General Discussion - 2016

[CavMan83]

Hello everyone 5 days into quiting been dipping since I was 14 and I'm 39 now never knew I would be this hard .think if orbwhen the dry throat and guess sinus drainage stops it'll be a little easier for me . 'fireman'

Welcome Shane....if you quit five days ago, you need to head over to the September 16 quitter group and join up with them. The brotherhood and accountability this place will give won't make your quit any easier, but you'll be amazed at the amount of support you'll receive.

Just in case you're having trouble navigating.... it's HERE....

[Shanebuxton]

Hello everyone 5 days into quiting been dipping since I was 14 and I'm 39 now never knew I would be this hard .think if orbwhen the dry throat and guess sinus drainage stops it'll be a little easier for me . 'fireman'

[HighTon]

It's been 2. Months and 20 days since I decided to kick this nasty ass habit in the nuts. My receding gumlines and medical problems told me enough was enough. And plus I want to be around long enough to see my kids graduate and live their life. Plus my young son has Autism and I want to be around to guide him through life. Before I quit dipping I quit drinking. And I wish I would have stopped dipping first. But the hell I'm going through I'm taking it one step at a time . If I can do it anybody can. 'frazz1' nicotine out your life

You're quit date says May 3 or 4. That's only a month and half ago? Also, it's not a habit; it's an addiction.

[Moe S]

It's been 2. Months and 20 days since I decided to kick this nasty ass habit in the nuts. My receding gumlines and medical problems told me enough was enough. And plus I want to be around long enough to see my kids graduate and live their life. Plus my young son has Autism and I want to be around to guide him through life. Before I quit dipping I quit drinking. And I wish I would have stopped dipping first. But the hell I'm going through I'm taking it one step at a time . If I can do it anybody can. 'frazz1' nicotine out your life

[Idaho Spuds]

http://www.news.com.au/finance/business ... e599e5cf12

YES, e-cigarettes are bad for you.
In a world-first, Australia’s consumer watchdog is taking two e-cigarette makers to court for claiming their products did not contain toxic chemicals — after independent tests proved otherwise.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has commenced separate proceedings against Social-Lites Pty Ltd and Elusion New Zealand Limited for allegedly making false and misleading claims.
It alleges that from at least August 2015, both online retailers claimed their products did not contain carcinogens or toxic chemicals and did not contain any of the chemicals found in conventional cigarettes.
Independent tests commissioned by the ACCC found e-cigarette products sold by both companies in fact did contain carcinogens and toxic chemicals found in conventional cigarettes, including formaldehyde, acetaldehyde and acrolein.

[Idaho Spuds]

I've been chewing since I was 15, now at age 20 I want to quit before it becomes a life long habit. Any advice anyone is willing to give would be great. Looked at the website earlier today then thought nahhh and threw one in. Before I got in bed today I looked at myself in the mirror, then went right on my laptop and signed up. I don't wanna be a slave anymore.

Welcome 20, you are wise behind you years.
Learn how to post roll, read up and drink a lot of water.
Get seeds, gum, candy, fake chew, or anything that will keep you clean.
We have the tools to help if you are willing to use them
ID Spuds

[20_and_dumb]

I've been chewing since I was 15, now at age 20 I want to quit before it becomes a life long habit. Any advice anyone is willing to give would be great. Looked at the website earlier today then thought nahhh and threw one in. Before I got in bed today I looked at myself in the mirror, then went right on my laptop and signed up. I don't wanna be a slave anymore.

[chewie]

I joined this site in the latter half of 2015 with the intent to quit this stupid habit. It was a long process of trial and error, failure and getting support on this site but today, I am proud to say that tonight is my 100th day of quitting (March 6th).

Although I didn't post roll each day and wasn't a 'good' member of my Feb 2016 quit group, I managed to quit this habit thanks to this awesome website. It is a huge credit to you guys for supporting and helping guys like me to quit (and stay quit).

To all of those on the fence of whether or not to quit; Go ahead and do it. Your first 2-3 weeks will suck but I promise it goes away.

Thanks again to everyone on here.

Way to go LTC!!! Huge accomplishment. Keep up the great work. Congrats on 100 days of freedom. Put your feet up today and celebrate. You've earned it.

Chewie

[LongTimeComing]

I joined this site in the latter half of 2015 with the intent to quit this stupid habit. It was a long process of trial and error, failure and getting support on this site but today, I am proud to say that tonight is my 100th day of quitting (March 6th).

Although I didn't post roll each day and wasn't a 'good' member of my Feb 2016 quit group, I managed to quit this habit thanks to this awesome website. It is a huge credit to you guys for supporting and helping guys like me to quit (and stay quit).

To all of those on the fence of whether or not to quit; Go ahead and do it. Your first 2-3 weeks will suck but I promise it goes away.

Thanks again to everyone on here.

[JB65]

I'm no good with tech, so not sure if I'm in right place. But, I'm pledging today(Day1).
I wrote an intro piece earlier. Anyway, glad I found this group. Yeah, there's post roll instructions, but if there ain't a YouTube video, I'm not gonna pick it up too quickly.

So, to any new "quitters" today: "Nut up and do it."- Mack Bolan, The Executionor, by Don Pendleton.

And to the long haulers, congrats on each new day without shit in your mouth.

Lucky for you there is a YouTube video: Posting Roll

Welcome Odin. Time to take your life back.

King aint lyin Odin. There are worlds and worlds of support just waiting for you here. All we ask is your daily pledge. I didnt see you on roll. If you want help, PM me your number (Inbox in upper right hand corner) I'll call you and walk you through it.

With the daily pledge - roll call post, you will be welcomed/supported/challenged and held accountable. Without the daily pledge on roll call - well like Willy Wonka said, "You get NOTHING, Good Day Sir!!"

Cmon and join us, as King said take your life back!

[KingNothing]

I'm no good with tech, so not sure if I'm in right place. But, I'm pledging today(Day1).
I wrote an intro piece earlier. Anyway, glad I found this group. Yeah, there's post roll instructions, but if there ain't a YouTube video, I'm not gonna pick it up too quickly.

So, to any new "quitters" today: "Nut up and do it."- Mack Bolan, The Executionor, by Don Pendleton.

And to the long haulers, congrats on each new day without shit in your mouth.

Lucky for you there is a YouTube video: Posting Roll

Welcome Odin. Time to take your life back.

[Odinson]

I'm no good with tech, so not sure if I'm in right place. But, I'm pledging today(Day1).
I wrote an intro piece earlier. Anyway, glad I found this group. Yeah, there's post roll instructions, but if there ain't a YouTube video, I'm not gonna pick it up too quickly.

So, to any new "quitters" today: "Nut up and do it."- Mack Bolan, The Executionor, by Don Pendleton.

And to the long haulers, congrats on each new day without shit in your mouth.

[pky1520]

Hey guys and gals. New member and decided yesterday was my last day to chew. Been chewing a can or 2 a day for 10 years now. I'm trying it cold turkey. I have to if I want to save my marriage. I have been good so far even though it's only been 36 hours. There's a lot of good info here and looking forward to being here.

Welcome YoYo, glad you found the site!

You should check out the "Introductions" board and post up there with some background - will let other quitters get to know you and will help you keep track of your progress. The "general discussions" board doesn't get as much traffic, so your posts might get missed here.

You'll also need to start "posting roll" with the September pre-HOf group (based on your quit date). It's a daily promise not to use any nicotine product. Your group will help hold you accountable, offer support and expect you to so the same. You post roll by going into the "Quit Group" board and finding September pre - HOF. There will be instructions and people to help you with that there.

Roll seems silly at first, but it helps hold you accountable to your word and is considered price of admission for support on the site.

Good luck man! I'm happy to help any way I can.

[YoYo-]

Hey guys and gals. New member and decided yesterday was my last day to chew. Been chewing a can or 2 a day for 10 years now. I'm trying it cold turkey. I have to if I want to save my marriage. I have been good so far even though it's only been 36 hours. There's a lot of good info here and looking forward to being here.

[HorseLF]

Wow...

http://deadsp.in/dulrJIy

Wow is right. Not sure what to think about that.

On one hand, fuck Big Tobacco and the horse they rode in on.

On the other, it was Gwynn's choice to use products that cause cancer. I'm not necessarily a fan the law suit.

Chewie

I'm not a fan either and no way in hell they win.

Maybe they are just looking to bring awareness to the highly addictive nature of chew / dip? I can get with that...

I don't think they're trying to bring awareness to the addictiveness of chewing tobacco I think they're are trying to cash in on a loved ones death.

While I like the attention brought to the dangers of smokeless tobacco, the truth is that I was taught in 7th grade health class back in 1979 that this stuff might cause me to die should I use it. I ignored those warnings on my own and I am dealing with the consequences now. I hope that they are stressing this harder in health class these days but I sort of doubt it. When I was in junior high the health teacher was considered a joke position - I think because we were all in 7th grade and we were all going to live forever and be rock stars...

I think suing big tobacco is a bunch of fucking bullshit to be quite frank. One chose to use tobacco. It is their fault. No one twisted their arms. And one cashing in on a loved one gone, bullshit!!! .

So in other words can I sue McDonalds and Hardees for making me the fat fuck I am today? Can I sue Hustler for me getting carpel tunnel by the time I was 18?


Todays society is a bunch of sue happy fucks that need their fucking teeth kicked down the gullets until they choke and die! Fucking burden on the justice system to be honest.

And for the record, i have lost NUMEROUS loved ones to tobacco. I had 9 family members die in 10 months back in 2006 from tobacco. I did not sue a once. It was their choice to use, and they paid the ultimate price.

Ill shut up now.

I personally don't agree with the lawsuit either. Just thought it was interesting. I think the family is barking up the wrong tree if they are looking to cash in. They will get squashed like bugs in court.

Then again, fuck big tobacco and the tin they rode in on. They can sniff and lick a dick.

Since the lawsuit has no personal damages mentioned, I doubt that they are looking to cash in. This sounds like a true case of trying to bring awareness to the subject.

I don't necessarily agree with the lawsuit, but what harm can come from it?