ramblings of a nicotine addict

[Kasanova]

Bravo for this post, I read every single word. Loved it!!!! E-Cigs saved me. I can now play with my 2yr old son and not pass out because I'm so oxygen restricted. I match every step he takes, which I have could never do that since he started walking. When I was killing my self with analogs, I would play with him for about 10-15 minutes and get tired, now I can go all day and not feel restricted at all. Shoot, sometimes I out pace him lol...

 

[Viola]

Welcome and congratulations! Your story is an inspiration. Thanks!

 

[jjk1]

Great post – Congratulations
Just remember that you can vape all you need to. Remember that nicotine doesn’t kill people. Nicotine delivered alongside carbon monoxide kills people. I took me 100 quits to get to a delivery method that was as good as the real thing. If I can find it anyone can. –
Chain vape if you have to (or want to) and make sure you have backup gear. – If you get frustrated with your gear (and you will) – try other gear. Once you find that vaping will deliver your drug of choice in the quantity and quality that you need there really is no excuse to smoke.
Good luck man!
JJK

 

[JoeJL]

I was the same way, I was what you would call a closet smoker never in public and smoked like a chimney when I got home from work. The only way I was able to stay off of cigarette's and tobacco products for good was something that I could make a hobby. After several attempts with cheap gas station disposable's and ego kits. I eventually moved up to a cheap Igo RDA which was what I thought was the best thing ever. As you know dripping and driving is not a good idea. Currently I have been using the Kraken Genesis style atomizer which has been keeping from going back to analogs. Plus I find building the coils a relaxing hobby.

But enough about my own rant congrats on finally quitting.

 

[eyerhere]

wowee, not sure I know that much about myself. Adn their wernt no spellin mistakes or bad grammerfication.
WELCOME

 

[LondonGirl]

Congratulations on quitting smoking! I loved your post, a fantastic story, and well-told, you have a great writing style.

There are a lot more addictive substances in cigarettes besides nicotine. Switching to e-cigs is not easy, but it is easier than going cold turkey. You can consider reducing the nicotine later - if you want to.

 

[CreepyLady]

Fabulous read! Welcome and big congrats on quitting!!

 

[Spazmelda]

This post gave me chills, for real. I loved the honesty and perceptiveness of your post. Congrats on your success.

With regards to your day 3... This is not surprising or unusual. With the ecig the delivery of nicotine is slower. Much much slower. I went through a blue period of about a month after I switched. I didn't really notice it much, but my husband commented a few times that maybe I should just have a cigarette. Luckily I had no desire to have one, so I just muddled through the blahs and eventually they passed.

Keep at it, and if you happen to have a cigarette, forgive yourself and move on. It's not the end of the world or the end of your switch.

ETA: I agree with jjk1, don't worry about the nicotine. Don't press yourself to reduce too quickly. Let it happen. As stated, it's not the nicotine that's so harmful. It's not great for you sure, but only a drop in the bucket compared to all the other harms in cigarette smoke.

 

[JMM57]

Fantastic read. Thank you for sharing.

No doubt many of us can relate. My love/hate relationship with cigarettes has lasted 45 yrs (a powerful addiction indeed). Vaping exclusively for 3 weeks now and couldn't care less if I ever give up nicotine. Vape on!

Congrats and best of luck.

 

[Lurch]

Welcome! And congratulations on making the switch!!!

 

[Ramaview]

Great post jambi. As a 40 year smoker I agree with Twain (to paraphrase) " Quitting smoking is easy. I've done it a thousand times!". A smokeless tomorrow is what we all want. Vaping has assured me me that it will happen. Vape on!

 

[jaxgator]

Wow! I loved your story. Thanks for sharing.

I wish that this story would be read by those currently in the decision making process concerning e-cigs. A factual real-life story about the benefits of having this alternative method as a smoking cessation tool.

Congrats and welcome to the club my friend.

 

[Jaska]

This made me smile. Very good story and also really well-written. But hey, the way I like to look at it is "if you can kick a nicotine addiction, you can do anything!" Now, whether that philosophy actually holds true in the real world has yet to be determined, but things like climbing mountains (for instance) sure are a lot easier without stopping for breath every 10 metres.

The smell is what did me in. My parents pointed it out. One's a doctor, the other a pharmacologist, both lifetime non-smokers. The "end" came pretty much instantly.

 

[daleron]

I read your entire post, welcome to ECF & vaping!!

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[Bernard Marx]

You've summed up many of our experiences very nicely. Please contribute regularly to let us know how it is all progressing.

 

[TheDigital99]

Awesome post....Awesome Story


--Live Free and Vape On

 

[Just Me]

I wish that this story would be read by those currently in the decision making process concerning e-cigs.

Until I got almost to the end, I had the impression this story was written for exactly that purpose. Apparently not expressly written as a politically-directed testimonial, but maybe the FDA and our representatives should read more letters like this.

jambi, congratulations! Much success to you, and welcome to the forum.

 

[Margie123]

Congratulations. I really enjoyed your story. It's an inspiration to us all.

 

[KDCart]

This is a great story, and I understand the experience with the backpack. I have been smoke-free now for a couple of months. My wife and I just went on vacation to visit friends in another state. When we got there and unpacked, we were like "what's that smell?" It was our suitcases!!! Too many smoke-filled trips and too many smoky clothes packed away. We are gonna de-oderize them somehow, or just get new ones eventually. Congratulations!

 

[jambi]

You know, all the positive reactions from you folds only make this easier. Thank you for taking the time to encourage me!

jambi