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Community => Introductions => Topic started by: DWEIRICK on June 14, 2015, 02:57:00 AM
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Hello,
My name is Dustin and I have recently decided to quit chewing after 14 years of dipping. I started chewing at a young age and have tried to quit several times with no success. IÂ’m employed as a 911 Dispatcher/Supervisor and have been there for six years which at times is extremely stressful and has not helped in my quitting process. I have decided to stop making bullshit excuseÂ’s for why I chew itÂ’s time to break this for me!! I have made it 5 days with no tobacco and I feel great, however I still feel the urge to chew at times. I got Smokey Mountain Herbal Snuff which has helped me a lot. Any former chewers out there like me who used dip as a relief from stress please fill me in on how I stay on this road. Thank You
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Hello,
My name is Dustin and I have recently decided to quit chewing after 14 years of dipping. I started chewing at a young age and have tried to quit several times with no success. IÂ’m employed as a 911 Dispatcher/Supervisor and have been there for six years which at times is extremely stressful and has not helped in my quitting process. I have decided to stop making bullshit excuseÂ’s for why I chew itÂ’s time to break this for me!! I have made it 5 days with no tobacco and I feel great, however I still feel the urge to chew at times. I got Smokey Mountain Herbal Snuff which has helped me a lot. Any former chewers out there like me who used dip as a relief from stress please fill me in on how I stay on this road. Thank You
Nicotine as a stress relief... I've got a funny story for you.
In 2007 I decided to take my wife to Kauai for a week on vacation. It is heaven on earth dude. I was a ninja dipper - hid it big time from here. So I carefully planned how many cans I would need to get me through the trip and stashed them in my luggage. Somehow my calculations were off. About 5daysbin I ran out! Made up some excuse to leave and drove to about 5 gas stations because the first 4 didn't have kodiak! Sweat was running down my face and I was panting like my basset hound by the time I got to the 5th store. $9 a can I paid. You wanna talk about stress... I thought I was gonna have to dip skoal or Copenhagen!
Nicotine doesnt relieve stress. It doesn't help you cope. It just takes away the withdrawal of not using nicotine. It also causes stress on the buildup of the withdrawal. I know this all sounds crazy, but it is true.
Thank you for what you do by the way. That would be a tough job, but your quick actions save lives.
Welcome to Ktc you are in the right place. You can do this. Life is so much better once you own it. Freedom is a great thing.
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Welcome Dustin,
Most of us came to the realization that it was time to quit after numerous attempts and failures. Over the last few years of my time using, I probably tried a couple dozen times to abstain on my own. They were gung ho attempts held up by hope and empty promises that ended with a shameful trip to the store. So many excuses, so much wasted time and money... but not today.
It's time to try something different.
The only way so many of us have been able to cut the chains of addiction have been with the tenets found here at KTC.
Cold Turkey... You will only prolong the suck by using NRT's (looks like you're squared up here)
Post Roll every day... This is your promise to yourself and us that you will abstain.
Keep your promise... Liars are frowned upon.
Repeat daily.
Find your group (http://forum.killthecan.org/topic/11155274/25/?x=90#new). Get involved. Exchange some numbers. Make failure an impossibility.
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Hi Dieweirick. First off, congrats on making the decision to save your life. You've come to the right place. The bad news is that there is a tough road ahead with cravings, the 'Fog', nic rage, and so on. The good - great - news is that you CAN get through this, and this place will help. As mentioned - start getting involved with you quit group today, and start posting roll with them every day. This is your promise to this community that you won't use nic in any form that day. Renew that promise every day. I can't overstate how important this simple act will be in your quit. It's an anchor for you. I see you've found some fake to help. That's good, but mix it up a bit - gum, seeds, etc. And drink LOTS of water. Finally, get some cell numbers (digits) from some people in your quit group and others, so that you'll have on-demand support when the going gets tough. Hit me up via PM if you want mine.
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Thank you everyone I had the ultimate test today as I have been a Volunteer Firefighter for the past 11 years and have associated chewing with that for some reason. I along with the rest of my company responded to a working building fire this morning and normally after the "fight" the first thing I would do was come out of the building and grab that can and go to it. I was extremely proud of myself today as I walked out of the building after we were done and I didn't even think about the can. I quickly started talking to my fellow brothers to keep my mind busy and I had no issues. I see posting about "group" how do I go about getting into that to post thank you.
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Dustin, I know kind of how you feel. Working in LE I've always had a dip to "deal with stress". Also after a hot call or something I've gone straight for the can. That's a load of crap. If most of the guys I work with can handle the same call or situation and not get a dip then why do I need one? Cause I don't. Go to the Quit Group category in the forum. You will be in the September Pre HOF thread. Read the instructions and start posting roll call every day. I'm quitting with you brother. Day 3 for me.
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Dustin, I know kind of how you feel. Working in LE I've always had a dip to "deal with stress". Also after a hot call or something I've gone straight for the can. That's a load of crap. If most of the guys I work with can handle the same call or situation and not get a dip then why do I need one? Cause I don't. Go to the Quit Group category in the forum. You will be in the September Pre HOF thread. Read the instructions and start posting roll call every day. I'm quitting with you brother. Day 3 for me.
^^^^this^^^^
Have you visited the welcome center? We post our day counts here and rely on each other when we're down.
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I think I got the navigation down. If I understand this correct everyday I go to my HOF and post my name and count?
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Dustin, I know kind of how you feel. Working in LE I've always had a dip to "deal with stress". Also after a hot call or something I've gone straight for the can. That's a load of crap. If most of the guys I work with can handle the same call or situation and not get a dip then why do I need one? Cause I don't. Go to the Quit Group category in the forum. You will be in the September Pre HOF thread. Read the instructions and start posting roll call every day. I'm quitting with you brother. Day 3 for me.
Yeah I have come to realize this whole stressful job and using was just BS. I'm worried though since two of my partners on night shift smoke and the other one chews heavy. It has not bothered me, but I haven't let my guard down so I will be fine with them doing this shit. I HAVE to stay Nic free for me!!!
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Make sure you tell them you are quitting. They may give you hell but they will really help you. I was surprised how many of my guys wished me luck.....as they were smoking lol.
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Dustin!
Welcome! The September Samurai Quit Group will be your home. Nice job posting roll call today. I sent you a private message. Go check your mailbox. Goto Inbox in the upper right corner. The private message has the same info as below but also has my cell number if you need help.
Your job is to honor your quit one day at a time. Just get thru today my friend...Do not cave in to the cravings. And then tomorrow morning, post roll again and repeat that every damn day. Posting our name and our # of days quit each day is our commitment to each other that we will not have nicotine in our body for the next 24 hours. You can do one day at a time right? That's how all of us do it here. We post every day and pretty soon you reach 100 days (that's why u r in the Sept group because September will be when you hit 100 days clean).
First things first, make sure you don't have any of that shit in your house, the firehouse, anywhere. Go find it all right now and flush it down the toilet. Do it now. And don't just throw it away. Make sure you FLUSH IT.
As you know, the first few days suck, but by Day 10+, things start to get a lot easier. Drink lots of water and/or cranberry juice. Exercise and sweat out the toxins. Stay away from alcohol for the next couple weeks so it doesn't weaken your resolve. It'll take 3 days for the nicotine to physically get out of your system, and then the real mental battle starts fighting the cravings your brain's nicotine receptors so badly want. You can do this. Many of us old dogs are 30+ year dippers and are now proud to be free.
Proud to quit with you. PM me anytime that you need help. Also, people here share their cell numbers, especially during the first few weeks because I promise you that you are going to want to text or call someone when you start having a craving. Really, really helps to have someone in your corner at that moment. You should get lots of numbers from other Samurai and KTC members for support.
PROUD TO QUIT WITH YOU TODAY.
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Make sure you tell them you are quitting. They may give you hell but they will really help you. I was surprised how many of my guys wished me luck.....as they were smoking lol.
Ha I told them they busted my balls for a bit, but they have been cool with me. I can be around it at this point it does not bother me hopeful it stays that way...
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Dip (nicotine) as an anxiolytic. I used to think the same way; like why do I need a benzodiazepine (e.g. Xanax), when I've got the can. No amount of dip could have quelled the anxiety of the 6+ month sore throat and headaches. The cancer fear that resulted in 2 ENT specialists a number of nasal scopes and a brain MRI - just because I needed full re-assurance that for the time being, I was cancer free. Anxiolytic my ass; fuel to the fire is what it was. The root cause of my anxiety was the one thing that brought us all here. Listen to those who have written before me on this thread, post roll and become active with your September HOF group. Be quit and watch that anxiety become a memory.
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Dip (nicotine) as an anxiolytic. I used to think the same way; like why do I need a benzodiazepine (e.g. Xanax), when I've got the can. No amount of dip could have quelled the anxiety of the 6+ month sore throat and headaches. The cancer fear that resulted in 2 ENT specialists a number of nasal scopes and a brain MRI - just because I needed full re-assurance that for the time being, I was cancer free. Anxiolytic my ass; fuel to the fire is what it was. The root cause of my anxiety was the one thing that brought us all here. Listen to those who have written before me on this thread, post roll and become active with your September HOF group. Be quit and watch that anxiety become a memory.
I'm completely changing my lifestyle at this point. I have replaced the can with walking with my wife and going to the gym taking my "rage" out in the gym has been working great so far!!
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I saw your post in roll call DWEIRICK. Hang in there man! Leave the family out of it. Just walk away, buy some shooting muffs or whatever. I actually told my 13 year old daughter the other day to not be the reason I started back dipping. That made me feel like shit when I thought about it. Because it was shit. Addict talk! We are going to make it!
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Thank you I walked away and jumped on here right away to rant and it helped big time. I got to cool down and then I talked to my wife she is aware of what's to come and is here for me even if I'm pissy at times! I told my 6 year daughter today (who I would take a bullet for) that she is the reason I would start dipping again man I feel like shit for that lesson learned I'm the reason I used to dip no one else to blame!
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Your gonna be amazed how many fires get knocked down and mopped up without dip. No more cat turds in your mask, either.
'zombie' 'fireman'
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Nine days into this journey and I would have never been able to make it this far without KTC and my fellow quitters in my group of September Samurai!
I discovered that I am an addict and the only way to beat that is take responsibility and post every damn day in roll. I have committed to this quit and I will not let my fellow Brothers and Sisters down. I have had some struggles along the way, but I have seen guys with large amounts of day's nicotine free and have caved. I believe most people let that crush them when they see that in roll. I use it as fuel for my fire I will not be a statistic and I will not put all this time and energy into this quit for nothing!!!
Dustin
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Nine days into this journey and I would have never been able to make it this far without KTC and my fellow quitters in my group of September Samurai!
I discovered that I am an addict and the only way to beat that is take responsibility and post every damn day in roll. I have committed to this quit and I will not let my fellow Brothers and Sisters down. I have had some struggles along the way, but I have seen guys with large amounts of day's nicotine free and have caved. I believe most people let that crush them when they see that in roll. I use it as fuel for my fire I will not be a statistic and I will not put all this time and energy into this quit for nothing!!!
Dustin
Dustin my brother you're doing great! Stay focused and remember we are all addicts and an addict is tempted regularly. It's your quit! Own it! Enjoy the freedom every damn second! And remember we're all here for you, just reach out. Damn proud to be quit with you! Get you some numbers ,you can never have enough.
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Thanks pab I haven't felt this good in 15+ years. I never thought I could feel this good without the can, but I do. I'm mad at myself for subjecting myself to that Nic Bitch for so long. I'm moving forward one day at a time, but I will never forget where I once was so I never go back there!!!!
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Day 10 - Spent my first official dip free week at work it has been full of stress and busy as hell as the natives are restless and the beer must be running low!!!! I have to say I have not had time or even thought about a dip during that mess. I stayed on here and kept my focus on my quit and I made it through no problems. The quit is strong with this one haha!!
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One Month into the new life as a dip free person!!!
First week seemed almost impossible would've never made it without joining KTC..... I never thought the fog and suck could ever be that bad, but I never truly quit until I joined KTC and starting posting roll with my brothers and sisters of September so I never truly detoxed until then.
Second week almost flew by I felt really good almost too good for just giving up a 16+ year addiction to this garbage... I spent most of my time at work which got easier as the days went by. See I was used to stuffing my face with dip all night long for a multitude of BS reasons. Can't lie and say that it was not on my mind all night most of those nights, but thanks to live chat and Ashley from our September group who was up late texting me I was able to blaze through the fog and craves.... Ash your a lifesaver thanks for just sending me a random text just to check on me!!! Many thanks to our Group Me as well great tool in this constant fight.
Third week seemed to be filled with dip dreams for some odd reason much less cravings, but constant dip dreams every night. Spent as much time as I could in live chat on my graveyard tours. Live chat is such a great place. I enjoy that there are some old school quitters that still hang out in there and are more then willing to give advice. I hope someday I can be of the same help.
Fourth week I live for posting EDD I jump into October and post support and I can proudly post in the 100% roll since I have not missed a day! I try to jump into live chat and look for some new quitters who just need that nudge I required to take the steps to get my life back.
ODAAT is how I will battle this and when I reach my HOF I will be getting a bad ass Samurai tattoo to remind me of this journey and another tool to keep me quit a constant reminder of a time and place in my life that I will never return to....
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Dude - you're doing awesome. Love how much you dive into KTC and all it offers. You're crushing it like a true BAQ Samurai! ODAAT!
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You're winning, that's what matters. It's not easy ,it's damn hard but worth every second! Stay ahead of the olé bitch! Damn proud to be quit with you today my friend!
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So I posted this in my Group over at September, but I think I should add it here as well:
I have to tell all of you this story quick.... So I like most of you have an addictive personality not only am I addicted to nicotine, but I'm also a "functioning alcoholic" what I mean by this is I have a full time job, a part time job, a family, the fire department and my dear friend booze. I have off every other Wednesday to Friday and normally I would get lit at least one of those night's. I'm off this week so guess what I would normally be doing.... I was at the store today to get diaper's, wipes etc, but since I have completely changed my lifestyle since I joined KTC I bought a case of water instead of my normal booze run... Man this place has a huge effect on me and not just my nicotine abuse....I freaking love it here!!!!
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So I posted this in my Group over at September, but I think I should add it here as well:
I have to tell all of you this story quick.... So I like most of you have an addictive personality not only am I addicted to nicotine, but I'm also a "functioning alcoholic" what I mean by this is I have a full time job, a part time job, a family, the fire department and my dear friend booze. I have off every other Wednesday to Friday and normally I would get lit at least one of those night's. I'm off this week so guess what I would normally be doing.... I was at the store today to get diaper's, wipes etc, but since I have completely changed my lifestyle since I joined KTC I bought a case of water instead of my normal booze run... Man this place has a huge effect on me and not just my nicotine abuse....I freaking love it here!!!!
That is EXACTLY what this website is for. Quitting nicotine and tobacco can lead to so many other awesome lifestyle changes due to the fact that the nic and tobacco caused negative lifestyle changes in the first place. I also have found my alcohol intake to have gone down mainly because one of my favorite times to dip was after a nice buzz. Sometimes the only reason I got a buzz! So pathetic to realize things like this. But keep on going strong D you get it
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So I posted this in my Group over at September, but I think I should add it here as well:
I have to tell all of you this story quick.... So I like most of you have an addictive personality not only am I addicted to nicotine, but I'm also a "functioning alcoholic" what I mean by this is I have a full time job, a part time job, a family, the fire department and my dear friend booze. I have off every other Wednesday to Friday and normally I would get lit at least one of those night's. I'm off this week so guess what I would normally be doing.... I was at the store today to get diaper's, wipes etc, but since I have completely changed my lifestyle since I joined KTC I bought a case of water instead of my normal booze run... Man this place has a huge effect on me and not just my nicotine abuse....I freaking love it here!!!!
D my friend that is huge! I myself am damn proud of you! Takes a great man not only to admit he's an addict but be willing to just quit 2 extremely hard addictions at once! Thanks to you my quit is stronger today! Damn proud to be quit with you today my brother!
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Almost lost my infant son to a near drowning incident yesterday by far the ultimate test to my quit.
I was at the Firehouse doing training as we always do on Monday nights and my wife took my son for a walk like she does everyday. I could hear my phone ringing about an hour into training, but I did not recognize the number so I blew it off. I blew off a frantic lady trying to reach me to say she had my wife and infant son who was in his stroller and the stroller brakes failed to engage and my son went down a large ramp right into the river. A white car pulls up front of the fire station and my wife steps out soaked from jumping in the river to get our son. She is crying so bad I can barley understand her and I look in the car confused as to why the hell she is in someones car that I have never met and I see my son soaked and marks on his head sitting there with a big ass smile when he sees daddy. I mange to calm my wife a little she explains what happened and I tell her we need to go to the ER right away to have him checked out.
Now at this point I'm beyond fucking pissed at my wife how could she just let my fucking baby almost drown yeah not many good thoughts going threw my head at that point. (It was a complete accident and I held in my rage towards my wife in doing so probably saved my marriage since I was not in the right mindset at the time) I won't lie though I didn't even think about dip I was so worried about my son that we got in our truck and raced to the ER. My son checked out in great health couple bumps and bruises, but he will be fine. Three kids were swimming in the river when this shit went down these three kids did not know my wife or my son, but they swam to the sinking stroller and rescued my boy as my wife jumped in to get him. I will never forget what these kids did for me and my family.
I'm extremely proud that I stayed committed to my quit when I could've just walked away because my mind was shattered. In the back of my head I knew I made a promise to my brothers and sisters to not use and no matter what I would not use....
To all the Cavers and Newbs reading this no matter what shit your going threw during your quit it's never ok to Cave. I just went threw absolute hell and putting that garbage back in my mouth never crossed my mind so remember that when you hit the hard times....
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Almost lost my infant son to a near drowning incident yesterday by far the ultimate test to my quit.
I was at the Firehouse doing training as we always do on Monday nights and my wife took my son for a walk like she does everyday. I could hear my phone ringing about an hour into training, but I did not recognize the number so I blew it off. I blew off a frantic lady trying to reach me to say she had my wife and infant son who was in his stroller and the stroller brakes failed to engage and my son went down a large ramp right into the river. A white car pulls up front of the fire station and my wife steps out soaked from jumping in the river to get our son. She is crying so bad I can barley understand her and I look in the car confused as to why the hell she is in someones car that I have never met and I see my son soaked and marks on his head sitting there with a big ass smile when he sees daddy. I mange to calm my wife a little she explains what happened and I tell her we need to go to the ER right away to have him checked out.
Now at this point I'm beyond fucking pissed at my wife how could she just let my fucking baby almost drown yeah not many good thoughts going threw my head at that point. (It was a complete accident and I held in my rage towards my wife in doing so probably saved my marriage since I was not in the right mindset at the time) I won't lie though I didn't even think about dip I was so worried about my son that we got in our truck and raced to the ER. My son checked out in great health couple bumps and bruises, but he will be fine. Three kids were swimming in the river when this shit went down these three kids did not know my wife or my son, but they swam to the sinking stroller and rescued my boy as my wife jumped in to get him. I will never forget what these kids did for me and my family.
I'm extremely proud that I stayed committed to my quit when I could've just walked away because my mind was shattered. In the back of my head I knew I made a promise to my brothers and sisters to not use and no matter what I would not use....
To all the Cavers and Newbs reading this no matter what shit your going threw during your quit it's never ok to Cave. I just went threw absolute hell and putting that garbage back in my mouth never crossed my mind so remember that when you hit the hard times....
Damn.....just damn! Good Lord was smiling on you and yours! Glad everything worked out!
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Almost lost my infant son to a near drowning incident yesterday by far the ultimate test to my quit.
I was at the Firehouse doing training as we always do on Monday nights and my wife took my son for a walk like she does everyday. I could hear my phone ringing about an hour into training, but I did not recognize the number so I blew it off. I blew off a frantic lady trying to reach me to say she had my wife and infant son who was in his stroller and the stroller brakes failed to engage and my son went down a large ramp right into the river. A white car pulls up front of the fire station and my wife steps out soaked from jumping in the river to get our son. She is crying so bad I can barley understand her and I look in the car confused as to why the hell she is in someones car that I have never met and I see my son soaked and marks on his head sitting there with a big ass smile when he sees daddy. I mange to calm my wife a little she explains what happened and I tell her we need to go to the ER right away to have him checked out.
Now at this point I'm beyond fucking pissed at my wife how could she just let my fucking baby almost drown yeah not many good thoughts going threw my head at that point. (It was a complete accident and I held in my rage towards my wife in doing so probably saved my marriage since I was not in the right mindset at the time) I won't lie though I didn't even think about dip I was so worried about my son that we got in our truck and raced to the ER. My son checked out in great health couple bumps and bruises, but he will be fine. Three kids were swimming in the river when this shit went down these three kids did not know my wife or my son, but they swam to the sinking stroller and rescued my boy as my wife jumped in to get him. I will never forget what these kids did for me and my family.
I'm extremely proud that I stayed committed to my quit when I could've just walked away because my mind was shattered. In the back of my head I knew I made a promise to my brothers and sisters to not use and no matter what I would not use....
To all the Cavers and Newbs reading this no matter what shit your going threw during your quit it's never ok to Cave. I just went threw absolute hell and putting that garbage back in my mouth never crossed my mind so remember that when you hit the hard times....
Damn.....just damn! Good Lord was smiling on you and yours! Glad everything worked out!
Most definitely was Pab thanks brother!
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Today marks fifty days nicotine free and I must say this has been one hell of a journey!! From two weeks of fog, shakes, rage, depression, headaches, self-loathing and so on to holy shit this feels great. IÂ’m still a little bitchy here and there and IÂ’m still getting cravings, but with each +1 there getting easier to combat.
In these first fifty days I have lived in chat, September Group Me, got tons of numbers (some not even from my quit group), kept 100% roll post, reached out to new quitters and last, but certainty not least I have secured my quit further by helping with the September Spreadsheet of accountability.
So here is to the next 50 days with my brothers and sisters of September just one day at a timeÂ…..
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I started a journal before I joined KTC thinking I could do this on my own thankfully I was smart enough to do some research and I found this place. I stopped writing in my journal after only nine days and this is why:
Day – 56 I have neglected my journal because I have thrown myself into KTC 110%. I have been tracking down quitters who do not post roll, I give support to new quitters, I help with my groups SSOA and I live in CHAT while I’m at work. My daily journal is now KTC…
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I started a journal before I joined KTC thinking I could do this on my own thankfully I was smart enough to do some research and I found this place. I stopped writing in my journal after only nine days and this is why:
Day – 56 I have neglected my journal because I have thrown myself into KTC 110%. I have been tracking down quitters who do not post roll, I give support to new quitters, I help with my groups SSOA and I live in CHAT while I’m at work. My daily journal is now KTC…
Dweirick my friend, that's some awesome shit! The more involved, the more accountability! Do all you can do for new guy's remember how you felt first couple weeks. Proud of you! Quit with you anyday!
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I started a journal before I joined KTC thinking I could do this on my own thankfully I was smart enough to do some research and I found this place. I stopped writing in my journal after only nine days and this is why:
Day – 56 I have neglected my journal because I have thrown myself into KTC 110%. I have been tracking down quitters who do not post roll, I give support to new quitters, I help with my groups SSOA and I live in CHAT while I’m at work. My daily journal is now KTC…
Dweirick my friend, that's some awesome shit! The more involved, the more accountability! Do all you can do for new guy's remember how you felt first couple weeks. Proud of you! Quit with you anyday!
I remember when you first walked into this dojo my friend. You are now one of the masters and we are the benefactors of your friendship and strength. I just love seeing the growth of every person who walks through our dojo doors. Doesn't matter who you are or where you are from, you just need to have the desire to improve yourself. I see a lot of individual growth on a daily basis in this dojo, and it's not just quitting dip. The funny thing is that quitting dip may turn out to be just the beginning of a longer journey towards health, humanity and happiness. We are all changing our lives for the better, and the best part is, that we're helping each other do it...and YOUR contribution, with Brianl and EOD, has become a very big part of our dojo. So, thank you. And well done brother.
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Just dropping by to say Congrats Dustin! You've made it 60 days. Nice little milestone for you. You're quit is strong and you're a great contributor around here. Keep it going because you're killing this quit. Today I quit with you!
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Just dropping by to say Congrats Dustin! You've made it 60 days. Nice little milestone for you. You're quit is strong and you're a great contributor around here. Keep it going because you're killing this quit. Today I quit with you!
Thank you Brother!
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Just reading this intro, and great stuff here! Keep doing what has gotten you here, and hate the poison. Congrates on 60 days, that is bad assed quit right there. Still some hard quit in front of you, but it gets so much better...
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Dweirick 2 mnths badass my friend! Keep helping others, remember how much it helped you! Quit on!
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Today I decided enough is enough......
I have been drinking since about 16 years old I'm now 28 years old. I'm not an "alcoholic" by true definition, but a functioning alcoholic. I mean that I still hold down a job, family and I do all that well. I just have an issue with alcohol just like dip I can't just have 1.... I don't drink to be social or have a good time I drink to get fucked up and at this point I'm a seasoned veteran so it takes a lot of booze...
I think I continued with my drinking for so long because I used it as an outlet for built up frustration and emotional train wrecks I avoid. I have an extremely stressful job dealing with death and generally terrible things happening to people day in and day out as a 9-1-1 Dispatcher. Add to that 12 years of service to a fairly busy volunteer Fire career where instead of just being on the phone I get to see those horrors first hand.
Now I would not trade any of what I do for the world because I'm 99.9% sure I was put on this earth to help people and I do it well.... I just need to focus some of that help on myself since I'm destroying my life slowly.
I have an amazing wife who is extremely supportive (I don't see how) just last night we were hanging out and we spent some great time together, but she had to work in the morning and went to bed early. I'm a night shift worker so I cannot sleep when I'm off.....Guess what I'm normally doing you got it throwing back some drinks.
I took my final drink last night because since I have joined KTC I have had my eyes opened wide and I can now see the destruction I'm causing.
I'm scared I will lose my wife because I spend less and less time with her at night just to get hammered.
I'm scared eventually it will get out of control even more and affect my job to the point I would be left go.
I'm scared my children will think it is ok since they have watched Daddy do this for so long.
I'm scared of starting all over after throwing away everything I worked so hard for.
IÂ’m tired of being fucking scared and I'm taking back control today!!!!
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Today I decided enough is enough......
I have been drinking since about 16 years old I'm now 28 years old. I'm not an "alcoholic" by true definition, but a functioning alcoholic. I mean that I still hold down a job, family and I do all that well. I just have an issue with alcohol just like dip I can't just have 1.... I don't drink to be social or have a good time I drink to get fucked up and at this point I'm a seasoned veteran so it takes a lot of booze...
I think I continued with my drinking for so long because I used it as an outlet for built up frustration and emotional train wrecks I avoid. I have an extremely stressful job dealing with death and generally terrible things happening to people day in and day out as a 9-1-1 Dispatcher. Add to that 12 years of service to a fairly busy volunteer Fire career where instead of just being on the phone I get to see those horrors first hand.
Now I would not trade any of what I do for the world because I'm 99.9% sure I was put on this earth to help people and I do it well.... I just need to focus some of that help on myself since I'm destroying my life slowly.
I have an amazing wife who is extremely supportive (I don't see how) just last night we were hanging out and we spent some great time together, but she had to work in the morning and went to bed early. I'm a night shift worker so I cannot sleep when I'm off.....Guess what I'm normally doing you got it throwing back some drinks.
I took my final drink last night because since I have joined KTC I have had my eyes opened wide and I can now see the destruction I'm causing.
I'm scared I will lose my wife because I spend less and less time with her at night just to get hammered.
I'm scared eventually it will get out of control even more and affect my job to the point I would be left go.
I'm scared my children will think it is ok since they have watched Daddy do this for so long.
I'm scared of starting all over after throwing away everything I worked so hard for.
IÂ’m tired of being fucking scared and I'm taking back control today!!!!
Good for you D. This is a tough realization to come to sometimes, but just like with dip, the hardest thing to do is usually the right thing. Count me in as a supporter in your newest quest.
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Today I decided enough is enough......
I have been drinking since about 16 years old I'm now 28 years old. I'm not an "alcoholic" by true definition, but a functioning alcoholic. I mean that I still hold down a job, family and I do all that well. I just have an issue with alcohol just like dip I can't just have 1.... I don't drink to be social or have a good time I drink to get fucked up and at this point I'm a seasoned veteran so it takes a lot of booze...
I think I continued with my drinking for so long because I used it as an outlet for built up frustration and emotional train wrecks I avoid. I have an extremely stressful job dealing with death and generally terrible things happening to people day in and day out as a 9-1-1 Dispatcher. Add to that 12 years of service to a fairly busy volunteer Fire career where instead of just being on the phone I get to see those horrors first hand.
Now I would not trade any of what I do for the world because I'm 99.9% sure I was put on this earth to help people and I do it well.... I just need to focus some of that help on myself since I'm destroying my life slowly.
I have an amazing wife who is extremely supportive (I don't see how) just last night we were hanging out and we spent some great time together, but she had to work in the morning and went to bed early. I'm a night shift worker so I cannot sleep when I'm off.....Guess what I'm normally doing you got it throwing back some drinks.
I took my final drink last night because since I have joined KTC I have had my eyes opened wide and I can now see the destruction I'm causing.
I'm scared I will lose my wife because I spend less and less time with her at night just to get hammered.
I'm scared eventually it will get out of control even more and affect my job to the point I would be left go.
I'm scared my children will think it is ok since they have watched Daddy do this for so long.
I'm scared of starting all over after throwing away everything I worked so hard for.
IÂ’m tired of being fucking scared and I'm taking back control today!!!!
Good for you D. This is a tough realization to come to sometimes, but just like with dip, the hardest thing to do is usually the right thing. Count me in as a supporter in your newest quest.
Good to hear DWEIRICK! I am glad you're taking a step in the right direction. I'm sure this was difficult to admit. Just know that everyone is here for you.
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Today I decided enough is enough......
I have been drinking since about 16 years old I'm now 28 years old. I'm not an "alcoholic" by true definition, but a functioning alcoholic. I mean that I still hold down a job, family and I do all that well. I just have an issue with alcohol just like dip I can't just have 1.... I don't drink to be social or have a good time I drink to get fucked up and at this point I'm a seasoned veteran so it takes a lot of booze...
I think I continued with my drinking for so long because I used it as an outlet for built up frustration and emotional train wrecks I avoid. I have an extremely stressful job dealing with death and generally terrible things happening to people day in and day out as a 9-1-1 Dispatcher. Add to that 12 years of service to a fairly busy volunteer Fire career where instead of just being on the phone I get to see those horrors first hand.
Now I would not trade any of what I do for the world because I'm 99.9% sure I was put on this earth to help people and I do it well.... I just need to focus some of that help on myself since I'm destroying my life slowly.
I have an amazing wife who is extremely supportive (I don't see how) just last night we were hanging out and we spent some great time together, but she had to work in the morning and went to bed early. I'm a night shift worker so I cannot sleep when I'm off.....Guess what I'm normally doing you got it throwing back some drinks.
I took my final drink last night because since I have joined KTC I have had my eyes opened wide and I can now see the destruction I'm causing.
I'm scared I will lose my wife because I spend less and less time with her at night just to get hammered.
I'm scared eventually it will get out of control even more and affect my job to the point I would be left go.
I'm scared my children will think it is ok since they have watched Daddy do this for so long.
I'm scared of starting all over after throwing away everything I worked so hard for.
IÂ’m tired of being fucking scared and I'm taking back control today!!!!
Good for you D. This is a tough realization to come to sometimes, but just like with dip, the hardest thing to do is usually the right thing. Count me in as a supporter in your newest quest.
Good to hear DWEIRICK! I am glad you're taking a step in the right direction. I'm sure this was difficult to admit. Just know that everyone is here for you.
King, Jim,
Yeah hard pill to swallow, but thanks to this place I have realized I have an issue. KTC has kept me nic free so only made sense to use this for my other issue...
Thank you to everyone here at KTC
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You are a badass!
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Dweirick my friend quitting drinking will be the second smartest thing you've done for yourself sense stopping dipping! Damn proud of you! I quit cold turkey 15 years ago it was a lot easier for me than quitting dip. I remember seeing my Father sit in driveway and down a 5th of vodka almost every day and I said that will not be me! Quit on you badass and if you need more digits pm me .
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Hey man - I saw you post in alc quit this morning. Nicely done. We have a good crew in there and it works just like quitting nic. You already proved you have a backbone. Apply it to alc and you'll be fine.
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Cannot believe the HOF train is now steaming through September!!! It feels so good to be at this point and there is no way I would've gotten this far without all the tools and support here. Out of the blue craving last night fought it off with ease...Always have to keep that guard up and stay vigilant!
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Cannot believe the HOF train is now steaming through September!!! It feels so good to be at this point and there is no way I would've gotten this far without all the tools and support here. Out of the blue craving last night fought it off with ease...Always have to keep that guard up and stay vigilant!
DW, you're a leader in more groups than September. Thanks for all you have done, and congrats to you and the Samurai as you step onto the vaunted train this month.
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HOF coin came yesterday so wanted to open it up, but I must wait until I board that train!!!!!
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HOF coin came yesterday so wanted to open it up, but I must wait until I board that train!!!!!
It won't be long now!
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HOF coin came yesterday so wanted to open it up, but I must wait until I board that train!!!!!
It won't be long now!
Getting closer every day. One day at a time!
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HOF coin came yesterday so wanted to open it up, but I must wait until I board that train!!!!!
It won't be long now!
Getting closer every day. One day at a time!
Ah! My man wake up and rub that coin every morning, because you damn well earned it! Hope the alcohol quit is going well also. Quit on my brother! Damn proud of you!
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#1 DWEIRICK June 14, 2015 80--4.24%
I think I may have developed another addiction a good one, but an addiction for sure! 'oh yeah'
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#1 DWEIRICK June 14, 2015 80--4.24%
I think I may have developed another addiction a good one, but an addiction for sure! 'oh yeah'
This one is very unlikely to kill you, however! I see your 99 today Dustin, looking forward to electronically celebrating with you tomorrow my man.
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Congrats on HOF Dustin! You are a true leader in these hallowed halls and it does not go unnoticed! 100 days is just the beginning, but it's a hell of a start.
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Congrats - I am still new and not far into my quit but congratulations on yours. B)B
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Well done, DW!
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Well done, DW!
Time to open the coin! Congratulations!
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Well done, DW!
Time to open the coin! Congratulations!
100 is an awesome number congrats!
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Well done, DW!
Time to open the coin! Congratulations!
100 is an awesome number congrats!
Congratulations, See you on the next floor!
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Congrats DW
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Well done, DW!
Time to open the coin! Congratulations!
100 is an awesome number congrats!
Congratulations, See you on the next floor!
100 days is a great accomplishment brother! 101 is even better, and it gets WAY better as you go. You came here to quit and it shows. Enjoy the hell out of today. You are a bad ass! Keep doing what got you here and you will be free.
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Well done, DW!
Time to open the coin! Congratulations!
100 is an awesome number congrats!
Congratulations, See you on the next floor!
100 days is a great accomplishment brother! 101 is even better, and it gets WAY better as you go. You came here to quit and it shows. Enjoy the hell out of today. You are a bad ass! Keep doing what got you here and you will be free.
Its a great day!!! Never forget where you came up from...
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Well done, DW!
Time to open the coin! Congratulations!
100 is an awesome number congrats!
Congratulations, See you on the next floor!
100 days is a great accomplishment brother! 101 is even better, and it gets WAY better as you go. You came here to quit and it shows. Enjoy the hell out of today. You are a bad ass! Keep doing what got you here and you will be free.
Its a great day!!! Never forget where you came up from...
Congratulations DW! Welcome to the HOF! Hell of an accomplishment. Now that coin means something... you don't just have to rub it anymore. Be proud because you've hit an important milestone today. I quit with you today!
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Well done, DW!
Time to open the coin! Congratulations!
100 is an awesome number congrats!
Congratulations, See you on the next floor!
100 days is a great accomplishment brother! 101 is even better, and it gets WAY better as you go. You came here to quit and it shows. Enjoy the hell out of today. You are a bad ass! Keep doing what got you here and you will be free.
Its a great day!!! Never forget where you came up from...
Congratulations DW! Welcome to the HOF! Hell of an accomplishment. Now that coin means something... you don't just have to rub it anymore. Be proud because you've hit an important milestone today. I quit with you today!
Now that you've got this quit broken in, see you on roll tomorrow! NHNNNIML!
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Well done, DW!
Time to open the coin! Congratulations!
100 is an awesome number congrats!
Congratulations, See you on the next floor!
100 days is a great accomplishment brother! 101 is even better, and it gets WAY better as you go. You came here to quit and it shows. Enjoy the hell out of today. You are a bad ass! Keep doing what got you here and you will be free.
Its a great day!!! Never forget where you came up from...
Congratulations DW! Welcome to the HOF! Hell of an accomplishment. Now that coin means something... you don't just have to rub it anymore. Be proud because you've hit an important milestone today. I quit with you today!
Now that you've got this quit broken in, see you on roll tomorrow! NHNNNIML!
Way to be a leader and offer support to so many others. Congrats on your HOF!
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Well done, DW!
Time to open the coin! Congratulations!
100 is an awesome number congrats!
Congratulations, See you on the next floor!
100 days is a great accomplishment brother! 101 is even better, and it gets WAY better as you go. You came here to quit and it shows. Enjoy the hell out of today. You are a bad ass! Keep doing what got you here and you will be free.
Its a great day!!! Never forget where you came up from...
Congratulations DW! Welcome to the HOF! Hell of an accomplishment. Now that coin means something... you don't just have to rub it anymore. Be proud because you've hit an important milestone today. I quit with you today!
Now that you've got this quit broken in, see you on roll tomorrow! NHNNNIML!
Way to be a leader and offer support to so many others. Congrats on your HOF!
Hell yeah! You are the man! Congrats and don't change a thing, it's obviously working! Quit on ! Proud to be quit with you!
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Well done, DW!
Time to open the coin! Congratulations!
100 is an awesome number congrats!
Congratulations, See you on the next floor!
100 days is a great accomplishment brother! 101 is even better, and it gets WAY better as you go. You came here to quit and it shows. Enjoy the hell out of today. You are a bad ass! Keep doing what got you here and you will be free.
Its a great day!!! Never forget where you came up from...
Congratulations DW! Welcome to the HOF! Hell of an accomplishment. Now that coin means something... you don't just have to rub it anymore. Be proud because you've hit an important milestone today. I quit with you today!
Now that you've got this quit broken in, see you on roll tomorrow! NHNNNIML!
Way to be a leader and offer support to so many others. Congrats on your HOF!
Hell yeah! You are the man! Congrats and don't change a thing, it's obviously working! Quit on ! Proud to be quit with you!
Great Into off in here....
Your quit cant be hidden.
Respect all you are doing here in the halls of KTC...... And out in the world!
Congrats.
Rawls 304
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Well done, DW!
Time to open the coin! Congratulations!
100 is an awesome number congrats!
Congratulations, See you on the next floor!
100 days is a great accomplishment brother! 101 is even better, and it gets WAY better as you go. You came here to quit and it shows. Enjoy the hell out of today. You are a bad ass! Keep doing what got you here and you will be free.
Its a great day!!! Never forget where you came up from...
Congratulations DW! Welcome to the HOF! Hell of an accomplishment. Now that coin means something... you don't just have to rub it anymore. Be proud because you've hit an important milestone today. I quit with you today!
Now that you've got this quit broken in, see you on roll tomorrow! NHNNNIML!
Way to be a leader and offer support to so many others. Congrats on your HOF!
Hell yeah! You are the man! Congrats and don't change a thing, it's obviously working! Quit on ! Proud to be quit with you!
Great Into off in here....
Your quit cant be hidden.
Respect all you are doing here in the halls of KTC...... And out in the world!
Congrats.
Rawls 304
Day - 101 because I refuse to fail and the support of all of you! I can't thank all of you enough!! I will be here one day at a time quitting with all of you!!!
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Happy Birthday Dusty! !
Proud to quit with you today! Cheers!
'party2'
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I turn 29 today and while I was a low life user a huge goal of mine was to quit before I hit 30. Now there was no way that was going to happen by myself. I couldn't let go or she made me think I couldn't let go. I found this site and all of you amazing people and that all changed. So to each of you I say thanks! Thank you for helping me finally get and stay quit before my goal.
Dweirick - 148 and my first birthday clean in over 17 years!!!!! 'boob'
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Happy Birthday Dusty! !
Proud to quit with you today! Cheers!
'party2'
Happy birthday my friend! May you have a blessed day! Thanks for supporting me!
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'biggun' 'party2' 'dance' '40' '40' '40' '40' '40' '40'
Happy Birthday Bro
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Nice 2 'boob' ! Welcome to the second floor.
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Nice 2 'boob' ! Welcome to the second floor.
2nd Floor? 'archer'
Wow. Thanks for all of the support that helped me get to the first floor! B)B
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Nice 2 'boob' ! Welcome to the second floor.
2nd Floor? 'archer'
Wow. Thanks for all of the support that helped me get to the first floor! B)B
Congrats on the second floor DW!!!! Thanks for all you do on this site!!!!
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Nice 2 'boob' ! Welcome to the second floor.
2nd Floor? 'archer'
Wow. Thanks for all of the support that helped me get to the first floor! B)B
Congrats on the second floor DW!!!! Thanks for all you do on this site!!!!
Sweet! enjoy the hell out of 200. 201 is even better ;)
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Nice 2 'boob' ! Welcome to the second floor.
2nd Floor? 'archer'
Wow. Thanks for all of the support that helped me get to the first floor! B)B
Congrats on the second floor DW!!!! Thanks for all you do on this site!!!!
Sweet! enjoy the hell out of 200. 201 is even better ;)
Dwerick thanks for being the badass you are my friend! Congratulations!
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Nice 2 'boob' ! Welcome to the second floor.
2nd Floor? 'archer'
Wow. Thanks for all of the support that helped me get to the first floor! B)B
Congrats on the second floor DW!!!! Thanks for all you do on this site!!!!
Sweet! enjoy the hell out of 200. 201 is even better ;)
Dwerick thanks for being the badass you are my friend! Congratulations!
Dusty, i admire your quit and outlook on life. In proud to quit with you. Congrats s on your 200 days my friend.
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Nice 2 'boob' ! Welcome to the second floor.
2nd Floor? 'archer'
Wow. Thanks for all of the support that helped me get to the first floor! B)B
Congrats on the second floor DW!!!! Thanks for all you do on this site!!!!
Sweet! enjoy the hell out of 200. 201 is even better ;)
Dwerick thanks for being the badass you are my friend! Congratulations!
Dusty, i admire your quit and outlook on life. In proud to quit with you. Congrats s on your 200 days my friend.
DW+200=BA!
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Hey boy... I didn't get a chance yesterday to tell you in here congrats on that 200. I remember you saying on my 200 that I am the glue that holds the samauri together. Not true at all.... YOU are the glue. You have done so much for our group and so many of us look up to you. You always have the best outlook on life and are so positive despite the incredibly hard things your dealt. I admire you, not only as a quitter, but as a person. I'm truly blessed to be able to call you a friend and quit with you every damn day. Thank you for being our leader, friend, glue, rock, inspiration. Love ya dusty .... Mostly just because of the guns selfie though. :wub:
Xoxo... Ash
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Hey boy... I didn't get a chance yesterday to tell you in here congrats on that 200. I remember you saying on my 200 that I am the glue that holds the samauri together. Not true at all.... YOU are the glue. You have done so much for our group and so many of us look up to you. You always have the best outlook on life and are so positive despite the incredibly hard things your dealt. I admire you, not only as a quitter, but as a person. I'm truly blessed to be able to call you a friend and quit with you every damn day. Thank you for being our leader, friend, glue, rock, inspiration. Love ya dusty .... Mostly just because of the guns selfie though. :wub:
Xoxo... Ash
Thank you Ash you're a force here girl! You couldn't possibly count all the people you have positively impacted here! For everything you have done and continue to do Thank You!! Love ya Ash!!
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Thank you everyone the Second floor is even better then the First. I'm enjoying the view up here!!!!!
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Thank you everyone the Second floor is even better then the First. I'm enjoying the view up here!!!!!
Dammit. Day late. Congrats on 200 Dweirick.
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(Saving for down the road)
Today my wife and I took our 20 month old son to the orthopedic surgeon due to a curvature in his lower spine. Now he has been walking fine and has been developing normal other than the spine issue. He has scoliosis and now has to go get an MRI and also go to genetics to make sure it is not a genetic issue or syndrome of some sort. My wife and I lost a child to a miscarriage long before I quit chewing so you can imagine how this news landed for the both of us. Here is the good part at 221 days nicotine free my first thought wasnÂ’t grabbing a can it was I need to let my group know whatÂ’s up and that I may be struggling in the future depending on the results. I sent a text out in our Group Me and immediately it was filled with responses of prayers and best wishes! I got a text from someone in my group just reaching out on a personal level to make sure I was good and if I needed anything they were just a text/call away. I went from a bunch of strangers quitting nicotine to a family who stands by my side at a momentÂ’s notice! This place works if you buy in and invest yourself properly. Point of the story is many hard times are around the corner that can trigger our addictive minds itÂ’s so vital that you have this protection. Build that connection with your group you never know when a text or a post can pull you from the edge. I didnÂ’t cave today because I posted roll and I didnÂ’t cave today because I thought about my brothers/sisters before I thought about the can!
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I've come to an impasse with my career at 911. Six plus years of poor management, politics, understaffing and a novel full of other issues has me questioning if it's time to move on. I recently applied for the 911 Coordinator position and interviewed extremely well for it, but I got a letter from Human resources that says although I'm most definitely qualified they chose someone else. I'm fine with that what pissed me off was the letter was addressed as "Dear Ms Weirick"
You kidding me 6+ years of service to your Department and you can't even get my title correct. I'm burnt out, I'm tired and most of all I'm frustrated that lives are being put at risk due to political BS.
I think it's time to move forward with my dream of becoming a career firefighter. There's an opportunity on the table and I'm not letting it pass by.
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I've come to an impasse with my career at 911. Six plus years of poor management, politics, understaffing and a novel full of other issues has me questioning if it's time to move on. I recently applied for the 911 Coordinator position and interviewed extremely well for it, but I got a letter from Human resources that says although I'm most definitely qualified they chose someone else. I'm fine with that what pissed me off was the letter was addressed as "Dear Ms Weirick"
You kidding me 6+ years of service to your Department and you can't even get my title correct. I'm burnt out, I'm tired and most of all I'm frustrated that lives are being put at risk due to political BS.
I think it's time to move forward with my dream of becoming a career firefighter. There's an opportunity on the table and I'm not letting it pass by.
Make it happen. You got this one!
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I've come to an impasse with my career at 911. Six plus years of poor management, politics, understaffing and a novel full of other issues has me questioning if it's time to move on. I recently applied for the 911 Coordinator position and interviewed extremely well for it, but I got a letter from Human resources that says although I'm most definitely qualified they chose someone else. I'm fine with that what pissed me off was the letter was addressed as "Dear Ms Weirick"
You kidding me 6+ years of service to your Department and you can't even get my title correct. I'm burnt out, I'm tired and most of all I'm frustrated that lives are being put at risk due to political BS.
I think it's time to move forward with my dream of becoming a career firefighter. There's an opportunity on the table and I'm not letting it pass by.
Make it happen. You got this one!
Never quit chasing your dreams!!! You can achieve what ever you put your mind to.
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Dusty...so proud of you and proud to quit with you.
I feel safe with you modding around haha..
You are an awesome father, husband and quit brother. Couldn't ask for anyone better to walk this walk. You are strong and committed. An asset to your group and the KTC.
Congrats on your 300 days.
:wub:
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Dusty...so proud of you and proud to quit with you.
I feel safe with you modding around haha..
You are an awesome father, husband and quit brother. Couldn't ask for anyone better to walk this walk. You are strong and committed. An asset to your group and the KTC.
Congrats on your 300 days.
:wub:
Thanks Chick I would've never made it this far without KTC and the family that is here! I'm proud to be here, but what I'm proud of most is to be able to post my name and count with all you badass quitters!!!!!!
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Dusty...so proud of you and proud to quit with you.
I feel safe with you modding around haha..
You are an awesome father, husband and quit brother. Couldn't ask for anyone better to walk this walk. You are strong and committed. An asset to your group and the KTC.
Congrats on your 300 days.
:wub:
Thanks Chick I would've never made it this far without KTC and the family that is here! I'm proud to be here, but what I'm proud of most is to be able to post my name and count with all you badass quitters!!!!!!
300 bad ass days yourself Dusty! Congrats on third floor.
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Dusty...so proud of you and proud to quit with you.
I feel safe with you modding around haha..
You are an awesome father, husband and quit brother. Couldn't ask for anyone better to walk this walk. You are strong and committed. An asset to your group and the KTC.
Congrats on your 300 days.
:wub:
Thanks Chick I would've never made it this far without KTC and the family that is here! I'm proud to be here, but what I'm proud of most is to be able to post my name and count with all you badass quitters!!!!!!
300 bad ass days yourself Dusty! Congrats on third floor.
Thank you Brother!
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Dusty...so proud of you and proud to quit with you.
I feel safe with you modding around haha..
You are an awesome father, husband and quit brother. Couldn't ask for anyone better to walk this walk. You are strong and committed. An asset to your group and the KTC.
Congrats on your 300 days.
:wub:
Thanks Chick I would've never made it this far without KTC and the family that is here! I'm proud to be here, but what I'm proud of most is to be able to post my name and count with all you badass quitters!!!!!!
300 bad ass days yourself Dusty! Congrats on third floor.
Thank you Brother!
Congrats on hitting the third floor! And thanks for all that you and the other mods/admins do to keep this site running. Quit on!
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Dusty...so proud of you and proud to quit with you.
I feel safe with you modding around haha..
You are an awesome father, husband and quit brother. Couldn't ask for anyone better to walk this walk. You are strong and committed. An asset to your group and the KTC.
Congrats on your 300 days.
:wub:
Thanks Chick I would've never made it this far without KTC and the family that is here! I'm proud to be here, but what I'm proud of most is to be able to post my name and count with all you badass quitters!!!!!!
300 bad ass days yourself Dusty! Congrats on third floor.
Thank you Brother!
Congrats on hitting the third floor! And thanks for all that you and the other mods/admins do to keep this site running. Quit on!
Thank you Texas it's an honor to be a part of the team!
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Dusty...so proud of you and proud to quit with you.
I feel safe with you modding around haha..
You are an awesome father, husband and quit brother. Couldn't ask for anyone better to walk this walk. You are strong and committed. An asset to your group and the KTC.
Congrats on your 300 days.
:wub:
Thanks Chick I would've never made it this far without KTC and the family that is here! I'm proud to be here, but what I'm proud of most is to be able to post my name and count with all you badass quitters!!!!!!
300 bad ass days yourself Dusty! Congrats on third floor.
Thank you Brother!
Congrats on hitting the third floor! And thanks for all that you and the other mods/admins do to keep this site running. Quit on!
Thank you Texas it's an honor to be a part of the team!
Dusty, great quit you got going on! From day 1 you came here to quit, and by following the KTC blueprint you have become a perfect example of how to do it the KTC way. You have built so much accountability here for yourself, and you have newbs and vets alike in your corner :) Keep doing what has gotten you this far!
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Dusty...so proud of you and proud to quit with you.
I feel safe with you modding around haha..
You are an awesome father, husband and quit brother. Couldn't ask for anyone better to walk this walk. You are strong and committed. An asset to your group and the KTC.
Congrats on your 300 days.
:wub:
Thanks Chick I would've never made it this far without KTC and the family that is here! I'm proud to be here, but what I'm proud of most is to be able to post my name and count with all you badass quitters!!!!!!
300 bad ass days yourself Dusty! Congrats on third floor.
Thank you Brother!
Congrats on hitting the third floor! And thanks for all that you and the other mods/admins do to keep this site running. Quit on!
Thank you Texas it's an honor to be a part of the team!
Dusty, great quit you got going on! From day 1 you came here to quit, and by following the KTC blueprint you have become a perfect example of how to do it the KTC way. You have built so much accountability here for yourself, and you have newbs and vets alike in your corner :) Keep doing what has gotten you this far!
Congrats on the 3rd floor Brother!!!!! I can't thank you enough for all you have done for me and others on this site!!!
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Dusty...so proud of you and proud to quit with you.
I feel safe with you modding around haha..
You are an awesome father, husband and quit brother. Couldn't ask for anyone better to walk this walk. You are strong and committed. An asset to your group and the KTC.
Congrats on your 300 days.
:wub:
Thanks Chick I would've never made it this far without KTC and the family that is here! I'm proud to be here, but what I'm proud of most is to be able to post my name and count with all you badass quitters!!!!!!
300 bad ass days yourself Dusty! Congrats on third floor.
Thank you Brother!
Congrats on hitting the third floor! And thanks for all that you and the other mods/admins do to keep this site running. Quit on!
Thank you Texas it's an honor to be a part of the team!
Dusty, great quit you got going on! From day 1 you came here to quit, and by following the KTC blueprint you have become a perfect example of how to do it the KTC way. You have built so much accountability here for yourself, and you have newbs and vets alike in your corner :) Keep doing what has gotten you this far!
Congrats on the 3rd floor Brother!!!!! I can't thank you enough for all you have done for me and others on this site!!!
B-lo - Thanks for your support along the way it's guys like you that keep the newbs feeling hopeful!
Tj - Thank you man you have helped me just as much as I may have helped you Brother!
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Congratulations on 300 days and your support in February 2015!
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Congratulations on 300 days and your support in February 2015!
Thank you! I appreciate your support in September man it means a lot!!!!
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Congratulations on 300 days and your support in February 2015!
Congrats brother...300 rocks!
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Congratulations on 300 days and your support in February 2015!
Congrats brother...300 rocks!
Gettin' close to that one year mark bubba! Proud of you. Keep pluggin'!
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Congratulations on 300 days and your support in February 2015!
Congrats brother...300 rocks!
Gettin' close to that one year mark bubba! Proud of you. Keep pluggin'!
Thank you gentlemen!
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Congratulations on 300 days and your support in February 2015!
Congrats brother...300 rocks!
Gettin' close to that one year mark bubba! Proud of you. Keep pluggin'!
Thank you gentlemen!
Congratulations on that 3rd floor condo my friend!
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When to leave KTC part 2
I’ve spent a year surfing these boards pushing support to old and new groups and I always hear the “When should I leave” get tossed around although the answer seems so simple and clear at that time it really is hard to process. Hell you just posted X amount of days quit and let’s face it this has become a chore right? Wrong if this has become just a chore to you then you forgot why you came here to begin with. I see the shit about cult like atmosphere and that’s just plain BS. I could walk away from here tomorrow and demons won’t eat my soul. I won’t walk away because I’ve built some pretty incredible relationships here and I’m certain me leaving would affect those relationships in a negative way and to be honest if I’m not posting my promise I’ll be finger banging the can again. I’m not going to sit here and hold you ransom and tell you that you’ll fail without KTC, but let’s face it the odds are against you and you can’t deny that. I only have this one bit of advice on leaving and it’s this; If you think you’ve burnt your time here and you’re ready to move on just remember less than 30 seconds to post a promise that ensures your quit for just that day or run the risk of getting sucked back into an addiction that will kill you with no mercy for you or your loved ones… The method is simple here quit one day at a time or face those turbulent waters alone. I’ll take the safety net every day because I’ve been in that water and I won’t fall in again….
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When to leave KTC part 2
I’ve spent a year surfing these boards pushing support to old and new groups and I always hear the “When should I leave” get tossed around although the answer seems so simple and clear at that time it really is hard to process. Hell you just posted X amount of days quit and let’s face it this has become a chore right? Wrong if this has become just a chore to you then you forgot why you came here to begin with. I see the shit about cult like atmosphere and that’s just plain BS. I could walk away from here tomorrow and demons won’t eat my soul. I won’t walk away because I’ve built some pretty incredible relationships here and I’m certain me leaving would affect those relationships in a negative way and to be honest if I’m not posting my promise I’ll be finger banging the can again. I’m not going to sit here and hold you ransom and tell you that you’ll fail without KTC, but let’s face it the odds are against you and you can’t deny that. I only have this one bit of advice on leaving and it’s this; If you think you’ve burnt your time here and you’re ready to move on just remember less than 30 seconds to post a promise that ensures your quit for just that day or run the risk of getting sucked back into an addiction that will kill you with no mercy for you or your loved ones… The method is simple here quit one day at a time or face those turbulent waters alone. I’ll take the safety net every day because I’ve been in that water and I won’t fall in again….
Thats the messed up part is that we use emotion to justify logic. The fuk its, butt hurt or some other emotional state set in, we find it easier to use KTC as the scape goat then to really figure out whats going on. The same way the pre-HOF groups blame the big bad asshole vets for being mean and leave. It is all the same emotional based logic.
Doesnt matter the day count I still need brotherhood and accountability to be successful.
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When to leave KTC part 2
I’ve spent a year surfing these boards pushing support to old and new groups and I always hear the “When should I leave” get tossed around although the answer seems so simple and clear at that time it really is hard to process. Hell you just posted X amount of days quit and let’s face it this has become a chore right? Wrong if this has become just a chore to you then you forgot why you came here to begin with. I see the shit about cult like atmosphere and that’s just plain BS. I could walk away from here tomorrow and demons won’t eat my soul. I won’t walk away because I’ve built some pretty incredible relationships here and I’m certain me leaving would affect those relationships in a negative way and to be honest if I’m not posting my promise I’ll be finger banging the can again. I’m not going to sit here and hold you ransom and tell you that you’ll fail without KTC, but let’s face it the odds are against you and you can’t deny that. I only have this one bit of advice on leaving and it’s this; If you think you’ve burnt your time here and you’re ready to move on just remember less than 30 seconds to post a promise that ensures your quit for just that day or run the risk of getting sucked back into an addiction that will kill you with no mercy for you or your loved ones… The method is simple here quit one day at a time or face those turbulent waters alone. I’ll take the safety net every day because I’ve been in that water and I won’t fall in again….
Thats the messed up part is that we use emotion to justify logic. The fuk its, butt hurt or some other emotional state set in, we find it easier to use KTC as the scape goat then to really figure out whats going on. The same way the pre-HOF groups blame the big bad asshole vets for being mean and leave. It is all the same emotional based logic.
Doesnt matter the day count I still need brotherhood and accountability to be successful.
Congratulations, thanks for sticking around :)
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Dusty!
Thanks for all you've done for me.
You are wise beyond your years, so refreshing to see in a young man.
All of us are Fortunate to have you monitoring these halls!
Congrats on your 1 year.
Love you my brother.
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Congrats on 365 Dustin. Keep killin it!!
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Dustin, One year of freedom. Congrats and enjoy how sweet it is! You were the very first person I interacted with here. Caught you on live chat and you helped un-jam my account so that I could get registered and finally post roll. Thanks for that and for the chats we've had since. Looking forward to being quit with you for a long time! Paul
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Congrats on a year Dusty! I'm damn proud to quit with you today.
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Congrats on a year Dusty! I'm damn proud to quit with you today.
Nice job. Congrats on 1 yr strong and free.
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Congrats on 1 year quit DW!! Thanks for all you do around here and for me.( I know I have said it before, but can't say it enough) Proud to quit with you EDD!!!
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Keep killing it D! One year is a great start! Hey newbies, you need to read this intro to see how to be QUIT! Bad Assed Quitter right here :)
QLF with you EDD
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DW hella of 1st lap. Keep it up one day at a time. Proud to walk with you EDD
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Congrats on the year many more to come!!
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365
Last year I decided to walk away from an almost 20 year addiction to Smokeless tobacco. I started young, way young around 11 or 12 I found a pack of Redman in my dad's truck. I watched him do this daily for years and thought I wanna be just like my old man so I gave it a spin. I got sick and felt like death, but the rush I felt was indescribable. I continued to “acquire” chew from him until a high school friend had some Skoal Cherry and the rest was history. I chewed Skoal for years until it did nothing for me so I switched to Copenhagen. I was Copenhagen's bitch for many years until I was so disgusted with myself that I decided to quit for about the millionth time. I was struggling hard with this quit I was 6 days in and beyond ready to throw this quit away like I've done so many times before. I was at work and it was busy. Work is a huge stressor and a major trigger for me. I googled my symptoms and ways to help and I stumbled upon Killthecan. I looked around signed up and found my “quit group” and I started posting roll with complete strangers. My daily promise to people who were hundreds or thousands of miles away from me and who I've never met in person. Something felt right about this even though I didn't know these people. I saw they were fighting the same battle as me each day and no one else, but them knew how I felt and how I wanted to punch everything in sight lol. I kept coming back each day to post my promise and to try and help any members who were struggling that day. I live to help other people so I think this is a major factor in me staying quit this time. I've yet to meet anyone of the 27 members still posting roll to this day, but I would buy a plane ticket and show up to help them with anything because they've helped me stay quit and take back my life. These people have become family to me and without them I would still be Copenhagen's bitch. I always said I'd quit when my daughter was born and then my son, or for my wife, mother etc, but those were just empty promises to myself and all of them. Something happened when I joined KTC like I had to prove something. No way in hell am I going to show that I'm a coward and cave to Nicotine. I'm going to show all these people in this group I'm a badass Father who can curb this addiction. That's what I do every damn day I wake up and punch Nicotine in the face. One year of freedom because of a free site and the people who are there trying to gain the upper hand. I can't thank all of you enough! Special thanks to my wife for putting up with my bitchy detoxing ass. My children and family will thank you all when I'm attending their graduations, weddings etc…. If you're addicted like I was and disgusted with yourself go check out Killthecan.org it's life changing… Or lose your face to cancer it's your choice….. F Nicotine and F big tobacco you won't get my money ever again!!
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365
Last year I decided to walk away from an almost 20 year addiction to Smokeless tobacco. I started young, way young around 11 or 12 I found a pack of Redman in my dad's truck. I watched him do this daily for years and thought I wanna be just like my old man so I gave it a spin. I got sick and felt like death, but the rush I felt was indescribable. I continued to “acquire” chew from him until a high school friend had some Skoal Cherry and the rest was history. I chewed Skoal for years until it did nothing for me so I switched to Copenhagen. I was Copenhagen's bitch for many years until I was so disgusted with myself that I decided to quit for about the millionth time. I was struggling hard with this quit I was 6 days in and beyond ready to throw this quit away like I've done so many times before. I was at work and it was busy. Work is a huge stressor and a major trigger for me. I googled my symptoms and ways to help and I stumbled upon Killthecan. I looked around signed up and found my “quit group” and I started posting roll with complete strangers. My daily promise to people who were hundreds or thousands of miles away from me and who I've never met in person. Something felt right about this even though I didn't know these people. I saw they were fighting the same battle as me each day and no one else, but them knew how I felt and how I wanted to punch everything in sight lol. I kept coming back each day to post my promise and to try and help any members who were struggling that day. I live to help other people so I think this is a major factor in me staying quit this time. I've yet to meet anyone of the 27 members still posting roll to this day, but I would buy a plane ticket and show up to help them with anything because they've helped me stay quit and take back my life. These people have become family to me and without them I would still be Copenhagen's bitch. I always said I'd quit when my daughter was born and then my son, or for my wife, mother etc, but those were just empty promises to myself and all of them. Something happened when I joined KTC like I had to prove something. No way in hell am I going to show that I'm a coward and cave to Nicotine. I'm going to show all these people in this group I'm a badass Father who can curb this addiction. That's what I do every damn day I wake up and punch Nicotine in the face. One year of freedom because of a free site and the people who are there trying to gain the upper hand. I can't thank all of you enough! Special thanks to my wife for putting up with my bitchy detoxing ass. My children and family will thank you all when I'm attending their graduations, weddings etc…. If you're addicted like I was and disgusted with yourself go check out Killthecan.org it's life changing… Or lose your face to cancer it's your choice….. F Nicotine and F big tobacco you won't get my money ever again!!
Congratulations on one year!!
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365
Last year I decided to walk away from an almost 20 year addiction to Smokeless tobacco. I started young, way young around 11 or 12 I found a pack of Redman in my dad's truck. I watched him do this daily for years and thought I wanna be just like my old man so I gave it a spin. I got sick and felt like death, but the rush I felt was indescribable. I continued to “acquire” chew from him until a high school friend had some Skoal Cherry and the rest was history. I chewed Skoal for years until it did nothing for me so I switched to Copenhagen. I was Copenhagen's bitch for many years until I was so disgusted with myself that I decided to quit for about the millionth time. I was struggling hard with this quit I was 6 days in and beyond ready to throw this quit away like I've done so many times before. I was at work and it was busy. Work is a huge stressor and a major trigger for me. I googled my symptoms and ways to help and I stumbled upon Killthecan. I looked around signed up and found my “quit group” and I started posting roll with complete strangers. My daily promise to people who were hundreds or thousands of miles away from me and who I've never met in person. Something felt right about this even though I didn't know these people. I saw they were fighting the same battle as me each day and no one else, but them knew how I felt and how I wanted to punch everything in sight lol. I kept coming back each day to post my promise and to try and help any members who were struggling that day. I live to help other people so I think this is a major factor in me staying quit this time. I've yet to meet anyone of the 27 members still posting roll to this day, but I would buy a plane ticket and show up to help them with anything because they've helped me stay quit and take back my life. These people have become family to me and without them I would still be Copenhagen's bitch. I always said I'd quit when my daughter was born and then my son, or for my wife, mother etc, but those were just empty promises to myself and all of them. Something happened when I joined KTC like I had to prove something. No way in hell am I going to show that I'm a coward and cave to Nicotine. I'm going to show all these people in this group I'm a badass Father who can curb this addiction. That's what I do every damn day I wake up and punch Nicotine in the face. One year of freedom because of a free site and the people who are there trying to gain the upper hand. I can't thank all of you enough! Special thanks to my wife for putting up with my bitchy detoxing ass. My children and family will thank you all when I'm attending their graduations, weddings etc…. If you're addicted like I was and disgusted with yourself go check out Killthecan.org it's life changing… Or lose your face to cancer it's your choice….. F Nicotine and F big tobacco you won't get my money ever again!!
Congratulations on one year!!
Thanks DW. Your a great quitter and a great HOF Conductor! Nice year!
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365
Last year I decided to walk away from an almost 20 year addiction to Smokeless tobacco. I started young, way young around 11 or 12 I found a pack of Redman in my dad's truck. I watched him do this daily for years and thought I wanna be just like my old man so I gave it a spin. I got sick and felt like death, but the rush I felt was indescribable. I continued to “acquire” chew from him until a high school friend had some Skoal Cherry and the rest was history. I chewed Skoal for years until it did nothing for me so I switched to Copenhagen. I was Copenhagen's bitch for many years until I was so disgusted with myself that I decided to quit for about the millionth time. I was struggling hard with this quit I was 6 days in and beyond ready to throw this quit away like I've done so many times before. I was at work and it was busy. Work is a huge stressor and a major trigger for me. I googled my symptoms and ways to help and I stumbled upon Killthecan. I looked around signed up and found my “quit group” and I started posting roll with complete strangers. My daily promise to people who were hundreds or thousands of miles away from me and who I've never met in person. Something felt right about this even though I didn't know these people. I saw they were fighting the same battle as me each day and no one else, but them knew how I felt and how I wanted to punch everything in sight lol. I kept coming back each day to post my promise and to try and help any members who were struggling that day. I live to help other people so I think this is a major factor in me staying quit this time. I've yet to meet anyone of the 27 members still posting roll to this day, but I would buy a plane ticket and show up to help them with anything because they've helped me stay quit and take back my life. These people have become family to me and without them I would still be Copenhagen's bitch. I always said I'd quit when my daughter was born and then my son, or for my wife, mother etc, but those were just empty promises to myself and all of them. Something happened when I joined KTC like I had to prove something. No way in hell am I going to show that I'm a coward and cave to Nicotine. I'm going to show all these people in this group I'm a badass Father who can curb this addiction. That's what I do every damn day I wake up and punch Nicotine in the face. One year of freedom because of a free site and the people who are there trying to gain the upper hand. I can't thank all of you enough! Special thanks to my wife for putting up with my bitchy detoxing ass. My children and family will thank you all when I'm attending their graduations, weddings etc…. If you're addicted like I was and disgusted with yourself go check out Killthecan.org it's life changing… Or lose your face to cancer it's your choice….. F Nicotine and F big tobacco you won't get my money ever again!!
Congratulations on one year!!
Thanks DW. Your a great quitter and a great HOF Conductor! Nice year!
Thanks JB!
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Thank you everyone who sent me congrats today! I better see all you bad ass quitters on my next lap!!!! 'boob'
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Thank you everyone who sent me congrats today! I better see all you bad ass quitters on my next lap!!!! 'boob'
I'm still working on my first lap! Congratulations my friend! B)B
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Thanks for taking the time to post your "1 year story" I found it very encouraging. And congrats on day 365!
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Congratulations on a year and the help D. Quit with you today.
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
Way to go DW! You bad ass quitter and conductor you!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
Way to go DW! You bad ass quitter and conductor you!
Congrats on 400 brother!!! Thanks for all you do here!!!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
Way to go DW! You bad ass quitter and conductor you!
Congrats on 400 brother!!! Thanks for all you do here!!!
Welcome to the 4th floor man!!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
Way to go DW! You bad ass quitter and conductor you!
Congrats on 400 brother!!! Thanks for all you do here!!!
Welcome to the 4th floor man!!
Awesome Job, Dustin! You are nailin' this quit, and helping countless hundreds, if not thousands, of other quitters to the same. Simply amazing!! Here's to another 400 and beyond! 'clap'
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
Way to go DW! You bad ass quitter and conductor you!
Congrats on 400 brother!!! Thanks for all you do here!!!
Welcome to the 4th floor man!!
Awesome Job, Dustin! You are nailin' this quit, and helping countless hundreds, if not thousands, of other quitters to the same. Simply amazing!! Here's to another 400 and beyond! 'clap'
Congrats on the 400! Keep piling them up!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
Way to go DW! You bad ass quitter and conductor you!
Congrats on 400 brother!!! Thanks for all you do here!!!
Welcome to the 4th floor man!!
Awesome Job, Dustin! You are nailin' this quit, and helping countless hundreds, if not thousands, of other quitters to the same. Simply amazing!! Here's to another 400 and beyond! 'clap'
Congrats on the 400! Keep piling them up!
How's the view up there? 'archer'
Congrats my friend. 'oh yeah'
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
Way to go DW! You bad ass quitter and conductor you!
Congrats on 400 brother!!! Thanks for all you do here!!!
Welcome to the 4th floor man!!
Awesome Job, Dustin! You are nailin' this quit, and helping countless hundreds, if not thousands, of other quitters to the same. Simply amazing!! Here's to another 400 and beyond! 'clap'
Congrats on the 400! Keep piling them up!
How's the view up there? 'archer'
Congrats my friend. 'oh yeah'
You know how I feel.
At times I am consumed with jealousy.
And then, well then, I always have beef jerky time.
Much love Dusty.
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
Way to go DW! You bad ass quitter and conductor you!
Congrats on 400 brother!!! Thanks for all you do here!!!
Welcome to the 4th floor man!!
Awesome Job, Dustin! You are nailin' this quit, and helping countless hundreds, if not thousands, of other quitters to the same. Simply amazing!! Here's to another 400 and beyond! 'clap'
Congrats on the 400! Keep piling them up!
How's the view up there? 'archer'
Congrats my friend. 'oh yeah'
You know how I feel.
At times I am consumed with jealousy.
And then, well then, I always have beef jerky time.
Much love Dusty.
Many thanks to all of you! I'm truly humbled that I have been able to inspire others here! Hard to believe 401 days ago I was so scared and weak until I came here! Thank you for all your support all of you are essential to my quit! Smalls if we ever meet in person remind me to pack a rubber....... :unsure: roflmao
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
Way to go DW! You bad ass quitter and conductor you!
Congrats on 400 brother!!! Thanks for all you do here!!!
Welcome to the 4th floor man!!
Awesome Job, Dustin! You are nailin' this quit, and helping countless hundreds, if not thousands, of other quitters to the same. Simply amazing!! Here's to another 400 and beyond! 'clap'
Congrats on the 400! Keep piling them up!
How's the view up there? 'archer'
Congrats my friend. 'oh yeah'
You know how I feel.
At times I am consumed with jealousy.
And then, well then, I always have beef jerky time.
Much love Dusty.
Many thanks to all of you! I'm truly humbled that I have been able to inspire others here! Hard to believe 401 days ago I was so scared and weak until I came here! Thank you for all your support all of you are essential to my quit! Smalls if we ever meet in person remind me to pack a rubber....... :unsure: roflmao
Congrats buddy...
Leg day?
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
Way to go DW! You bad ass quitter and conductor you!
Congrats on 400 brother!!! Thanks for all you do here!!!
Welcome to the 4th floor man!!
Awesome Job, Dustin! You are nailin' this quit, and helping countless hundreds, if not thousands, of other quitters to the same. Simply amazing!! Here's to another 400 and beyond! 'clap'
Congrats on the 400! Keep piling them up!
How's the view up there? 'archer'
Congrats my friend. 'oh yeah'
You know how I feel.
At times I am consumed with jealousy.
And then, well then, I always have beef jerky time.
Much love Dusty.
Many thanks to all of you! I'm truly humbled that I have been able to inspire others here! Hard to believe 401 days ago I was so scared and weak until I came here! Thank you for all your support all of you are essential to my quit! Smalls if we ever meet in person remind me to pack a rubber....... :unsure: roflmao
Congrats buddy...
Leg day?
Congratulations on the 4th floor, badass!
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400
Congrats on this one, almost to the half dangle!
D, 400 days proud. You were the first one that helped me here at KTC and I appreciate ya! Enjoy the fourth floor. Proud to be quit with you!
Congratulations on the 4th floor! Thank you for your support!
4th floor congrats on kicking nic bitch azz!
Congrats on 400 Dusty! Always good to see you around the site or on chat helping quitters.
Wow congrats on 400! Keep doing what you do every damn day!
Nice job DW. 400 looks good on you
Welcome to the 4th floor Bad-Ass!
Wow, 400! Congrats!
Way to go DW! You bad ass quitter and conductor you!
Congrats on 400 brother!!! Thanks for all you do here!!!
Welcome to the 4th floor man!!
Awesome Job, Dustin! You are nailin' this quit, and helping countless hundreds, if not thousands, of other quitters to the same. Simply amazing!! Here's to another 400 and beyond! 'clap'
Congrats on the 400! Keep piling them up!
How's the view up there? 'archer'
Congrats my friend. 'oh yeah'
You know how I feel.
At times I am consumed with jealousy.
And then, well then, I always have beef jerky time.
Much love Dusty.
Many thanks to all of you! I'm truly humbled that I have been able to inspire others here! Hard to believe 401 days ago I was so scared and weak until I came here! Thank you for all your support all of you are essential to my quit! Smalls if we ever meet in person remind me to pack a rubber....... :unsure: roflmao
Congrats buddy...
Leg day?
Congratulations on the 4th floor, badass!
Congrats and well done brother!
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A passing flingÂ…..
Today I was sitting at my desk with KTC on my laptop and I began to think about the past and as in the past I mean those days when I was finger banging a can. Thoughts and memories flooded me instantly and I was hurled back into time. I was replaying all kinds of events in my head when I dipped riding in the rig to that car accident or house fire, when I dipped on my way to a cardiac arrest for someone who was checking out from end stage cancer due to tobacco, dipping while providing CPR instructions to a frantic mother who is watching her child turn blue and I felt a huge sadness fall upon me. For years I believed using that shit helped me cope with the situations I faced. I'm 29 years old I've been a volunteer fireman for 14 of those years and I've seen some pretty wicked shit and have had a few close calls inside buildings we shouldn't have been in. I've spent the last 7 years working as a 911 Dispatcher a very rewarding career even though we don't get paid as much as we should and we hardly ever get recognized since we sit in a room with no windows locked out from the outside world. Taking 911 calls for people having the absolute worst day is a stressful job most dispatchers smoke, dip or struggle with alcohol due to the stresses and the hours we work. I'm proud to say I've wrestled those demon's and I no longer need those vices to get by instead I hit the gym as much as possible instead of poisoning my body! My sadness turned into happiness today because I was one of the few that was able to overcome the madness and drop the Nicotine and I now watch many co-workers poison themselves and I feel sorry for them only because I remember how much of a slave I was. I'm relieved that isn't who I am anymore. Sometimes I forget how shitty it was to first quit and then I stumble across some writings in a new quit month and it punches me in the face and I remember that I will never go through that fucking hell again. I thought this was important to remember and if you're new and reading this you can do this, you can beat this addiction and you can live free just don't ever forget where you once were even if it sucks to remember! Day 407 and I will not be Nicotines bitch today!
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A passing flingÂ…..
Today I was sitting at my desk with KTC on my laptop and I began to think about the past and as in the past I mean those days when I was finger banging a can. Thoughts and memories flooded me instantly and I was hurled back into time. I was replaying all kinds of events in my head when I dipped riding in the rig to that car accident or house fire, when I dipped on my way to a cardiac arrest for someone who was checking out from end stage cancer due to tobacco, dipping while providing CPR instructions to a frantic mother who is watching her child turn blue and I felt a huge sadness fall upon me. For years I believed using that shit helped me cope with the situations I faced. I'm 29 years old I've been a volunteer fireman for 14 of those years and I've seen some pretty wicked shit and have had a few close calls inside buildings we shouldn't have been in. I've spent the last 7 years working as a 911 Dispatcher a very rewarding career even though we don't get paid as much as we should and we hardly ever get recognized since we sit in a room with no windows locked out from the outside world. Taking 911 calls for people having the absolute worst day is a stressful job most dispatchers smoke, dip or struggle with alcohol due to the stresses and the hours we work. I'm proud to say I've wrestled those demon's and I no longer need those vices to get by instead I hit the gym as much as possible instead of poisoning my body! My sadness turned into happiness today because I was one of the few that was able to overcome the madness and drop the Nicotine and I now watch many co-workers poison themselves and I feel sorry for them only because I remember how much of a slave I was. I'm relieved that isn't who I am anymore. Sometimes I forget how shitty it was to first quit and then I stumble across some writings in a new quit month and it punches me in the face and I remember that I will never go through that fucking hell again. I thought this was important to remember and if you're new and reading this you can do this, you can beat this addiction and you can live free just don't ever forget where you once were even if it sucks to remember! Day 407 and I will not be Nicotines bitch today!
^ghey......
But for real, you are the real deal clown.
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A passing flingÂ…..
Today I was sitting at my desk with KTC on my laptop and I began to think about the past and as in the past I mean those days when I was finger banging a can. Thoughts and memories flooded me instantly and I was hurled back into time. I was replaying all kinds of events in my head when I dipped riding in the rig to that car accident or house fire, when I dipped on my way to a cardiac arrest for someone who was checking out from end stage cancer due to tobacco, dipping while providing CPR instructions to a frantic mother who is watching her child turn blue and I felt a huge sadness fall upon me. For years I believed using that shit helped me cope with the situations I faced. I'm 29 years old I've been a volunteer fireman for 14 of those years and I've seen some pretty wicked shit and have had a few close calls inside buildings we shouldn't have been in. I've spent the last 7 years working as a 911 Dispatcher a very rewarding career even though we don't get paid as much as we should and we hardly ever get recognized since we sit in a room with no windows locked out from the outside world. Taking 911 calls for people having the absolute worst day is a stressful job most dispatchers smoke, dip or struggle with alcohol due to the stresses and the hours we work. I'm proud to say I've wrestled those demon's and I no longer need those vices to get by instead I hit the gym as much as possible instead of poisoning my body! My sadness turned into happiness today because I was one of the few that was able to overcome the madness and drop the Nicotine and I now watch many co-workers poison themselves and I feel sorry for them only because I remember how much of a slave I was. I'm relieved that isn't who I am anymore. Sometimes I forget how shitty it was to first quit and then I stumble across some writings in a new quit month and it punches me in the face and I remember that I will never go through that fucking hell again. I thought this was important to remember and if you're new and reading this you can do this, you can beat this addiction and you can live free just don't ever forget where you once were even if it sucks to remember! Day 407 and I will not be Nicotines bitch today!
^ghey......
But for real, you are the real deal clown.
Glad you found this place, glad you stayed with it and still going strong, glad you're here now.
Remembering what we did, where we were, and how far we've come is a certain strength. One should never mistake "thinkning of dip" as a weakness, a negative, or a reason not to come in here and post roll, it's just the opposite.
Peace Strength
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Addressing the “I'm reminded of dip when I come here feeling”
I don't know about you, but I used for a long time from an early age about 11 or 12. I can't remember a time in my life without that shit in my mouth other than now. I'm fucking scared to forget that I'm an ex Nicotine user. If I'm not reminded daily I would easily forget the pain I put myself through, the money I wasted, the teeth and gums I destroyed, the lies to family about being quit and most importantly the pain of those Pre-Hof days trying to push through. I will not go back to that and I will not suffer an agonizing death because of a weed in a can. If I'm reminded of who I used to be everyday then I'm winning this battle. If I forget who I used to be then I become that person againÂ….. Never again for any reason NAFARÂ…...
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Addressing the “I'm reminded of dip when I come here feeling”
I don't know about you, but I used for a long time from an early age about 11 or 12. I can't remember a time in my life without that shit in my mouth other than now. I'm fucking scared to forget that I'm an ex Nicotine user. If I'm not reminded daily I would easily forget the pain I put myself through, the money I wasted, the teeth and gums I destroyed, the lies to family about being quit and most importantly the pain of those Pre-Hof days trying to push through. I will not go back to that and I will not suffer an agonizing death because of a weed in a can. If I'm reminded of who I used to be everyday then I'm winning this battle. If I forget who I used to be then I become that person againÂ….. Never again for any reason NAFARÂ…...
That is the lamest excuse going for leaving the site and it drives me nuts.
Let's be honest, there are 1000 things that I run into in my life that remind me of dip. Every single gas station that I pass, for instance. A daily promise NOT to use is by far the least destructive reminder that I have.
Anyone making that argument isn't being honest with themselves about their temptations and is looking for an excuse to fail.
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Just wanted to add this to the journal: PA meet was huge and I'm really glad I got to go and I'm honored that I got to meet some of the baddest quitters here!!! If you haven't met another quitter do it! I promise it will only strengthen your quit!
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Addressing the “I'm reminded of dip when I come here feeling”
I don't know about you, but I used for a long time from an early age about 11 or 12. I can't remember a time in my life without that shit in my mouth other than now. I'm fucking scared to forget that I'm an ex Nicotine user. If I'm not reminded daily I would easily forget the pain I put myself through, the money I wasted, the teeth and gums I destroyed, the lies to family about being quit and most importantly the pain of those Pre-Hof days trying to push through. I will not go back to that and I will not suffer an agonizing death because of a weed in a can. If I'm reminded of who I used to be everyday then I'm winning this battle. If I forget who I used to be then I become that person againÂ….. Never again for any reason NAFARÂ…...
That is the lamest excuse going for leaving the site and it drives me nuts.
Let's be honest, there are 1000 things that I run into in my life that remind me of dip. Every single gas station that I pass, for instance. A daily promise NOT to use is by far the least destructive reminder that I have.
Anyone making that argument isn't being honest with themselves about their temptations and is looking for an excuse to fail.
So.very. lame.
Anyone can find an excuse to leave, and when they do, they were searching for one....but none are worth it if you want to be held accountable daily.
If i hadn't found this site and tried to quit, again, like before, I'd have bought more cans, dipped more crap, just like before.
I want to think of it, ...cuz if i dont, I'll become complacent and think i can do it on my own, and dont need accountability.
This is fool proof, of you really want it.
Own it.
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Last night was the closest I've been to caving in my 497 days of quit. It was after 3am and no one was awake although I'm sure if I would've called someone they would've answered me.
Here's the back story:
I like many other people have an addictive personality some of those addictions are good fishing, volunteer firefighting and others are not so good gambling, alcohol copious amounts most nights. I've struggled with this shit for many years the amount of money I've wasted on alcohol and scratch off tickets is sickening to say the least. I have an extremely stressful roller coaster job as I'm sure most of you know. All this has been building long before I quit chewing tobacco. I've been distant and at times verbally abusive to my wife. I didn't see it until last night when she asked me if we were breaking up and she didn't want the kids to suffer. I was sitting at work when this went down so I'm trying to keep my composure so I can do my job while I'm screaming on the inside. She was pretty serious about divorce and was worried about the kids and what was going to happen. I got off at 3am came home and she was asleep so I went to the one thing I knew would comfort me in my time of desperation. I hit the booze pretty hard, debated on eating a bullet, or buying a can of chew. If I'm going to lose my family then fuck it I might as well start dipping again why does it matter. I sat in my car buzzed fighting this monster in my head. She was a tough bastard and I decided to live my life without Nicotine like I promised. I know I'm well liked here and respected by tons of quitters. It feels good to be looked up to and I take pride in that, but last night I have no clue what stopped me from driving to the c store divine intervention hell I don't know. I was ready to throw all that away all of the work all of the relationships I've built here just like that.
I'm turning a new leaf today somehow I'm going to be a better husband and Father. I don't know where this road leads since I refused to travel it for so long, but I have to strap in and just ride it out. I talked to the wife today and I've believe all is well for the time being, but I'm on thin ice and if it breaks I'm surely drowning.
Ashleylynn, Carl and koolaid thank you for your kind words today you guys kept me sane and I don't think you know it. I would do anything for any of the Samurai and I appreciate the support I get when I'm down and out.
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Life goes on after we quit, no guarantee its all good things. I don't have much in the way of advice for you, but support I can offer.
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Ah man... I hurt for you!
If I could be so bold...
I know a lot of folks in here are scared of religion and religious tones, but it has always been my experience when I'm furthest away from God I'm furthest away from my family...
My thoughts are with you...
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DW I have walked the same path a year ago. Put your faith in others to shoulder the burderns of day to day. Talk with your wife and be open and honest about everything. Divorce is a way out to avoid the hard. Marriage is not easy but it gives you the biggest blessings in your life.
My phone is always on.
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I understand where you are coming from. I get stressed from my job and then tend to drink too much too often. I have been working on changing that behavior also. I am always here if you need anything.
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None of us are safe.
We all have the struggles and demons to deal with, some worse than others, but all tough.
One thing that I believe saved you is that you know you are not alone and that your family and marriage is hugely important to you.
You will never be alone, even if you try.
Your people here care and would do anything for you.
You are a staple here in these halls and I know you are here for many others.
Stay strong, stay the course, stay connected. Love you brother.
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Thank you for all the kind words and wave of support! Holy shit glad I have unlimited texting!! My phone has been blown up since all of this and that just shows the brotherhood and family strength here. I will continue to push forward one day at a time. I have things repaired with my wife which wouldn't have been possible if I would've hit the can and said fuck it. I have a long road ahead of me that was dark before, but all of you have provided the light I need to traverse it!!!!
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Thank you for all the kind words and wave of support! Holy shit glad I have unlimited texting!! My phone has been blown up since all of this and that just shows the brotherhood and family strength here. I will continue to push forward one day at a time. I have things repaired with my wife which wouldn't have been possible if I would've hit the can and said fuck it. I have a long road ahead of me that was dark before, but all of you have provided the light I need to traverse it!!!!
The steps we've taken to overcome the hated girl dog nic, are the same ones we can utilize in almost all dilemmas.
One day at a time and start fresh each day.
You have the wisdom inside of you to overcome this, for that wisdom has helped many of us traverse difficulties.
I'm always available if you ever need to talk through those trials yourself.
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Congrats on that mighty fine half dangle Dusty. :wub:
Soooo glad you're here, fighting the fight with all of us!!
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Congrats on that mighty fine half dangle Dusty. :wub:
Soooo glad you're here, fighting the fight with all of us!!
Enjoy the 500 dusty, it keeps getting better.
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Congrats on that mighty fine half dangle Dusty. :wub:
Soooo glad you're here, fighting the fight with all of us!!
Enjoy the 500 dusty, it keeps getting better.
Nice work, sir. You are for sure one of the leaders around here. Thanks for all that you do.
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Congrats on that mighty fine half dangle Dusty. :wub:
Soooo glad you're here, fighting the fight with all of us!!
Enjoy the 500 dusty, it keeps getting better.
Nice work, sir. You are for sure one of the leaders around here. Thanks for all that you do.
Congrats on the fifth floor. Thanks for your continued support and your leadership here!!!!
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Congrats on that mighty fine half dangle Dusty. :wub:
Soooo glad you're here, fighting the fight with all of us!!
Enjoy the 500 dusty, it keeps getting better.
Nice work, sir. You are for sure one of the leaders around here. Thanks for all that you do.
Congrats on the fifth floor. Thanks for your continued support and your leadership here!!!!
500 looks good on you!! Congratulations!!
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Congrats on that mighty fine half dangle Dusty. :wub:
Soooo glad you're here, fighting the fight with all of us!!
Enjoy the 500 dusty, it keeps getting better.
Nice work, sir. You are for sure one of the leaders around here. Thanks for all that you do.
Congrats on the fifth floor. Thanks for your continued support and your leadership here!!!!
500 looks good on you!! Congratulations!!
Nice work Dustin! You just keep Quittin' like the Bad-Ass you are and enjoy your day :)
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Congrats on that mighty fine half dangle Dusty. :wub:
Soooo glad you're here, fighting the fight with all of us!!
Enjoy the 500 dusty, it keeps getting better.
Nice work, sir. You are for sure one of the leaders around here. Thanks for all that you do.
Congrats on the fifth floor. Thanks for your continued support and your leadership here!!!!
500 looks good on you!! Congratulations!!
Nice work Dustin! You just keep Quittin' like the Bad-Ass you are and enjoy your day :)
Rockin' it, bro. Well done!
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Congrats on that mighty fine half dangle Dusty. :wub:
Soooo glad you're here, fighting the fight with all of us!!
Enjoy the 500 dusty, it keeps getting better.
Nice work, sir. You are for sure one of the leaders around here. Thanks for all that you do.
Congrats on the fifth floor. Thanks for your continued support and your leadership here!!!!
500 looks good on you!! Congratulations!!
Nice work Dustin! You just keep Quittin' like the Bad-Ass you are and enjoy your day :)
Rockin' it, bro. Well done!
Congratulations on the 500 Dweirick. Remember sometimes we get caught up in ourselves. We kinda put our lives before others we care for. Right now, we feel like this quit is all about me and we somehow forget to thank our spouses and kids for putting up with us being complete freaking assholes. I spend alot of time on ktc and im using it to fill the void of dipping. My wife finally said to me I wish you still dipped, at least you spent more time with us. Now I could have got all pissy about it but I thought about what she said and you know she's right, my very addictive ways have made me go balls deep all the way in ktc and made me forget what makes me FAMILY! I have made some great friends here and will hopefully continue to make more but my eyes have been opened to be careful this also involves your family and they are watching.
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Congrats on that mighty fine half dangle Dusty. :wub:
Soooo glad you're here, fighting the fight with all of us!!
Enjoy the 500 dusty, it keeps getting better.
Nice work, sir. You are for sure one of the leaders around here. Thanks for all that you do.
Congrats on the fifth floor. Thanks for your continued support and your leadership here!!!!
500 looks good on you!! Congratulations!!
Nice work Dustin! You just keep Quittin' like the Bad-Ass you are and enjoy your day :)
Rockin' it, bro. Well done!
Congratulations on the 500 Dweirick. Remember sometimes we get caught up in ourselves. We kinda put our lives before others we care for. Right now, we feel like this quit is all about me and we somehow forget to thank our spouses and kids for putting up with us being complete freaking assholes. I spend alot of time on ktc and im using it to fill the void of dipping. My wife finally said to me I wish you still dipped, at least you spent more time with us. Now I could have got all pissy about it but I thought about what she said and you know she's right, my very addictive ways have made me go balls deep all the way in ktc and made me forget what makes me FAMILY! I have made some great friends here and will hopefully continue to make more but my eyes have been opened to be careful this also involves your family and they are watching.
Congrats on your 500 dweirick! Keep being a leader here!
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Congrats on that mighty fine half dangle Dusty. :wub:
Soooo glad you're here, fighting the fight with all of us!!
Enjoy the 500 dusty, it keeps getting better.
Nice work, sir. You are for sure one of the leaders around here. Thanks for all that you do.
Congrats on the fifth floor. Thanks for your continued support and your leadership here!!!!
500 looks good on you!! Congratulations!!
Nice work Dustin! You just keep Quittin' like the Bad-Ass you are and enjoy your day :)
Rockin' it, bro. Well done!
Congratulations on the 500 Dweirick. Remember sometimes we get caught up in ourselves. We kinda put our lives before others we care for. Right now, we feel like this quit is all about me and we somehow forget to thank our spouses and kids for putting up with us being complete freaking assholes. I spend alot of time on ktc and im using it to fill the void of dipping. My wife finally said to me I wish you still dipped, at least you spent more time with us. Now I could have got all pissy about it but I thought about what she said and you know she's right, my very addictive ways have made me go balls deep all the way in ktc and made me forget what makes me FAMILY! I have made some great friends here and will hopefully continue to make more but my eyes have been opened to be careful this also involves your family and they are watching.
Congrats on your 500 dweirick! Keep being a leader here!
Dude, I'm a little late to the party but congrats on the half comma!!
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Congrats on that mighty fine half dangle Dusty. :wub:
Soooo glad you're here, fighting the fight with all of us!!
Enjoy the 500 dusty, it keeps getting better.
Nice work, sir. You are for sure one of the leaders around here. Thanks for all that you do.
Congrats on the fifth floor. Thanks for your continued support and your leadership here!!!!
500 looks good on you!! Congratulations!!
Nice work Dustin! You just keep Quittin' like the Bad-Ass you are and enjoy your day :)
Rockin' it, bro. Well done!
Congratulations on the 500 Dweirick. Remember sometimes we get caught up in ourselves. We kinda put our lives before others we care for. Right now, we feel like this quit is all about me and we somehow forget to thank our spouses and kids for putting up with us being complete freaking assholes. I spend alot of time on ktc and im using it to fill the void of dipping. My wife finally said to me I wish you still dipped, at least you spent more time with us. Now I could have got all pissy about it but I thought about what she said and you know she's right, my very addictive ways have made me go balls deep all the way in ktc and made me forget what makes me FAMILY! I have made some great friends here and will hopefully continue to make more but my eyes have been opened to be careful this also involves your family and they are watching.
Congrats on your 500 dweirick! Keep being a leader here!
Dude, I'm a little late to the party but congrats on the half comma!!
Not as late as me! Congrats DW!
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Happy birthday Dusty :wub:
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Today begins a whole new chapter in my life. I've accepted a job with the same Railroad my Father has been employed by for the past 20+ years. I have a huge reputation to live up to but I quit chewing so this is a walk in the park ;)
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Today begins a whole new chapter in my life. I've accepted a job with the same Railroad my Father has been employed by for the past 20+ years. I have a huge reputation to live up to but I quit chewing so this is a walk in the park ;)
Congrats Dustin and best of luck with the new gig!
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Today begins a whole new chapter in my life. I've accepted a job with the same Railroad my Father has been employed by for the past 20+ years. I have a huge reputation to live up to but I quit chewing so this is a walk in the park ;)
Congrats Dustin and best of luck with the new gig!
Congrats Dusty! Make your own reputation to complement your dad's.
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Today begins a whole new chapter in my life. I've accepted a job with the same Railroad my Father has been employed by for the past 20+ years. I have a huge reputation to live up to but I quit chewing so this is a walk in the park ;)
Congrats Dustin and best of luck with the new gig!
Congrats Dusty! Make your own reputation to complement your dad's.
Got one question. Do you get to carry the lantern?? Congrats
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Today begins a whole new chapter in my life. I've accepted a job with the same Railroad my Father has been employed by for the past 20+ years. I have a huge reputation to live up to but I quit chewing so this is a walk in the park ;)
Congrats Dustin and best of luck with the new gig!
Congrats Dusty! Make your own reputation to complement your dad's.
Got one question. Do you get to carry the lantern?? Congrats
Congrats DW! Good advice from nomore!
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Today begins a whole new chapter in my life. I've accepted a job with the same Railroad my Father has been employed by for the past 20+ years. I have a huge reputation to live up to but I quit chewing so this is a walk in the park ;)
Congrats Dustin and best of luck with the new gig!
Congrats Dusty! Make your own reputation to complement your dad's.
Got one question. Do you get to carry the lantern?? Congrats
Congrats DW! Good advice from nomore!
very happy for you dusty!
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Today begins a whole new chapter in my life. I've accepted a job with the same Railroad my Father has been employed by for the past 20+ years. I have a huge reputation to live up to but I quit chewing so this is a walk in the park ;)
Congrats Dustin and best of luck with the new gig!
Congrats Dusty! Make your own reputation to complement your dad's.
Got one question. Do you get to carry the lantern?? Congrats
Congrats DW! Good advice from nomore!
very happy for you dusty!
Take full advantage of it and work your ass off, oh wait you did say railroad! ? good luck, I'm sure you will do well!
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Today begins a whole new chapter in my life. I've accepted a job with the same Railroad my Father has been employed by for the past 20+ years. I have a huge reputation to live up to but I quit chewing so this is a walk in the park ;)
Congrats Dustin and best of luck with the new gig!
Congrats Dusty! Make your own reputation to complement your dad's.
Got one question. Do you get to carry the lantern?? Congrats
Congrats DW! Good advice from nomore!
very happy for you dusty!
Take full advantage of it and work your ass off, oh wait you did say railroad! ? good luck, I'm sure you will do well!
So happy for you DW....told you it was gonna be an awesome birthday present!!!! Also saw your note about having to pull back. Completely understandable given the new work situation. Extremely proud of you on a number of fronts....quitting, moderating, laying off the booze, now the new job.... Attaboy just seems to be so weak!!
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6th floor.
Keeps going up.
Badass quitter and friend.
Although i miss out late charts in LIVE with the crowd,
I'm actually way more happy for you on your new career and that your outlook is sunny and happy!
Love ya Dusty.
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Welcome aboard bud. Lots of good stuff here. Nothing like the sweet smell of freedom washing over your soul.
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Congrats on 600 days brother! B)B
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Congrats on 600 days brother! B)B
Congrats to a bad ass conductor! See you in the 6th floor in a few months.
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Congrats on 600 days brother! B)B
Congrats to a bad ass conductor! See you in the 6th floor in a few months.
Kudos D and thanks for all your support in the DoG ? house
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Congrats on 600 days brother! B)B
Congrats to a bad ass conductor! See you in the 6th floor in a few months.
Kudos D and thanks for all your support in the DoG ? house
Congrats on 6th floor man!!
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Congrats on 600 days brother! B)B
Congrats to a bad ass conductor! See you in the 6th floor in a few months.
Kudos D and thanks for all your support in the DoG ? house
Congrats on 6th floor man!!
Congrats on 6 floors!! Thank you for all your help and support!!!
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Congrats on 2 laps man!!
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Congrats on 2 laps man!!
2 years in the books Dusty. Love ya! :wub:
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Congrats on 2 laps man!!
2 years in the books Dusty. Love ya! :wub:
Congratulations!! - 2 years is such an amazing accomplishment!!!!
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Congrats on 2 laps man!!
2 years in the books Dusty. Love ya! :wub:
Congratulations!! - 2 years is such an amazing accomplishment!!!!
Damn two years already!!! Congrats brother, thanks for all you do!
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Congrats on 2 laps man!!
2 years in the books Dusty. Love ya! :wub:
Congratulations!! - 2 years is such an amazing accomplishment!!!!
Damn two years already!!! Congrats brother, thanks for all you do!
Nice job sir
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Congrats on 2 laps man!!
2 years in the books Dusty. Love ya! :wub:
Congratulations!! - 2 years is such an amazing accomplishment!!!!
Damn two years already!!! Congrats brother, thanks for all you do!
Nice job sir
Thank you! This place has always been the center of my success without it I'd still be hitting the can.
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Congrats on 2 laps man!!
2 years in the books Dusty. Love ya! :wub:
Congratulations!! - 2 years is such an amazing accomplishment!!!!
Damn two years already!!! Congrats brother, thanks for all you do!
Nice job sir
Thank you! This place has always been the center of my success without it I'd still be hitting the can.
DW! Two years little quit brother!! That's awesome. Keep pluggin away!!
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Congrats on 2 laps man!!
2 years in the books Dusty. Love ya! :wub:
Congratulations!! - 2 years is such an amazing accomplishment!!!!
Damn two years already!!! Congrats brother, thanks for all you do!
Nice job sir
Thank you! This place has always been the center of my success without it I'd still be hitting the can.
DW! Two years little quit brother!! That's awesome. Keep pluggin away!!
way to go DW!
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Congrats on the comma Dusty!
'party2'
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Congrats on the comma Dusty!
'party2'
Congrats Brother! That's huge!! 'oh yeah'
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Congrats on the comma Dusty!
'party2'
Congrats Brother! That's huge!! 'oh yeah'
Congrats on the comma!
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Congrats on the comma Dusty!
'party2'
Congrats Brother! That's huge!! 'oh yeah'
Congrats on the comma!
Thank you everyone!
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Congrats on the comma Dusty!
'party2'
Congrats Brother! That's huge!! 'oh yeah'
Congrats on the comma!
Thank you everyone!
congrats Mr conductor! See you in about 58 days in 4 digit land! Good stuff man!!!!
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Congrats on the comma Dusty!
'party2'
Congrats Brother! That's huge!! 'oh yeah'
Congrats on the comma!
Thank you everyone!
congrats Mr conductor! See you in about 58 days in 4 digit land! Good stuff man!!!!
Belated congratulations!
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Wow ... what a waste of a
good quit temporary stoppage.
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Wow ... what a waste of a good quit temporary stoppage.
You're absolutely correct Sir..... I will come back from this....
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Congrats on your HOF today, sir. It takes big brass balls to come back and take your lumps and take your quit by the horns. I'm glad you did. Now keep on keeping on!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOcvp77e41U (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOcvp77e41U)
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Congrats on your HOF today, sir. It takes big brass balls to come back and take your lumps and take your quit by the horns. I'm glad you did. Now keep on keeping on!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOcvp77e41U (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOcvp77e41U)
Thank you I'm feeling pretty good finally!
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Congrats on your HOF today, sir. It takes big brass balls to come back and take your lumps and take your quit by the horns. I'm glad you did. Now keep on keeping on!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOcvp77e41U (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOcvp77e41U)
Thank you I'm feeling pretty good finally!
Very awesome! Congrats Dusty!
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3684 days…. (10 Years)
Those above numbers represent where I would be today had I pulled my head out of my ass and quit like I was supposed to. Instead, I chose to go back to the Nic bitch and abandoned everyone and all the tools that helped me reach 1038 days. I think from research that is the last day count I posted here before burning all my bridges and walking away. Arguably one of the stupidest things I have done to this date. Just when I thought I couldn’t do anything dumber I drop the bar real low and come back in here in 2018 after I trashed all those days, burnt my support bridges and let a whole shit load of people down. One would think after all that, I would learn a lesson and remain quit for good this time around. Well here DWEIRICK is yet again posting up a Day 23 count…
I know where things went wrong, and it was a simple fix. I didn’t see it as a simple fix at the time, and I felt like it was more hassle than what it was worth. Taking care of my mental health should have been as important to me as my quit. I neglected that aspect for many years and I think I did it on purpose so in the event I would cave I would have an excuse, invalid as that excuse is, it was there for me to use. I have since corrected that issue and got myself out of some really bad situations that were not good for me or my mental health.
I also decided to unplug my head from my ass so that I could take this quit to heart and make it a true final quit. I know that I can’t quit without KTC. I know that if I walk away from here at any point in my quit, I will jeopardize my success. I know that burning bridges and cutting ties with other quitters who are just trying to hold me accountable is detrimental to my quit. I know not posting my promise each day and remaining connected is detrimental to my quit.
Yesterday EdT3329 (Nov 21) posted Jenny and Tom Kerns story in October 2025. I have made it my personal mission to read this story each day, and I will read it each time a craving hit's. Thank you for posting this, EdT3329. I have six beautiful children, an amazing, beautiful and absolutely supportive wife. I won’t rob them of any more time with their father or my wife's husband for a worthless plant in a damn can….
I apologize to everyone at KTC that I let down, and I apologize to myself for not loving or caring about myself enough to take this more seriously the other two times I came here.
I have reached out to many of the old bridges I had burnt to the ground, and I shit you not these bad ass quitters helped me rebuild those same bridges that I torched. If that does not show you the dedication and commitment of the members of KTC to fellow brothers and sisters, I don’t know what will! I also have gained new bridges with my return, and I fully intend to keep them intact, whatever the cost may be.
I have put things in place to protect my quit and I have made my quit a priority over anything else this time. Nothing could be more important than breaking from this addiction so that I don’t have to look at my family one day and say: “I chose nicotine over my life with all of you, and I chose to let you watch me die an agonizing death over giving up this addiction once and for all”
DWEIRICK - Day 23
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Day 24 - Since my return I have been reading a lot of stuff on the original KTC forum from my first quit group in 2015 to my second group in 2018. Man, the shit I am reading about myself and the constant cries for help but failing to do anything really hit a chord with me. I guess you never know until you actually sit back and look deep into what’s going on. (I knew I just decided to remain blind)
It seems like I was always deflecting back to issues with alcohol and my mental health. Jeez maybe I should have taken a minute to actually read what I was fucking typing…
Like many others here I have been down and out, and the only difference is instead of being strong and using my knowledge and tools, I took the easy way out each damn time and went back to the can…
I spent some time reflecting and I realized I cannot leave here. I need accountability and I must put everything I have into this quit. Although I did not let this place work before, I know I can let it work this time. I know nothing in life goes as planned and issues will arise in the future for me, but tackling those issues with nicotine will now be off the table for me. I’m up to 30 contacts and I made myself a promise that if I ever get to the point that I want to fade or I think dipping is the answer, I have to ask permission from those 30 quitters and I know what that answer will be….
Now with my mental health in check and where it needs to be and I no longer struggle with alcohol it is time to grab them bootstraps and absolutely rock this quit. Nothing is more important to me than my freedom from this addiction. I will fight with everything I have and every tool available to be nicotine free. Thank you all for the ass kicking's and the support!
9862 days is approximately how many days I used for. That is roughly 27 years of chewing with a stoppage here and there. I will commit to posting each day to match the amount of time I chewed for, once that is complete, I will continue to post. I never want, nor will I post another day 1 again. NAFAR….
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Day 42
The mental game this time around is far more intense than ever before. I’m not sure what clicked this time around and why things seem so difficult to navigate, but I almost feel like I am on cloud nine and truthfully I don’t care what happens around me. Mentally I feel like I don’t really care about anything other than this quit. Somedays I feel like problems that should be major issues aren't really that major and I could give two shits about them. Probably not a good thing if I am being honest, or maybe I just stopped letting stupid shit that is not that impactful bother me anymore. Some shit you can change and some you can’t. Regardless none of these things are fixed or made better by Nic so being quit must remain the constant..
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Day 47
Yesterday I had the honor and privilege to talk to EV (May23) on the phone... This fucker is as wild and crazy on the phone as he is in here, but damn can he drop some quit knowledge!! If you are new or have been here and are reading this and you haven't talked to another quitter over the phone, go and do it!! I know the next time I have a bad crave or some wild shit happens, and I find myself in the parking lot of the C-store I will have no issue calling up EV since I already talked to him and built that level of comfort with him. I will always feel awkward talking to him, but that is because he is absolutely nuts... (Pun intended) Thank you EV for your time, much appreciated brother!
Day 43
Lost someone today in September to a cave. Not the person I expected which made it sting even more. I had a good text chat with Candoit about learning to conserve my energy and that I need to help people and be there but not let my quit sit on the back burner or become too dependent on someone else. We can quit with you, but we can’t quit for you. Still learning how to be the best quitter for myself and keeping boundaries so I don’t get burnt out.
I also got to feel and see for the first time in ages how bad your cave fucks everyone else up and not just yourself. Tons and tons of quitters are dropping in with advice and support and when you don’t reach out at all and just cave it’s like a giant slap in the face to them. NAFAR.
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Day 60
Today I hit day 60 and it is also my daughter's 16th birthday. Things are still out of whack with her. My wife and I are butting heads over this, and it is all just pissing me off and it is pushing me back to the old Dustin. Old Dustin would shut down and just go numb and that is where I fear I am heading. I am still upset with my daughter and her actions, but I feel as my wife, and I are on different grounds when it comes to discipline and what not. I do think she needs to be punished and remain punished, but I also feel as though she needs our support, but she has burnt us more than once. It is a huge fucking struggle for me since I burnt people and bridges here, but I was given a second and third chance. I get it she did some bad shit, and she made some mistakes, but she is a kid... We all fucking did, shit I still am making mistakes all the damn time... I'm at a loss to be honest. I won't cave today; I made a promise to my brothers and sisters. Nicotine won't fix any of these issues. No matter what happens in this cluster fuck I have going on currently I swear to all of you that nicotine will not be a crutch or fix to my problems. I am stronger than a dead fucking plant in a plastic can and this bitch won't trick me today...
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Day 61
Today is a shit load better then yesterday! Although I did receive word that one of our Sept25 members caved 60 days in and now we are back down to 10...
Complacent has killed many good quits, mine included in the past...... This fight does not end and that bitch is waiting around the corner with boxing gloves on and she's been training for the moment you slip up..... I will push forward with my Stronghold team as we step over the remains of another one who could not find the courage to win this fight, even though they had all the support and resources in front of them...