I'm new to this site. I'm reading the topics and research, but to be honest, I think I'm scared to quit! My Dad just had his leg amputated last month due to loss of circulation from years of smoking. The doctors said this is hereditary and all I can think about is losing my leg each time I smoke. But for some reason, I still grab one every hour! I don't have anyone doing this with me. I'm the only smoker in the family. (Besides Mom and Dad of course) I'm scared of eventually losing a limb, or even my life, but I think the addiction is too strong for me. I don't even know where to start. I've never tried to quit. But I want to. What are some things that have helped you guys? I won't take the pills, and to be honest, I'm afraid of how the patches, gums, and lozenges work? Do they speed up your heart, make you nervous, etc? Any help anyone can give will be greatly appreciated. GREATLY! No official quit date yet, but I need to set one soon! I just feel kind of alone in this battle.