After 15 years, I QUIT!

[quark]

Addiction doesn't really give a damn about how many university degrees you have. We could sit down for a few days and chat about the people in my life with graduate degrees that I have watched die from feeding an addiction.

Amazing how we rationalize having the moral high ground while dipping, all the while organizing every waking hour of our lives around when our next hit of nicotine will be. Slaves to a drug, and we rationalize that using is moral.

When I was 14, you didn't have to lie about your grandfather needing the dip: the sales clerk would just sell it to you.

Austin may be anti-tobacco, but I dipped a can a day there for 4 years until I moved away.

Post roll every day, re-define what it means to be a real Texas man, and stay quit.

I quit with you today.

[normjr88]

Sent you a pm with my digits.

[normjr88]

I like what I see here, but forget forever, just worry about the next 10 hours (check local listings). Did you get other quitters digits yet? A 4 word text can get you over a crave, I know it did for me. Reach out for digits in your group.

Thanks thumblewort.

For me, knowing that dipping isn't an option will help me get through this. If I say that it's forever, that I can never use dip again, it will get me past the cravings.

Today, day 5, is a real doozy. I can't work, I can't think, and I'm hating life. I'm going to get through it, but it's hard to imagine ever feeling normal again.

That's why I have to realize that no matter how bad it gets, there's no going back. I'm quitting for life.

That's the right attitude. Don't let the bitch when. When I started to crave I just kept myself busy.
Whatever it takes do it. Remember we do this ODAAT and EDD. 30 year dipper, 2 cans a day. If I can I know you can. Stay strong brother.

[TLOC81]

I like what I see here, but forget forever, just worry about the next 10 hours (check local listings). Did you get other quitters digits yet? A 4 word text can get you over a crave, I know it did for me. Reach out for digits in your group.

Thanks thumblewort.

For me, knowing that dipping isn't an option will help me get through this. If I say that it's forever, that I can never use dip again, it will get me past the cravings.

Today, day 5, is a real doozy. I can't work, I can't think, and I'm hating life. I'm going to get through it, but it's hard to imagine ever feeling normal again.

That's why I have to realize that no matter how bad it gets, there's no going back. I'm quitting for life.

Good work Spencer. For me it was hard to imagine what normal was because I hadn't felt normal in 17 years. It took me several weeks of staying quit before I had a good day, where I got a taste of that normalcy, and the longer I've stayed quit the more "normal" days I have. I still have those shit days but it gets so much better. Quit with you man.

[spencerH]

I like what I see here, but forget forever, just worry about the next 10 hours (check local listings). Did you get other quitters digits yet? A 4 word text can get you over a crave, I know it did for me. Reach out for digits in your group.

Thanks thumblewort.

For me, knowing that dipping isn't an option will help me get through this. If I say that it's forever, that I can never use dip again, it will get me past the cravings.

Today, day 5, is a real doozy. I can't work, I can't think, and I'm hating life. I'm going to get through it, but it's hard to imagine ever feeling normal again.

That's why I have to realize that no matter how bad it gets, there's no going back. I'm quitting for life.

[Thumblewort]

I like what I see here, but forget forever, just worry about the next 10 hours (check local listings). Did you get other quitters digits yet? A 4 word text can get you over a crave, I know it did for me. Reach out for digits in your group.

[KingNothing]

Thanks to KingNothing, AngryNickCage, Pab, and Fastball. I appreciate the support, and I will stick to it.

Luckily, I don't hang out with anyone who dips, so I won't have to give up my friends. Unfortunately, almost everyone smokes when we are drinking and out, so I need to watch that trigger.

Check these pictures out:

http://www.outdoortexan.com/mycancer.htm

Stare at those for a bit before you head out and you shouldn't have any problem fighting the craves. You might even imagine all those smokers with a feeding tube, no tongue, etc. Do that and I'm pretty sure you can win that battle.

Nobody except you can make the decision to cave, no matter what else is going on around you. Just don't put it in your mouth. Not easy, but very simple.

You've got this Spencer. Keep it up.

King

Great decision Spencer. You'll find we have people from all walks of life here including business owners, doctors, dentists, rocket scientist, you name it. (Dr. stober will correct me and tell me it's actually aerospace engineering). Nic treats everyone the same. It makes us all slaves. You've listed health concerns as a primary reason to quit, which is a very legit reason to quit, but I've found that gaining back my freedom, pride, and integrity have been the greatest benefits of quitting. It's a tough road, but you Texans are known for being tough sons of bitches so I'm sure you're up for the challenge. Post up every day and connect with some fellow quitters and you'll stand a good chance of beating this bitch. Proud to be quit with you today.

Thanks for the support.

I've got this. I'm quitting for every reason there is, not just health. I never want to see my wife cry because she comes home to kiss me and I have a mouth full of spit.

I never want to snap at someone because I haven't had a dip in a few hours.

I never want to go to the gas station and have the clerk ask: "Two cans, or three?"

I never want to look at my bank account and see the same recurring debit.

I never want to open my door on a hot Texas day and have that smell of fermenting tobacco juice slap me in the face.

I never want to have my 3 year old nephew ask "did you just poop from your mouth?" when I spit a pouch out.

So many reasons to quit, and not a single good reason to continue.

This is really good stuff Spencer. Hold on to it tightly, this will get better.

[normjr88]

Thanks to KingNothing, AngryNickCage, Pab, and Fastball. I appreciate the support, and I will stick to it.

Luckily, I don't hang out with anyone who dips, so I won't have to give up my friends. Unfortunately, almost everyone smokes when we are drinking and out, so I need to watch that trigger.

Check these pictures out:

http://www.outdoortexan.com/mycancer.htm

Stare at those for a bit before you head out and you shouldn't have any problem fighting the craves. You might even imagine all those smokers with a feeding tube, no tongue, etc. Do that and I'm pretty sure you can win that battle.

Nobody except you can make the decision to cave, no matter what else is going on around you. Just don't put it in your mouth. Not easy, but very simple.

You've got this Spencer. Keep it up.

King

Great decision Spencer. You'll find we have people from all walks of life here including business owners, doctors, dentists, rocket scientist, you name it. (Dr. stober will correct me and tell me it's actually aerospace engineering). Nic treats everyone the same. It makes us all slaves. You've listed health concerns as a primary reason to quit, which is a very legit reason to quit, but I've found that gaining back my freedom, pride, and integrity have been the greatest benefits of quitting. It's a tough road, but you Texans are known for being tough sons of bitches so I'm sure you're up for the challenge. Post up every day and connect with some fellow quitters and you'll stand a good chance of beating this bitch. Proud to be quit with you today.

Thanks for the support.

I've got this. I'm quitting for every reason there is, not just health. I never want to see my wife cry because she comes home to kiss me and I have a mouth full of spit.

I never want to snap at someone because I haven't had a dip in a few hours.

I never want to go to the gas station and have the clerk ask: "Two cans, or three?"

I never want to look at my bank account and see the same recurring debit.

I never want to open my door on a hot Texas day and have that smell of fermenting tobacco juice slap me in the face.

I never want to have my 3 year old nephew ask "did you just poop from your mouth?" when I spit a pouch out.

So many reasons to quit, and not a single good reason to continue.

I thank you starting to get it. I quit with you today.

[spencerH]

Thanks to KingNothing, AngryNickCage, Pab, and Fastball. I appreciate the support, and I will stick to it.

Luckily, I don't hang out with anyone who dips, so I won't have to give up my friends. Unfortunately, almost everyone smokes when we are drinking and out, so I need to watch that trigger.

Check these pictures out:

http://www.outdoortexan.com/mycancer.htm

Stare at those for a bit before you head out and you shouldn't have any problem fighting the craves. You might even imagine all those smokers with a feeding tube, no tongue, etc. Do that and I'm pretty sure you can win that battle.

Nobody except you can make the decision to cave, no matter what else is going on around you. Just don't put it in your mouth. Not easy, but very simple.

You've got this Spencer. Keep it up.

King

Great decision Spencer. You'll find we have people from all walks of life here including business owners, doctors, dentists, rocket scientist, you name it. (Dr. stober will correct me and tell me it's actually aerospace engineering). Nic treats everyone the same. It makes us all slaves. You've listed health concerns as a primary reason to quit, which is a very legit reason to quit, but I've found that gaining back my freedom, pride, and integrity have been the greatest benefits of quitting. It's a tough road, but you Texans are known for being tough sons of bitches so I'm sure you're up for the challenge. Post up every day and connect with some fellow quitters and you'll stand a good chance of beating this bitch. Proud to be quit with you today.

Thanks for the support.

I've got this. I'm quitting for every reason there is, not just health. I never want to see my wife cry because she comes home to kiss me and I have a mouth full of spit.

I never want to snap at someone because I haven't had a dip in a few hours.

I never want to go to the gas station and have the clerk ask: "Two cans, or three?"

I never want to look at my bank account and see the same recurring debit.

I never want to open my door on a hot Texas day and have that smell of fermenting tobacco juice slap me in the face.

I never want to have my 3 year old nephew ask "did you just poop from your mouth?" when I spit a pouch out.

So many reasons to quit, and not a single good reason to continue.

[spencerH]

Thanks to KingNothing, AngryNickCage, Pab, and Fastball. I appreciate the support, and I will stick to it.

Luckily, I don't hang out with anyone who dips, so I won't have to give up my friends. Unfortunately, almost everyone smokes when we are drinking and out, so I need to watch that trigger.

Check these pictures out:

http://www.outdoortexan.com/mycancer.htm

Stare at those for a bit before you head out and you shouldn't have any problem fighting the craves. You might even imagine all those smokers with a feeding tube, no tongue, etc. Do that and I'm pretty sure you can win that battle.

Nobody except you can make the decision to cave, no matter what else is going on around you. Just don't put it in your mouth. Not easy, but very simple.

You've got this Spencer. Keep it up.

King

Wow.

Nobody ever wants to go through that, and it's really sad that we become so addicted to something that can rob us of our lives.

Thanks for sharing the sobering truth behind dipping...

[TLOC81]

Thanks to KingNothing, AngryNickCage, Pab, and Fastball. I appreciate the support, and I will stick to it.

Luckily, I don't hang out with anyone who dips, so I won't have to give up my friends. Unfortunately, almost everyone smokes when we are drinking and out, so I need to watch that trigger.

Check these pictures out:

http://www.outdoortexan.com/mycancer.htm

Stare at those for a bit before you head out and you shouldn't have any problem fighting the craves. You might even imagine all those smokers with a feeding tube, no tongue, etc. Do that and I'm pretty sure you can win that battle.

Nobody except you can make the decision to cave, no matter what else is going on around you. Just don't put it in your mouth. Not easy, but very simple.

You've got this Spencer. Keep it up.

King

Great decision Spencer. You'll find we have people from all walks of life here including business owners, doctors, dentists, rocket scientist, you name it. (Dr. stober will correct me and tell me it's actually aerospace engineering). Nic treats everyone the same. It makes us all slaves. You've listed health concerns as a primary reason to quit, which is a very legit reason to quit, but I've found that gaining back my freedom, pride, and integrity have been the greatest benefits of quitting. It's a tough road, but you Texans are known for being tough sons of bitches so I'm sure you're up for the challenge. Post up every day and connect with some fellow quitters and you'll stand a good chance of beating this bitch. Proud to be quit with you today.

[KingNothing]

Thanks to KingNothing, AngryNickCage, Pab, and Fastball. I appreciate the support, and I will stick to it.

Luckily, I don't hang out with anyone who dips, so I won't have to give up my friends. Unfortunately, almost everyone smokes when we are drinking and out, so I need to watch that trigger.

Check these pictures out:

http://www.outdoortexan.com/mycancer.htm

Stare at those for a bit before you head out and you shouldn't have any problem fighting the craves. You might even imagine all those smokers with a feeding tube, no tongue, etc. Do that and I'm pretty sure you can win that battle.

Nobody except you can make the decision to cave, no matter what else is going on around you. Just don't put it in your mouth. Not easy, but very simple.

You've got this Spencer. Keep it up.

King

[spencerH]

Thanks to KingNothing, AngryNickCage, Pab, and Fastball. I appreciate the support, and I will stick to it.

Luckily, I don't hang out with anyone who dips, so I won't have to give up my friends. Unfortunately, almost everyone smokes when we are drinking and out, so I need to watch that trigger.

[KingNothing]

Great intro spencer. Looks like you've come to the right place. First and foremost, you share the same story as many people on here so realize that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Never alone here. We have all been addicted to the ole dip. And this is where it ends. This is where you join everyone else who has the same exact goal and accomplish what you are aiming for. No matter how long you were addicted or how long you "quit" in the last like some. It will be difficult. And it's something you can never take lightly. Utilize this site. Read as much as you can. It helps in every aspect. Just learn that what you are going through is exactly what thousands of others have gone through and survived!!! It is possible!! As far as your phantom pains I don't think you could hit more spot on with what Im currently going through. Probably because I jam my fingers in my neck all day looking for something! Physical withdrawal will be taking place and it's different for everyone. I'm going to PM you top right of screen is inbox. Best decision of your life using this site my friend!!! Adios from a fellow Texan

x2 ^^^. Welcome Spencer and listen to Fastball. Read everything you possibly can, it will help you understand why the road ahead is difficult, yes, but more importantly is attainable. Nice job posting roll again this morning. The vets will say "drink the kool-aid" which means dive in, learn how things are done here, and execute, every day. It won't always be easy, but it will always be worth it.

Quit with you today.

King

[AngryNickCage]

I'm a professional redneck in Texas as well. Many of those excuses could have been my own. I quit with you today.