Dipped Out

[tljent79]

Day 10 and fully expecting the fog to creep back in. Have a good network in place for the weekend (thanks Feb Quit Group!) and ready to tackle whatever comes my way. The headaches seem to have subsided and that's a great thing. The leather lip is pretty much gone, another plus. Best news of the day, I was able to brush without any gum pain in the area where the lip turds resided for so many years.

It really feels like our quit group is coming together, that brotherhood/sisterhood piece is real. It's encouraging and awesome to see it taking shape. Thanks to everyone for the encouragement. For those of you that are new, feel free to PM for digits...it's been a huge help in the quit and I project it to continue to be such.

Special thanks to all the veterans. You have earned this day and so much more.

[tljent79]

Day 9 and it's getting cold in Indiana folks! Sporting a nice headache today and a bit of a sore throat. Have a sick little one though so that could be the culprit as well. Thanks to the group and vets for the support. Going to be another nicotine free day on the books here.

[tljent79]

Day 8 and still feels like the fog is lifting. The headaches aren't as bad in the morning as they were the first few days. That's a great feeling. Finally feeling like I have the energy to get back into the gym, which is a plus because I've been eating everything in sight. Figured it was the lesser of two evils when compared to caving for a dip. I did manage to stock up on some healthy food...I think I've ate every piece of junk food in my house finally. Still using the fake dip but not as much frequency. I've tried all 4 flavors of the TeaZa and I have to say it's fantastic! The flavor lasts for what seems like hours.

What to say thanks again to Viking, Maverick, Cope, and all the other quitters on here. It's made the journey much more tolerable having such a great support network. For all others in the quit group, feel free to PM for digits. The weekend will be here before we know it and I found the weekend much more challenging than the daily grind Monday through Friday. Stay strong and stay quit!

[ChickDip]

Day 7 and feel like the fog may be lifting a bit. Actually feel a lot better than I have the past couple days. Found a fake that really helps. It's called TeaZa. The flavors are outstanding and it just works for me. Hopefully it'll help to keep me from eating everything in sight! Thanks again to the February group...we seem to be building strong group of quitters and I hope I get to know you all. Hope everyone is able to get out and conduct their civic duty today as well.

that is soooo great tljent!
I have heard TeaZa is good. Do whatever you have to to stay quit.
I remember my day 7 was theeee day I said to myself. I can really do it this time.
I know that only with my promise daily, that I will not waiver. I'm at 590 daily roll posts today,
don't plan on doing anything different tomorrow.
Stay strong, stay the course, stay connected and quit hard!

[tljent79]

Day 7 and feel like the fog may be lifting a bit. Actually feel a lot better than I have the past couple days. Found a fake that really helps. It's called TeaZa. The flavors are outstanding and it just works for me. Hopefully it'll help to keep me from eating everything in sight! Thanks again to the February group...we seem to be building strong group of quitters and I hope I get to know you all. Hope everyone is able to get out and conduct their civic duty today as well.

[pab1964]

The old store. Where you would purchase the evil weed. Mine was within walking distance from where I worked. They also accepted those evil coupons. I couldn't avoid the store as far as having to drive past it but, I didn't go in there for a couple months after the quit. I'm proud to see how strong you were to not stop. Have you been drinking a lot of water?

I am making a concerted effort to drink more water. The headaches seem to go away mid-morning. On day 6 and spoke a little too soon yesterday when I mentioned I hadn't had any issues sleeping. Last night was a mess. My daughter got up a few times and I could not go to sleep for the life of me. I don't usually have a problem falling back asleep. Hopefully tonight is better. Thanks again to everyone here for the support. For the first time in a long time I'm confident in my ability to tackle this beast one day at a time.

What is the saying, confidence is key? Well, you have taken a big step to prove that you want and need this and are proving it nice job and keep it up. Eyehatecope

It sucks until it doesn't. Keep pushing through one day at a time, it'll get better, I can promise you that. The freedom is worth every headache, bad night of sleep, etc. Just keep pushing.

Every second you're not dipping, you are winning! ODAAT is the only way. Post roll early and keep your word. May be rough for you

[KingNothing]

The old store. Where you would purchase the evil weed. Mine was within walking distance from where I worked. They also accepted those evil coupons. I couldn't avoid the store as far as having to drive past it but, I didn't go in there for a couple months after the quit. I'm proud to see how strong you were to not stop. Have you been drinking a lot of water?

I am making a concerted effort to drink more water. The headaches seem to go away mid-morning. On day 6 and spoke a little too soon yesterday when I mentioned I hadn't had any issues sleeping. Last night was a mess. My daughter got up a few times and I could not go to sleep for the life of me. I don't usually have a problem falling back asleep. Hopefully tonight is better. Thanks again to everyone here for the support. For the first time in a long time I'm confident in my ability to tackle this beast one day at a time.

What is the saying, confidence is key? Well, you have taken a big step to prove that you want and need this and are proving it nice job and keep it up. Eyehatecope

It sucks until it doesn't. Keep pushing through one day at a time, it'll get better, I can promise you that. The freedom is worth every headache, bad night of sleep, etc. Just keep pushing.

[eyehatecope]

The old store. Where you would purchase the evil weed. Mine was within walking distance from where I worked. They also accepted those evil coupons. I couldn't avoid the store as far as having to drive past it but, I didn't go in there for a couple months after the quit. I'm proud to see how strong you were to not stop. Have you been drinking a lot of water?

I am making a concerted effort to drink more water. The headaches seem to go away mid-morning. On day 6 and spoke a little too soon yesterday when I mentioned I hadn't had any issues sleeping. Last night was a mess. My daughter got up a few times and I could not go to sleep for the life of me. I don't usually have a problem falling back asleep. Hopefully tonight is better. Thanks again to everyone here for the support. For the first time in a long time I'm confident in my ability to tackle this beast one day at a time.

What is the saying, confidence is key? Well, you have taken a big step to prove that you want and need this and are proving it nice job and keep it up. Eyehatecope

[tljent79]

The old store. Where you would purchase the evil weed. Mine was within walking distance from where I worked. They also accepted those evil coupons. I couldn't avoid the store as far as having to drive past it but, I didn't go in there for a couple months after the quit. I'm proud to see how strong you were to not stop. Have you been drinking a lot of water?

I am making a concerted effort to drink more water. The headaches seem to go away mid-morning. On day 6 and spoke a little too soon yesterday when I mentioned I hadn't had any issues sleeping. Last night was a mess. My daughter got up a few times and I could not go to sleep for the life of me. I don't usually have a problem falling back asleep. Hopefully tonight is better. Thanks again to everyone here for the support. For the first time in a long time I'm confident in my ability to tackle this beast one day at a time.

[ChickDip]

Tljent. Way to keep up the fight, post roll daily and stay connected.
Proud to quit with you!!

[Backwoods901]

The old store. Where you would purchase the evil weed. Mine was within walking distance from where I worked. They also accepted those evil coupons. I couldn't avoid the store as far as having to drive past it but, I didn't go in there for a couple months after the quit. I'm proud to see how strong you were to not stop. Have you been drinking a lot of water?

like he said, I avoided the gas station i stopped at for 3 years straight every morning for a cup of coffee and a can, break this addiction also comes with breaking the habits that we did along with them

[eyehatecope]

The old store. Where you would purchase the evil weed. Mine was within walking distance from where I worked. They also accepted those evil coupons. I couldn't avoid the store as far as having to drive past it but, I didn't go in there for a couple months after the quit. I'm proud to see how strong you were to not stop. Have you been drinking a lot of water?

[tljent79]

Thanks Viking you're the man and I appreciate the support!! We are halfway through the weekend and winning! This is day 5 and I've not experienced the insomnia yet. I've actually slept better the last couple days than I have in quite some time. I feel great when I get up but the last three days the headache has crept up about this time. I can live with that though. Best news of the day...it feels like my leather lip is getting better. It's noticeably better! I've had one little sore pop up and I think it's improving as well.

The support I've received on here has helped me make this my longest quit. I'm done for good!

[Viking]

Day 4 still sporting a headache but I don't feel as foggy as day 2 or 3. Had the strongest craving thus far this morning while driving. I passed a few of my old c-stores and definitely felt the urge to stop. I had a dum dum sucker in the truck that did the trick. Had a fake dip when I got home just to take the edge off. Who'd have thought seeing a gas station would be so traumatic! If anyone is having similar issues feel free to pm and I'm happy to lend an ear. Hope everyone has a nic free Saturday!

Glad to hear you resisted the urge! That ever happens and you get too close, call right away. I'll do the same.

[tljent79]

Day 4 still sporting a headache but I don't feel as foggy as day 2 or 3. Had the strongest craving thus far this morning while driving. I passed a few of my old c-stores and definitely felt the urge to stop. I had a dum dum sucker in the truck that did the trick. Had a fake dip when I got home just to take the edge off. Who'd have thought seeing a gas station would be so traumatic! If anyone is having similar issues feel free to pm and I'm happy to lend an ear. Hope everyone has a nic free Saturday!