Today I begin day 8 of being quit. I'm 26 and dipped for about 11 years, a can a day or more for the last 5-6 years. I work a high stress job where I was able to constantly have a lip in at my desk. I was to a point where I'd take my lip out, just to put another in about 60 seconds later. My gums hurt so bad that towards the end, dipping wasn't even enjoyable, putting a lip in hurt so bad, but I didn't care because I had to have it. I never spit, I'd just gut everything, it never really bothered me.
After constant pressure from my wife, I decided to dip the last of the can I bought on March 7th. My last lip was around 10:30 PM that night. I've been doing a lot of reading here to stay upbeat. I just moved from Florida to Texas to take a new position with my company, and do not know many folks in my new location, I also don't have any family members who have gone through this, so support is limited. I will rely on KTC to stay strong.
My first week was pretty hellacious. Headaches, irritability, constant craving, and very little sleep. I have not used any sort of substitute or replacement, just some sunflower seeds and water. I'm looking forward to my life that is not tied to a can, for many years "when can I dip" and "can I dip here" or "when can I get another can" have been constant, every day thoughts. I have too much to live for and too much to achieve to let a lip get in my way.
Thank you for the support. I will be posting roll daily in the June 17 Quit Group. I look forward to meeting you all and supporting you as well.
