DRock88 - Hello to All

[KingNothing]

Hopefully, I can resist.

You can do better than this bud. You will NOT use dip while watching football. See? That was just as easy to say and it gives you some confidence.

Think about it this way. You do not have any dip at your house (or at least you better not). So to dip while watching football this weekend, you're going to have to drink and drive to get to the store, then drink and drive all the way home, just to rot your teeth out and increase your chances of getting cancer. Not worth it.

You have to start manhandling this thing so it doesn't come back to manhandle you. Take the fight to nicotine, don't wait for nicotine to bring the fight to you.

P.S. the stomach stuff might very well last awhile. Drink tons of water, eat high-fiber foods, and try to workout regularly. I do all those things and it still took 45 days or so to straighten out the digestive system. Part of my penance.

[DRock88]

Just over 4 days quit now.

I took the calming/sleeping meds last night with great success. I didn't fall right to sleep, but I did wake up far fewer times than nights previously. I did listen to some self sleep hypnosis for a little while, too. I think I will be using both of these regularly now.

I have to admit, I'm suddenly getting a few more frequent cravings for a dip. This morning was tough. But, I keep picturing the outcome I want versus the outcome that is likely if I cave. As the weekend approaches, I know it will get even harder. I'm a college football fiend and love to have some beers while watching the games. Usually, this also meant a couple of dips in between. Hopefully, I can resist.

My stomach is a bit tore up the last 12 hours. Not sure if this has anything to do with the quit.

[CaseyB]

It gets a lot easier. 24 days in and I'm not in the habit of reaching for the can anymore.

Just use your dip alternative, be it an herbal blend or a cotton ball (my preferred method). And just remember to keep saying no to yourself. Don't buy a can to test your resolve. Remove the temptation.

We've all been where you are and survived. Thousands of stress relievers and one particularly annoying deck of playing cards might not have, but we did. You will too.

[DRock88]

congrats DRock. making that decision was the hard part. as for the anxiety, is there anything you can do to change the past? NO. you can only control the future. the damage is done and it will heal. you didn't do that damage to yourself overnight and it won't heal overnight either.

stay strong. we've all been there. it is possible!!!!!

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Thank you. I really like this post about not getting here overnight. It is exactly what the hygienist told me. I'm just gonna keep working at it, praying, etc. Time heals all wounds.

[DRock88]

Thanks for the replies.

I think the anxiety about the damage I've already done is the worst part, as of now. I've got to get back to the dentist asap for some re-assurance. Well, hopefully it's re-assurance and not bad news. See how my head goes from good to bad so quickly. I don't think I was in the right mindset when I got re-assurance before. I think my mind is more determined now. Just working on changing some routines to aid the process of the quitting.

Also, I've always drank plenty of water and eaten healthy.

I believe I'm going to try melatonin for sleep tonight.

I used 15mg of melatonin as prescribed by a doctor in college and it did help. Another suggestion is playing a self sleep hypnosis track on youtube as you lay down for the night. They are great at helping me clear my mind so I can rest. PM if you want help finding some.

I'm going to try something other than melatonin at first. I've taken 1-10 mg melatonin in the past with mixed results. I've never tried 15 mg, though so that may be my next try. Thank you.

[Spence249]

congrats DRock. making that decision was the hard part. as for the anxiety, is there anything you can do to change the past? NO. you can only control the future. the damage is done and it will heal. you didn't do that damage to yourself overnight and it won't heal overnight either.

stay strong. we've all been there. it is possible!!!!!

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[lwildma2]

Thanks for the replies.

I think the anxiety about the damage I've already done is the worst part, as of now. I've got to get back to the dentist asap for some re-assurance. Well, hopefully it's re-assurance and not bad news. See how my head goes from good to bad so quickly. I don't think I was in the right mindset when I got re-assurance before. I think my mind is more determined now. Just working on changing some routines to aid the process of the quitting.

Also, I've always drank plenty of water and eaten healthy.

I believe I'm going to try melatonin for sleep tonight.

I used 15mg of melatonin as prescribed by a doctor in college and it did help. Another suggestion is playing a self sleep hypnosis track on youtube as you lay down for the night. They are great at helping me clear my mind so I can rest. PM if you want help finding some.

[DRock88]

Absolutely no problem with my bowels moving. But, I do and always have eaten healthy - high protein with a good bit of fruits and vegetables. Plus, I take a multivitamin and a probiotic.

Another day down. Heading to bed. Hoping and praying for positive vibes in the morning.

[DRock88]

Thanks a lot

[Kize]

Congrats on the quit. I'm coming up on my 30 day quit milestone. The mouth sores can come and go for several weeks. Mostly they happen in the first week. I didn't have this forum when I first quit and absolutely thought I was going to die! Luckily I found this site. I bought some anbesol for the mouth sores and that really helped. My anxiety was through the roof. My first week was hell but it's gotten easier each day. Just plan to do whatever it takes to get through this and rest as mush as possible. I've been taking a lot of Zinc and vitamin C plus lots of cough drops. Drink lot's of water, post Roll and beat this thing!

[JB65]

Once again, thanks a lot for the replies.

I've used melatonin before with mixed results. So, I just bought something a little different called Calms Forte - "Relieves stress to help you sleep". We shall see. My sleeplessness is probably twofold as I take thermogenics and a pre-workout around 5:30 pm. This, coupled with the anxiety, is what's getting me.

I cant stop fooling around in my mouth with my teeth and gums. So many different feelings in there over the past several months. Hoping for the best.

And you are all right. I'm quitting. That's what's most important. The rest will happen as it should.

Rock congrats on your quit. Keep it up. I had major sleep issues for about 3 nights, so I feel for you brah. Do what you have to do to get through this beginning quit he'll. It wi get easier. And you will feel better. Post roll, read this site up and down, get involved with your bros. Tell yourself this when you can't sleep: I am quitting this nonsense one day at a time and my mind and body are getting better each day I quit.

[DRock88]

Once again, thanks a lot for the replies.

I've used melatonin before with mixed results. So, I just bought something a little different called Calms Forte - "Relieves stress to help you sleep". We shall see. My sleeplessness is probably twofold as I take thermogenics and a pre-workout around 5:30 pm. This, coupled with the anxiety, is what's getting me.

I cant stop fooling around in my mouth with my teeth and gums. So many different feelings in there over the past several months. Hoping for the best.

And you are all right. I'm quitting. That's what's most important. The rest will happen as it should.

[Nomore1959]

Thanks for the replies.

I think the anxiety about the damage I've already done is the worst part, as of now. I've got to get back to the dentist asap for some re-assurance. Well, hopefully it's re-assurance and not bad news. See how my head goes from good to bad so quickly. I don't think I was in the right mindset when I got re-assurance before. I think my mind is more determined now. Just working on changing some routines to aid the process of the quitting.

Also, I've always drank plenty of water and eaten healthy.

I believe I'm going to try melatonin for sleep tonight.

I use this stuff called natural calm from gnc. A magnesium supplement. Out like a light.

How does it feel to win at something you lost at every day for years ?? Victory and freedom are awesome. One day at a time, you are really gonna like the new you.

Exercise until you can't exercise any more. Then do 50 push ups and drink some natural calm. If you need anything hit me up. You are in the right place to keep winning.

On the anxiety about damage already done, you are not alone there. Reading around the site I saw a post by Chewie on that topic -- he said he still convinces himself he has cancer in spite of medical reassurances. Wish I could find that and link it for you. Hell I wish I could find that and read it again myself!

The main thing is today you are quit, and I am quit. We are healing instead of eating toxins. We will have weird sensations along the way. But it does get better.

[worktowin]

Thanks for the replies.

I think the anxiety about the damage I've already done is the worst part, as of now. I've got to get back to the dentist asap for some re-assurance. Well, hopefully it's re-assurance and not bad news. See how my head goes from good to bad so quickly. I don't think I was in the right mindset when I got re-assurance before. I think my mind is more determined now. Just working on changing some routines to aid the process of the quitting.

Also, I've always drank plenty of water and eaten healthy.

I believe I'm going to try melatonin for sleep tonight.

I use this stuff called natural calm from gnc. A magnesium supplement. Out like a light.

How does it feel to win at something you lost at every day for years ?? Victory and freedom are awesome. One day at a time, you are really gonna like the new you.

Exercise until you can't exercise any more. Then do 50 push ups and drink some natural calm. If you need anything hit me up. You are in the right place to keep winning.

[DRock88]

Thanks for the replies.

I think the anxiety about the damage I've already done is the worst part, as of now. I've got to get back to the dentist asap for some re-assurance. Well, hopefully it's re-assurance and not bad news. See how my head goes from good to bad so quickly. I don't think I was in the right mindset when I got re-assurance before. I think my mind is more determined now. Just working on changing some routines to aid the process of the quitting.

Also, I've always drank plenty of water and eaten healthy.

I believe I'm going to try melatonin for sleep tonight.