A Strange Goodbye

[SirDerek]

All I've read tells me that physically it's gone (the drug), but what I really believe is inside your head all those receptors used to getting (for me was a near-constant steady uptake) of nicotine are kind of mis-firing cause they're not getting it. That's the fog and the out of sorts, and the dizziness, and all that other crap...

So even though we're nicotine free, it's gonna take some time before our friggin' brains learn out to operate in that new environment. I think I read on a post somewhere from one of the vets this can be as long as three weeks. Hang tough brother, the fog will lift one day....one other post I read...."it'll suck until it doesn't"....doesn't is coming, wait for it ODAAT like all the rest of us.

In your shoes, man!

you guys both have this,

yes it is your brain now learning to function in the absence of the poison, and yes there is a lot of people who have the messed up sleep patterns. But do take this note: allow yourself to relax, your body is fighting so give it the chance, think of it as a reward for a job well done of honoring your word.

now I use a cpap so when I quit my sleep at night was not disrupted too much but I did take quite a few 15 minute power naps during the day. they were so refreshing.

keep it up, you are throwing a shut out: your day # to the nic biotch 0

[CavMan83]

All I've read tells me that physically it's gone (the drug), but what I really believe is inside your head all those receptors used to getting (for me was a near-constant steady uptake) of nicotine are kind of mis-firing cause they're not getting it. That's the fog and the out of sorts, and the dizziness, and all that other crap...

So even though we're nicotine free, it's gonna take some time before our friggin' brains learn out to operate in that new environment. I think I read on a post somewhere from one of the vets this can be as long as three weeks. Hang tough brother, the fog will lift one day....one other post I read...."it'll suck until it doesn't"....doesn't is coming, wait for it ODAAT like all the rest of us.

In your shoes, man!

[FlyersGuy]

It's pretty bizarre. I just fell asleep on the couch. Every time I wake up I feel like I'm in the twilight zone or strung out. Is my body trying to repair itself? Or is my the nicotine still not out of my body yet? I don't know. I'd just like to feel rested!

[CavMan83]

FlyersGuy,

With you on the whole sleeping thing....four nights running, 0200, BAM there I am wide awake...first two nights in a cold sweat, then just waking up....just thankful I can get back to sleep usually. Wonder when the sleep pattern is completely back to normal....

Hang tough dude, we're in this together...

[FlyersGuy]

Still working on the sleeping aspect as I feel a little strung out at night. Successfully avoided boozing on the golf course yesterday. So I'm doing better than ever. Long day sitting on the couch today watching the US Open today but I'll be keeping myself busy.

[Lipizzaner]

I appreciate all the suggestions and advice people have been giving me.

Came home last night and went to the gym to throw some iron around. Went for a run. Sat in the sauna and reflected a bit.

I know I am on day 3 at this point and it has not been easy but this is something I am very serious about. This is something that I have wanted for a long time. I lurked around the pages for quite a bit before I made my username and officially decided to quit.

I had a bad feeling that the path I was going down with chew wasn't somewhere that I wanted to visit. I was tired of the worry and extra stress that I was bestowing upon myself.

Was the chew really calming me down or was it just telling me to shut up and ignore common logic?

Well anyway, I slept a little better last night. Still far from normal but tonight I did not wake up in a puddle of my own sweat. I'm heading to the gym soon for another cardio/weight session.

Today will be a challenge. Golfing with the boys this afternoon. One of them dips. But I'll stand strong and move along, one foot in front of the other. I'll win in more than one way today.

I'm digging this guy and his quit. Fake dip helps me when I golf. Keep it up FG.

Yeah, fake chew is definitely something to keep in your golf bag, your car, and the shitter. That's my trifecta.

[slug.go]

I appreciate all the suggestions and advice people have been giving me.

Came home last night and went to the gym to throw some iron around. Went for a run. Sat in the sauna and reflected a bit.

I know I am on day 3 at this point and it has not been easy but this is something I am very serious about. This is something that I have wanted for a long time. I lurked around the pages for quite a bit before I made my username and officially decided to quit.

I had a bad feeling that the path I was going down with chew wasn't somewhere that I wanted to visit. I was tired of the worry and extra stress that I was bestowing upon myself.

Was the chew really calming me down or was it just telling me to shut up and ignore common logic?

Well anyway, I slept a little better last night. Still far from normal but tonight I did not wake up in a puddle of my own sweat. I'm heading to the gym soon for another cardio/weight session.

Today will be a challenge. Golfing with the boys this afternoon. One of them dips. But I'll stand strong and move along, one foot in front of the other. I'll win in more than one way today.

I'm digging this guy and his quit. Fake dip helps me when I golf. Keep it up FG.

[FlyersGuy]

I appreciate all the suggestions and advice people have been giving me.

Came home last night and went to the gym to throw some iron around. Went for a run. Sat in the sauna and reflected a bit.

I know I am on day 3 at this point and it has not been easy but this is something I am very serious about. This is something that I have wanted for a long time. I lurked around the pages for quite a bit before I made my username and officially decided to quit.

I had a bad feeling that the path I was going down with chew wasn't somewhere that I wanted to visit. I was tired of the worry and extra stress that I was bestowing upon myself.

Was the chew really calming me down or was it just telling me to shut up and ignore common logic?

Well anyway, I slept a little better last night. Still far from normal but tonight I did not wake up in a puddle of my own sweat. I'm heading to the gym soon for another cardio/weight session.

Today will be a challenge. Golfing with the boys this afternoon. One of them dips. But I'll stand strong and move along, one foot in front of the other. I'll win in more than one way today.

[Bombero]

When I get home from work I'll need to get to the gym. Usually stay pretty active. I'll sweat it out in the steam room tonight.

I've decided I'll lay low but know that I won't be able to hide from going out forever. I'm realistic, not naive.

Nights out at the bar, golf on Saturday, it's all the same. One foot in front of the other. Middle finger mindset.

Man I miss the steam room. I moved and this gym lacks both a sauna and steam room, so it's a sad day for the bomber.

Steam room, strenuous workouts, and gallons of water make this process so much easier. It's never easy, but it is a lot harder when you're not active, sweating, or drinking water.

I really don't know what it was that drew me to your intro, but it sounds like you've got balls and are ready to quit. I PM'd you my number - use it when you're bored or fighting a crave.

[ZillahCowboy]

When I get home from work I'll need to get to the gym. Usually stay pretty active. I'll sweat it out in the steam room tonight.

I've decided I'll lay low but know that I won't be able to hide from going out forever. I'm realistic, not naive.

Nights out at the bar, golf on Saturday, it's all the same. One foot in front of the other. Middle finger mindset.

Let me extend my welcome to you as well. You seem like you're serious about your quit. As others here have said, the first few days are going to suck. And they will continue to suck as the mind games commence. Do your best to stay active...it will really help. And cut down or quit the booze for awhile. Alcohol has killed a million quits. Check your inbox for digits.

[FlyersGuy]

When I get home from work I'll need to get to the gym. Usually stay pretty active. I'll sweat it out in the steam room tonight.

I've decided I'll lay low but know that I won't be able to hide from going out forever. I'm realistic, not naive.

Nights out at the bar, golf on Saturday, it's all the same. One foot in front of the other. Middle finger mindset.

[Bombero]

I was actually thinking about that. I'm relatively young, live in a big city and me and the boys usually go out on Friday/Saturday nights. I usually chew more than average while I'm drinking. None of my friends that I go out with chew. I'm guessing this weekend might be a good weekend for me to step back huh?

Yes, give your quit time to breathe.

I think this young quitter is seeing things for what they are, better odds than most.

I'd take it easy this weekend. Old habits die hard, and addictions are a big step above that - Let that quit put down roots and have some time for you to get past the "oh shit I must have a dip NOW" craves.

[slug.go]

I was actually thinking about that. I'm relatively young, live in a big city and me and the boys usually go out on Friday/Saturday nights. I usually chew more than average while I'm drinking. None of my friends that I go out with chew. I'm guessing this weekend might be a good weekend for me to step back huh?

Yes, give your quit time to breathe.

I think this young quitter is seeing things for what they are, better odds than most.

[Thumblewort]

I was actually thinking about that. I'm relatively young, live in a big city and me and the boys usually go out on Friday/Saturday nights. I usually chew more than average while I'm drinking. None of my friends that I go out with chew. I'm guessing this weekend might be a good weekend for me to step back huh?

Yes, give your quit time to breathe.

[FlyersGuy]

I was actually thinking about that. I'm relatively young, live in a big city and me and the boys usually go out on Friday/Saturday nights. I usually chew more than average while I'm drinking. None of my friends that I go out with chew. I'm guessing this weekend might be a good weekend for me to step back huh?