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  1. Gingerzeronic

    Don't be scared!

    Since I got my ecig, I've switched and dropped down to 6 mg/ml from 18 mg/ml. At each point, I thought the world would end but......nothing bad happened! Worrying about each change was WAY worse than doing the change. I vape a lot less than I smoked and it's.......fine! Have some...
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    OCD/GAD Folks?

    I have OCD and kind of by default, GAD. I use cognitive behavioral therapy for both and it's WAY better than the drugs or acting out. I'm fairly sure that nicotine masks some of my symptoms so I'm concerned about going zero nic. On the other hand, I'm using L-theanine and I think if I bump it...
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    Book Thread??

    I can't be the only reader here but I searched and didn't see a book thread. So, watcha readin'? I was amazed to find that I liked "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins. I normally don't read young adult fiction (never read the Potter books, Twilight, etc.). People I trusted recommended this...
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    Did anyone get better skin after switching?

    I know that switching can sometimes cause breakouts but did anyone ever see their skin clear up? I'm asking about any skin conditions: acne, eczema, whatever.
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    Let's wake the forum up! What have you tried that helped?

    I used a self-hypnosis guided imagery cd some years ago that really did help. My problem was that I wasn't motivated to really quit at that time. Weirdly, after listening to it, I would actually have no urge to light up for 6 or 8 hours. I quit listening to it, naturally. I have friend who...
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    Anyone used hypnosis to smooth switching?

    I know many people here convert instantly to vaping but has anyone used a hypnosis cd or download to prepare for switching? I'm still waiting for my order but I'm thinking of using a cd I have to prepare. Since the hypnosis script is all about analogs - not the vaping experience - I'm thinking...
  7. Gingerzeronic

    Deciding between Riva and Echo starter kits.

    I don't smoke all day long although I get through a pack a day. Basically, what would be best for me to take to work without dragging a box of supplies along with me? I'm aiming to get off nicotine eventually. The Riva seems to have a lot of potential options but the Echo seems simpler to use...
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    Tailoring the set-up to the smoker

    I'm taking KeysBum's advice and hoping this is the right forum. I have not yet ordered anything. My ultimate goal is to transition from analogs to vaping and from nic to zero nic. I have a lot of insight and support into the habit aspects of the habit. I currently smoke Marlboro Golds at a...
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    Surgery and Nic

    I've read here that many docs are happy to have had patients get off analogs and I think that's great. What about those of you who have had elective surgery? My problem is just a bunion op but I know my HMO will want complete nic abstinence before scheduling an elective surgery. They actually...
  10. Gingerzeronic

    Thanks ECF!

    I've spent a lot of time doing research here before I registered and even more afterwards and I think I have a lot more clarity about e cigs now thanks to the members here. I don't know if I'm ready to really formulate coherent questions about the vaping set-up that will be best for me as a...