Time to do this!

[ZillahCowboy]

31 days quit today. A full calendar month. I'm still feeling the wrath of the nic bitch, but I'm learning how to deal with it. Cotton mouth is finally gone. Still taking care of the spreadsheet for March '16 and slowing seeing quitters move to the MIQ section. I've reached out, giving out my digits to many. I have quite a few quitters I know I can call or text if I'm hurting as well. Yall are a big reason for this success, and for that I thank you. I'm telling everyone. Today I learned that my older brother started his quit 3 days ago. That makes me damn proud too. I've gotten him on the right path toward KTC and we should see him sign up in the next few days.

MENTAL March of 2016 is getting to be a tight knit group, and a damn fine one at that. I still only quit today. Tomorrow I'll worry about tomorrow. Always gotta be ODAAT.

I plan on kicking energy drinks to the curb as well. I just don't want to set myself up for a cave. Any insight or experience regarding that is much appreciated.

I QLFT with the Badass Quitters of KTC

Nice work Steel. A solid quit going here.

[Steel Cowboy]

31 days quit today. A full calendar month. I'm still feeling the wrath of the nic bitch, but I'm learning how to deal with it. Cotton mouth is finally gone. Still taking care of the spreadsheet for March '16 and slowing seeing quitters move to the MIQ section. I've reached out, giving out my digits to many. I have quite a few quitters I know I can call or text if I'm hurting as well. Yall are a big reason for this success, and for that I thank you. I'm telling everyone. Today I learned that my older brother started his quit 3 days ago. That makes me damn proud too. I've gotten him on the right path toward KTC and we should see him sign up in the next few days.

MENTAL March of 2016 is getting to be a tight knit group, and a damn fine one at that. I still only quit today. Tomorrow I'll worry about tomorrow. Always gotta be ODAAT.

I plan on kicking energy drinks to the curb as well. I just don't want to set myself up for a cave. Any insight or experience regarding that is much appreciated.

I QLFT with the Badass Quitters of KTC

[wastepanel]

Day 4 coming to an end. Started Wellbutrin, no noticeable differences. Definitely had some strong cravings today, but no chance of caving. Relying on seeds and chewing gum. Drinking water and constantly visiting the forums to remind me of my quit. I've had mini battles in my head about my quit, but I'm still standing strong. Stayed quit today and gonna stay quit tomorrow. ODAAT

The first few days suck. There ain't no getting around that.

Fortunately, it makes the freedom so much sweeter. If this stuff was not so difficult to quit, we wouldn't appreciate what we've done. It sounds silly to tell somebody "I'm exhausted and brain dead from NOT chewing tobacco". But, at least in my case and most others, that withdrawal process is hard and beats you into a pathetic pile of mush. It sucks at the time but I will tell you: I'm on day 1649. I still remember how awful it was and that drives me to stay quit. I can't go through that again. This freedom is much too good.

My best suggestion to you is to make a friend in April 2016. I made my first friend in my group around day 6 (Eafman). I texted him like a teenage girl and let him know how bad this shit was and every time I celebrated a little victory. He did the same back to me (he was and is 3 days behind me). He has been my rock throughout my quit. Because of this, even though I've leaned on and been a support to numerous other quitters on this board, I owe him my quit. Outside of this, read as much as you can here. Prepare yourself for upcoming battles by planning to be quit. Remember that "ODAAT" moniker you tout and (most importantly) understand it. We make feel like we're quit forever, but a quit can only be built one decision at a time. The mini battles will always be there. Right now they're loud and overtake your thoughts. Later, they'll be fleeting thoughts. No matter how you slice it, they are battles and (most importantly) VICTORIES. Most importantly, post roll. It's where our quits start. Always.

I always got your back if you need it man. I'm sure there are hundreds and even thousands that will do the same for you today. All you have to do is ask.

EDIT: Apparently, I got stuck on page 1 and answered like you're on day 4. Oops. Way to rock that day 20 man.

[Steel Cowboy]

I'm now 20 days nicotine free and it's fucking awesome. I couldn't do it without this site or all you fuckin' quitters! Mini battles in my head are often, but quickly squashed knowing that I'm not the only quitter going through this wicked shit. I'm toughing through the worst cotton mouth I've ever had right now, along with canker sores. I see this as my mouth giving me payback for putting that poison in my body. Dreams are still occurring, some more realistic than others, freaking me out at times thinking I caved. I've acquired a handful of numbers, thus building my support system. Triggers such as chopping wood, the end of a house-fire, driving, eating, shitting, etc still bring up a small crave until I run my tongue across the inside of my lower lip and can feel how smooth it is. I've picked up handling the spreadsheet for my quit group, which I feel is helping TONS with my quit. It's amazing that I'm conquering this after using 1-2 cans of shit daily for 6+ years. I quit with all you bad-ass quitters today!

[Steel Cowboy]

New Year's Eve and I'm working. It's actually a blessing because I can't drink so my guard won't drop. I'm ending 2015 nicotine free and it feels great! My new coping mechanism is cinnamon fire Jolly Ranchers rather than seeds. I'm trying to avoid fake because I think it'll remind me too much of that nasty shit. Happy New Year quitters! ODAAT

[pab1964]

I've noticed myself telling people about my quit. I'm proud of my quit and I also want the accountability from those around me. I'm around people that dip pretty often and I notice the shit I used to do in order to revolve around that damn can. Almost two weeks into my quit and the benefits are awesome.

Dear future self, read this shit if you're contemplating doing something dumb!

Accountability is key SC. Don't be disheartened if some of the people you tell aren't impressed with your quit. Unless they are also an addict (like all of us here) they can not fully understand the magnitude of what you are doing. But we sure do and keep kicking ass.

You quit for yourself and no one else. Every day quit is the sweetest revenge.

Cowboy I'm damn proud of you my friend! I know your family is! Keep winning, it will get easier, I promise! Quit on!

[ZillahCowboy]

I've noticed myself telling people about my quit. I'm proud of my quit and I also want the accountability from those around me. I'm around people that dip pretty often and I notice the shit I used to do in order to revolve around that damn can. Almost two weeks into my quit and the benefits are awesome.

Dear future self, read this shit if you're contemplating doing something dumb!

Accountability is key SC. Don't be disheartened if some of the people you tell aren't impressed with your quit. Unless they are also an addict (like all of us here) they can not fully understand the magnitude of what you are doing. But we sure do and keep kicking ass.

You quit for yourself and no one else. Every day quit is the sweetest revenge.

[ChristopherJ]

I've noticed myself telling people about my quit. I'm proud of my quit and I also want the accountability from those around me. I'm around people that dip pretty often and I notice the shit I used to do in order to revolve around that damn can. Almost two weeks into my quit and the benefits are awesome.

Dear future self, read this shit if you're contemplating doing something dumb!

Accountability is key SC. Don't be disheartened if some of the people you tell aren't impressed with your quit. Unless they are also an addict (like all of us here) they can not fully understand the magnitude of what you are doing. But we sure do and keep kicking ass.

[Steel Cowboy]

I've noticed myself telling people about my quit. I'm proud of my quit and I also want the accountability from those around me. I'm around people that dip pretty often and I notice the shit I used to do in order to revolve around that damn can. Almost two weeks into my quit and the benefits are awesome.

Dear future self, read this shit if you're contemplating doing something dumb!

[ZillahCowboy]

Another successful day of quit. Hit double digits today and it's Christmas. It was awesome to hang out with family without having to throw in a dip. At the end of the family dinner I didn't constantly plan my after meal dip, nor did I throw one in for all the family to see (even though they were probably still eating). The urge was there though. Being the host was stressful, herding cats some of the time. But I kept telling myself "a problem + nicotine = 2 problems". I was also tossing back a few so I had to keep my guard up. Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a successful quit.

Nice work SC...but watch the alcohol. It has killed a million quits here.

[Rawls]

Another successful day of quit. Hit double digits today and it's Christmas. It was awesome to hang out with family without having to throw in a dip. At the end of the family dinner I didn't constantly plan my after meal dip, nor did I throw one in for all the family to see (even though they were probably still eating). The urge was there though. Being the host was stressful, herding cats some of the time. But I kept telling myself "a problem + nicotine = 2 problems". I was also tossing back a few so I had to keep my guard up. Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a successful quit.

Well done Cowboy....
One successful day at a time. OSDAAT
I QUIT with you today.
Merry Christmas!
Rawls 403

[Steel Cowboy]

Another successful day of quit. Hit double digits today and it's Christmas. It was awesome to hang out with family without having to throw in a dip. At the end of the family dinner I didn't constantly plan my after meal dip, nor did I throw one in for all the family to see (even though they were probably still eating). The urge was there though. Being the host was stressful, herding cats some of the time. But I kept telling myself "a problem + nicotine = 2 problems". I was also tossing back a few so I had to keep my guard up. Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a successful quit.

[ZillahCowboy]

You hit the nail on the head pab. We went from dinner to waiting in line to see Santa and I wasn't looking disgusting holding my little girls hand with one hand and a spitter in the other because I "had" to have one in after eating. The freedom is awesome.

Many many many more of these victories are imminent SC if you continue to keep your promise every day. You won't believe how much better it's going to get.

A nice quit started here...QLF with you SC.

[KingNothing]

You hit the nail on the head pab. We went from dinner to waiting in line to see Santa and I wasn't looking disgusting holding my little girls hand with one hand and a spitter in the other because I "had" to have one in after eating. The freedom is awesome.

Many many many more of these victories are imminent SC if you continue to keep your promise every day. You won't believe how much better it's going to get.

[Steel Cowboy]

You hit the nail on the head pab. We went from dinner to waiting in line to see Santa and I wasn't looking disgusting holding my little girls hand with one hand and a spitter in the other because I "had" to have one in after eating. The freedom is awesome.