Help me quit

[Rawls]

Congrats Harbinger on the C Note.
Great start brother. EDD ODAAT.

[worktowin]

Welcome to 100! One day at a time, a lot more greatness is ahead. See you at 101 tomorrow, and thanks for all that you do on this site!

[Scowick65]

1 Month - Well the last 2 weeks has been sluggish to say the least. I have had problems with depression in the past and it seems the nic bitch was covering up some lingering issues, but I have the tools to deal with that now it just caught me by surprise.

I have taken steps to improve a lot of different areas of my life since I flushed that last tin. It seems that my quit has giving me a lot of confidence to make changes that I've needed to make for a while now. I'm slowly getting my life and freedom back thanks to this site. Thanks to all the vets and the April Apes as well.

Hell yeah brother sounds like your getting all your ducks in a row! Remember friend most all of us struggle from time to time but we keep putting one foot in front of the other and call out for help if we need it! Damn proud to be quit with you my friend! I'm just a text away!

Very proud for you dude! One foot in front of the other, and life will keep getting better.

You're the real deal brother, very proud to be quit with you!
EDD!

You're killing your quit bro, keep it up! Enjoy the freedom from the chains!

'clap'

[worktowin]

44 days of freedom! Man you are a great leader on this site. Thanks for all that you do. One day at a time there is a greatness ahead that you cannot imagine!

[Smeds]

1 Month - Well the last 2 weeks has been sluggish to say the least. I have had problems with depression in the past and it seems the nic bitch was covering up some lingering issues, but I have the tools to deal with that now it just caught me by surprise.

I have taken steps to improve a lot of different areas of my life since I flushed that last tin. It seems that my quit has giving me a lot of confidence to make changes that I've needed to make for a while now. I'm slowly getting my life and freedom back thanks to this site. Thanks to all the vets and the April Apes as well.

Hell yeah brother sounds like your getting all your ducks in a row! Remember friend most all of us struggle from time to time but we keep putting one foot in front of the other and call out for help if we need it! Damn proud to be quit with you my friend! I'm just a text away!

Very proud for you dude! One foot in front of the other, and life will keep getting better.

You're the real deal brother, very proud to be quit with you!
EDD!

You're killing your quit bro, keep it up! Enjoy the freedom from the chains!

[trigerhapy]

1 Month - Well the last 2 weeks has been sluggish to say the least. I have had problems with depression in the past and it seems the nic bitch was covering up some lingering issues, but I have the tools to deal with that now it just caught me by surprise.

I have taken steps to improve a lot of different areas of my life since I flushed that last tin. It seems that my quit has giving me a lot of confidence to make changes that I've needed to make for a while now. I'm slowly getting my life and freedom back thanks to this site. Thanks to all the vets and the April Apes as well.

Hell yeah brother sounds like your getting all your ducks in a row! Remember friend most all of us struggle from time to time but we keep putting one foot in front of the other and call out for help if we need it! Damn proud to be quit with you my friend! I'm just a text away!

Very proud for you dude! One foot in front of the other, and life will keep getting better.

You're the real deal brother, very proud to be quit with you!
EDD!

[worktowin]

1 Month - Well the last 2 weeks has been sluggish to say the least. I have had problems with depression in the past and it seems the nic bitch was covering up some lingering issues, but I have the tools to deal with that now it just caught me by surprise.

I have taken steps to improve a lot of different areas of my life since I flushed that last tin. It seems that my quit has giving me a lot of confidence to make changes that I've needed to make for a while now. I'm slowly getting my life and freedom back thanks to this site. Thanks to all the vets and the April Apes as well.

Hell yeah brother sounds like your getting all your ducks in a row! Remember friend most all of us struggle from time to time but we keep putting one foot in front of the other and call out for help if we need it! Damn proud to be quit with you my friend! I'm just a text away!

Very proud for you dude! One foot in front of the other, and life will keep getting better.

[pab1964]

1 Month - Well the last 2 weeks has been sluggish to say the least. I have had problems with depression in the past and it seems the nic bitch was covering up some lingering issues, but I have the tools to deal with that now it just caught me by surprise.

I have taken steps to improve a lot of different areas of my life since I flushed that last tin. It seems that my quit has giving me a lot of confidence to make changes that I've needed to make for a while now. I'm slowly getting my life and freedom back thanks to this site. Thanks to all the vets and the April Apes as well.

Hell yeah brother sounds like your getting all your ducks in a row! Remember friend most all of us struggle from time to time but we keep putting one foot in front of the other and call out for help if we need it! Damn proud to be quit with you my friend! I'm just a text away!

[Harbinger17]

1 Month - Well the last 2 weeks has been sluggish to say the least. I have had problems with depression in the past and it seems the nic bitch was covering up some lingering issues, but I have the tools to deal with that now it just caught me by surprise.

I have taken steps to improve a lot of different areas of my life since I flushed that last tin. It seems that my quit has giving me a lot of confidence to make changes that I've needed to make for a while now. I'm slowly getting my life and freedom back thanks to this site. Thanks to all the vets and the April Apes as well.

[JoeQuit]

Harbinger - stay strong don't let your guard down. I am into day 3 as well and it is very difficult. I have the fake shit too....BacOff wintergreen, helps a lot., tea leaves. No nic, no tobacco. What brand did you get? Keep reading others stories on here, that's what I do to get my shit straight and kick that nic to the curb. Also, if you have local AA or NA groups that hold meetings you can get support there too. It helps to see and be with people face to face and talk about it. We are all addicts - whether its alcohol, pills, nic, drugs. Be strong and let go. You can do it. - Joe

Thanks Joe. I'm trying Nip energy Dip. A sports trainer from MLB came up with it. Its made of sea sponge and is pretty dang close to the smell and texture of the real stuff. (Looks nothing like real chew though) I'm thinking of trying Jake's Mint chew after this. There is also a sampler pack on Amazon I was looking at.

Yeah I have been reading a lot of the HOF and HOL speeches. Some great stuff in there. I didn't even think of the AA groups, I guess I just assumed it was alcoholics only, but your right its all the same an addict is an addict. Glad to quit with you today.

I actually got some of the fake stuff, but I really don't have a desire for it. I'm sure it differs for everyone though. I do chew sugarless gum or lifesavers though. I have those same weak moments at night or when I am alone and also think of my quit and my health, my family, and being true to everyone on here that has helped me in just a week. Most people don't know about AA groups but if you do some research you will find there are meetings every night probably really close to your house. They have NA too (narcotics anony) but either one will accept your presence. Everyone tat goes to those meetings are all addicts and the common goal is to stay SOBER. Hit me up if you need anything. Stay quit with me brother - Joe

[pab1964]

I have been chewing heavily for 6 years. I picked it up while playing hockey in high school. I have tried quitting a few times over the years and have failed miserably. I'm a slave to this shit. Digging out the last remaining bits of tins in desperation or running to the gas station at 3 am with pocket change to get a tin. Its just sad.

My uncle had a cancer scare from chewing when he was my age and I'm terrified it'll happen to me. I need to be chained to a tree or I will lie, cheat, and steal to get a dip. That's fucked up but its true and I hate that it has turned me into that. I don't want to waste my life because i just had to have a dip. I need help with this as I can't seem to do it myself. 'help' How did you guys do it? I'm thinking of trying the Fake alternative chew.



For Future Reference

Day 1-3
- The suck does indeed SUCK. Don't relive it no matter what.

Day 4 - Remember the retreads and cave stories.

- (W) was extremely ashamed of letting down the group. He owned up to it and still was taken back by Nic Bitch. (Strength of the Addiction)
- (R) overconfidence and belief of defeating the addiction led to downfall. (Addict forever)
- I accept that I am an addict and will be forever. I will NEVER let my guard down. One is to many.

Day 5 - Reach out

- Suffered longer than I had to because I didn't reach out. Use the tools.
- Stay with meditation it helped the sleep issues and anxiety.

Day 7 - Motivation
Fear and anger will only get me so far. Freedom has to be my motivation for long term success.

Hey Harbinger, I texted you FYI. I've never had to be tied to a tree, but damn close. Dipped for 6 years, also. Also heavy user, abuser. I am quit, for over 72 hours now, but I still have D.I.P. stamped on my brain, so I come here for the brotherhood. I remember trying to quit before. I was in college. My roommate and best friend Mike chased me around the house trying to prevent me from walking down the street to buy a fresh can. SAD. This time will be different. Not because I've matured. Not because I'm somehow "mentally stronger" now. Because I am BOUND by my promise to quit... and my integrity as a human is on the line, along with my reputation, health, life, everything! I have nothing to lose by staying quit and everything to gain. If I went to the gas station or one of the lovely Tobacco 4 Less stores here in my area to buy a can, I would feel good for about 10 minutes TOPS. Then the guilt would set in. And eventually humiliation by the inevitable people that find out I am ninja dipping. Not worth it, brother. Stay quit. Take it one day at a time. Know you are an addict and be cognizant of your triggers. I will be there for anything you need... besides nicotine, of course.

Does the olé ticker good see young fellows quitting! You got this shit! Day 11 quit after 38 years of addiction! Stay strong and yes baccoff helps wintergreen tobacco free! Always willing to help my brother!

[Jerk11]

I have been chewing heavily for 6 years. I picked it up while playing hockey in high school. I have tried quitting a few times over the years and have failed miserably. I'm a slave to this shit. Digging out the last remaining bits of tins in desperation or running to the gas station at 3 am with pocket change to get a tin. Its just sad.

My uncle had a cancer scare from chewing when he was my age and I'm terrified it'll happen to me. I need to be chained to a tree or I will lie, cheat, and steal to get a dip. That's fucked up but its true and I hate that it has turned me into that. I don't want to waste my life because i just had to have a dip. I need help with this as I can't seem to do it myself. 'help' How did you guys do it? I'm thinking of trying the Fake alternative chew.



For Future Reference

Day 1-3
- The suck does indeed SUCK. Don't relive it no matter what.

Day 4 - Remember the retreads and cave stories.

- (W) was extremely ashamed of letting down the group. He owned up to it and still was taken back by Nic Bitch. (Strength of the Addiction)
- (R) overconfidence and belief of defeating the addiction led to downfall. (Addict forever)
- I accept that I am an addict and will be forever. I will NEVER let my guard down. One is to many.

Day 5 - Reach out

- Suffered longer than I had to because I didn't reach out. Use the tools.
- Stay with meditation it helped the sleep issues and anxiety.

Day 7 - Motivation
Fear and anger will only get me so far. Freedom has to be my motivation for long term success.

Hey Harbinger, I texted you FYI. I've never had to be tied to a tree, but damn close. Dipped for 6 years, also. Also heavy user, abuser. I am quit, for over 72 hours now, but I still have D.I.P. stamped on my brain, so I come here for the brotherhood. I remember trying to quit before. I was in college. My roommate and best friend Mike chased me around the house trying to prevent me from walking down the street to buy a fresh can. SAD. This time will be different. Not because I've matured. Not because I'm somehow "mentally stronger" now. Because I am BOUND by my promise to quit... and my integrity as a human is on the line, along with my reputation, health, life, everything! I have nothing to lose by staying quit and everything to gain. If I went to the gas station or one of the lovely Tobacco 4 Less stores here in my area to buy a can, I would feel good for about 10 minutes TOPS. Then the guilt would set in. And eventually humiliation by the inevitable people that find out I am ninja dipping. Not worth it, brother. Stay quit. Take it one day at a time. Know you are an addict and be cognizant of your triggers. I will be there for anything you need... besides nicotine, of course.

[Steakbomb18]

Day 7 - I just wanted to apologize if I overstepped my bounds by posting in the intros while I'm still a newbie. I realize I'm young and inexperienced , but I feel like I can help if I pick my moments. I may have been a little over the top with some other postings as well, but I believe it was necessary to get me through this week. The lump on the side of my throat is almost gone. (Maybe it was an infection). I should still get checked out this weekend just incase. All in all I'm physically much better, there is still a slight amount of fog. I have gotten numbers and have given mine out to what I think is "enough" people, but I guess there is always room for more. There seems to be a lot of good guys and girl in the Apes of April. I'm proud to be apart of a such a badass group of quitters.

An intro while a newb is absolutely the best time to do so. You'll keep coming back here, recording thoughts of your quit. Perfect spot ... and what it is intended for. Later down the road, you'll get to look back at your journey of quit, and reflect. You're good bro, and killing it. Congrats on the week! It smells all sorts of quitty in here. Stay strong, PM me if you want more digits!!

Nate, ^^^^^^^ this is a good dude to have in your corner but please for the love of God, do not ask him to send you ANY pictures. You will never get the images out of your head!

roflmao

Dude, post away. Journal your quit however you want. This is your intro. AND...even though your only 7 days deep, post support on other newbie intros. Offer your advice for having just banged out your first week of quit. That's f'ing badass dude...you need to share with others how you made it out of the fog. Success stories and support among newbies keeps vets inspired.

[Harbinger17]

Day 7 - I just wanted to apologize if I overstepped my bounds by posting in the intros while I'm still a newbie. I realize I'm young and inexperienced , but I feel like I can help if I pick my moments. I may have been a little over the top with some other postings as well, but I believe it was necessary to get me through this week. The lump on the side of my throat is almost gone. (Maybe it was an infection). I should still get checked out this weekend just incase. All in all I'm physically much better, there is still a slight amount of fog. I have gotten numbers and have given mine out to what I think is "enough" people, but I guess there is always room for more. There seems to be a lot of good guys and girl in the Apes of April. I'm proud to be apart of a such a badass group of quitters.

An intro while a newb is absolutely the best time to do so. You'll keep coming back here, recording thoughts of your quit. Perfect spot ... and what it is intended for. Later down the road, you'll get to look back at your journey of quit, and reflect. You're good bro, and killing it. Congrats on the week! It smells all sorts of quitty in here. Stay strong, PM me if you want more digits!!

Nate, ^^^^^^^ this is a good dude to have in your corner but please for the love of God, do not ask him to send you ANY pictures. You will never get the images out of your head!

roflmao

[Smeds]

Day 7 - I just wanted to apologize if I overstepped my bounds by posting in the intros while I'm still a newbie. I realize I'm young and inexperienced , but I feel like I can help if I pick my moments. I may have been a little over the top with some other postings as well, but I believe it was necessary to get me through this week. The lump on the side of my throat is almost gone. (Maybe it was an infection). I should still get checked out this weekend just incase. All in all I'm physically much better, there is still a slight amount of fog. I have gotten numbers and have given mine out to what I think is "enough" people, but I guess there is always room for more. There seems to be a lot of good guys and girl in the Apes of April. I'm proud to be apart of a such a badass group of quitters.

An intro while a newb is absolutely the best time to do so. You'll keep coming back here, recording thoughts of your quit. Perfect spot ... and what it is intended for. Later down the road, you'll get to look back at your journey of quit, and reflect. You're good bro, and killing it. Congrats on the week! It smells all sorts of quitty in here. Stay strong, PM me if you want more digits!!

Nate, ^^^^^^^ this is a good dude to have in your corner but please for the love of God, do not ask him to send you ANY pictures. You will never get the images out of your head!

Grady likes them sent to his Walgreen account ... Preferably printed on a coffee mug. 'na na'

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