Body dysmorphia after quitting

[ncooper]

Shortly after I stopped being involved with this community I began to vape again. When I vape I lose a lot of weight and I know it is unhealthy. Now, after a year, I quit vaping again. It’s been 5 days since I quit and I know I am past the worst of physical withdrawal but I feel mentally stuck. I am struggling with my self confidence, body dysmorphia, and depression. I feel so fat since I quit, I loved my weight before and I felt confident at my prior weight. I’m getting dangerous close to buying a vape.

[RikkiJean]

Good job making it five days!  Your body is revolting right now, and your depression is totally a function of your lack of nicotine.  Be patient.  This is just a phase.  It's going to be a long phase, but it is a phase. I promise. 

Your brain is lying to you.  Don't listen to it.  Find something to distract yourself.  

I will be right there with you in a week and a half.  I quit on the 30th.  I am totally getting ready to feel like complete crap.  And I am going to wade through the crap because I know it's better on the other side.  You can wade through the crap, too.  I believe in you. 

[MsCloud]

Remember that no matter what you are an amazing person. Just look at yourself, you have already made it this far, why not see if you can go just a little farther? I guarantee you will be surprised at just how strong you truly are. You just need some reminding!

[Barbscloud]

@ncooper Congrats on your success.  How are you doing?

Barb