time to quit? my story

[stonepiano]

Completed my first week. Sounds crazy but the times I miss dipping the most is (ahem!) during private times with the internet. No shit. weird stuff.

[mich 34]

Stayed strong through the end of the work day. Did work out some frustration by "breaking down" cardboard boxes. More like destroy a dozen by ripping them into fist size pieces with my bare hands.

Aand yes, I joined the site several months ago, hoping to find the courage to quit. It didn't happen then but the important thing is I'm here now and I'm committed to making it stick.

Actually, I think I'm committed. I kinda lost track on why I chose to quit now. My mind has been really fuzzy since I stopped.

So far, I've noticed a slimy white layer of my inner lip coming loose and peeling off. Like my body's trying to heal. It's happened before when I took a couple days off (family trips and what not). The skin that's left now feels smooth. Not rough like after I've had a two hour dip during a band rehearsal.

Thanks for the support offers for texts and phone. I'm a shy non-phone person in general so I'm hoping I can keep things on the board here. I appreciate everyone's advice and even the harsh warnings as well. We all need reminders (and threats) about what happens if we fail.

Day 2, in the books.

I fucking hate talking to and texting strangers, make some of these strangers into friends and give your number out to a few of the folks in your quit group, (you don't need to talk every day or even every week if you don't want to) it will make your quit stronger, the time when you think fuck it, i'll have a dip and just not come back to the site you'll remember that a few of the people you have given your word to have a way to track your ass down and will give you hell if you cave - it could be all the difference...

[OneImpressiveBall]

Actually, I think I'm committed. I kinda lost track on why I chose to quit now. My mind has been really fuzzy since I stopped.

I totally understand the fuzz, and sympathize, but I sincerely recommend that you figure out why you choose to quit and whether you're committed NOW. NOW.

Thanks for the support offers for texts and phone. I'm a shy non-phone person in general so I'm hoping I can keep things on the board here. I appreciate everyone's advice and even the harsh warnings as well. We all need reminders (and threats) about what happens if we fail.

My understanding is that the statistics say you are much more likely to fail if you can't get over your shyness and connect with a support network meaningfully. Like other aspects of your success or failure, it's your choice.

[stonepiano]

And I think I've posted roll on both my days but I could be doing it wrong. The whole "most recent post first" thing throws me for a loop.

[stonepiano]

Stayed strong through the end of the work day. Did work out some frustration by "breaking down" cardboard boxes. More like destroy a dozen by ripping them into fist size pieces with my bare hands.

Aand yes, I joined the site several months ago, hoping to find the courage to quit. It didn't happen then but the important thing is I'm here now and I'm committed to making it stick.

Actually, I think I'm committed. I kinda lost track on why I chose to quit now. My mind has been really fuzzy since I stopped.

So far, I've noticed a slimy white layer of my inner lip coming loose and peeling off. Like my body's trying to heal. It's happened before when I took a couple days off (family trips and what not). The skin that's left now feels smooth. Not rough like after I've had a two hour dip during a band rehearsal.

Thanks for the support offers for texts and phone. I'm a shy non-phone person in general so I'm hoping I can keep things on the board here. I appreciate everyone's advice and even the harsh warnings as well. We all need reminders (and threats) about what happens if we fail.

Day 2, in the books.

[Jmazzy]

Most folks on this forum probably have nicotine readily accessible at the snap of a finger, or as you relate walking distance in less than a minute. We choose not to take that walk. What the fuck does dip do for you? Anything you think it does for you is a false sense of pasification that you have come to rely on. Think about it. Do you need a pacifier? Can you control your own body and mind and make decisions for yourself? If you cannot, who can?

You said they charge 7.50 for a can. So what? Money is not a concern for an addict. Addicts beg borrow and steal to feed addiction. Often times the victim of these indiscretions is no one other than yourself.

When you decide you're finished with that shit post roll everyday and give it up. Dip is not an option for me today, and I hope you're with me.

Dipped 1-2 cans a day, 16 years. 50 days quit today.

Never thought of Nicotine and money like that. Great post. Hit home like crazy!!! :)

[sethj13]

Most folks on this forum probably have nicotine readily accessible at the snap of a finger, or as you relate walking distance in less than a minute. We choose not to take that walk. What the fuck does dip do for you? Anything you think it does for you is a false sense of pasification that you have come to rely on. Think about it. Do you need a pacifier? Can you control your own body and mind and make decisions for yourself? If you cannot, who can?

You said they charge 7.50 for a can. So what? Money is not a concern for an addict. Addicts beg borrow and steal to feed addiction. Often times the victim of these indiscretions is no one other than yourself.

When you decide you're finished with that shit post roll everyday and give it up. Dip is not an option for me today, and I hope you're with me.

Dipped 1-2 cans a day, 16 years. 50 days quit today.

[OneImpressiveBall]

Stone - Anybody can go out and do all sorts of stupid things in under a minute, and just about any stupid thing in the world if given an hour. You don't do the vast majority of those things. Is that luck? No. You choose not to do most stupid things. The complication here is that your stupid ape brain is addicted to nicotine, so it things it NEEDS to poison itself and the rest of your body. Using or not is still a choice. Just a hard choice for an addict to make correctly every time. But you don't have to make the right choice every time forever. Just today. Then, tomorrow, promise yourself publicly to make the right choice again. That's it.

Now, the fact is that unless you take a train to a one story building with a lobby and a convenience store, you can't really transact a can of dip into your hand in under a minute. It's gonna take you at least 3 (probably more like 5+). 3 minutes happens to be about how long a nicotine craving generally lasts, and it's more than enough time to call or text a quit buddy to tell them that you give up because you love nicotine and want to be with it forever.

[Bean]

Sprry...but luck has nothing to do with it. This is about YOU. Go to the Welcome Center and learn how to post roll and what it means. Then, find your quit group and post roll today. Stay quit all day, go to bed, wake up, post roll, and do it again.

There are no short-cuts and nobody can do this for you. This comes down to YOU making the decision to save your own life. YOU CAN DO THIS!!! We're all here to help, but you are the one who is going to set YOU free.

[jhaenel23]

I started dipping in 1996, my senior year in high school.

Became a daily dipper in the 2000s. Never more than a can or two a week because I alternated between dipping and cigs. For the last 3 or 4 years, I stopped smoking so I've been dipping at pretty much every free and waking moment. Dipping every time I get in the car. Dipping on the daily train commute. Dipping on the walk to the train. Dipping at my desk. Dipping after my wife goes to bed. Dipping in front of my newborn son.

And all of it done in secret. Taking small pinches to avoid suspicion. Using coffee cups with the lids on so it looks like I'm just having a day long coffee. brushing my teeth before getting home to my wife. mints, floss and mouthwash. hiding a spitter in the inside pocket of my bookbag.

So far, I'm on day 2. There's a convenience store in the lobby of the building where I work. They charge $7.50 for a Skoal mint. I could walk from my computer where I type right now and get a can in under a minute.

But, I suppose I shouldn't. At least not today. I've been thinking about it but I'm fighting the urge.  Wish me luck.

Welcome aboard brother!

Make sure you Log in every Morning! Jackwaginers!!!!!


Its a big deal and a pledge to all of us that we will not have Nicotine Today!!!


I am on Day 2 also! Welcome to the SUCK!! Been Chewing about as long as you. Never smoked. I will Quit with you bud! Dont Let the Nic Bitch get you!

See you tomorrow am!!!

Jhaenel23

[Instigator]

I started dipping in 1996, my senior year in high school.

Became a daily dipper in the 2000s. Never more than a can or two a week because I alternated between dipping and cigs. For the last 3 or 4 years, I stopped smoking so I've been dipping at pretty much every free and waking moment. Dipping every time I get in the car. Dipping on the daily train commute. Dipping on the walk to the train. Dipping at my desk. Dipping after my wife goes to bed. Dipping in front of my newborn son.

And all of it done in secret. Taking small pinches to avoid suspicion. Using coffee cups with the lids on so it looks like I'm just having a day long coffee. brushing my teeth before getting home to my wife. mints, floss and mouthwash. hiding a spitter in the inside pocket of my bookbag.

So far, I'm on day 2. There's a convenience store in the lobby of the building where I work. They charge $7.50 for a Skoal mint. I could walk from my computer where I type right now and get a can in under a minute.

But, I suppose I shouldn't. At least not today. I've been thinking about it but I'm fighting the urge. Wish me luck.

Methinks there is more to your story. You joined in June. You ever post roll? Why coming back four months later? Tell us the real story.

Btw...there is no luck involved.

[stonepiano]

I started dipping in 1996, my senior year in high school.

Became a daily dipper in the 2000s. Never more than a can or two a week because I alternated between dipping and cigs. For the last 3 or 4 years, I stopped smoking so I've been dipping at pretty much every free and waking moment. Dipping every time I get in the car. Dipping on the daily train commute. Dipping on the walk to the train. Dipping at my desk. Dipping after my wife goes to bed. Dipping in front of my newborn son.

And all of it done in secret. Taking small pinches to avoid suspicion. Using coffee cups with the lids on so it looks like I'm just having a day long coffee. brushing my teeth before getting home to my wife. mints, floss and mouthwash. hiding a spitter in the inside pocket of my bookbag.

So far, I'm on day 2. There's a convenience store in the lobby of the building where I work. They charge $7.50 for a Skoal mint. I could walk from my computer where I type right now and get a can in under a minute.

But, I suppose I shouldn't. At least not today. I've been thinking about it but I'm fighting the urge. Wish me luck.