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Thank you! I will do that. I am thinking of making Monday my quit date so that I can stock up on supplies ( fresh fruit, fidget gadgets, craft projects, game for my switch).

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Nope! Anyone for Pizza in Bequia? (Small Island of the coast of St. Vincent & the Grenadines)

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G’day NOPE .....Not One Puff Ever.... (replace Ever with Min,Hour, Day as required.)

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Not One Puff Ever! This picture was taken on a vacation to Cuba at the Blau Varadero resort in 2016. The picture was taken off our balcony.

Welcome aboard, @DebbieS! We're glad you're here! You're not stupid - just addicted. And the Quit Train is a great place to get information and support to help you break free. Read everything you can on this forum to learn about addiction. It will help you begin to reframe your relationship with vaping and understand how to build a successful quit. (As a former quitter, even if you already know the info, re-reading it will begin to drill it into your brain. You will encounter all kinds of chemical resistance to quitting, so you'll need to build other kinds of mental muscles to compensate.) Have you set a quit date yet?

Good for you making a decision to quit altogether! Putting anything in your lungs, other than fresh air, is dangerous long term; IMO. Wondering what level of nicotine is in the Vape juice you're using, as it's adjustable and the higher values are higher than what's in cigarettes I believe. Also, just seeing people who vape, they seem to take a drag or two then go about their business but then a minute later they're back at it. Seems to me it's easy to vape a lot more than if you were smoking cigarettes? Maybe I'm wrong on that but that's what I see often. Make that unwavering commitment to yourself then get at it! You can & will do anything you really set your mind to. We're here to help in any way we can, even if that's just moral support and pointers on what's happening as you travel through your quit process. As already pointed out, there's a treasure trove of information all over this site. It's the very best place you could be so ... come here often as it'll become your safe place full of people who get what you're going through. You'll find everyone here super nice & helpful; no bad actors in our home and you're now part of our non-smoking family so let's get this done

Welcome Debbie. I also agree that using the same method that you used to quit smoking will be the smart way to go on quitting vaping. I look forward to seeing your success. Being active on the site helps so much and our SOS forum can be utilized with great results as many times as needed. See you around.

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Hi! Quit smoking cigarettes in 2018, but about 2 years ago I started vaping( I know....stupid). Need help to stop. Thanks.

Welcome @DebbieS .... can't add anything to the wisdom of everyone who posted here. Sounds like you have a solid plan. Stick close to us and come here often for support.

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We've all been there and know what it feels like to cave in to the temptation. (Again.) Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and re-start that quit! Have a plan for what you will do differently this time. For instance: - Make a list of 25 things you will do before smoking (chores, exercize, phoning a friend, posting to this forum, showering, etc.) and then DO THEM ALL before lighting up. I did this and learned that by the time I hit #10 or #11, I was too exhausted to even think about smoking any more. - Toss out all smokes and smoking paraphernalia. - Keep your hands and mouth busy - gum, mints, straws, silly putty, fidget spinners, bubble wrap. (Oh yes, popping bubble wrap. The cats hated me for a while when I first quit.) - When cravings strike, don't silently brood about them. Get out of your head and into your body. Stand up, shake your arms and legs, shout, cuss, sing a song, punch a pillow. I used to do wall push-ups while shouting "F--K THIS, F--K THIS, F--K THIS" over and over again. (Did I mention how popular I was with the cats?) - Change up your routine. Put yourself in a different setting or do things at different times than you ordinarily would. This can include spending lots of time in places where smoking is not allowed. - If possible, spend time with compassionate nonsmoking friends who won't mind if you're a hot mess and who won't let you smoke while you're with them. Not only does this lend support, it also keeps you accountable - because you won't want to confess to them later that you smoked again. - Understanding that the goal is to become nicotine free, consider temporarily using nicotine gum or lozenges for a while. People have different ideas about NRT, but anything is better than lighting up. Some of these things will feel pathetic and ridiculous. But so is smoking, pathetic and ridiculous... and lethal. These ideas might not work for you, you may need other tactics. That's fine. The point is, put some creative thought into a plan to divert your energy and then stick to it. If you can white-knuckle it through the worst of the withdrawal symptoms, things do get much better afterwards. I promise. Everyone on the Quit Train is here for you. You can do this.

Congratulations @Genecanuck! One month quit is awesome! I hope that you celebrated in grand style. I’ve enjoyed reading all the material you have contributed to the site. I feel that I have a solid quit going but it never hurts to reinforce something so precious.

Hi Debbie … Welcome Glad you found us … I agree with Jillar … you quit the vape with the same method as cigarettes . We have a great deal of help on our Main discussion Board , check this out , looking forward to travelling with you on your journey

Hi @DebbieS, congratulations on deciding to quit vaping! Tackle it just like you did when you quit smoking. Get yourself some sweets to suck on, stay hydrated and we'll give you all the support you could need or want. We have a great vaping forum that will educate you on just how bad vaping is and the long-range dangers are still to be determined.............

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Hi Debbie, Welcome to the Train! So glad that you decided to quit vaping. The other day I saw an article on the NY Post about a young woman who loved vaping until her lungs collapsed and black goo poured out of her. I was going to upload it here so everyone could read it, but I didn't have a chance, but right now seems the perfect time for you and everyone else to read the article. I think when you read this, you will stay away from vaping forever. Like smoking, vaping is an addiction and you can definitely quit. It's not easy, but so doable. I was a smoker for about 40 years. This is the 2nd and last time that I am quitting for good. What helped me in the beginning was taking cinnamon sticks and pretending they were cigarettes. I would suck the air in and make believe I was smoking. The cinnamon tasted a thousand times better than any cig that I ever smoked. I bought myself a whole bag of the sticks and would keep one in my purse and a few scattered around the house so I would always have one handy. If you don't like cinnamon, cut up plastic straws work well too. Please read the article below, because after you read it, I don't think you will ever want to vape again. Best of luck to you, and please keep coming on here so we can give you support. This group of people helped me through many many difficult times in the beginning. If it wasn't for them, I don't think I would have been able to do it. https://nypost.com/2024/09/16/lifestyle/vaping-addict-finally-quit-when-lungs-collapsed-black-goo-came-out/

Congratulations. Quitnet Repost, January 15, 2006 Remember to stop and celebrate your quits and support others here along the way. Keep the Quit. Gene Congratulations WHO'S BETTER THAN YOU TODAY? You've made it! A whole 2 months (or the number of hours, days in your quit) without a cigarette! In that time, you've successfully navigated the physical chaos of withdrawal, the emotional highs and lows of early quit, and the pitfalls of relapse! WHO'S BETTER THAN YOU TODAY? Countless times you've refused the offered cigs. More times than that you've craved nicotine, but opted for health, instead. You've endured teasing, lack of support, and feeling uncomfortable and out of place among smokers. You may have had issues with weight, anger, tension or sadness, but still you stayed SMOKE-FREE! WHO'S BETTER THAN YOU TODAY? You're adjusting to a whole new lifestyle. You're already thinking different thoughts. You've changed habits and routines. You've made new friends and, perhaps, let go of some old ones. You're starting to realize the benefits of living a SMOKE-FREE life. More and more, you see yourself as a non-smoker. We hope you're as proud of you as we are. WHO'S BETTER THAN YOU TODAY? And while you've been doing all this for yourself, you've been helping everyone here at the Q: your membership in our community, whether active or passive, has demonstrated an ongoing support of the efforts of all of us. We hope you stay with us as you continue your SMOKE-FREE journey to a fuller, richer, healthier life.

Turn all your negative thoughts into positives Startjng with … trying trying trying but type Doing Doing Doing … Its all about the attitude

^^^ What @DenaliBlues said!! Take a look at the other times you didn't reach your goal and make changes this time around. Change your way of thinking about smoking. Once you put the possiblity of smoking in the past mentally and start believing you're starting on the path to a healthier, wealthier life, it'll be a little easier. Then start changing up your daily routine a little, as DenaliBlues said. Distraction from routine & positive thoughts toward reaching your goal will take you far in this journey to freedom!

Congrats @Genecanuck!! That 1st month is always the hardest to get through and now, it's done & dusted! Still more work to do of course but you've kept a steady hand on not smoking so far - no reason not to keep that up going forward. Be sure to take some time today and treat yourself. Rewards along the way for a job well done are important!

You are not trying to abstain; you're trying to quit. You'll have to do the work. Early on I found it best to quickly dismiss thoughts of smoking, "Move along, we're not doing that".

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Congratulations on 1 month smoke free @Genecanuck and thanks for all that you contribute here. Keep up the great work and do something to celebrate today.

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Celebration: Kool & The Gang Who is celbrating their smoke free life today? https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=TBS6gAtj8gE

@I can do it ... all of this is excellent advice from people who have been there. But I know you've have also had smoke free days. Day 3 is no different than previous days when you have been smoke free. Just take smoking off the table and say to yourself, I am not smoking this hour, this morning, this afternoon, just for today. And really remember how you felt the last time you had a nasty cigarette on day 3.... "But this time I noticed that the first few cigarettes tasted awful. Really awful. I will remember that, when day 3 rolls around this time! This is your rational brain recognizing that cigarettes actually taste aweful and make your body feel sick. Challenge any stinking thinking you have in the moment and just take smoking off the table.... in just this moment, in five minutes, this hour, this morning, just for today. I did this during the past month and guess what? My rational brain started kicking in and my quit got easier. You've got this @I can do it Good for you for having the wisdom to keep your quit and come here for support. And please let us know how you are doing on the Not One Puff daily pledge page: https://www.quittrain.com/forum/4-the-daily-nope-pledge/ We are all in this together my friend.

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Thank you for that message. That really makes sense. I am again in day 1. The last time, on day 3 I gave in again. But this time I noticed that the first few cigarettes tasted awful. Really awful. I will remember that, when day 3 rolls around this time! Plus I noticed that some things were better without worrying about needing a cigarette. I wish I could sleep through day 3 as Gus suggested. It's not possible at this time but it sure sounds good.

Congratulations on your 1st month quit @Genecanuck and thank you for all your contributions to the board. Have a great day!

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Yaaa Gene .. Huge Congratulations on your fabulous 1 Month , great achievement.. Kerp going … Uowards and Inwards

You did it Gene, you got to a month quit!!! That's so great! Congratulations!!! You are doing really well. Keep up the great work!! Onward to month 2

Congratulations on the 1 month mark!!!! Huge step. Stay strong and focused and you are well on your way. Best wishes. Also, like the pictures you`ve shared. Spent some time in Toronto years ago and loved it. Best wishes.

Well done @Genecanuck! I’m so glad that you joined the forum. You are on the road to sweet freedom! Rock on!

Don’t want to spoil things here . The sun is out ….shhh

Believe by Cher https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=oOGxKLUMbbc

I've actually been through there several times travelling down to New Brunswick to visit my parents in years gone by. I believe it's at the top of Lake Champlain, if I'm not mistaken Champ ... Lake Champlain Monster - lol

Wonton soup…. in the nth clims and in the south we are at that time of the year when some weeks are hot and some are cold. Good to have a quik soup to fill in those cold gapes. First some frozen veg into some water and zap for 10 mins in the microwave. 1.5 litres water in a pot on the stove add enough vegetable stock powder or chicken or what you have. Couple of tablespoons soy sauce (all low salt in this house). Teaspoon crushed garlic and ginger. 1/2 teaspoon of sesame oil. Bring to the simmer. dump in the drained veg and a frozen bag of wontons. Which ones you ask? Any ones will do. Put on a lid wait for 20 mins or so and the wontons will raise to the surface. Test one for “donnese” cause that’s what you do as the cook! Serve and enjoy….. Cant beat the sound of a spoon on the edge of a pottery bowl can you. Don’t burn your lips enjoy

Gday Got of too a rocky start. The blue vein cheese was off…. Yes blue vein can spoil. Had to pivot and use goats cheese. So prunes filled with goats cheese wrapped in streaky bacon smoked on the grill with banksia nut. How did they go. Very well they were knocking them off the grill when I turned my back so I recon that’s a compliment!

Took the kid (now 18!) To the pub for trivia...one of the possible answers was bacon... says the kid "pick aconite mum, the answer is always bacon.".... she wasn't wrong, of 3 questions where bacon was a possible answer it was every time.