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Re: If your thinking about that pinch, don't!
« Reply #10 on: July 31, 2017, 11:33:00 AM »
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Most of you that have quit think maybe having just one dip, or any nicotine might be okay? Nope, it isnt. Im 52 and I quit when I was 24 after 7 years of chewing. In general, I never thought of it for a better part of those years quit. A couple years ago, I went on a camping trip for a weekend and decided to join others and bought a can for old times sake. Wow the buzz initially was intense and after a while I forgot how much I enjoyed it. A couple of weeks later I was right back on it, a tin a day. I chewed for a couple years, but began to really put myself down for starting again after so long. I was hiding again just like I did when I was my kids age. Well a year ago today, I quit again and I know this time is for good. But let me tell you, this quit was harder than the last and I know if I start again, I may never be able to quit again. Be careful.
That's a pretty amazing story and very scary stuff. Glad you were able to sack up and quit after falling back into it like that. Even though you're over a year into this quit, our groups are never closed. You can still start posting Roll and tapping into the support network here.
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Re: If your thinking about that pinch, don't!
« Reply #9 on: July 30, 2017, 09:22:00 PM »
Most of you that have quit think maybe having just one dip, or any nicotine might be okay? Nope, it isnt. Im 52 and I quit when I was 24 after 7 years of chewing. In general, I never thought of it for a better part of those years quit. A couple years ago, I went on a camping trip for a weekend and decided to join others and bought a can for old times sake. Wow the buzz initially was intense and after a while I forgot how much I enjoyed it. A couple of weeks later I was right back on it, a tin a day. I chewed for a couple years, but began to really put myself down for starting again after so long. I was hiding again just like I did when I was my kids age. Well a year ago today, I quit again and I know this time is for good. But let me tell you, this quit was harder than the last and I know if I start again, I may never be able to quit again. Be careful.
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Re: If your thinking about that pinch, don't!
« Reply #8 on: November 24, 2015, 02:00:00 AM »
I am amazed at your story. 25 years quit and the old nic bitch lured you back in like a weak little punk. DAMN!! I have learned a valuable lesson today and that is no matter how long I am quit, to never let my guard down and stay quit here with all my brothers and sisters. That is like me quitting a 3 pack per day smoking habit 12 years ago. If I had just one today, I would have 3 packs gone before the end of the day.

Take care and quit strong my friend! Here's to your next 25 years!!!!
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Re: If your thinking about that pinch, don't!
« Reply #7 on: November 24, 2015, 12:33:00 AM »
51 to another 51....
Appreciate the story. Amazed you quit that long alone.
Drink some coolaid and enjoy the ride here.
The next 25 years will be a lot more rewarding....shoulder to shoulder.
Learn to post roll.
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Re: If your thinking about that pinch, don't!
« Reply #6 on: November 23, 2015, 08:03:00 PM »
Some say that they aren't addicts after quitting for lengthy periods of time, I'm not sure. I had a drinking problem 40 years ago and I believe if I had one drink I'd be back where I was when I quit. As far as my 4 decade nicotine addiction, I have no doubt that if I had a chew today after 1333 days that I'd have to start over again quitting. Your story should be a warning to everyone here. In fact I think that your post should appear in the words of wisdom section. Never even one for any reason!!!
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Re: If your thinking about that pinch, don't!
« Reply #5 on: November 23, 2015, 12:24:00 PM »
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You are spot on! Thank you. It was a lesson learn, and should be to others. Do not think you can put that shit in your mouth again, not even once. It's far too powerful and cunning for us to dabble with, even after a quarter century. It just took me off guard how strong the pangs are!!!
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Re: If your thinking about that pinch, don't!
« Reply #4 on: November 23, 2015, 11:50:00 AM »
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Today, I have had very strong cravings, and I'm afraid I've ruined 25+ years without.

I cant be addicted yet after only a few days, but I realize that I'm on a slippery slope here and simply cant chew again. Scared....
You stopped for 25 years one day at a time. You can stop again for 25 years one day at a time. You are falling victim to 2 of nicotine's most malicious lies: first that you can chew just one time and put it away easily, and second that you are too weak to stay quit.

Stop listening to those 2 lies. You cannot chew without wanting to chew more. And you are a 25 year old hardened soldier of quit, so don't whine, and keep that shit out of your mouth.

Anyone who has used nicotine for 8 years of their life is an addict. You have a nicotine addiction. Even when quit you have a nicotine addiction. The difference is that when you are quit, you are not a slave to your addiction.
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Re: If your thinking about that pinch, don't!
« Reply #3 on: November 23, 2015, 11:33:00 AM »
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I'm 51, and have been quit for 25+ years after a 8 year habit. I remember it being a very tough process at first, but in general never really thought about it for a couple decades. I just returned from a hunting trip where a lot of hunters in my camp chewed. Out of shear boredom I decided to have fun for a few days and chew. Yes, I enjoyed it, I wont deny. Yesterday, on my way home, I picked up a can for the long drive home, when I got close to home, I threw the can out the door and said "well that was fun, but its over". Today, I have had very strong cravings, and I'm afraid I've ruined 25+ years without. I cant be addicted yet after only a few days, but I realize that I'm on a slippery slope here and simply cant chew again. Scared....
Man that really sucks that after 25 years it can still lure you back in. Your story shows all of us here that we can never have just one. This site makes quitting a lot easier. Learn how to post roll and make some friends.
Thanks for the reminder that I can never again have "just one".

This place works because it works directly against that kind of complacency. We come, we promise not to use today. Just for today. Then, we rinse and repeat. It serves as a daily checkup of sorts to keep us mindful and vigilant. I'd encourage you to head over to March '16 to give your word for today. Browse the site or check out the chat if those cravings start to get tough.

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Re: If your thinking about that pinch, don't!
« Reply #2 on: November 23, 2015, 11:28:00 AM »
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I'm 51, and have been quit for 25+ years after a 8 year habit. I remember it being a very tough process at first, but in general never really thought about it for a couple decades. I just returned from a hunting trip where a lot of hunters in my camp chewed. Out of shear boredom I decided to have fun for a few days and chew. Yes, I enjoyed it, I wont deny. Yesterday, on my way home, I picked up a can for the long drive home, when I got close to home, I threw the can out the door and said "well that was fun, but its over". Today, I have had very strong cravings, and I'm afraid I've ruined 25+ years without. I cant be addicted yet after only a few days, but I realize that I'm on a slippery slope here and simply cant chew again. Scared....
Man that really sucks that after 25 years it can still lure you back in. Your story shows all of us here that we can never have just one. This site makes quitting a lot easier. Learn how to post roll and make some friends.
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If your thinking about that pinch, don't!
« on: November 23, 2015, 11:21:00 AM »
I'm 51, and have been quit for 25+ years after a 8 year habit. I remember it being a very tough process at first, but in general never really thought about it for a couple decades. I just returned from a hunting trip where a lot of hunters in my camp chewed. Out of shear boredom I decided to have fun for a few days and chew. Yes, I enjoyed it, I wont deny. Yesterday, on my way home, I picked up a can for the long drive home, when I got close to home, I threw the can out the door and said "well that was fun, but its over". Today, I have had very strong cravings, and I'm afraid I've ruined 25+ years without. I cant be addicted yet after only a few days, but I realize that I'm on a slippery slope here and simply cant chew again. Scared....
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