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Community => Introductions => Topic started by: ChadPA on August 18, 2015, 09:53:00 AM
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Hello, I have been wanting to quit for several months if not several years and I finally got the balls to go all in.
I have been dipping for about ten years. I started dipping every off and on while I was a smoker for 2 years but gave smoking up pretty easy (didn't like feeling like I could not breathe). After smoking I would buy a can every once and awhile. After I gave up smoking, I would have a can around and then go a few days with nothing and so on. But as I got older having a can around would start being a constant. I had a job at a secure facility so I would only dip on the way to and from work. But as the years went on the addiction hooked me and started to get worse.
About 5 years ago, I was hired at my current job. At this job I was given the freedom to make my own schedule and sort of do whatever I want. Because of this I just started dipping a lot and even all day. Drive around with a pack of dip almost at all times. On days off I would get up and start craving it as I woke up.
But today that will all change. I have made some attempts to quit in the past but nothing sticks after a month for me. I think I NEED the accountability and group mentality to help me get through this.
Yesterday at approximately 1:45 pm I took my dip out and threw it out. I threw out any paraphernalia of dip that was in the car (i.e. old cans and empty bottles). I went home and did the same thing at my house. I started getting real bad cravings after I ate dinner.
I went out to a store that doesn't sell dip (cant trust myself yet) and bought some seeds and a three pack of gum.
I want to quit, I need to quit for my health. And I wanted to say hi, because I want to make it through each day knowing that I can get up the next morning and go to roll call.
Today is the first day of the rest of my life.
- ChadPA
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Hello, I have been wanting to quit for several months if not several years and I finally got the balls to go all in.
I have been dipping for about ten years. I started dipping every off and on while I was a smoker for 2 years but gave smoking up pretty easy (didn't like feeling like I could not breathe). After smoking I would buy a can every once and awhile. After I gave up smoking, I would have a can around and then go a few days with nothing and so on. But as I got older having a can around would start being a constant. I had a job at a secure facility so I would only dip on the way to and from work. But as the years went on the addiction hooked me and started to get worse.
About 5 years ago, I was hired at my current job. At this job I was given the freedom to make my own schedule and sort of do whatever I want. Because of this I just started dipping a lot and even all day. Drive around with a pack of dip almost at all times. On days off I would get up and start craving it as I woke up.
But today that will all change. I have made some attempts to quit in the past but nothing sticks after a month for me. I think I NEED the accountability and group mentality to help me get through this.
Yesterday at approximately 1:45 pm I took my dip out and threw it out. I threw out any paraphernalia of dip that was in the car (i.e. old cans and empty bottles). I went home and did the same thing at my house. I started getting real bad cravings after I ate dinner.
I went out to a store that doesn't sell dip (cant trust myself yet) and bought some seeds and a three pack of gum.
I want to quit, I need to quit for my health. And I wanted to say hi, because I want to make it through each day knowing that I can get up the next morning and go to roll call.
Today is the first day of the rest of my life.
- ChadPA
Nice intro Chad and welcome. I saw you already posted roll which means you have given all of us and yourself your word that you will not use nicotine in any format today. Keep that promise and you've successfully completed your first cycle. On that note, if you haven't had any dip since yesterday, today is day 2 for you. The day you flushed it all and took out your last dip is your day 1.
This won't always be easy, but get to know the guys in your group. Build your accountability. If you use this site as intended, it is likely to save your life. Again welcome and proud to quit with you today Chad.
King
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Hello, I have been wanting to quit for several months if not several years and I finally got the balls to go all in.
I have been dipping for about ten years. I started dipping every off and on while I was a smoker for 2 years but gave smoking up pretty easy (didn't like feeling like I could not breathe). After smoking I would buy a can every once and awhile. After I gave up smoking, I would have a can around and then go a few days with nothing and so on. But as I got older having a can around would start being a constant. I had a job at a secure facility so I would only dip on the way to and from work. But as the years went on the addiction hooked me and started to get worse.
About 5 years ago, I was hired at my current job. At this job I was given the freedom to make my own schedule and sort of do whatever I want. Because of this I just started dipping a lot and even all day. Drive around with a pack of dip almost at all times. On days off I would get up and start craving it as I woke up.
But today that will all change. I have made some attempts to quit in the past but nothing sticks after a month for me. I think I NEED the accountability and group mentality to help me get through this.
Yesterday at approximately 1:45 pm I took my dip out and threw it out. I threw out any paraphernalia of dip that was in the car (i.e. old cans and empty bottles). I went home and did the same thing at my house. I started getting real bad cravings after I ate dinner.
I went out to a store that doesn't sell dip (cant trust myself yet) and bought some seeds and a three pack of gum.
I want to quit, I need to quit for my health. And I wanted to say hi, because I want to make it through each day knowing that I can get up the next morning and go to roll call.
Today is the first day of the rest of my life.
- ChadPA
Nice intro Chad and welcome. I saw you already posted roll which means you have given all of us and yourself your word that you will not use nicotine in any format today. Keep that promise and you've successfully completed your first cycle. On that note, if you haven't had any dip since yesterday, today is day 2 for you. The day you flushed it all and took out your last dip is your day 1.
This won't always be easy, but get to know the guys in your group. Build your accountability. If you use this site as intended, it is likely to save your life. Again welcome and proud to quit with you today Chad.
King
Welcome Chad,
Proud of you making the decision to quit. The website has great deal of resources and a lot of ball busting guys that would love to quit with you. Quit one day at a time bro and reach out to others if you began to struggle. Feel free to PM if you want to exchange numbers. 'oh yeah'
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Hello, I have been wanting to quit for several months if not several years and I finally got the balls to go all in.
I have been dipping for about ten years. I started dipping every off and on while I was a smoker for 2 years but gave smoking up pretty easy (didn't like feeling like I could not breathe). After smoking I would buy a can every once and awhile. After I gave up smoking, I would have a can around and then go a few days with nothing and so on. But as I got older having a can around would start being a constant. I had a job at a secure facility so I would only dip on the way to and from work. But as the years went on the addiction hooked me and started to get worse.
About 5 years ago, I was hired at my current job. At this job I was given the freedom to make my own schedule and sort of do whatever I want. Because of this I just started dipping a lot and even all day. Drive around with a pack of dip almost at all times. On days off I would get up and start craving it as I woke up.
But today that will all change. I have made some attempts to quit in the past but nothing sticks after a month for me. I think I NEED the accountability and group mentality to help me get through this.
Yesterday at approximately 1:45 pm I took my dip out and threw it out. I threw out any paraphernalia of dip that was in the car (i.e. old cans and empty bottles). I went home and did the same thing at my house. I started getting real bad cravings after I ate dinner.
I went out to a store that doesn't sell dip (cant trust myself yet) and bought some seeds and a three pack of gum.
I want to quit, I need to quit for my health. And I wanted to say hi, because I want to make it through each day knowing that I can get up the next morning and go to roll call.
Today is the first day of the rest of my life.
- ChadPA
Welcome. It's an eerily similar story to the thousands of other addicts here. Hell we've all been there; start with a dip from a friend, buy a tin (ends up lasting a week +), then the habit grows and before you know it you're wasting $3-6/ day all to give yourself cancer. I mean how crazy is that; there's enough shit in the world which can kill us and we all consciously made the decision to pollute our bodies all while paying for it!
You've made a good move coming here. I too had tried quitting a few times prior to coming here and the accountability and commitment level has been amplified all by doing something as simple as posting roll daily. And although it feels like we're going this alone sometimes we have the support and words of wisdom from thousands of fellow QUITTERS.
If you're really ready as you say you are you should be golden, use the board and other members and by all means grab yourself some fake chew or seeds or anything not tobacco related to take your mind off any bad cravings that may arise. I've found they help tremendously but due to limited availability in my area some pre planning was needed and I stocked up.
Find the November quit group and be sure to post roll in there daily. As I said it'll add a level of accountability to the quit.
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Hello, I have been wanting to quit for several months if not several years and I finally got the balls to go all in.
I have been dipping for about ten years. I started dipping every off and on while I was a smoker for 2 years but gave smoking up pretty easy (didn't like feeling like I could not breathe). After smoking I would buy a can every once and awhile. After I gave up smoking, I would have a can around and then go a few days with nothing and so on. But as I got older having a can around would start being a constant. I had a job at a secure facility so I would only dip on the way to and from work. But as the years went on the addiction hooked me and started to get worse.
About 5 years ago, I was hired at my current job. At this job I was given the freedom to make my own schedule and sort of do whatever I want. Because of this I just started dipping a lot and even all day. Drive around with a pack of dip almost at all times. On days off I would get up and start craving it as I woke up.
But today that will all change. I have made some attempts to quit in the past but nothing sticks after a month for me. I think I NEED the accountability and group mentality to help me get through this.
Yesterday at approximately 1:45 pm I took my dip out and threw it out. I threw out any paraphernalia of dip that was in the car (i.e. old cans and empty bottles). I went home and did the same thing at my house. I started getting real bad cravings after I ate dinner.
I went out to a store that doesn't sell dip (cant trust myself yet) and bought some seeds and a three pack of gum.
I want to quit, I need to quit for my health. And I wanted to say hi, because I want to make it through each day knowing that I can get up the next morning and go to roll call.
Today is the first day of the rest of my life.
- ChadPA
Nice intro Chad and welcome. I saw you already posted roll which means you have given all of us and yourself your word that you will not use nicotine in any format today. Keep that promise and you've successfully completed your first cycle. On that note, if you haven't had any dip since yesterday, today is day 2 for you. The day you flushed it all and took out your last dip is your day 1.
This won't always be easy, but get to know the guys in your group. Build your accountability. If you use this site as intended, it is likely to save your life. Again welcome and proud to quit with you today Chad.
King
Do I go into roll call and change it or do it tomorrow at roll call?
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Do I go into roll call and change it or do it tomorrow at roll call?
Your number belongs to you and you only. If you want to change it to a 2 (I would want to) then by all means head back into your group and change it to a day 2. While you're in there, try to get a feel for some of your Novembros that you think can help you on your path here. Send those guys PM's and swap digits. I'm only on day 40 and have already used digits on multiple occasions in a tough spot. It's not weak to ask for help, it's weak if you don't.
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Welcome Chad. Glad to quit with you! PM me if you need someone to talk to.
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I was a smoker for 2 years but gave smoking up pretty easy (didn't like feeling like I could not breathe).
I threw out any paraphernalia of dip that was in the car (i.e. old cans and empty bottles).
1 can of dip has 3X the amount of nicotine as 1 pack of cigarettes. It is no wonder giving up dip has been more difficult.
You won't miss that stale wet tobacco smell in your car which will be gone in the next 30 days!
I quit with you today.
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Welcome Chad, greatest decision you will ever make. It will be a struggle but a struggle you can win. Every resource need to quit is on this site but is up too you to take advantage of them. QLF Bro
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Buckle up, the next 2-3 days will hit hard. But know that thousands of men and women are quit because of the KTC, so embrace the SUCK, and quit on!
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Hello, I have been wanting to quit for several months if not several years and I finally got the balls to go all in.
I have been dipping for about ten years. I started dipping every off and on while I was a smoker for 2 years but gave smoking up pretty easy (didn't like feeling like I could not breathe). After smoking I would buy a can every once and awhile. After I gave up smoking, I would have a can around and then go a few days with nothing and so on. But as I got older having a can around would start being a constant. I had a job at a secure facility so I would only dip on the way to and from work. But as the years went on the addiction hooked me and started to get worse.
About 5 years ago, I was hired at my current job. At this job I was given the freedom to make my own schedule and sort of do whatever I want. Because of this I just started dipping a lot and even all day. Drive around with a pack of dip almost at all times. On days off I would get up and start craving it as I woke up.
But today that will all change. I have made some attempts to quit in the past but nothing sticks after a month for me. I think I NEED the accountability and group mentality to help me get through this.
Yesterday at approximately 1:45 pm I took my dip out and threw it out. I threw out any paraphernalia of dip that was in the car (i.e. old cans and empty bottles). I went home and did the same thing at my house. I started getting real bad cravings after I ate dinner.
I went out to a store that doesn't sell dip (cant trust myself yet) and bought some seeds and a three pack of gum.
I want to quit, I need to quit for my health. And I wanted to say hi, because I want to make it through each day knowing that I can get up the next morning and go to roll call.
Today is the first day of the rest of my life.
- ChadPA
Nice intro Chad and welcome. I saw you already posted roll which means you have given all of us and yourself your word that you will not use nicotine in any format today. Keep that promise and you've successfully completed your first cycle. On that note, if you haven't had any dip since yesterday, today is day 2 for you. The day you flushed it all and took out your last dip is your day 1.
This won't always be easy, but get to know the guys in your group. Build your accountability. If you use this site as intended, it is likely to save your life. Again welcome and proud to quit with you today Chad.
King
Do I go into roll call and change it or do it tomorrow at roll call?
Welcome! I updated the latest roll post to reflect that it is Day 2 for you.
Quitting is the best decision you will ever make, and worth more than you can possibly imagine. Keep pushing through!
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Hello, I have been wanting to quit for several months if not several years and I finally got the balls to go all in.
I have been dipping for about ten years. I started dipping every off and on while I was a smoker for 2 years but gave smoking up pretty easy (didn't like feeling like I could not breathe). After smoking I would buy a can every once and awhile. After I gave up smoking, I would have a can around and then go a few days with nothing and so on. But as I got older having a can around would start being a constant. I had a job at a secure facility so I would only dip on the way to and from work. But as the years went on the addiction hooked me and started to get worse.
About 5 years ago, I was hired at my current job. At this job I was given the freedom to make my own schedule and sort of do whatever I want. Because of this I just started dipping a lot and even all day. Drive around with a pack of dip almost at all times. On days off I would get up and start craving it as I woke up.
But today that will all change. I have made some attempts to quit in the past but nothing sticks after a month for me. I think I NEED the accountability and group mentality to help me get through this.
Yesterday at approximately 1:45 pm I took my dip out and threw it out. I threw out any paraphernalia of dip that was in the car (i.e. old cans and empty bottles). I went home and did the same thing at my house. I started getting real bad cravings after I ate dinner.
I went out to a store that doesn't sell dip (cant trust myself yet) and bought some seeds and a three pack of gum.
I want to quit, I need to quit for my health. And I wanted to say hi, because I want to make it through each day knowing that I can get up the next morning and go to roll call.
Today is the first day of the rest of my life.
- ChadPA
Welcome to the group! Please turn on your PM so I can send you my digits.
Use the resources that are here. I am not proud. I used them within the first couple of days I joined the November group. And share your digits!
Happy to be quitting with you every day.
techalum
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Welcome Chad, we're glad to have you! Quitting dip is the best decision I've made in a long, long time... and I make that decision early every morning alongside my Quit brothers. I could probably afford a 60" flat screen Smart TV with all the money I've saved in the last 6 months from quitting the poison for good.
Listen to these Vets- it will be a HUGE struggle early on, and don't worry about fudging up Roll the first few days. You'll get the hang of it. The only way to F up roll is to not be on it! Nice work loading up on the alternatives. They'll come in handy. Gum and mints work wonders, especially those Lifesavers Peppermints.
You've got this, brother. See you on Roll tomorrow morning.
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Thanks for all of the positive comments. Yesterday was a good day, didn't have it as bad as day 1. But I know there are still plenty of obstacles.
Have half a bag of seeds left and a pack of gum for today. I gotta continue to stay strong and go one day at a time.
ChadPA
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We all know what your going through, we've been there. Just take one day at a time, don't worry about tomorrow just today. Wake up, post roll and repeat.
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Chad my brother,
Start having bad day, get on here and look at all the support you have. Reach out to your brothers, get some numbers and use the tools provided here. Damn proud to be quit with you today my friend! Remember this is your quit, own it!
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Make PA proud, quit now and don't look back. You only need to go through the cravings once as long as you never put that shit in your mouth again