KillTheCan.org Accountability Forum
Community => Introductions => Topic started by: WebD on April 24, 2009, 10:26:00 AM
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Well, decided to take the plunge and register for the forums, as it seemed like a good idea to maybe have a support group as I try to kick this habit. Here's the low-down on me:
Started chewing Kodiak when I was 19-20 years old in college and am now 34. What started off as a once every few days (mostly after going to the bars) habit, pretty quickly turned into an everyday thing. For the first several years, I really didn't have any desire to quit chewing. I figured once I got married and had a family, it would be something that I would naturally stop doing. Fast forward 10+ years to me being married and having 3 kids and here I was, still dipping on a regular basis. In fact, I was doing it more now than I did back when I didn't have the family. So, I had to come to terms with the fact that I was indeed addicted to chewing, and quitting was/is going to be way more difficult than I would have ever imagined. I've known for the past several months that I was going to quit but up until now, I hadn't really given an honest effort...I'd maybe go a day or two without it, but I wasn't really committed. Anyway, I don't know that I had some epiphany or defining moment, but last week I made the conscious decision that I was going to be done with chew...no more riding the fence. Today marks 1 week for me that I have not had a chew - my official quit date is 4/17/2009.
Anyway, no need to ramble on any longer. I just wanted to hop on the forums and introduce myself, since I had been lurking for a few days. Feel free to ask me any questions if you have any.
Darin (WebD)
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Well, decided to take the plunge and register for the forums, as it seemed like a good idea to maybe have a support group as I try to kick this habit. Here's the low-down on me:
Started chewing Kodiak when I was 19-20 years old in college and am now 34. What started off as a once every few days (mostly after going to the bars) habit, pretty quickly turned into an everyday thing. For the first several years, I really didn't have any desire to quit chewing. I figured once I got married and had a family, it would be something that I would naturally stop doing. Fast forward 10+ years to me being married and having 3 kids and here I was, still dipping on a regular basis. In fact, I was doing it more now than I did back when I didn't have the family. So, I had to come to terms with the fact that I was indeed addicted to chewing, and quitting was/is going to be way more difficult than I would have ever imagined. I've known for the past several months that I was going to quit but up until now, I hadn't really given an honest effort...I'd maybe go a day or two without it, but I wasn't really committed. Anyway, I don't know that I had some epiphany or defining moment, but last week I made the conscious decision that I was going to be done with chew...no more riding the fence. Today marks 1 week for me that I have not had a chew - my official quit date is 4/17/2009.Â
Anyway, no need to ramble on any longer. I just wanted to hop on the forums and introduce myself, since I had been lurking for a few days. Feel free to ask me any questions if you have any.
Darin (WebD)
Welcome aboard, Darin.
Keep your shit wired tight your Quit strong, Brother.
Your family is one of the best reasons in the world to kick this habit.
And if you need anything at all, give a shout-out to any of us.
Best of luck to you and your family nice work so far.
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Welcome to the site WebD and congratulations on 7 days! No small accomplishment. Head over to the July 09 quit group and introduce yourself.
index.php?showtopic=2251 (http://forum.killthecan.org/index.php?showtopic=2251)
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Well, decided to take the plunge and register for the forums, as it seemed like a good idea to maybe have a support group as I try to kick this habit. Here's the low-down on me:
Started chewing Kodiak when I was 19-20 years old in college and am now 34. What started off as a once every few days (mostly after going to the bars) habit, pretty quickly turned into an everyday thing. For the first several years, I really didn't have any desire to quit chewing. I figured once I got married and had a family, it would be something that I would naturally stop doing. Fast forward 10+ years to me being married and having 3 kids and here I was, still dipping on a regular basis. In fact, I was doing it more now than I did back when I didn't have the family. So, I had to come to terms with the fact that I was indeed addicted to chewing, and quitting was/is going to be way more difficult than I would have ever imagined. I've known for the past several months that I was going to quit but up until now, I hadn't really given an honest effort...I'd maybe go a day or two without it, but I wasn't really committed. Anyway, I don't know that I had some epiphany or defining moment, but last week I made the conscious decision that I was going to be done with chew...no more riding the fence. Today marks 1 week for me that I have not had a chew - my official quit date is 4/17/2009.Â
Anyway, no need to ramble on any longer. I just wanted to hop on the forums and introduce myself, since I had been lurking for a few days. Feel free to ask me any questions if you have any.
Darin (WebD)
Darin, your quit date means you can join up with us in July.
You are in the right place. Look around, read, and make sure you posting roll everyday. It can get a little overwhelming at first, but the main gist is to keep you from dippin.
If you have questions, ask me, or anybody, we are glad to help.
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Glad to have you aboard Darin.
You found the right place to get it done IF you value your word and are ready to man up once and for all. Absolutely no reason you can't do it - we all did and are proof it can be done. You are lucky enough to be part of a kick ass July group. Get with those guys and keep each other accountable.
I will have my eyes on you - pm if you need anything.
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Well, decided to take the plunge and register for the forums, as it seemed like a good idea to maybe have a support group as I try to kick this habit. Here's the low-down on me:
Started chewing Kodiak when I was 19-20 years old in college and am now 34. What started off as a once every few days (mostly after going to the bars) habit, pretty quickly turned into an everyday thing. For the first several years, I really didn't have any desire to quit chewing. I figured once I got married and had a family, it would be something that I would naturally stop doing. Fast forward 10+ years to me being married and having 3 kids and here I was, still dipping on a regular basis. In fact, I was doing it more now than I did back when I didn't have the family. So, I had to come to terms with the fact that I was indeed addicted to chewing, and quitting was/is going to be way more difficult than I would have ever imagined. I've known for the past several months that I was going to quit but up until now, I hadn't really given an honest effort...I'd maybe go a day or two without it, but I wasn't really committed. Anyway, I don't know that I had some epiphany or defining moment, but last week I made the conscious decision that I was going to be done with chew...no more riding the fence. Today marks 1 week for me that I have not had a chew - my official quit date is 4/17/2009.
Anyway, no need to ramble on any longer. I just wanted to hop on the forums and introduce myself, since I had been lurking for a few days. Feel free to ask me any questions if you have any.
Darin (WebD)
Kick some ass. We are all in the same boat. We all have the same or similar stories. 22 year habit of cope for me. I am a dad of 2 girls and have a great wife. Been dipping all my life. 18 days for me now. Lets do this thing!
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Thanks for the welcome guys. Looking forward to being done with this nasty habit once and for all and I think this forum will provide some much needed support.
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I will have my eyes on you - pm if you need anything.
Welcome, Darin!! Don't worry about Rkymtnman....he claims he's not gay. 'crackup' 'crackup'