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[cbird65]

I hit day 30 tomorrow. But i feel like I am back at day one. It feels like I am walking through pea soup. It's like I am relying on the fake stuff to get from day to day. When is it time to look at getting rid of it?

You used nicotine for 15 years.

Your days used to quit ratio is like 5,475:30.

30 days is AWESOME and something to be proud of, but you got a pretty big rock to keep chipping away at.

I did too. Chewed Kodiak for 15 years. Was up to about 2 cans a day when I finally quit.

Not unusual to feel some funk around the 30 days and there is no real answer when you should stop with the fake. I say when you feel a little better and more confident , try to use less and less.

Right now you have to do what you have to do to keep nic out of your body.

The funks will fade and you WILL feel better.

You're in the heart of battle right now. You have to keep marching. Their are beautiful things ahead. I promise.

don't worry about the fake. the usage will fall away. try saying out loud, this is fake and its only a crutch to lean on for a while every time you grab a pinch.
your body knows its not the drug so don't fret about it. just keep putting a nail in the door every damn day by posting roll. the first 100 days was like a roller coaster and you just need to focus on learning the tools to combat nicotine. remember there isn't a silver bullet or magic number of days that cure us. we all fight our battles daily.

[Diesel2112]

I hit day 30 tomorrow. But i feel like I am back at day one. It feels like I am walking through pea soup. It's like I am relying on the fake stuff to get from day to day. When is it time to look at getting rid of it?

You used nicotine for 15 years.

Your days used to quit ratio is like 5,475:30.

30 days is AWESOME and something to be proud of, but you got a pretty big rock to keep chipping away at.

I did too. Chewed Kodiak for 15 years. Was up to about 2 cans a day when I finally quit.

Not unusual to feel some funk around the 30 days and there is no real answer when you should stop with the fake. I say when you feel a little better and more confident , try to use less and less.

Right now you have to do what you have to do to keep nic out of your body.

The funks will fade and you WILL feel better.

You're in the heart of battle right now. You have to keep marching. Their are beautiful things ahead. I promise.

[wmcatty]

I hit day 30 tomorrow. But i feel like I am back at day one. It feels like I am walking through pea soup. It's like I am relying on the fake stuff to get from day to day. When is it time to look at getting rid of it?

Kandalk, congrats on hitting the big 30. Did you think you would have made it this far a month ago? Remember to follow your quit plan...drink lots of water, exercise, and call me if things start looking shitty. I have plenty of faith in you. The fake has helped you with the oral part, but the nicotine withdrawl is still trying to convince your brain you need it. Screw that. One bad day is almost in the log books. Use the fake until you decide you longer need it...and keep telling yourself that you have beat the urge for 29 days and you will start beating it again in the morning. Give it hell, as you are winning the battle.

[KC_Guy]

I hit day 30 tomorrow. But i feel like I am back at day one. It feels like I am walking through pea soup. It's like I am relying on the fake stuff to get from day to day. When is it time to look at getting rid of it?

Bro days 30-40 were rough in my quit. Use whatever you have to use to stay quit. I used Smokey mountain daily until 5 days ago. Now I have only used 1 time in that stretch. What I am saying is that eventually your body and you will get tired of the fake. It varies from person to person though. Just keep that poison out of your body. Post roll and hang on tight. You got this man. I just finished up day 51. I was in your shoes just a couple of weeks back. One day at a time man.

[Kandalk]

I hit day 30 tomorrow. But i feel like I am back at day one. It feels like I am walking through pea soup. It's like I am relying on the fake stuff to get from day to day. When is it time to look at getting rid of it?

[Matt F]

Hey Kandalk, post or not, keep quit, keep strong, and keep in touch. I'll PM my digits to you and realize I can understand some of what your struggle is and the other guys have said there's definitely light at the end of the tunnel. And don't forget to post roll!

[Sage]

Hello k. You have to realize how important this quit is. Ask yourself if your worth it? Let me say that you are worth it. You are worth every withdrawal, every sleepless night, every crave and more.

Three times in a year I've been given devastating news. If you get time read my last thread on my intro. Don't be someones devastating news. Take all the steps you can to prevent your family from going through something you might be able to prevent.

You have been taking back your life from a enemy that shows no mercy. It takes time to get back some of what it has taken. Stay the course. Everything gets much better. Quitting is so worth it. You are so worth it. Ask your family,, I bet they will agree.

Srans, you just brought a tear to my eye...she IS worth it...and so are YOU.

[2mch2lv4]

Kandalk, I just sent you a response to your PM.  Remember the following until we talk again: YOU DO NOT HAVE PERMISSION TO USE NICOTINE!  Talk to your friends that have lost so much and put your energy into that right now.  The craves will pass, I promise you.

Aside from being the prettiest quitter on the site, wmcatty is also one of the most comitted to the cause. If he gave you his number, use it BEFORE you do something dumb. Brotherhood (Sisterhood) starts with accountability. You have to reach out for help when you need it. This interwebby-thing is great for communication but sucks for conveying emotion and needs that can easily be read face to face.

I don't see a post for today, Day 8. Reach out.

ACCOUNTABILITY!!!! I've reached out a number if times with no response whatsoever... You don't have to use the tools you're given but it will be much easier to succeed if you do. Quitting is all mental after the first few days.... Tell yourself you're not going to be a slave anymore, promise us you won't use, call or text when you struggle and JUST QUIT!! It really is that simple.

Hope all is well.

[srans]

Hello k. You have to realize how important this quit is. Ask yourself if your worth it? Let me say that you are worth it. You are worth every withdrawal, every sleepless night, every crave and more.

Three times in a year I've been given devastating news. If you get time read my last thread on my intro. Don't be someones devastating news. Take all the steps you can to prevent your family from going through something you might be able to prevent.

You have been taking back your life from a enemy that shows no mercy. It takes time to get back some of what it has taken. Stay the course. Everything gets much better. Quitting is so worth it. You are so worth it. Ask your family,, I bet they will agree.

[Diesel2112]

Hi. My name is Diesel2112. Well actually its Craig, my mom wasn't THAT stupid. Although I have always hated the name Craig.

Anyhoot, I hear you're having a tough go of late.

I've been there sista. It is tough stuff fo sho. (Read my intro if you have 3 hours of free time)

One thing you must remember is that you are doing the right thing. Doing the wrong thing by going back to Nicotine could literally kill you.

Two years ago my wife lost her uncle to small cell cancer caused directly by nicotine addiction.

He was 58 when he died, although the 2 years of his life stunk. In and out of chemo/radiation, lost all his hair, could barely eat, had zero energy...was just a sack of skin basically.

Prior to that the dude loved life. He loved the tigers, lions, and U of M football ( we are from Michigan). He was happily married and had a son who was 23 when he died. They were the perfect family. My kids loved Uncle Billy too. He treated them like gold.

Today...his wife is on a ton of anti depression meds, has lost their house and is bankrupt. Their son has become basically anti social and rarely comes to family functions anymore. My kids say "I wish Uncle Bill was gonna be there" every time we get together with that side of the family.

The dumb bastard chose nicotine for too long. Not only did it kill him, it left a path of destruction on those who loved him most. I guarantee if he had it to do over again he would have quit that shit.

YOU have that chance. You have already started down the road, the right road. Don't go back. I know the roads bumpy and sucky but we can help you walk it if you let us, and I promise it gets smoother.

58 years old.

Not sure how old you are, or that it matters. That's waaaay too young to die, especially when you are the one at the controls.

You can do this K. I KNOW you can. Don't be like Uncle Bill.

Grind this out and walk the road with us. Their are beautiful things to see. Things so beautiful you couldn't imagine them if I told you. The freedom you will feel is beyond words. Its rough in the beginning but so worth it.

Come back to us, please. It could literally be life or death.

Pm me ANY TIME you need help.

Diesel2112 aka Craig

[Nickald]

Kandalk is struggling today. She's gonna be strong but she could use some support today. Lets give it to her.

Hey K -

heard you are having a time that the rest of us also did. YOU CAN DO THIS. Never look too far ahead.

The next time you have a troubled feeling, just shout out : I AM QUIT AND I AM NOT GONNA TAKE THIS ANYMORE. Maybe throw in a couple of curses and then just start to laugh as you are so much better than the nic bitch.

You are winning, the nicotene is out of your system. Just keep pushing ahead and don't look back.

And don't forget that we are all here for you.

Be strong

Keep pushing thru one day at a time. It will get easier to be quit.

[SirDerek]

Kandalk is struggling today. She's gonna be strong but she could use some support today. Lets give it to her.

Hey K -

heard you are having a time that the rest of us also did. YOU CAN DO THIS. Never look too far ahead.

The next time you have a troubled feeling, just shout out : I AM QUIT AND I AM NOT GONNA TAKE THIS ANYMORE. Maybe throw in a couple of curses and then just start to laugh as you are so much better than the nic bitch.

You are winning, the nicotene is out of your system. Just keep pushing ahead and don't look back.

And don't forget that we are all here for you.

Be strong

[LionHeartedGirl]

Kandalk is struggling today. She's gonna be strong but she could use some support today. Lets give it to her.

[LionHeartedGirl]

You've got this! I'm proud of you for fighting through!

[Evil_Won]

Kandalk, I just sent you a response to your PM. Remember the following until we talk again: YOU DO NOT HAVE PERMISSION TO USE NICOTINE! Talk to your friends that have lost so much and put your energy into that right now. The craves will pass, I promise you.

Aside from being the prettiest quitter on the site, wmcatty is also one of the most comitted to the cause. If he gave you his number, use it BEFORE you do something dumb. Brotherhood (Sisterhood) starts with accountability. You have to reach out for help when you need it. This interwebby-thing is great for communication but sucks for conveying emotion and needs that can easily be read face to face.

I don't see a post for today, Day 8. Reach out.