Hello hello

[Athan]

Coach,
Early on, pre-HoF, you faltered and I was all over you about how you weren't going to make it.
I've had to eat those words many times.
So very pleased to do it.
Congratulations on 1000 days of freedom.
Quitting with you today.

[Hutch18]

Temptation is high today. IÂ’m 2 days away from the second anniversary of my motherÂ’s death. It was sudden, unexpected (cardiac),and happened on a Sunday. So in a way this is more like the anniversary than the actual date. IÂ’m alone, running errands, and have cried a lot already today. IÂ’ll get through it, but am really really craving it right now. ?

CoachK - great job on the quit. You are on the right site with a great group of quitters to support you through the good and bad days. I know from experience, I have called, texted and just ranted a few times in the last 66 days. That is what make this site special and holds me accountable. Plus some of these bad ass quitters will find me and beat my ass if i cave.

PM if you want someone else to text or help you through this.

[ZillahCowboy]

Temptation is high today. IÂ’m 2 days away from the second anniversary of my motherÂ’s death. It was sudden, unexpected (cardiac),and happened on a Sunday. So in a way this is more like the anniversary than the actual date. IÂ’m alone, running errands, and have cried a lot already today. IÂ’ll get through it, but am really really craving it right now. ?

You're doing fine. Nice job posting roll every day. Stick with it.
ZillahCowboy 1721

[arrakisdq]

Temptation is high today. IÂ’m 2 days away from the second anniversary of my motherÂ’s death. It was sudden, unexpected (cardiac),and happened on a Sunday. So in a way this is more like the anniversary than the actual date. IÂ’m alone, running errands, and have cried a lot already today. IÂ’ll get through it, but am really really craving it right now. ?

Coach- stay busy today. Stay close to the site, hop in chat. Feel your feelings. You posted roll this morning, so you don't have to worry about dip.
You are a quitter.

You have my number Coach. I lost my Mother-in-Law and Dad within a month of each other 4 years ago. I know the grief part and am here if needed.

[quitNWinay]

Prayers for mom... Stay strong! Dip will not make anything easier, it just adds to the number of problems you already have! Proud to quit with you today!!!

[PMILS]

Temptation is high today. IÂ’m 2 days away from the second anniversary of my motherÂ’s death. It was sudden, unexpected (cardiac),and happened on a Sunday. So in a way this is more like the anniversary than the actual date. IÂ’m alone, running errands, and have cried a lot already today. IÂ’ll get through it, but am really really craving it right now. ?

Coach- stay busy today. Stay close to the site, hop in chat. Feel your feelings. You posted roll this morning, so you don't have to worry about dip.
You are a quitter.

[CoachK33]

Temptation is high today. IÂ’m 2 days away from the second anniversary of my motherÂ’s death. It was sudden, unexpected (cardiac),and happened on a Sunday. So in a way this is more like the anniversary than the actual date. IÂ’m alone, running errands, and have cried a lot already today. IÂ’ll get through it, but am really really craving it right now. ?

[quitNWinay]

Thanks, guys. Got through my first coaching game without it. Well, without the post-game dip to relax me. I had a giant wad of gum all during the game, and it seemsd to help... I was sick of having something in my mouth by the tone the game ended. Also, was in my car, rummaging g through my center console, and found 2 unused pouches....and threw them right out the window. CanÂ’t say I didnÂ’t think about it... but... I thought about how I JUST posted this intro today, and how I didnÂ’t want to have to come back ashamed this evening! Awesome accountability, right from the start with this group!!! Thanks to you all, and to whomever started this site.

Wow Coach... That's an awesome victory you had on Day 1! Treasure these small victories, they add up to a lot over a period of time! Fake chews and gums help, keep em handy. Spend as much time as possible during the initial phase surfing and posting on KTC, it helps! Chug a lot of water and keep yourself physically occupied! When symptoms become bothersome, belly breathing helps! I promise, this will get better. Weekends are bad, so stay extra vigilant...

Proud to quit with you today!!!

[CoachK33]

Thanks, guys. Got through my first coaching game without it. Well, without the post-game dip to relax me. I had a giant wad of gum all during the game, and it seemsd to help... I was sick of having something in my mouth by the tone the game ended. Also, was in my car, rummaging g through my center console, and found 2 unused pouches....and threw them right out the window. CanÂ’t say I didnÂ’t think about it... but... I thought about how I JUST posted this intro today, and how I didnÂ’t want to have to come back ashamed this evening! Awesome accountability, right from the start with this group!!! Thanks to you all, and to whomever started this site.

[Tennesseexdipper]

CoachK! Congratulations, you're there! At the start of a new life, new, thoughts, new day and quite honestly more cash in your hand. Keep doing it!

[Capital70]

Welcome to the quit party! You are making a great choice! I will send you my number if you want some added accountability! Based on your quit date you are going to be in the bad ass November group!!!

[Daddy_shark]

Glad to see you on here and owning your quit Coach. I'll PM you my number, as I'm sure many else will as well. The accountability in the morning really helps. Stay strong, you're through the worst of it.

Day 28 for me - IQWYT

[RDB]

Welcome.

Wow, you've made it three weeks on your own. That's great. You're through the worst of it.

I see you posted roll. Keep doing that every single day - weekends, holidays, birthdays and sick days included. Posting roll is the secret that keeps us quit. It sounds silly - making a promise to a bunch of internet strangers, but after a while you will get to know the people in your group, and they will become your brothers and sisters, and the last thing in the world you will want to do is let any of them down by caving.

On word of caution - you referred to your "gross little habit". Keep in mind this is a full-blown addiction. Fundamentally, we are no different than a heroin addict. You would be well served to think of it as an addiction.

[CoachK33]

Quit Date
8/17/18
First timer here. Quit on August 18, and going through all the crazy symptoms, “I’m dying” anxiety (allergies and sinus issues that I’ve had all my life, but now I’M DYING), and mood swings. I’m 40, Started on the pouches 10ish years ago, just because it was available me and I was curious... and i found it kept my anxiety down and my focus up! Plus, i have always been a gum chewer so the oral fixation thing was a bonus too. I tried multiple times to quit, and now I’ve just had enough.

I just bought a house that I love.
I have a relationship and family I love.
I have a job that, on most days, I love.

Quit drinking at the start of this year, so really trying to hop on the healthy train.

IÂ’ve lurked on this site for a little bit now, but I really want the support of a community. IÂ’m female, so 99% of the people in my life donÂ’t know that I had this gross little habit.

Nice to meet you all, and glad to have others to go through this with!

[Athan]

I really think you're going to make it CoachK.  I'm very looking forward to eating my words on your HOF!