General Discussion - 2016

[Joey9216]

Hey everyone, Charlie here. I finally made the decision last night that I have had enough. I have been dipping for 27 years, recently over a can and a half a day. I was getting so sick of spitters everywhere, empty cans, worrying about mouth disease, the wife and kids letting me have it (I am quitting for me, not for them). Just sick of it. Today is the actual 1st day and I feel like I am losing my mind. anxiety, racing thoughts, out of it. My mouth is sore from chewing 20 sticks of Wrigley's.

Anyway, just wanted to introduce myself and say hello. If I don't kill someone (haha), I will be back. I will be so glad to be done with this part of life.

Freedom from the spitter!

Welcome! I was in your shoes just awhile back. Listen to the hall of fame and follow the program! Congrats on quitting today!

[Charlie45]

Hey everyone, Charlie here. I finally made the decision last night that I have had enough. I have been dipping for 27 years, recently over a can and a half a day. I was getting so sick of spitters everywhere, empty cans, worrying about mouth disease, the wife and kids letting me have it (I am quitting for me, not for them). Just sick of it. Today is the actual 1st day and I feel like I am losing my mind. anxiety, racing thoughts, out of it. My mouth is sore from chewing 20 sticks of Wrigley's.

Anyway, just wanted to introduce myself and say hello. If I don't kill someone (haha), I will be back. I will be so glad to be done with this part of life.

Freedom from the spitter!

[Drewdrew]

Why are users of the patch not welcomed here? I used 2-3 cans a day and need a way to step down. I cannot go cold turkey. Even with the patch I have felt sick and out of sorts (this is day two of not chewing). I love the die hard attitude here and I want to take part, but I hope to be on patches (and not chew) for at least a few months. I need to ween myself off of nicotine, I cannot go cold turkey.

Gladiator5000,
Bro I know that it does not make sense in the throws of quitting. I have tried so many times patches, nic gum, you name it man. I have found cold turkey worked well for me for six months, then I mind fucked myself. The difference this time bro for me is it's not just me. I am going to do my best to be part of this community to support each other. It sucks it's only like day 7 or 8 for me. You can do it, don't sell yourself short.

Gladiator, if you were quitting crack, would you wean off by doing 6 lines of powder a day for a month, then 5 lines a day for a month, etc.? Then when that didn't work, do a couple bags of heroin a day, just to make sure you didn't crash too hard? Quit alcohol by weaning from liquor only to drink an 18 pack of beer?

It's all the same poison bud, regardless of the method by which you choose to consume. You are coddling yourself if you feel like you can't quit cold turkey. You can. Nobody has ever died from nicotine withdrawal. Also, you'll be miserable during your wean and then be miserable again when you finally rip that patch off.

The only way to quit nicotine is to quit nicotine. Period. It might sound harsh, but it's not impossible, and the benefits are immeasurable. Dig deep, find some intestinal fortitude and just quit.

^^ Well Said! I used to chew nicotine gum in between cans of cope. Then I said I would cut back, quit next week, after this can or pack of gum for years...
I am almost 2 years quit after 18 years using, this system works, get on board and we can help!

Come back in a few months then. Starting date will be when you take the last patch off. Nicotine is the enemy here.

[Drewdrew]

Hello, name is Shawn, I am 42 years old, and have been/had been, dipping for approximately 30 yrs. I, chewed approximately 2 cans per day. I recently quit on Saturday afternoon, July 2, 2016, at approximately 3pm. I have not had a dip since, and so far, it hasn't been too horrible. I have used mints, sunflower seeds, and the organic chew to help with cravings.

I have noticed that the first two nights, I have had a very hard time getting to sleep. I know this is a side effect, but was wanting to know if anyone else is having this issue, and if so, how long did it last?

I will keep everyone posted, thanks for the wonderful site...It has been really helpful.

First of all, great job on the desire to save your life. Second of all, I'm glad you came here, and we will address the sleep soon.

We need you in our team. Please find the group titled "October 2016" in quit groups and introduce yourself there. You are now on day 4 of your quit. These guys in this group are in a similar stage of their quit, and will help you while you help them.

Honestly, I didn't sleep the same for a week or two. The first ten days coming off this stuff is strange on the body. Bear with it, as nothing you are dealing with now is permanent.

[Shawn Milani]

Hello, name is Shawn, I am 42 years old, and have been/had been, dipping for approximately 30 yrs. I, chewed approximately 2 cans per day. I recently quit on Saturday afternoon, July 2, 2016, at approximately 3pm. I have not had a dip since, and so far, it hasn't been too horrible. I have used mints, sunflower seeds, and the organic chew to help with cravings.

I have noticed that the first two nights, I have had a very hard time getting to sleep. I know this is a side effect, but was wanting to know if anyone else is having this issue, and if so, how long did it last?

I will keep everyone posted, thanks for the wonderful site...It has been really helpful.

[Idaho Spuds]

Why are users of the patch not welcomed here? I used 2-3 cans a day and need a way to step down. I cannot go cold turkey. Even with the patch I have felt sick and out of sorts (this is day two of not chewing). I love the die hard attitude here and I want to take part, but I hope to be on patches (and not chew) for at least a few months. I need to ween myself off of nicotine, I cannot go cold turkey.

Gladiator5000,
Bro I know that it does not make sense in the throws of quitting. I have tried so many times patches, nic gum, you name it man. I have found cold turkey worked well for me for six months, then I mind fucked myself. The difference this time bro for me is it's not just me. I am going to do my best to be part of this community to support each other. It sucks it's only like day 7 or 8 for me. You can do it, don't sell yourself short.

Gladiator, if you were quitting crack, would you wean off by doing 6 lines of powder a day for a month, then 5 lines a day for a month, etc.? Then when that didn't work, do a couple bags of heroin a day, just to make sure you didn't crash too hard? Quit alcohol by weaning from liquor only to drink an 18 pack of beer?

It's all the same poison bud, regardless of the method by which you choose to consume. You are coddling yourself if you feel like you can't quit cold turkey. You can. Nobody has ever died from nicotine withdrawal. Also, you'll be miserable during your wean and then be miserable again when you finally rip that patch off.

The only way to quit nicotine is to quit nicotine. Period. It might sound harsh, but it's not impossible, and the benefits are immeasurable. Dig deep, find some intestinal fortitude and just quit.

^^ Well Said! I used to chew nicotine gum in between cans of cope. Then I said I would cut back, quit next week, after this can or pack of gum for years...
I am almost 2 years quit after 18 years using, this system works, get on board and we can help!

[KingNothing]

Why are users of the patch not welcomed here? I used 2-3 cans a day and need a way to step down. I cannot go cold turkey. Even with the patch I have felt sick and out of sorts (this is day two of not chewing). I love the die hard attitude here and I want to take part, but I hope to be on patches (and not chew) for at least a few months. I need to ween myself off of nicotine, I cannot go cold turkey.

Gladiator5000,
Bro I know that it does not make sense in the throws of quitting. I have tried so many times patches, nic gum, you name it man. I have found cold turkey worked well for me for six months, then I mind fucked myself. The difference this time bro for me is it's not just me. I am going to do my best to be part of this community to support each other. It sucks it's only like day 7 or 8 for me. You can do it, don't sell yourself short.

Gladiator, if you were quitting crack, would you wean off by doing 6 lines of powder a day for a month, then 5 lines a day for a month, etc.? Then when that didn't work, do a couple bags of heroin a day, just to make sure you didn't crash too hard? Quit alcohol by weaning from liquor only to drink an 18 pack of beer?

It's all the same poison bud, regardless of the method by which you choose to consume. You are coddling yourself if you feel like you can't quit cold turkey. You can. Nobody has ever died from nicotine withdrawal. Also, you'll be miserable during your wean and then be miserable again when you finally rip that patch off.

The only way to quit nicotine is to quit nicotine. Period. It might sound harsh, but it's not impossible, and the benefits are immeasurable. Dig deep, find some intestinal fortitude and just quit.

[Stranger999]

Why are users of the patch not welcomed here? I used 2-3 cans a day and need a way to step down. I cannot go cold turkey. Even with the patch I have felt sick and out of sorts (this is day two of not chewing). I love the die hard attitude here and I want to take part, but I hope to be on patches (and not chew) for at least a few months. I need to ween myself off of nicotine, I cannot go cold turkey.

When you are nicotine free you can post roll here. Remember that you're not addicted to chew - you're addicted to nicotine. Swapping out the chew for a patch or some gum doesn't really solve the problem.

[Joey9216]

Why are users of the patch not welcomed here? I used 2-3 cans a day and need a way to step down. I cannot go cold turkey. Even with the patch I have felt sick and out of sorts (this is day two of not chewing). I love the die hard attitude here and I want to take part, but I hope to be on patches (and not chew) for at least a few months. I need to ween myself off of nicotine, I cannot go cold turkey.

Gladiator5000,
Bro I know that it does not make sense in the throws of quitting. I have tried so many times patches, nic gum, you name it man. I have found cold turkey worked well for me for six months, then I mind fucked myself. The difference this time bro for me is it's not just me. I am going to do my best to be part of this community to support each other. It sucks it's only like day 7 or 8 for me. You can do it, don't sell yourself short.

[Gladiator5000]

Why are users of the patch not welcomed here? I used 2-3 cans a day and need a way to step down. I cannot go cold turkey. Even with the patch I have felt sick and out of sorts (this is day two of not chewing). I love the die hard attitude here and I want to take part, but I hope to be on patches (and not chew) for at least a few months. I need to ween myself off of nicotine, I cannot go cold turkey.

[KingNothing]

Hey guys, trying to figure this site out? Just quit on June 23rd really on the 22nd but first day sober was the 23rd. Trying to figure out the role call deal. This is it I need your help. Joey

Welcome Joey! You can find everything you need in the Welcome Center. Just click that link and start reading. If you quit on June 22 then today is the end of day 5 for you! Congrats and you will be in the Sept 2016 group. Get to know them, it will help your quit exponentially!

[Joey9216]

Hey guys, trying to figure this site out? Just quit on June 23rd really on the 22nd but first day sober was the 23rd. Trying to figure out the role call deal. This is it I need your help. Joey

[Moe S]

Had my teeth examined and cleaned today. Doc said there was nothing Abnormal going on in there so I was good to go. I'm never touching dip or any form of nicotine again 2 months 27 Days clean

[mcsnapper1]

Hello from the new guy.
I quit on June 19th, 5 days free and it was a rough week, but I made it! I found this site and it definitely helped me this week. I am just registering and starting in here so hope to find some folks that are same time quitters as me and we can help each other out through this!

Welcome Luke. You've come to the right place. I was you 146 days ago. It does get easier. Make sure you post your promise to quit every day. That is the key to success. You will meet people on here that will help you through this and become your quit brothers and sisters. Don't be afraid to reach out to them.

[TN_LUKE]

Hello from the new guy.
I quit on June 19th, 5 days free and it was a rough week, but I made it! I found this site and it definitely helped me this week. I am just registering and starting in here so hope to find some folks that are same time quitters as me and we can help each other out through this!