I quit 7 years ago and was doing well. I was about 6 weeks in with no slip ups using patches. Then our world was rocked losing a friend at sea and then our daughter being diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic melanoma. The stress mounted and I gave in to it. I quit cigarettes 4 years ago and switched to Juul. With some new health concerns and because I want to be around for my kids I’m starting the journey to quit again
@FootballFan5953 Welcome to the Ex. Sorry to hear about such terrible tragedies in your life. Coping with such stressors and quitting can be difficult. Even though temporarily we think vaping/smoking is the answer to making us feel better, we soon realize that vaping/smoking had nothing to do with the emotions left behind. If you still choose to use an aid there are many aids and medications available. You still have to do the work, but they can greatly reduce the withdrawal symptoms.
I have numerous attempts at quitting and it finally took me 50 years to get it right. What was different this time? I had a quit date, an aid, a class and cut down for a week. Sounds like a road to success. I was fortunate to find the Ex a week prior to my quit. I learned about nicotine addiction and that I needed a plan that would prepare for what I was going to encounter on my journey. And for the first time, I had the support of fellow quitters.
Take the time to learn how to do this. Part of it is mindset and part of it is hands on work identifying triggers, what tools you'll use, what associations you'll create instead of smoking, etc. Spend time on the site, getting a well as giving support. The early days take commitment so why not have other quitters to help you deal with the up and downs of this journey.
This link is a great place to start
https://www.becomeanex.org/guides/?cid=footer_community_linktobex
We're here for you so reach out anytime we can help. Going for walk if your able, is a great way to refocus your thinking and get an added boost of dopamine. Spend time on the site when you need it the most
Look forward to celebrating with you on the 18th. Begin your day by taking the Daily Pledge. It's a great way to stay on track one day at a time.
Stay busy and stay close.
Barb
