General Discussion - 2013

[Joeyl41]

Thanks guys your right. I will not let the tobacco companies suck me in anymore. It's just crazy how strong chew really is. It's day 5 let's go do this.

[dam100]

Hi my name is joe and it's been 4 whole days without a chew. I've been chewing a can of Copenhagen a day for the last 12 years. I really enjoyed chewing as it helps the most boring tasks seem better. I don't even really want to quit but I know it's the right thing to do. I am tired however of being a slave to the can, working my days around my next dip. Also the bad the breath, recededing gum line, and sores and white spots in an around the gums. Not to mention it's socially unattractive.
The first 3 days were bad but not horrible. I was in a fog most of the time and couldn't concentrate on a damn thing. I feel like I have ADHD. The cravings came and went just tried not to think about it. Writing this post I feel like I can't think straight. It's the end of day 4 and the cravings and irritableness are really intense. 'bang head' I am so mad I feel like my blood is boiling. I'm pissed off just writing this. I tried quitting in the past many times with no luck , I just finally want to not feel like this anymore. My teeth are feeling really sensitive I think it's because of the PH balance thing.

Wish me luck I'm gonna need it

My teeth are uber sensitive I thought it was all the sugars and salts from all the Snacks been eating. I'm brand new to the site as well. Hang in there bro. I know I don't even feel like I "want" to quit but that's the nicotine talking.

[Evil_Won]

Hi my name is joe and it's been 4 whole days without a chew. I've been chewing a can of Copenhagen a day for the last 12 years. I really enjoyed chewing as it helps the most boring tasks seem better. I don't even really want to quit but I know it's the right thing to do. I am tired however of being a slave to the can, working my days around my next dip. Also the bad the breath, recededing gum line, and sores and white spots in an around the gums. Not to mention it's socially unattractive.
The first 3 days were bad but not horrible. I was in a fog most of the time and couldn't concentrate on a damn thing. I feel like I have ADHD. The cravings came and went just tried not to think about it. Writing this post I feel like I can't think straight. It's the end of day 4 and the cravings and irritableness are really intense. 'bang head' I am so mad I feel like my blood is boiling. I'm pissed off just writing this. I tried quitting in the past many times with no luck , I just finally want to not feel like this anymore. My teeth are feeling really sensitive I think it's because of the PH balance thing.

Wish me luck I'm gonna need it

You can't quit if you don't want to. Want and Need and very different.

Quitting is a fight every minute, of every hour, of every day. If there is even a small part of you that truly "enjoyed chewing", as you say, then you will fail.

Do some soul searching. Make a list of reasons to continue chewing, and reasons to quit. To date, no one has given a valid reason to continue. Not one. Reasons like "it helps me relax", and as you said, "it helps the most boring tasks seem better" are all smoke and mirrors. Rationalizing to continue use and to put it up on some false alter is addict speak.

Nicotine is the drug. I am a nicotine addict. I couldn't think of a single reason to continue, but many to stop being a slave. I have chosen to be nicotine free for 347 straight days. I'm still an addict. I still think about dip daily. But, since quitting, I actively fight to remain quit each day and that has only been possible with KTC and the people that make it a community. I HATE nicotine and the drug companies that push it. I hate what it did to me. I hate who I was while using it for 16 years.

Start reading the Welcome Center. Know what you are getting into.

[Joeyl41]

Hi my name is joe and it's been 4 whole days without a chew. I've been chewing a can of Copenhagen a day for the last 12 years. I really enjoyed chewing as it helps the most boring tasks seem better. I don't even really want to quit but I know it's the right thing to do. I am tired however of being a slave to the can, working my days around my next dip. Also the bad the breath, recededing gum line, and sores and white spots in an around the gums. Not to mention it's socially unattractive.
The first 3 days were bad but not horrible. I was in a fog most of the time and couldn't concentrate on a damn thing. I feel like I have ADHD. The cravings came and went just tried not to think about it. Writing this post I feel like I can't think straight. It's the end of day 4 and the cravings and irritableness are really intense. 'bang head' I am so mad I feel like my blood is boiling. I'm pissed off just writing this. I tried quitting in the past many times with no luck , I just finally want to not feel like this anymore. My teeth are feeling really sensitive I think it's because of the PH balance thing.

Wish me luck I'm gonna need it

[Joeyl41]

Hi my name is joe and it's been 4 whole days without a chew. I've been chewing a can of Copenhagen a day for the last 12 years. I really enjoyed chewing as it helps the most boring tasks seem better. I don't even really want to quit but I know it's the right thing to do. I am tired however of being a slave to the can, working my days around my next dip. Also the bad the breath, recededing gum line, and sores and white spots in an around the gums. Not to mention it's socially unattractive.
The first 3 days were bad but not horrible. I was in a fog most of the time and couldn't concentrate on a damn thing. I feel like I have ADHD. The cravings came and went just tried not to think about it. Writing this post I feel like I can't think straight. It's the end of day 4 and the cravings and irritableness are really intense. 'bang head' I am so mad I feel like my blood is boiling. I'm pissed off just writing this. I tried quitting in the past many times with no luck , I just finally want to not feel like this anymore. My teeth are feeling really sensitive I think it's because of the PH balance thing.

Wish me luck I'm gonna need it

[chewie]

Not sure if this is the right section. But today is my 2nd day 1 in 10 days of quitting. Got a bag of seeds and and a couple packs of trident. Wish me luck!

welcome aboard! though no "luck" necessary... it has nothing to due with a successful quit.

you're in the right place to get things done... you're a part of the biggest (and best) smokeless support forum on the web.

head over to December 2013 index.php?showtopic=8706, introduce yourself and post roll.

welcome aboard!

chewie

[chewie]

I am 132 days quit and I am so f-ing annoyed by my strong craves that come periodically. I am an addict and I understand my role in this freedom. Just sucks occasionally though.

-rcneedham 132

it sucks for sure.... the good thing is your craves will become less and less intense and further and further apart as you move forward in your quit.

keep fighting!

chewie

[dam100]

Not sure if this is the right section. But today is my 2nd day 1 in 10 days of quitting. Got a bag of seeds and and a couple packs of trident. Wish me luck!

[dam100]

Not sure if this is the right section. But today is my 2nd day 1 in 10 days of quitting. Got a bag of seeds and and a couple packs of trident. Wish me luck!

[Rcneedham]

I am 132 days quit and I am so f-ing annoyed by my strong craves that come periodically. I am an addict and I understand my role in this freedom. Just sucks occasionally though.

-rcneedham 132

[copingwithoutcopen]

First post, not sure if this is the right place, but...

I'm 73 days quit today. 73 days quit after 29 years of dipping. Two cans a day, every day for at least the last 5 years.

Quitting hasn't been easy, it hasn't been the most pleasant experience of my life, but it has been one of the most rewarding. To have my life back after all this time...

To those of you out there contemplating quitting. Please do it. Don't be like me and give up almost 29 years to addiction. Get your life back now. Today.

Hey Tis, Welcome! Your in the right church but the wrong pew. Your 73 days quit brings you into the October '13 quit group. Which is found here.These are the folks that had the gumption to quit about the same time as you and will help you stay quit. We make a promise every day to each other and ourselves to not use nicotine in any form. You're welcome to post whatever you'd like where ever you'd like but Oct'13 is where you post your promise. Check out the intro section too... Tell us a bit more about your journey but get to know the ducks, it could save your life.

[tls07102013]

First post, not sure if this is the right place, but...

I'm 73 days quit today. 73 days quit after 29 years of dipping. Two cans a day, every day for at least the last 5 years.

Quitting hasn't been easy, it hasn't been the most pleasant experience of my life, but it has been one of the most rewarding. To have my life back after all this time...

To those of you out there contemplating quitting. Please do it. Don't be like me and give up almost 29 years to addiction. Get your life back now. Today.

[Rcneedham]

Mike-you will look back on the hard work and feel so good and healthy and when you earn enough days the nic bitch will be no threat. Please do not look into the horizon but join December. Kick one days ass at a time. I will be there to support you. You can do it. You will never feel better about yourself.

Rcneedham 130 days-Still an addict but winning easily everyday.

[Mjollnir]

Gotta quit... Mouth hurts, feel like crap.... Ive tried a thousand times... I just can't get it together...
I'm  kinda confused on how to start here any help would be appreciated...


Mike

Welcome, Mike.

First, congratulations on the best decision you ever made.

Next, you can do this. If I can, you can.

You are about to get slammed with support from a ton of strangers who only have one goal - to help keep you Quit.

You are going to be part of the badasses in December 2013. I suggest you read the WELCOME CENTER in the upper left of the screen. That's a great place to start.

Finally, you need to read. A lot. Everything on here is worth looking at. This site is THE place to be if you want to Quit, and it is filled with Quit knowledge.

Welcome again brother. You need anything, PM me, and I'll do what I can to help.

-Nolaq
Day 1,283

^^^This guy speaks the truth. You can a nd will do this. It will be more fun than a sack full of shaved cats dipped in water. Throw out all of your shit. Cans, spitters, and secret safety stashes.

Head on over to Dec 13 post roll (your promise that you will NOT use nic in any form today, put your hard hat on and try not to lick the windows.

Razd -1464  Continuous days of kicking the nic bitch to the curb.

And another key element around here. Need to and want to are two different things. You must want to quit to actually succeed.

x2 on the previous notes.

[RAZD611]

Gotta quit... Mouth hurts, feel like crap.... Ive tried a thousand times... I just can't get it together...
I'm  kinda confused on how to start here any help would be appreciated...


Mike

Welcome, Mike.

First, congratulations on the best decision you ever made.

Next, you can do this. If I can, you can.

You are about to get slammed with support from a ton of strangers who only have one goal - to help keep you Quit.

You are going to be part of the badasses in December 2013. I suggest you read the WELCOME CENTER in the upper left of the screen. That's a great place to start.

Finally, you need to read. A lot. Everything on here is worth looking at. This site is THE place to be if you want to Quit, and it is filled with Quit knowledge.

Welcome again brother. You need anything, PM me, and I'll do what I can to help.

-Nolaq
Day 1,283

^^^This guy speaks the truth. You can a nd will do this. It will be more fun than a sack full of shaved cats dipped in water. Throw out all of your shit. Cans, spitters, and secret safety stashes.

Head on over to Dec 13 post roll (your promise that you will NOT use nic in any form today, put your hard hat on and try not to lick the windows.

Razd -1464  Continuous days of kicking the nic bitch to the curb.