Hey everyone,
Appreciate you all taking the time. Stumbled upon the site as I was searching for dip alternatives in yet another effort to quit. The first dip I ever took was as a freshman in HS on the varsity baseball team. All the upperclassmen did it, and myself and the other freshman on varsity tried it as well to fit in. What I would give to have that day back and make the other choice.
It took me about another 2 years before I found a brand and flavor I liked enough to dip consistently, yet I had continued sparingly for whatever reason up until that point. As a player in college my usage greatly increased: bus rides, video games, late night studying, etc. I found a reason for dip to go hand in hand with pretty much any activity.
A few years later and now working in professional scouting I realize that dip is something that is constantly going to be around me given my choice of profession. If I don't make now the time to quit, I probably never will until it's too late. Despite numerous 'efforts' to quit (not sure exactly how much effort was put in), there has been very little success to this point. Like so many others I've always thought the worst could never happen to me. I hope to not have to find out.
Any general advice and/or direction as to the correct quit group to join is greatly appreciated. I wish everyone the best during the same struggle I will begin today.
Best,
JB
Welcome JB!!
You've come to the right place to make this Quit happen. I too started freshman year in HS baseball. To make a long story longer, it's 27 years later and I'm 33 days into my Quit.
Your battle will be tough, no getting around that. Especially in your job where you can't sling a dead cat without hitting someone with a dip in their face.
Here is my advice:
1. Read absolutely everything on this site.
2. Listen to the advice people give you.
3. Remember that everyone on this site knows what your going through.
Is it gonna Suck at first? FUCK YA
Is it gonna be a daily battle? FUCK YA
Is it gonna SAVE YOUR LIFE? FUCK YA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Make it happen brother, we are here to help you.
PM me if you need anything.
Brian