Did you stop smoking in 2009 ?

[ohioguy]

I know at least a couple people were trying to switch to e-cigs, and quit smoking as a new years resolution. If so, how is it going? The reason I ask is I am trying to do the same thing, I just started a little late (today). I would consider it a success if I can cut back to 5 or 10 analogs a day.

I can't wait to get one of the banners in my signature line that says "Smoke Free For XX days" Of course the hard part is getting there.

 

[typan]

I had my first ecig a few days before Xmas, and immediately cut down on my smoking. Xmas eve I had a couple while my batteries were charging, but since then I haven't needed one. After 35 years of smoking, the last 10 on unfiltered hand rolling tobacco, I've only ever gone for a day before without one, which made me feel like killing someone ! I now think I've got it cracked, and I really do not get that urge anymore. I really can't believe how quickly I have been able to do it, yes I do still need nicotine, so not completly cured just yet. ( Anyone want any rolling tobacco )

 

[Terre]

I did and now I am down to 3-4 analogs a day. I am waiting on some stronger nic juice.

 

[rustylug]

Good for you 2 so far.
I am the same. I have cut back from about 35 per day to about 12 per day .... But i didnt get into this to stop, so cutting back has came as a good surprise

 

[rustylug]

I did and now I am down to 3-4 analogs a day. I am waiting on some stronger nic juice.

Dont go for somthing to strong .... Real cigs dont have nic much higher than 22 - 24 mgs of nic so dont go to high

 

[SuperStack]

I quit analogs over a month ago and have zero cravings for 'em now. I simply finished up my opened pack and switched fully to the vapourizer - haven't looked back.

To be honest, I'm quite amazed that some users have such a difficult time letting analogs go and keep pining for 'em - guess everyone's different though. I've theorized that it's probably the result of addictive/enhancing additives used in some brands over others.

 

[rustylug]

I quit analogs over a month ago and have zero cravings for 'em now. I simply finished up my opened pack and switched fully to the vapourizer - haven't looked back.

To be honest, I'm quite amazed that some users have such a difficult time letting analogs go and keep pining for 'em - guess everyone's different though. I've theorized that it's probably the result of addictive/enhancing additives used in some brands over others.

I think the hard part for some people to let real cigs go is because "they cant let the feeling of feeling bad in the morning go" .... they have felt bad for the last 10 yrs or so etc etc so if they feel good in the morning then thats not normal ....... To feel good on a morning is a bit strange .... But thats what is normal lol.

 

[Ladycats]

I put down analogs Jan. 2 when my e- cig came in the mail .. haven't looked back at all ...

 

[Tex]

well I got my first kit today, and charging my batteries up getting ready to start

my kids are so excited that my husband and I are doing this, cause they hate smelling like smoke .. I'm excited cause of the health benefits and hopefully some money saved

 

[parapo]

i was a hard core smoker for 25 years...quitting was unthinkable...
the day i got my 901 i quit analogs without even trying too much.
i thought if i could do it everyone else can....but i still see people smoke a few while vaping.

 

[cucurucho]

I've had one analogue since the 1st. I don't think I'll bother resetting my counter.

 

[TheEmperorOfIceCream]

Did you stop smoking in 2009 ?

Nope - quit in the middle of 2008, without really trying. Gotta love this thang...

Emp

 

[jacknthemonkeys]

I've smoked for 13 years and have rolled my own for 10. I didn't start e-vaping to quit smoking, just cut down because i love rolling cigarettes. Oops, I haven't smoked or rolled a smoke in over a month.

 

[Charlie Cheese]

I though maybe I could cut out some cigarette's if I got a E-Cig. I have smoked for 40 years from 16 years old on and could not quit for long with anything I tried. With out any effort the first two weeks I went from 23 cigarettes a day to 3 a day. I Don't smoke now thank god.

 

[kdix]

My Dad and I quit together for the new year! He is a long time smoker- like 40+ years, and usually went through 1.5-2 packs a day. I've been smoking for about 8 years, maybe 4-7 cigarettes a day, and I was the first to backslide I've had 1 cigarette since the 1st, and I felt horrible afterwards- both physically and from all the guilt.

I saw some of the Scottish guy's Youtube videos (Rusty? Not sure what his username here is), and thought that e-cigs may be the perfect way to help us replace normal cigarettes (and potentially wean down to 0 nicotine). I placed an order for a starter kit very early this morning (after being up all night reading reviews and advice on the forum and trying to pick the "right" one) and am anticipating the package's arrival more than I'm wanting to drive up to the store and buy a pack of smokes!

 

[Hatsepsut]

I was planning to but didn't...the damn inhaler I bought was not enough to match my determination, and tastes like crap But I am down to about 2-3 cigarettes a day which is a huge improvement and I plan to go to 0 next week.

 

[spyderuk]

Got my 1st 2 "Personal Vaporizers" a few days before Xmas. I had 5 analogs I left in the car. They went between xmas and new year when I stressed out with technical vaporizer issues. Maybe I should reset my ticker lol.

I don't really think about cigs at all now I just grab my screwdriver. As I used to roll my own this vaping is costing me more than smoking used to but I find vaping more enjoyable and more acceptable around other people.

 

[camoruin]

I got my liquid and started dripping method on December 24th. Haven't had an analog since. So, smoke free in 2009 so far!

Smoked regulars from 94-2008, so 14 years. Was at about 2 packs before starting this. Ive tried stopping cigs about 6 times. At one point, used TWO patches (large and medium strength) at a time, plus the losenges. All at once. Couldn't get over the hump even with all that.

I didn't expect or intend to quit with these, was hoping to just cut down, and have something to use indoors. But now, I don't have any desire to go back, just want to vape all day

 

[riddle80]

I've had 3 cigs since Christmas and haven't had any in 9 days. I don't really miss them. I'm pretty much constantly vaping though. Gotta love it

 

[nitewriter]

After smoking 2.5 packs a day for close to 28 years, I've tried many times to quit. I received my kit the 2nd week of Dec and tapered down to a few cigs a day by New Years Eve. I haven't had one this year!!! (Yay)

Riddle80 is my Daughter, and Dukeboy is my future son-in-law. We're a "vaping household" now thanks to e-cigs. (BIG YAY!!!)