Here we go again

[brettlees]

I'll start by saying...Day 97!

This post isn't about nic. I didn't know where else to put this so I thought my introduction would be the most fitting.

About 2 years ago, I made a promise to myself to get healthy. Getting healthy meant, losing weight and eating healthier. When I started my workout regime I tipped the scales at 235lbs, I stand 5'9". I was obese. After hard work, healthy eating, and cutting out all junk food, I stand before you 2 years later, weighing in at 150lbs. I'm happy with where I am at. I've been slacking on my work outs as of late though. Work has got me pinned down and I just don't have the motivation for it. I'm going to northern Wisconsin over the 4th of July with a group of my friends who I only see 2 or 3 times a year. Not that I'm out of shape, but I want to truly tone up, and get fitter before out trip. I want to be in the best shape I can be, with the time allowed. I've set a date of June 1st to re pick up my workout routine. I'm wondering if there is a group on this site where I can post daily to promise to eat healthy, and exercise? I just need that extra boost of accountability, to make me value the importance of getting in my workout, even on a tired, stressful day. Any group or member names that could help me out would be greatly appreciated. Help out a fellow quitter, who's got a cabin, and a pontoon reserved for 4 days over the 4th of July weekend....24 yrs old, single and ready to mingle ;).

Hey T hit killthecan online community - upper left above. Then scroll down to find "getting my act together". Click on that. Then see if one of the threads there works for you. Quit on!

[dandago]

Welcome to the forum.. You got this brother, stay strong..

[THansen2413]

I'll start by saying...Day 97!

This post isn't about nic. I didn't know where else to put this so I thought my introduction would be the most fitting.

About 2 years ago, I made a promise to myself to get healthy. Getting healthy meant, losing weight and eating healthier. When I started my workout regime I tipped the scales at 235lbs, I stand 5'9". I was obese. After hard work, healthy eating, and cutting out all junk food, I stand before you 2 years later, weighing in at 150lbs. I'm happy with where I am at. I've been slacking on my work outs as of late though. Work has got me pinned down and I just don't have the motivation for it. I'm going to northern Wisconsin over the 4th of July with a group of my friends who I only see 2 or 3 times a year. Not that I'm out of shape, but I want to truly tone up, and get fitter before out trip. I want to be in the best shape I can be, with the time allowed. I've set a date of June 1st to re pick up my workout routine. I'm wondering if there is a group on this site where I can post daily to promise to eat healthy, and exercise? I just need that extra boost of accountability, to make me value the importance of getting in my workout, even on a tired, stressful day. Any group or member names that could help me out would be greatly appreciated. Help out a fellow quitter, who's got a cabin, and a pontoon reserved for 4 days over the 4th of July weekend....24 yrs old, single and ready to mingle ;).

[brettlees]

Keep posting up these victories. Life does deal us a lot of crap to deal with. And there are temtations, that little voice. What's different now is that you have knowledge of what addiciton is all about, you have tools to use, and you have a network of support and accountability. Life still throws curves sometimes though. You're learning how to deal with it without doping your brain, and you've done a heck of a job so far!

[THansen2413]

Day 94 update.

Mixed emotions going on with me during a time where I should be happy and celebrating my near HOF status. Day 1-85 was a cake walk compared to what days 86-94 have been.

I lost a good quit buddy of mine to the bitch, he was on day 87. For those following, you know I recently got a job promotion that most 24 yr olds would kill to get, I am thankful but, I've worked 30 hrs in the last three days, missing all of Memorial Day Weekend while my friends were having fun. I've been tested so many times this past week. I've had more thoughts of buying a tin this past week than I have probably all of my previous days quit, not stopped, but quit because that's what I am. As much of a mind game as it is I still have clear enough thinking to realize buying a tin will just create a brand new problem.

Tyler these are reasons you quit.

Money
Health
Embarrassment
Dirty/Nasty
Mom has cancer and I disrespect her by using a cancer causing product
Funny looks from friends


This wasn't meant to be a long, profound post. Rather an honest update, short and to the point, of where I am today at Day 94. I've used my introduction as a journal, sometimes looking for feedback or congratulations from fellow quitters. This was merely an update to myself, to look back on when things get really hard. NAFAR, Tyler, never again.

the late push to 100 usually catches everyone in a tough time. Well done pushing though it.

And the honesty with yourself is always the best. One of my favorites: To Thine own self be true.

Keep remember that list you have there, and remember to put that plan in place (even now) to ensure that stays fresh in your mind and that you never return to day 1.

You got this, keep it going +1 every day

I sincerely appreciate that. It's really tested me, which is good, but I've got the power/accountability/friends now that even on my worst day of life, nic isn't an option. It only adds another dimension of problems to my life.

[SirDerek]

Day 94 update.

Mixed emotions going on with me during a time where I should be happy and celebrating my near HOF status. Day 1-85 was a cake walk compared to what days 86-94 have been.

I lost a good quit buddy of mine to the bitch, he was on day 87. For those following, you know I recently got a job promotion that most 24 yr olds would kill to get, I am thankful but, I've worked 30 hrs in the last three days, missing all of Memorial Day Weekend while my friends were having fun. I've been tested so many times this past week. I've had more thoughts of buying a tin this past week than I have probably all of my previous days quit, not stopped, but quit because that's what I am. As much of a mind game as it is I still have clear enough thinking to realize buying a tin will just create a brand new problem.

Tyler these are reasons you quit.

Money
Health
Embarrassment
Dirty/Nasty
Mom has cancer and I disrespect her by using a cancer causing product
Funny looks from friends


This wasn't meant to be a long, profound post. Rather an honest update, short and to the point, of where I am today at Day 94. I've used my introduction as a journal, sometimes looking for feedback or congratulations from fellow quitters. This was merely an update to myself, to look back on when things get really hard. NAFAR, Tyler, never again.

the late push to 100 usually catches everyone in a tough time. Well done pushing though it.

And the honesty with yourself is always the best. One of my favorites: To Thine own self be true.

Keep remember that list you have there, and remember to put that plan in place (even now) to ensure that stays fresh in your mind and that you never return to day 1.

You got this, keep it going +1 every day

[THansen2413]

Day 94 update.

Mixed emotions going on with me during a time where I should be happy and celebrating my near HOF status. Day 1-85 was a cake walk compared to what days 86-94 have been.

I lost a good quit buddy of mine to the bitch, he was on day 87. For those following, you know I recently got a job promotion that most 24 yr olds would kill to get, I am thankful but, I've worked 30 hrs in the last three days, missing all of Memorial Day Weekend while my friends were having fun. I've been tested so many times this past week. I've had more thoughts of buying a tin this past week than I have probably all of my previous days quit, not stopped, but quit because that's what I am. As much of a mind game as it is I still have clear enough thinking to realize buying a tin will just create a brand new problem.

Tyler these are reasons you quit.

Money
Health
Embarrassment
Dirty/Nasty
Mom has cancer and I disrespect her by using a cancer causing product
Funny looks from friends


This wasn't meant to be a long, profound post. Rather an honest update, short and to the point, of where I am today at Day 94. I've used my introduction as a journal, sometimes looking for feedback or congratulations from fellow quitters. This was merely an update to myself, to look back on when things get really hard. NAFAR, Tyler, never again.

[Grizzlyhasclaws]

Great reflections. Stay wary- complacency is the real enemy over time. I started feeling the pull towards overconfidence at about the same time you are at now. Great job this far and rhanks for the great updates I always like them!

I appreciate that insight, coming from a badass quitter like you makes it sink in that much more. Complacency is what did me in, in the past. I thought I could have a tin for old times sakes, or a cigar with the fellas. I know now that to be successful from here on out I need to...

1.Post Roll EDD
2.Hold my other quit buddies accountable, as I expect them to hold me accountable
3.If I want to buy a tin, I have to ask permission from all of my quit buddies...numbers,emails, etc
4. Keep approaching this battle ODAAT

87 days quit and I'm just as vulnerable as day 1. Only difference is I have the tools, the friends, and the resources to stay quit this time.

I was thinking today about cavers who are close to their 100 day mark or just past it and I came up with a little theory. I think maybe they think that since that first 100 days was so rough, and such a battle, and took such a toll on their strength, that the rest of their days will be like that. I'm only just past 200 days and I can say with great confidence, and hopefully great assurance, that the 2nd 100 days was a lot easier. I can only assume the next 100 will be even easier. But as the wise vets say complacency will become the enemy. Sorry to look to far ahead into the future as I know the ODAAT philosophy is key. But I think it's worth considering. I know those first 100 days were tough and I'm not saying the 2nd 100 were easy. But they were definitely not as tough.

Anyway, good quitting thansen. Keep it up.

[THansen2413]

Great reflections. Stay wary- complacency is the real enemy over time. I started feeling the pull towards overconfidence at about the same time you are at now. Great job this far and rhanks for the great updates I always like them!

I appreciate that insight, coming from a badass quitter like you makes it sink in that much more. Complacency is what did me in, in the past. I thought I could have a tin for old times sakes, or a cigar with the fellas. I know now that to be successful from here on out I need to...

1.Post Roll EDD
2.Hold my other quit buddies accountable, as I expect them to hold me accountable
3.If I want to buy a tin, I have to ask permission from all of my quit buddies...numbers,emails, etc
4. Keep approaching this battle ODAAT

87 days quit and I'm just as vulnerable as day 1. Only difference is I have the tools, the friends, and the resources to stay quit this time.

[brettlees]

Great reflections. Stay wary- complacency is the real enemy over time. I started feeling the pull towards overconfidence at about the same time you are at now. Great job this far and rhanks for the great updates I always like them!

[THansen2413]

I'm proud of my Meat Department and I want it to succeed.

LMAO! 'roflmao'
That right there was funny.

Being serious, it sounds like you have a strong quit going. Quit on!

Lol...You sly fox!

[Etxaggie]

I'm proud of my Meat Department and I want it to succeed.

LMAO! 'roflmao'
That right there was funny.

Being serious, it sounds like you have a strong quit going. Quit on!

[THansen2413]

Day 86 quit. 2 weeks away from the HOF. Still approaching this ODAAT because, even at 86 days quit I'm still vulnerable. I've been reflecting a lot this past week on my previous "quits" from dipping, or what I thought was my quit. I've made it to 100 days before, hell I've even made it to 200 days before, give or take a few days, but never before with the help of KTC and all you badasses! I thought I could have one dip in previous quits, just for old times sake. Maybe even one can, just for the hell of it. Well as we all know, one can turns into 1 yr and thousands of dollars wasted. I'm dedicated to keeping this quit ALIVE! I want to stay ALIVE as long as I possibly can. I've made such strides these past 3 years in my life. I've lost 85 lbs and maintained a healthy weight for over a year now. I've been promoted within my job to a manager position. I have a new car. I have money in my checking and savings account. I have a lot going for me right now, and I'm only 24 yrs old. I know all this success can be taken away or put on the back burner with one simple purchase of a plastic tin that holds poison. Never again will I buy that shit. I don't work 12 hr days to poison myself. I work 12 hr days because I'm proud of my Meat Department and I want it to succeed. I work because I want to gain more independence than I currently have. I work because I like earning money and spending it on worthwhile investments. How can I throw 86 days of being nic free when I have brothers/sisters who are standing with me? If I was alone, I would have dipped many days ago, because I thought I needed it. Truth is, I don't and I never did need it. Fuck you Nic, you're a piece of shit. ODAAT folks, I'll see you at the gates of the HOF.

[bronc]

Congrats my quit brother! You are bad ass and you got this. That network of quit is a powerful force..really the only thing I know to counter the evil powers of the nic bitch.

[slinger]

Well I'm sitting here watching the NBA playoffs, nic free. I'm enjoying a few drinks tonight in the privacy of my house for a few reasons. I've got the day off tomorrow for starters, first in 10 days. Secondly, I just learned today that starting next week I'll be co-manager of a Meat Dept, as well as head manager of a Meat Dept at our sister store. In 55 min I will have reached Day 75 of being quit. What a journey it's been so far! My only regret of my quit is this, I wish I would have joined sooner than I did. I would have saved thousands of dollars. I would have gained hours of freedom back. I would have saved myself dozens of white lies about my dipping. But, I can't look back on the past now. I can't look in the future now. I'm only looking at the present....and in the present, I'm quit as fuck!

It's funny that I thought the more days I racked up the less I would need this place. It's quite the opposite! The more days I rack up, the more I need this place. I've exchanged more numbers in the past week than I had the entire time of being quit. I'm meeting good people on here, who share a common goal. I'm getting satisfaction helping "newbs" or encouraging them in their quits.

I know talk is cheap but, I honestly envision myself going 100% on my first 100 days, and even beyond. How can my name not be on roll? I have access to a computer. If I don't access to a computer, I have email addresses. If I can't get on email, I have multiple numbers to text or call. If I can't do that, check the obituaries in SE MN. Joking aside, I've created a network that makes it impossible for me to fail if I'm a man of his word! I'm feeling stronger than ever, I've posted all this week in July an August group. I'm ready to keep fucking that nic bitch up!

Congratulations on the promotion. Goes to show that you don't need nicotine to succeed.

After reading that, makes me think of coining a new phrase. That there was a quit burp. The long belch of KTC quit knowledge you just spewed was a direct result of the KTC kool-aid you've been drinking.

Congratulations on your success at work, and your 75 days quit. Quitting with you today.