believe I'd have made it to day 8 without my brothers here!
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I have a thousand reasons to quit just like everyone else that is hopelessly addicted. But I'm quitting for myself because I love myself and I know what I'm worth and I am worth a hell of a lot more than a slow horrible Nicotine filled Cancerous death.
THIS^^^^ is the essence of quitting, in my opinion. It took me so long to truly understand it and live it. There is only ONE reason to quit and that is for yourself, and you do it because you love yourself, as you so eloquently stated. All of those "reasons" ...whomever or whatever they are, will benefit from you being quit. Your kids, family, friends...all benefit by you being quit, but it all starts with doing it for you.
Just wanted to call this out ...shocked me a bit to see someone one week in, nail it like this. Steve, I'm with you brother and happy to quit with you. Lets do this.
Thanks brother, some very kind words. This has been a long time coming. Finally I have found the support group that not only do I need but also understands the struggle. I don't believe I'd have made it to day 8 without my brothers here!
Nice job posting roll. Your commitment to your quit comes through your words. Good job. Keep up the good work.
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So glad I found this site. Been a dipper for 22 years. I'm on day #3 right now. I've tried to quit several times but always cheated and ended up going back to dipping. Heck I even hid it successfully without the better half catching me for almost a year.
Enough is enough I'm finally gonna do it this time!
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So glad I found this site. Been a dipper for 22 years. I'm on day #3 right now. I've tried to quit several times but always cheated and ended up going back to dipping. Heck I even hid it successfully without the better half catching me for almost a year.
Enough is enough I'm finally gonna do it this time!
Welcome to the best decision of your life. Just remember, this is not a habit, but an addiction. Focus on the day only and you can do this. I did after 32 years.
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So glad I found this site. Been a dipper for 22 years. I'm on day #3 right now. I've tried to quit several times but always cheated and ended up going back to dipping. Heck I even hid it successfully without the better half catching me for almost a year.
Enough is enough I'm finally gonna do it this time!
Welcome. Congrats on quitting.
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So glad I found this site. Been a dipper for 22 years. I'm on day #3 right now. I've tried to quit several times but always cheated and ended up going back to dipping. Heck I even hid it successfully without the better half catching me for almost a year.
Enough is enough I'm finally gonna do it this time!
Welcome quitter. You will quit if you want to be quit. The nicotine is almost out of your system now, pretty soon it will be just a head game. I dipped for 26 years and now I'm a few days ahead of you on the quit so, if you have questions, need advice, just PM or email me. Quit on!
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Wells, come on over to the April 16 Quit Group and join in the madness. Posting roll with us every day will help tremendously in ensuring your success.
We don't bite...hard. 'na na' 'Crazy'
Quit on brother!
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Welcome!
I am also on Day 3. We will make it through, one day at a time!
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So glad I found this site. Been a dipper for 22 years. I'm on day #3 right now. I've tried to quit several times but always cheated and ended up going back to dipping. Heck I even hid it successfully without the better half catching me for almost a year.
Enough is enough I'm finally gonna do it this time!
Welcome to the best decision of your life. Just remember, this is not a habit, but an addiction. Focus on the day only and you can do this. I did after 32 years.
What he said, it's an addiction that can never be cured............but it can be controlled if you are determined enough. Learn to post roll and get to quitting......
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So glad I found this site. Been a dipper for 22 years. I'm on day #3 right now. I've tried to quit several times but always cheated and ended up going back to dipping. Heck I even hid it successfully without the better half catching me for almost a year.
Enough is enough I'm finally gonna do it this time!
I'm with ya...dipper for 22 years mysefl. Come join us and quit with us today!
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Welcome, I also had a twenty year addiction. I'm only 13 days quit and I've not felt this good since I was a teenager. Good luck with your quit and feel free to pm me
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Today is day 1 and I am very glad to be in this site. I have been trying to quit for years. I thought it would be easy but I was obviously mistaken. I want to quit for me even though I know my wife will love it as well. I also want to be around to see my children. I'm tired of sitting next to my 15 year old and wondering if he sees me spitting or going to the movies and acting like some criminal as I sneak a dip to my mouth hoping he can't smell it. It's odd but I don't chew at all when my 18 year old daughter is around me. As far as the wife I have blocked out all she has said about me chewing and now I am ready to quit. So here I am gonna quit this dam addiction that has me spending my hard earned money everyday.
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Today is day 1 and I am very glad to be in this site. I have been trying to quit for years. I thought it would be easy but I was obviously mistaken. I want to quit for me even though I know my wife will love it as well. I also want to be around to see my children. I'm tired of sitting next to my 15 year old and wondering if he sees me spitting or going to the movies and acting like some criminal as I sneak a dip to my mouth hoping he can't smell it. It's odd but I don't chew at all when my 18 year old daughter is around me. As far as the wife I have blocked out all she has said about me chewing and now I am ready to quit. So here I am gonna quit this dam addiction that has me spending my hard earned money everyday.
Wes...if you commit to this it will be the single most important and gratifying decision of your life. First off, start a new introduction thread with your background so you have a place to chart and journal as well as other BAQ's can post support.
Next, get on over to the April 16 astrogliders and post your day 1 promise...but you must be nicotine free!! From your post I can't tell if you have dumped the shit or "thinking" about it. Well, lemme tell ya, DUMP IT. Period. We will be with you every step of the way.