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Anxiety and emotions

Question asked by kuz123 on Apr 27, 2020
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I recently quit 13 days ago but relapsed 5 days ago. I took 3 hits out of my vape. After that I threw it away. Over the last 5 days I have been feeling crazy anxiety throughout the whole day. I am also feeling very emotional and find myself crying for no reason. I just want to ask is this a normal part of withdrawal? It is weird because I do not feel a craving just the anxiety. I want to note that I have not had anxiety before. I just want to know is this the new normal? am I going to feel normal again?

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Cousin-Itt Apr 27, 2020 4:13 PM
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Totally normal When you get a second search "withdrawal symptoms from nicotine" this will help you
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marciem Apr 27, 2020 4:33 PM
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Welcome kuz123 !! Excellent choice to quit vaping!!

as to your question (s) ... yes, anxiety, emotional rollercoaster, rage, crying jags ... all are a normal reaction to nicotine withdrawal.

Question 2... is this your "new normal"? Will you feel this way from now on? Absolutely not!! Once you are through the first part of quitting, the nicotine withdrawal and the behavioral/psychological dependence and change of habit, you will find the "new calmer you" normal. It takes time and patience. This is a marathon not a sprint.

When anxiety hits, I've found the best relief is in deep breathing exercises. there are several similar ones, and they help you concentrate on the breathing not the anxiety or craving you might feel. I still use it as my go-to when I'm feeling stressed or angry (YES, nonsmokers and exsmokers feel stress and anger too! ) .
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- kuz123 @ marciem on Apr 27, 2020 4:43 PM
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  marciem thank you so much! This made me feel much better! It is just so hard dealing with the anxiety every day. It is very constant and I guess I just have to wait it out.
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  - marciem @ kuz123 on Apr 27, 2020 6:05 PM
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    Now is a good time to find other distractions, kuz123 . Unfortunately a lot of our options are limited especially if you are "shelter in place" area. But doing puzzles, reading here, jumping jacks, and breathe breathe breathe can help you get through it. Learning all you can about this addiction and what others have done to change their lifestyles can be a big help and then one day you'll find that peace.
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sweetplt Apr 28, 2020 8:19 AM
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Yes it is normal...your body is healing from all the chemicals you were feeding it...so much comes about in the beginning of this journey. Be sure to look for things to do that will help you ease the anxiety...Meditation online, exercise, take a walk, breathing exercises, etc., here is what I did in the beginning...good to retrain your lungs...

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Barbscloud Apr 28, 2020 10:40 AM
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Welcome and congrats on 13 days smoke free. As everyone has said, yes this is normal. In fact, I had few, if any, physical withdrawal symptoms. Mine were more emotional. Be patient, it takes time, but it will pass.
Barb
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maryfreecig Apr 28, 2020 11:00 AM
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Welcome to Ex. Congratulations on your quit and for tossing the vape stuff! You've come to the right place for community and support regarding quitting and dealing with the ups and downs. Quitting is a journey and it happens one day at a time-the wisdom of Ex. One day at a time, or just for today, or one step at a time--is a way to avoid worrying about how long it is going to take to feel better.

Weird feelings are normal--because nicotine use means you got addicted--we all did. The way out is through--Ex wisdom again! I hope you are feeling better today.
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AnnetteMM Apr 28, 2020 12:36 PM
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Nicotine became like a friend to you, and you miss it, so of course it's emotional. Withdrawal from nicotine isn't easy, but it's totally doable. I vaped, too, and found that it's important to throw it all away. All of it, battery and charger and any leftover pods. Never look back. Use this time to read all you can on this site. There are years and years of wisdom in these pages.
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diamond01 Apr 28, 2020 2:07 PM
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Hi, you are doing great I am 45 days in . and i stay in bed as long as i can, still cry, hopefully it will stop soon, feeling a little angry to don't even know where that is coming from, I yelled at my dog, and my husband is tried of listing to me, good luck right here with you. Helen.
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elvan Apr 28, 2020 6:53 PM
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The beginning really is challenging & perhaps more so because of the chaos surrounding Covid19. I don’t know how long you vaped but when we are using the addictive substance of our choice, we do not really feel our emotions. We STUFF them down & when we withdraw the substance, our emotions go pretty crazy. We find them all to be overwhelming, what we are feeling is part of the adjustment to being free. We get to know the person we were supposed to be, it’s a journey & it will get easier as time goes on. Stay close to the site & read blogs to see how others are handling the changes they feel. My withdrawal was pretty much all psychological, one day at a time will get you through. One FEELING at a time & you will get stronger.
Best to you,
Ellen
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bookee6 Apr 28, 2020 9:49 PM
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boy do i know what you are feeling almost 3 years ago i posted a very similar post. i never had any anxiety before i quit. i was constantly worried about my health every pain was punishment death sentence. I was at a doctors office and my doctor told me this was all part of it and it will pass. it did pass about 6 months into my quit my anxiety lessened greatly not totally gone but very close. i did download meditation apps that really helped. it was surprising how much meditation does help, even now as we go through these trying times i still follow some of the meditations i did while i quit. stay with you quit the anxiety will go and when it is gone and you are not smoking you will feel so much better and stronger. keep strong you got this
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- elvan @ bookee6 on Apr 29, 2020 7:46 PM
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  bookee6 Good to hear from you!
  Ellen
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  - bookee6 @ elvan on May 8, 2020 9:17 AM
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    Hi Elvan, hope all is well and you are keeping safe.. No working has given me time to rejoin the group. Still a non smoker which has not been an issue for 3 years (as of May 10th) stay well
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    - sweetplt @ bookee6 on May 8, 2020 11:12 AM
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      Congratulations bookee6 on 3 years of Freedom...Whoo Hoo...!
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    - elvan @ bookee6 on May 8, 2020 3:11 PM
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      bookee6
      CONGRATULATIONS, good for you. I am staying safe, sheltering in place.
      Ellen
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- Barbscloud @ bookee6 on May 8, 2020 11:26 AM
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  Congrats on 3 years!
  Barb
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Maki Apr 29, 2020 8:27 PM
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I cried buckets , and yes had anxiety . I responded to a post above yours here .
I would say the same to you .
Hope you both read each other's posts and all the responses . Some great help for you both .
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