Hey guys,
I'm on day 5 of my quit. I'm proud of myself, but I've done it before. I am 23 and I started dipping with my buddies from time to time in 5th grade, then became an everyday dipper in 7th grade. I used Copenhagen Long Cut most often, and Grizzly Wintergreen for a few years. I just graduated college and will be attending law school this fall. I certainly wanted to get through the heavy lifting of my quit before feeling the stress of law school.
Last summer, I didn't dip for about 6 weeks. This quit is different though. In the past I thought it was okay to get a dip here and there, like one every three weeks or so. Also, the partying that comes along with undergrad dragged me back. Now I won't have the frat lifestyle to bring back my old habits.
The reason for my quit is simple: my teeth are getting pretty messed up. Last year, I had a root canal. So obviously, I had to switch sides I dip on. Now, my teeth are getting pretty bad on the other side. I always had a great smile in high school, even though I dipped. It has gotten yellowed quite a bit, and my dentist cringes when he looks in my mouth.
Now, I'm to the age where I am interested in dating and settling down long term. I don't want a disgusting habit to deter a total babe. I fucking love dipping. But, it's not worth risking long term happiness and/or health over.
Nick