I am f-ing done with this B/S.

[normjr88]

Well, I just passed 48 hrs.

I'm writing this to help others that are either thinking about quitting or are just starting, because reading a lot of posts prior to quitting really helped me.

I DO feel better...a little bit.

I have a clearer head, better outlook on things, slightly better sense of humor.
However, I'm still experiencing some pretty serious symptoms of withdrawal -

A very tight chest, I feel the need to constantly take a deep, deep breath and slowly exhale. I get the sensation that if I don't take these deep breaths, my chest will implode. It is really tight.
Much difficulty concentrating. In fact, I'm noticing that if I try to activate certain parts of my brain in concentration, such as doing math calculations in my head or really concentrating on a certain passage in a book, these actions almost instantly trigger more intense withdrawal symptoms.

My withdrawal symptoms are definitely closely associated with certain parts of my brain becoming stimulated.

I feel a constant need to be drinking water. I literally feel as if I've traded one addiction for another. I'll take the water addiction, thanks.

My leg and arm muscles are extremely jumpy. I am constantly restless. I'm tempted to go out and just destroy my muscles with a crazy crossfit style workout, but at the same time I refrain because I'm scared of getting too excited and bringing on some serious craves.

I'm trying to move forward extremely slowly at this early stage in my quit. I know I am extremely vulnerable right now.

Crazy activity going on in my gut. I think my stomach and intestines are adjusting to the lack of vasoconstriction and all sorts of crazy shit is going on. Whatever, bring it.

I have noticed that it's a little easier for me to read, so I'll be exploring that today, without overwhelming my brain and causing any weakness in my quit.

Take care all,
I quit with you today.

Everything your going through is normal. I have walked in your shoes and I know exactly what your feeling. Believe it or not it gets better, give it some time and take it day by day.

[nomorecope!]

Well, I just passed 48 hrs.

I'm writing this to help others that are either thinking about quitting or are just starting, because reading a lot of posts prior to quitting really helped me.

I DO feel better...a little bit.

I have a clearer head, better outlook on things, slightly better sense of humor.
However, I'm still experiencing some pretty serious symptoms of withdrawal -

A very tight chest, I feel the need to constantly take a deep, deep breath and slowly exhale. I get the sensation that if I don't take these deep breaths, my chest will implode. It is really tight.
Much difficulty concentrating. In fact, I'm noticing that if I try to activate certain parts of my brain in concentration, such as doing math calculations in my head or really concentrating on a certain passage in a book, these actions almost instantly trigger more intense withdrawal symptoms.

My withdrawal symptoms are definitely closely associated with certain parts of my brain becoming stimulated.

I feel a constant need to be drinking water. I literally feel as if I've traded one addiction for another. I'll take the water addiction, thanks.

My leg and arm muscles are extremely jumpy. I am constantly restless. I'm tempted to go out and just destroy my muscles with a crazy crossfit style workout, but at the same time I refrain because I'm scared of getting too excited and bringing on some serious craves.

I'm trying to move forward extremely slowly at this early stage in my quit. I know I am extremely vulnerable right now.

Crazy activity going on in my gut. I think my stomach and intestines are adjusting to the lack of vasoconstriction and all sorts of crazy shit is going on. Whatever, bring it.

I have noticed that it's a little easier for me to read, so I'll be exploring that today, without overwhelming my brain and causing any weakness in my quit.

Take care all,
I quit with you today.

[nomorecope!]

Hi all,
I'm almost at 24 hours. I read a thousand posts last night as I was physically shaking and screaming. Posted roll on December 2015 quit group.
I separated from the Navy 2 weeks ago and have been using my separation date as a catalyst to quit this motherfucker, Copenhagen.
I started in High School, back when I was hanging out with my coach on the weekend. He handed me a can of Kodiak, took a small pinch and ended up on the floor for about an hour.
For some unknown reason, I kept taking more pinches, even though every time it made me sick. I continued throughout college and into my Navy career.
I don't think I was truly hard core addicted until I started working in the Navy day in and day out, doing very dangerous, stressful work and supervising a lot of young kids.
The stress of constantly worrying about somebody getting hurt or killed, including myself, lead me to dip all day long.
Looking back on it, I know that dip didn't help me deal with the stress or pressure at all, it actually hurt my ability to deal with things... but you all know how irrational you can be when the addiction is calling you. It "felt" like Copenhagen was providing some relief.
Over the years I've noticed my personality change quite a bit. I'm a serious asshole at work and I don't get along with most people. I'm known as the really hard core guy who has no sympathy for excuses or crap performance. This is partly my inherent personality, but it's also a reflection of what Copenhagen slowly did to me.
I became increasingly isolated from family and friends. I would make excuses not to go to social events, simply because I knew I would want to dip 1/2 way through the event and I'd get super irritable. I've broken off a couple relationships with really nice women, simply because I didn't want to problem solve in the relationship. I'd rather sit at home in front of the TV and make love to my mistress, miss Copenhagen.
I'm such a fucking coward.
I'm literally freaking out as I write this, dealing with withdrawals, but at the same time I feel a little bit of relief as I've honestly never been very open to anyone about my addiction. I feel like I'm being honest about it for the first time!
I am an addict.
I have allowed Copenhagen to run my life for the last 15 years.
No more.
Fuck this addiction.
I need to grow up, own it, be honest with myself, attack this bitch head on and become a better man.
I need to connect with the guy I used to be - always laughing, care free, laid back. Where did he go? Copenhagen took him away.
This habit is so incredibly disgusting. I look at the spitters, trash cans lined with residue, granules of snuff all over my front seat and in the nooks and crannies of my truck.
Disgusting, disgusting, disgusting.
The funny thing is, I've dated some very intelligent, beautiful, top notch women before who busted me dipping and actually put up with it. I seriously do not understand how any woman can put up with a guy that dips. It is truly disgusting and shows a lack of character. It truly is a low, low, habit. Let's be honest.
I feel a lot better as I'm writing this, but I know there is a long, long road ahead of me. I'm glad I found this forum, it seems to be filled with people just like me, with the same attitude and commitment.
Ok, I think I'm going to go and run 10 miles because if I don't I might throw my couch through the fucking wall. I am bouncing around the house, can't concentrate on anything, keep forgetting why the hell I walked into a room. Hitting all kinds of mood swings, randomly laughing at a stupid commercial that's not even funny. Losing my shit for no reason when the neighbor's dog steps onto my lawn. Getting emotional about my family and memories of being a young boy growing up. So fucking weird.
Thanks in advance to anyone who reads this. For some reason, it's making me feel better that I'm telling some stranger, somewhere, how I feel.
Stay strong all.

Sounds familiar. I'm at day 25 and it gets a lot easier. Just keep telling yourself that you won't buy a can.

You don't need the nicotine.

Thanks Casey!
I found it interesting from your posts that you are finding the ability to write again. I've always had a problem writing without a dip in, but I'm already noticing things getting a little bit easier.
Have you found that your concentration is back to normal? Or has it even improved?
Stay strong.
I quit with you today.

[nomorecope!]

KingNothing, Feja, Felson,
Thanks guys. Past 48 hours and feeling strong. I'm sitting here at my desk with a slight edge of rage...not at anybody in my life or anything that has happened, but as a defense at that crazy woman who is out there watching me, observing, waiting for me to get overconfident, weak, show some hubris. Then she's going to strike hard.

No, no, no.

Not today.

Thanks guys, this place fucking rocks.

I quit with you all today.

[CaseyB]

Hi all,
I'm almost at 24 hours. I read a thousand posts last night as I was physically shaking and screaming. Posted roll on December 2015 quit group.
I separated from the Navy 2 weeks ago and have been using my separation date as a catalyst to quit this motherfucker, Copenhagen.
I started in High School, back when I was hanging out with my coach on the weekend. He handed me a can of Kodiak, took a small pinch and ended up on the floor for about an hour.
For some unknown reason, I kept taking more pinches, even though every time it made me sick. I continued throughout college and into my Navy career.
I don't think I was truly hard core addicted until I started working in the Navy day in and day out, doing very dangerous, stressful work and supervising a lot of young kids.
The stress of constantly worrying about somebody getting hurt or killed, including myself, lead me to dip all day long.
Looking back on it, I know that dip didn't help me deal with the stress or pressure at all, it actually hurt my ability to deal with things... but you all know how irrational you can be when the addiction is calling you. It "felt" like Copenhagen was providing some relief.
Over the years I've noticed my personality change quite a bit. I'm a serious asshole at work and I don't get along with most people. I'm known as the really hard core guy who has no sympathy for excuses or crap performance. This is partly my inherent personality, but it's also a reflection of what Copenhagen slowly did to me.
I became increasingly isolated from family and friends. I would make excuses not to go to social events, simply because I knew I would want to dip 1/2 way through the event and I'd get super irritable. I've broken off a couple relationships with really nice women, simply because I didn't want to problem solve in the relationship. I'd rather sit at home in front of the TV and make love to my mistress, miss Copenhagen.
I'm such a fucking coward.
I'm literally freaking out as I write this, dealing with withdrawals, but at the same time I feel a little bit of relief as I've honestly never been very open to anyone about my addiction. I feel like I'm being honest about it for the first time!
I am an addict.
I have allowed Copenhagen to run my life for the last 15 years.
No more.
Fuck this addiction.
I need to grow up, own it, be honest with myself, attack this bitch head on and become a better man.
I need to connect with the guy I used to be - always laughing, care free, laid back. Where did he go? Copenhagen took him away.
This habit is so incredibly disgusting. I look at the spitters, trash cans lined with residue, granules of snuff all over my front seat and in the nooks and crannies of my truck.
Disgusting, disgusting, disgusting.
The funny thing is, I've dated some very intelligent, beautiful, top notch women before who busted me dipping and actually put up with it. I seriously do not understand how any woman can put up with a guy that dips. It is truly disgusting and shows a lack of character. It truly is a low, low, habit. Let's be honest.
I feel a lot better as I'm writing this, but I know there is a long, long road ahead of me. I'm glad I found this forum, it seems to be filled with people just like me, with the same attitude and commitment.
Ok, I think I'm going to go and run 10 miles because if I don't I might throw my couch through the fucking wall. I am bouncing around the house, can't concentrate on anything, keep forgetting why the hell I walked into a room. Hitting all kinds of mood swings, randomly laughing at a stupid commercial that's not even funny. Losing my shit for no reason when the neighbor's dog steps onto my lawn. Getting emotional about my family and memories of being a young boy growing up. So fucking weird.
Thanks in advance to anyone who reads this. For some reason, it's making me feel better that I'm telling some stranger, somewhere, how I feel.
Stay strong all.

Sounds familiar. I'm at day 25 and it gets a lot easier. Just keep telling yourself that you won't buy a can.

You don't need the nicotine.

[Keja]

Judging by your posts, you definitely have the right mindset and attitude to be successful. You've done your homework.

Personally, I'm going onto day 20. This is the longest amount of time I've gone without dipping.

We're in this together!

[felson33]

Not sure why you think you are a "fucking coward"? I quit 4 days ago and i don't know if I'll succeed but I'm thinking we are being kinda courageous aren't we? Trying to quit what is arguably the most addictive substance known to man? It's brave.

[KingNothing]

Starting to feel remarkably better, but I've been here before and I know she's just playing games with me and waiting to hit me hard when I start to get overconfident.
Not this time, bitch.
One day at a time.
Let's see if I can get any sleep tonight.

Yes! Keep this attitude and you can not fail bro.

[nomorecope!]

Starting to feel remarkably better, but I've been here before and I know she's just playing games with me and waiting to hit me hard when I start to get overconfident.
Not this time, bitch.
One day at a time.
Let's see if I can get any sleep tonight.

[KingNothing]

Congrats on the quit. Now, it's all about withstanding the tests of time. Stay strong.

Don't worry about the tests of time right now. The only battle you have to win right now is today. You can't win tomorrow without winning today so don't worry about it yet. If you bite too big a chunk off, the task will seem insurmountable. Just quit today. ODAAT (one day at a time) is a tenet to live by in your quits.

[DRock88]

Congrats on the quit. Now, it's all about withstanding the tests of time. Stay strong.

[Stillamarine]

Now that's what I'm fucking talking about. Get pissed off. This is the place to do it. Whatever makes your quit stronger. You got the right attitude. Now get in here and do your damn thing. Post roll in your group every damn day. Exchange some numbers and reach out when you need some support. Its a brother/sisterhood.

I quit with you.

SAM -91

[normjr88]

Hi all,
I'm almost at 24 hours. I read a thousand posts last night as I was physically shaking and screaming. Posted roll on December 2015 quit group.
I separated from the Navy 2 weeks ago and have been using my separation date as a catalyst to quit this motherfucker, Copenhagen.
I started in High School, back when I was hanging out with my coach on the weekend. He handed me a can of Kodiak, took a small pinch and ended up on the floor for about an hour.
For some unknown reason, I kept taking more pinches, even though every time it made me sick. I continued throughout college and into my Navy career.
I don't think I was truly hard core addicted until I started working in the Navy day in and day out, doing very dangerous, stressful work and supervising a lot of young kids.
The stress of constantly worrying about somebody getting hurt or killed, including myself, lead me to dip all day long.
Looking back on it, I know that dip didn't help me deal with the stress or pressure at all, it actually hurt my ability to deal with things... but you all know how irrational you can be when the addiction is calling you. It "felt" like Copenhagen was providing some relief.
Over the years I've noticed my personality change quite a bit. I'm a serious asshole at work and I don't get along with most people. I'm known as the really hard core guy who has no sympathy for excuses or crap performance. This is partly my inherent personality, but it's also a reflection of what Copenhagen slowly did to me.
I became increasingly isolated from family and friends. I would make excuses not to go to social events, simply because I knew I would want to dip 1/2 way through the event and I'd get super irritable. I've broken off a couple relationships with really nice women, simply because I didn't want to problem solve in the relationship. I'd rather sit at home in front of the TV and make love to my mistress, miss Copenhagen.
I'm such a fucking coward.
I'm literally freaking out as I write this, dealing with withdrawals, but at the same time I feel a little bit of relief as I've honestly never been very open to anyone about my addiction. I feel like I'm being honest about it for the first time!
I am an addict.
I have allowed Copenhagen to run my life for the last 15 years.
No more.
Fuck this addiction.
I need to grow up, own it, be honest with myself, attack this bitch head on and become a better man.
I need to connect with the guy I used to be - always laughing, care free, laid back. Where did he go? Copenhagen took him away.
This habit is so incredibly disgusting. I look at the spitters, trash cans lined with residue, granules of snuff all over my front seat and in the nooks and crannies of my truck.
Disgusting, disgusting, disgusting.
The funny thing is, I've dated some very intelligent, beautiful, top notch women before who busted me dipping and actually put up with it. I seriously do not understand how any woman can put up with a guy that dips. It is truly disgusting and shows a lack of character. It truly is a low, low, habit. Let's be honest.
I feel a lot better as I'm writing this, but I know there is a long, long road ahead of me. I'm glad I found this forum, it seems to be filled with people just like me, with the same attitude and commitment.
Ok, I think I'm going to go and run 10 miles because if I don't I might throw my couch through the fucking wall. I am bouncing around the house, can't concentrate on anything, keep forgetting why the hell I walked into a room. Hitting all kinds of mood swings, randomly laughing at a stupid commercial that's not even funny. Losing my shit for no reason when the neighbor's dog steps onto my lawn. Getting emotional about my family and memories of being a young boy growing up. So fucking weird.
Thanks in advance to anyone who reads this. For some reason, it's making me feel better that I'm telling some stranger, somewhere, how I feel.
Stay strong all.

Congrats on 24 hours. I quit yesterday as well. Cope WAS my "stress preventer" as well.

If you ever need support or someone to vent at send me a message. There are a bunch of people here who have been through everything you are going through. I stayed up late last night pouring through posts as well.

Keep chugging water and kick nic to the street.

I quit with you!!!!!!!!!!!

30 years here brother. It can be done but you have to want it. You've got to say fuck you bitch. You don't control my life anymore. Post roll EDD and quit ODAAT. A lot of badass quitters here so your not alone. QLF

Thanks everybody.
I remember as a kid, giving my Mother hell because she was smoking all the time.
I simply could not understand why she couldn't "just quit".
Now I get it.
I'm glad I didn't offend anybody with my aggressive posting. I just really feel I need to face this bitch head on and be a mean sonofabitch.
Pab is talking about what an addict would pay to get his fix. It's absolutely unreal how much $ I've wasted on this addiction.
Seriously, sometimes I was doing a can a day, 7 days a week. Dude, easily $200/month.
Compound that at 12% for 15 years..........Oh, my God....I'm an idiot.

NO MORE.

What really helped me and still does today is stating active with your group and with other groups. I feel like when I reach out to help others it also helps me stay focus on my quit. Rant all you want. That fucking bitch does not own you. Take control of you life and it starts today, not tomorrow but just for today. We worry about tomorrow, tomorrow. Been quit for 102 days and have saved over $1,000.00.. Two can a day, and never thought twice about speeding money. Just as long as I had my fix.

[nomorecope!]

Hi all,
I'm almost at 24 hours. I read a thousand posts last night as I was physically shaking and screaming. Posted roll on December 2015 quit group.
I separated from the Navy 2 weeks ago and have been using my separation date as a catalyst to quit this motherfucker, Copenhagen.
I started in High School, back when I was hanging out with my coach on the weekend. He handed me a can of Kodiak, took a small pinch and ended up on the floor for about an hour.
For some unknown reason, I kept taking more pinches, even though every time it made me sick. I continued throughout college and into my Navy career.
I don't think I was truly hard core addicted until I started working in the Navy day in and day out, doing very dangerous, stressful work and supervising a lot of young kids.
The stress of constantly worrying about somebody getting hurt or killed, including myself, lead me to dip all day long.
Looking back on it, I know that dip didn't help me deal with the stress or pressure at all, it actually hurt my ability to deal with things... but you all know how irrational you can be when the addiction is calling you. It "felt" like Copenhagen was providing some relief.
Over the years I've noticed my personality change quite a bit. I'm a serious asshole at work and I don't get along with most people. I'm known as the really hard core guy who has no sympathy for excuses or crap performance. This is partly my inherent personality, but it's also a reflection of what Copenhagen slowly did to me.
I became increasingly isolated from family and friends. I would make excuses not to go to social events, simply because I knew I would want to dip 1/2 way through the event and I'd get super irritable. I've broken off a couple relationships with really nice women, simply because I didn't want to problem solve in the relationship. I'd rather sit at home in front of the TV and make love to my mistress, miss Copenhagen.
I'm such a fucking coward.
I'm literally freaking out as I write this, dealing with withdrawals, but at the same time I feel a little bit of relief as I've honestly never been very open to anyone about my addiction. I feel like I'm being honest about it for the first time!
I am an addict.
I have allowed Copenhagen to run my life for the last 15 years.
No more.
Fuck this addiction.
I need to grow up, own it, be honest with myself, attack this bitch head on and become a better man.
I need to connect with the guy I used to be - always laughing, care free, laid back. Where did he go? Copenhagen took him away.
This habit is so incredibly disgusting. I look at the spitters, trash cans lined with residue, granules of snuff all over my front seat and in the nooks and crannies of my truck.
Disgusting, disgusting, disgusting.
The funny thing is, I've dated some very intelligent, beautiful, top notch women before who busted me dipping and actually put up with it. I seriously do not understand how any woman can put up with a guy that dips. It is truly disgusting and shows a lack of character. It truly is a low, low, habit. Let's be honest.
I feel a lot better as I'm writing this, but I know there is a long, long road ahead of me. I'm glad I found this forum, it seems to be filled with people just like me, with the same attitude and commitment.
Ok, I think I'm going to go and run 10 miles because if I don't I might throw my couch through the fucking wall. I am bouncing around the house, can't concentrate on anything, keep forgetting why the hell I walked into a room. Hitting all kinds of mood swings, randomly laughing at a stupid commercial that's not even funny. Losing my shit for no reason when the neighbor's dog steps onto my lawn. Getting emotional about my family and memories of being a young boy growing up. So fucking weird.
Thanks in advance to anyone who reads this. For some reason, it's making me feel better that I'm telling some stranger, somewhere, how I feel.
Stay strong all.

Congrats on 24 hours. I quit yesterday as well. Cope WAS my "stress preventer" as well.

If you ever need support or someone to vent at send me a message. There are a bunch of people here who have been through everything you are going through. I stayed up late last night pouring through posts as well.

Keep chugging water and kick nic to the street.

I quit with you!!!!!!!!!!!

30 years here brother. It can be done but you have to want it. You've got to say fuck you bitch. You don't control my life anymore. Post roll EDD and quit ODAAT. A lot of badass quitters here so your not alone. QLF

Thanks everybody.
I remember as a kid, giving my Mother hell because she was smoking all the time.
I simply could not understand why she couldn't "just quit".
Now I get it.
I'm glad I didn't offend anybody with my aggressive posting. I just really feel I need to face this bitch head on and be a mean sonofabitch.
Pab is talking about what an addict would pay to get his fix. It's absolutely unreal how much $ I've wasted on this addiction.
Seriously, sometimes I was doing a can a day, 7 days a week. Dude, easily $200/month.
Compound that at 12% for 15 years..........Oh, my God....I'm an idiot.

NO MORE.

[KingNothing]

Maintain this intensity brother. Nicotine will attempt to find any chink in the armor that it can to sneak back into your life. The fog you are experiencing right now will pass, but your desire to control this addiction cannot. Hang on to it as tightly as you can and you're already one big step ahead.

Quit on NMC