Hi All - This is my first post committing to a new start in my life; but this time, for the right reasons.
My name is Aaron and I am 24. I started dipping when I was 14, snagging pinches from my boss at an equine facility in Indiana. I didn't actually get hooked on it until later in high school; continuing the bad habit because it's what all the guys were doing. It started with just a dip before and after school and turned into 1 1/2 - 2 cans a day while in college. For the last year and half, I have been able to cut back to about a can a day - but it's running my life. I have tried quitting numerous other times, but it wasn't time for ME - it was on someone else's watch, and each time ended in excuses and failure.
This time is different. This time I am prepared and have a plan. This time I am ready for a new dawn in the reformation of my future. This time I have reasons I am not willing to put holes in. This time I am going to take back my life.
What makes me ready to begin this journey again to change my ending? First and foremost, this time it was my decision to quit; not my partner's, not anyone else's. I am a fighter - I am not willing to accept failure again. I am ready to take back my life - It's sad I always know where my can is, but can easily misplace other items: i.e.: phone, wallet, keys, etc. I no longer want to be dependent on dip. Gums are getting nasty. Bad breath. Scared of the big "C" word and other related health risks. Saving money. It's simply a disgusting habit. Of course, this is only the top of my list and there are numerous others.
How am I going to reach my 100 day mark? First, it starts with support here and at home. When I am craving a dip I have Grind - a caffeine pouch, gum, and Nicorette as a last resort. This time there is accountability - both here and at home. We recently purchased a farm, so will have plenty of things to keep me preoccupied with renovations and fencing. Lastly, when successful, I am allowing myself to trade back up to a new truck - hopefully incentivising the quit that much more.
If you have made it this far, I appreciate you reading my post. I look forward to hearing suggestions on what may/may not have worked for you during your quit. I will be posting roll first thing tomorrow in the May 2014 Group as tomorrow is Day 1. Thanks -