Congratulations on joining this forum……. . The majority of us are ex-smokers so we understand and have compassion for you.
All smoking cessation programs (gum, patch, pills) require you to quit cold turkey. vaping doesn't. I think that's why it has been so successful for so many. Some do quit cigs cold turkey the first time they vape. Others will do it gradually. The key is not to feel pressured to a set schedule or date. Let it happen organically.
It's cool to buy tobacco flavored vape juice. I did when I first started. It will help make vaping more like smoking so I understand.
The hardest part is figuring out what you need to be closest to cigs. Is it the flavor? Is it the burning sensation at the back of your throat? For me it was a warm exhale. I always exhaled through my nose (still do). So once I could set up my vape gear to give me an warm exhale, I knew that was it.
I would encourage you to visit a reputable vape shop to get a better feel for the equipment. Valentine technology has changed dramatically since those cheap vape pens that you spoke about. If you're apprehensive about the gear one store recommends, take pictures or make a note of it. Post the information here and we can advise you.
Congratulations on your desire to quit smoking. We'll support you however we can as we've all been there.
Sent from somewhere in Vietnam.
All smoking cessation programs (gum, patch, pills) require you to quit cold turkey. vaping doesn't. I think that's why it has been so successful for so many. Some do quit cigs cold turkey the first time they vape. Others will do it gradually. The key is not to feel pressured to a set schedule or date. Let it happen organically.
It's cool to buy tobacco flavored vape juice. I did when I first started. It will help make vaping more like smoking so I understand.
The hardest part is figuring out what you need to be closest to cigs. Is it the flavor? Is it the burning sensation at the back of your throat? For me it was a warm exhale. I always exhaled through my nose (still do). So once I could set up my vape gear to give me an warm exhale, I knew that was it.
I would encourage you to visit a reputable vape shop to get a better feel for the equipment. Valentine technology has changed dramatically since those cheap vape pens that you spoke about. If you're apprehensive about the gear one store recommends, take pictures or make a note of it. Post the information here and we can advise you.
Congratulations on your desire to quit smoking. We'll support you however we can as we've all been there.
Sent from somewhere in Vietnam.
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