Chris' Introduction

[Mogul]

I'm too tired to actually chronicle how shitty my day has been.

I asked my wife if she even bothered to read the spouse support stuff I asked her to look at... she hasn't.

Shes also bitched about everything I have said and done today. So finally I've had it, I made us leave a restaurant early b/c I knew if I didn't get home and post on here, and read some stories.... I'd go to the store for a nice fat dip that would shut her the fuck up.

I'm not going to do that, because then I would have to start over. Dipping isn't a solution to my problems, even though it seems to always present itself that way.

-Chris

Chris. That is victory my man. Just awesome.

[Its_Got2Happen]

I'm too tired to actually chronicle how shitty my day has been.

I asked my wife if she even bothered to read the spouse support stuff I asked her to look at... she hasn't.

Shes also bitched about everything I have said and done today. So finally I've had it, I made us leave a restaurant early b/c I knew if I didn't get home and post on here, and read some stories.... I'd go to the store for a nice fat dip that would shut her the fuck up.

I'm not going to do that, because then I would have to start over. Dipping isn't a solution to my problems, even though it seems to always present itself that way.

-Chris

You are right on track bro. One problem + nicotine + 2 problems. You know this and that is why you are still quit tonight. Nice win buddy. Post roll in the morning and make Sunday a winner too. I think you are catching on man :)

[ccauley86]

I'm too tired to actually chronicle how shitty my day has been.

I asked my wife if she even bothered to read the spouse support stuff I asked her to look at... she hasn't.

Shes also bitched about everything I have said and done today. So finally I've had it, I made us leave a restaurant early b/c I knew if I didn't get home and post on here, and read some stories.... I'd go to the store for a nice fat dip that would shut her the fuck up.

I'm not going to do that, because then I would have to start over. Dipping isn't a solution to my problems, even though it seems to always present itself that way.

-Chris

[Pinched]

I'm almost at a week and I don't want to get cocky but this has not been as tough as I built it up to be in my head.

I mean the foggy feeling sucks, I feel a bit stupid at work,
when I go in a gas station I stare longingly at the tobacco behind the counter,
I look forward to every fake dip,
I still stay up to get that last goodnight fake dip in,
overall I feel a little groggy, a little grumpy,
but the fake stuff and the simplicity of the quit have me on the right path.

All i've got to do is not use tobacco in any form, today.

Keep your guard up and ready at all times. Your head is not fixed and won't be for some time. Document every shitty feeling you do have when you have them. This way when you are farther along you can remember in lieu of reliving the suck.

You are doing great, just focus one day at a time and never let yourself get ahead in the count.

[ccauley86]

I'm almost at a week and I don't want to get cocky but this has not been as tough as I built it up to be in my head.

I mean the foggy feeling sucks, I feel a bit stupid at work,
when I go in a gas station I stare longingly at the tobacco behind the counter,
I look forward to every fake dip,
I still stay up to get that last goodnight fake dip in,
overall I feel a little groggy, a little grumpy,
but the fake stuff and the simplicity of the quit have me on the right path.

All i've got to do is not use tobacco in any form, today.

[brettlees]

Chris you have some badass quitters giving you support- listen to them! You have some great bros in your quit class- lean on them! You got this, just stay committed one day at a time!

[RedfishSC1]

Chris, I'm new too and just read your post. I'm only a few years younger than you and feel the same way about quitting (except I'm in grad school at the moment..DENTAL school at that). I'm not too sure how this site works yet, but I'm ready to quit myself and would love to help in any way possible. If you need any support on tough days feel free to hit me up. It's going to be tough for me as well. Also, I'm sorry about your father! We can still lead long healthy lives if we quit now so focus on that.

[RedfishSC1]

Hey guys, can anyone explain the "morning roll call" that is quoted in this post? I just started/joined the site today and posted my intro page so I really don't know the daily activities or anyone on the site yet...any help would be greatly appreciated!

[ParadigmDawg]

Quitting is really simple.

Read everything on here, post roll call each morning and don't dip. Wow....that sounds so easy, doesn't it?

If you read through the other intro's you may see some of my same words on them but they always hold true so I will just repeat them...

You are in for one nasty fight but you have the tools here to make it.

Go load yourself up with gum, mints, fake chew, seeds and beef jerky. Also get some member phone numbers right now, they will help you through the rough parts.

Next, exercise to exhaustion every single day and drink so much water that you feel like you may bust. Both of these will help.

Make sure your wife reads about what you are going through. 99% chance that you are going to be a short fussed dick for the next 3-4 weeks. Try not to take it out on her and the kids. Get on here and take it out on us, we will be fine.

I quit with you.

[ccauley86]

So I posted in March's group. Decided not to have my "goodnight dip" last night and toss the little bit that was left. I know today I'm not going to buy any.

Thanks for the return PM CC. And congrats on the decision to take your life back.

I do have to say one thing here, be careful!! "Not buying any" is actually bullshit addict talk. I played that game for years. Quit for a while, a day or 2 maybe even a week...... only until I bummed a dip from a neighbor, friend, co-worker. GUESS WHAT?? Right back it CC. ...
Ryan

Thanks for the tip. I hate cigarettes and I don't know anyone who chews, so to me it seemed synonymous with quitting. But honestly, I could see me smoking a cigarette right now just to take the edge off... I won't, I refuse to, but that right there is the difference between "not buying a can" and quitting, period.

I took some ZzzQuil last night and still woke up multiple times. I'm actually sick with some bug that is going around work so I called out today. Big mistake, all I can do is walk around the house like a zombie. 'zombie'

I keep finding myself waiting 'til I can get a dip, then remembering I'm not doing that. After I finish this soda... After I make lunch... When I sit down to read a book...

Anyway, now that I re-read all this, I just see a sad spiral of self-pity and that makes me angry, that I depend on a can filled with disgusting weeds to hold my hand so I don't have to do it alone.

[The Ab]

Welcome to March quitters brother!!

[Its_Got2Happen]

So I posted in March's group. Decided not to have my "goodnight dip" last night and toss the little bit that was left. I know today I'm not going to buy any.

Thanks for the return PM CC. And congrats on the decision to take your life back.

I do have to say one thing here, be careful!! "Not buying any" is actually bullshit addict talk. I played that game for years. Quit for a while, a day or 2 maybe even a week...... only until I bummed a dip from a neighbor, friend, co-worker. GUESS WHAT?? Right back it CC.

Here is a better statement for you. By posting roll you are actually affirming the following: I will NOT under any circumstances but nicotine into my body today. I have made a promise to myself and to my group and I will honor my promise.

That is it bro, that is all we ask. Today is in the books buddy. I will see you back on tomorrow morning.

Ryan

[ranger520]

well that's a start.i went 2 wks then I got a can of smokey mountain to dip when things get tough.It works and I told my wife most days on the phone that when I get home im going to bed to just get thru that day.i figured if im asleep im not trying to talk myself back to dipping.....

[ccauley86]

So I posted in March's group. Decided not to have my "goodnight dip" last night and toss the little bit that was left. I know today I'm not going to buy any.

[srans]

I've got to quit to:

If only this ^^^^ was true. Then you wouldn't continue to put the filthy disgusting poison in your pie hole. You have to realize that it's all up to you my friend. You have a decision to make. You can do it, you have to believe it. Right now you can't see the truth because the poison is keeping it from you. Dig deep and find the quitter in you. He's in there, he's just hard to find. 1000's have used this site to win this battle. Why don't you take your freedom back and stop being a slave.

Begin reading everything on this site. You'll find a lot of encouragement, facts and important information that can help you. On the top left is the welcome center. Read the information on posting roll. Read how and why. Pay particular attention to why. Your move!