New_Day 6_Serious Withdrawal

[tazmed]

Winning 1 day at a time for the rest of my life.

Keep this attitude and you'll be fine. Never again, not for ANY reason... 'archer'

[dippshit]

Day 11 starts today on Christmas Eve.  Day 10 went well.  Had 3 beers and not much triggered.  I am sure unusual result considering I never knew beer tasted so good because I never had one without a dip.  But trust me all, I remained alert and am aware the next beer could be different.  Falling asleep is getting better, staying asleep still difficult.  Edginess and irritability is nearly gone.  Just read a cave story from last night after 2 years + from quitting.  Makes this whole process even more scary because I read the same guys post about his 300 day mark and how strong he was.  I am so glad I have found this site, I will not use today.  JW 10 vs Nicotine 0.  Winning 1 day at a time for the rest of my life.

When these guys tell you to protect your quit, it isn't some cliche bullshit, it's the cold hard truth. It's like the guy who tought me how to walk plate and roll trusses (walking on a 2x4 wall 10 feet in the air not strapped to anything, because there is nothing to strap your ass too, framing the roof of a house) told me, "the day you stop being scared up here, is the day you fall." It's the same for this, the scariest thing about being quit is complacency. I'm glad your starting to see that.

That same guy also gave me my first dip, what gives.

[JWhorton]

Day 11 starts today on Christmas Eve. Day 10 went well. Had 3 beers and not much triggered. I am sure unusual result considering I never knew beer tasted so good because I never had one without a dip. But trust me all, I remained alert and am aware the next beer could be different. Falling asleep is getting better, staying asleep still difficult. Edginess and irritability is nearly gone. Just read a cave story from last night after 2 years + from quitting. Makes this whole process even more scary because I read the same guys post about his 300 day mark and how strong he was. I am so glad I have found this site, I will not use today. JW 10 vs Nicotine 0. Winning 1 day at a time for the rest of my life.

[Keddy]

Day 8 is complete and posted for 9. Anyone looking at this can tell the ability to sleep through the night is not yet cleared, but small price to pay to be Nicotine free another day. Today I will be going to coach a middle school wrestling team and watch my son continue his undefeated season. This will be the first time I can remember being at wrestling tournament where I will be following the law of no drugs on school premises. Sick thought of what kind of example I have been, but making the change for the better. I now have the support of all my wrestlers in this quit along with all of my brothers here. I will not fail on day 9 and can't wait to hit the DOUBLE DIGITS. Take care, and God Bless Quitters. Glad to have met you all.

JW

Nice job, JW!!!

The insomnia will ease as you progress with your quit. I've been there. It sucks. But if I can do it, you can too.

Giving nic the finger every day . . . . 'Finger'

[JWhorton]

Day 8 is complete and posted for 9. Anyone looking at this can tell the ability to sleep through the night is not yet cleared, but small price to pay to be Nicotine free another day. Today I will be going to coach a middle school wrestling team and watch my son continue his undefeated season. This will be the first time I can remember being at wrestling tournament where I will be following the law of no drugs on school premises. Sick thought of what kind of example I have been, but making the change for the better.  I now have the support of all my wrestlers in this quit along with all of my brothers here. I will not fail on day 9 and can't wait to hit the DOUBLE DIGITS. Take care, and God Bless Quitters. Glad to have met you all.

JW

[Souliman]

One day at a time

[PMac]

Proud to be quit another day with you JW.

[AtomicDiesel]

LL got it right man. Quit five minutes at a time, and never leave this site.

[LLCope]

Using this area as my periodic journal to follow the quit. Day 7 was by far the best day yet. Alot of the irritability and edginess has worn off. Still there but much less intense. The oral desire still peaked but controlled it by changing from constant sunflower seeds to some hard candy's. Had the most consistent sleep did not wake up until 3:30 am and now can't get back to sleep, but gives me the chance to sit here and read others posts and start my day with KTC - where I need to gain my strength.

Anyone days 1 through 7, believe the Vets, it gets better. Just fight it day by day and you will gain control. Thanks to all of those who got me through that and I will not fail any of my brothers. Day 8 will be better than yesterday. The Army calls and off to work today.

JW

JW,

It is going to be a rollercoaster. Don't look to far ahead. As a matter of fact don't look past today. You must own your quit each day by posting roll and staying active on this site.

Congrats so far--pm me if you need anything



LL

[JWhorton]

Using this area as my periodic journal to follow the quit. Day 7 was by far the best day yet. Alot of the irritability and edginess has worn off. Still there but much less intense. The oral desire still peaked but controlled it by changing from constant sunflower seeds to some hard candy's. Had the most consistent sleep did not wake up until 3:30 am and now can't get back to sleep, but gives me the chance to sit here and read others posts and start my day with KTC - where I need to gain my strength.

Anyone days 1 through 7, believe the Vets, it gets better. Just fight it day by day and you will gain control. Thanks to all of those who got me through that and I will not fail any of my brothers. Day 8 will be better than yesterday. The Army calls and off to work today.

JW

[rootboyslim]

JDub--- you can do it. I am day 219 today. I quit for three years and for some reason started one day a couple years back and hit it even harder for several years, until 219 days ago. I had a tough time last May when I quit for a second time. Like you, I have kids, 14, 14 and 12. I hid it from them,. I hid it from my wife. They still have no idea. It was almost criminal.

here is the kicker: I am so dang glad I stuck with it. You will, too. Need a dip? Get the mint snuff. it has no tobacco. After several days you will say this stuff sucks and just quit it all altogether. You're over the hump. You're quit. Don't ever go back. You cannot even have one or you are sunk. Walk away.

[Leahy16]

Glad I am doing it, will not fail, but only 6 days in and I am exhausted -physically and mentally.  The entire day is fighting urges, defeating triggers, mouth raw from sunflower seeds.  Had tears coming out of my eyes today and could not explain why at work.  Shaking.  Can't put another seed in my mouth tonight.  Have not had more that 2 hours of straight sleep since quitting.  Very glad to have found this sight today because I thougth that I was seriously weak until I found out that all of this was normal.  Thanks to all who have posted because you have made me believe that I will pull this off, and I will.

I will hit roll call daily and look forward to any support or ideas to get through this because I am miserable right now.

Thanks

JW

JW,

Welcome.

You are not alone. There are thousands of addicts here that have walked that mile in your shoes. We post roll here daily as our promise to not use for the day; we honor our promise as men and women of honor and integrity. We do this daily without looking to the future.

Join us by posting roll; when you do, you will receive support that addict celebrities cannot buy at rehab.

Check out the welcome center in the menu bar at the top of the page. Let me know if you have questions. I only have 218 days of experience, but I want to help.

JW - I know this can seem like an insurmountable task right now, that it's not worth the pain, or that you will be able to control this addiction and only have one...all of those thoughts are false and are part of this process of regaining control of your mind, body, and life.

You can do this in only one way. You must do this one day, one hour, one moment when necessary, at a time. You simply do NOT take a dip. Making a promise to those going through the same process is a magical thing. Don't ask me why, it just is. It's magical. You make this promise and these other 'people' on the net will help you, you will feel connected, you will feel empowered and you will succeed.

Post roll
stay quit.

I quit with you today. BTW, all these physical effects of withdrawal should end today/tomorrow, you will start sleeping better, your brain will slowly clear. You will get better...I promise you!

[JWhorton]

Glad I am doing it, will not fail, but only 6 days in and I am exhausted -physically and mentally. The entire day is fighting urges, defeating triggers, mouth raw from sunflower seeds. Had tears coming out of my eyes today and could not explain why at work. Shaking. Can't put another seed in my mouth tonight. Have not had more that 2 hours of straight sleep since quitting. Very glad to have found this sight today because I thougth that I was seriously weak until I found out that all of this was normal. Thanks to all who have posted because you have made me believe that I will pull this off, and I will.

I will hit roll call daily and look forward to any support or ideas to get through this because I am miserable right now.

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JW,

Welcome.

You are not alone. There are thousands of addicts here that have walked that mile in your shoes. We post roll here daily as our promise to not use for the day; we honor our promise as men and women of honor and integrity. We do this daily without looking to the future.

Join us by posting roll; when you do, you will receive support that addict celebrities cannot buy at rehab.

Check out the welcome center in the menu bar at the top of the page. Let me know if you have questions. I only have 218 days of experience, but I want to help.



218 Days is alot of experience and I will appreciate any advice or support that you can give me. I have fully committed to this for the first time in 24 years. I started when I was 12. I turn 36 in January. My oldest boy is now 12. My 10 year old and 6 year old asked me the other day why I wanted to kill myself. I have to do this. I need this assistance.

Thanks for reaching out -

JW

[dchogs]

Glad I am doing it, will not fail, but only 6 days in and I am exhausted -physically and mentally. The entire day is fighting urges, defeating triggers, mouth raw from sunflower seeds. Had tears coming out of my eyes today and could not explain why at work. Shaking. Can't put another seed in my mouth tonight. Have not had more that 2 hours of straight sleep since quitting. Very glad to have found this sight today because I thougth that I was seriously weak until I found out that all of this was normal. Thanks to all who have posted because you have made me believe that I will pull this off, and I will.

I will hit roll call daily and look forward to any support or ideas to get through this because I am miserable right now.

Thanks

JW

JW,

Welcome.

You are not alone. There are thousands of addicts here that have walked that mile in your shoes. We post roll here daily as our promise to not use for the day; we honor our promise as men and women of honor and integrity. We do this daily without looking to the future.

Join us by posting roll; when you do, you will receive support that addict celebrities cannot buy at rehab.

Check out the welcome center in the menu bar at the top of the page. Let me know if you have questions. I only have 218 days of experience, but I want to help.

[JWhorton]

Glad I am doing it, will not fail, but only 6 days in and I am exhausted -physically and mentally. The entire day is fighting urges, defeating triggers, mouth raw from sunflower seeds. Had tears coming out of my eyes today and could not explain why at work. Shaking. Can't put another seed in my mouth tonight. Have not had more that 2 hours of straight sleep since quitting. Very glad to have found this sight today because I thougth that I was seriously weak until I found out that all of this was normal. Thanks to all who have posted because you have made me believe that I will pull this off, and I will.

I will hit roll call daily and look forward to any support or ideas to get through this because I am miserable right now.

Thanks

JW