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I haven't seen her around the boards in quite some time but I remember reading a lot of Pippa's posts early on in my quit and found they helped me a lot. I hope all is well and that you celebrate 5 years smoke free in a huge way.

Congratulations on 2 years smoke free, Smokefree! That is awesome! ?

NOPE - I don't smoke anymore.

Great job, Turtle. I shied away from triggers and tried to avoid them early on in my quit. I think it is great that you are facing them head on right away. You got my respect. Keep up the good work.

Welcome to QuitTrain, SneakyTurtle. Quitting smoking can be an extremely positive, life changing move and I'm glad you have decided to take this step. Keep us posted as to how your quit is going. There's lots of good advice and support you can get here to help you stay quit for good.

NOPE - I don't smoke anymore.

That is awesome, Shane! Congratulations on half a year smoke free!

Congratulations Rose! You are doing great!

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Congratulations Nancy. You did a lot to help me in my quit and I know you have helped many others. Thanks for all that you do here!

Congratulations Sparkzzz!

Congratulations Weegie! You are doing great!

Great job, Jetblack!

NOPE (congratulations catlover)

I made three attempts to quit smoking by switching over to vaping. I initially thought it was great because it calmed my cravings (I know that is BS now) and I didn't smell like cigarettes. I eventually felt like I was vaping more than I was smoking (taking in more nicotine probably) and started feeling really sick, worse than when I smoked. Each attempt lasted about two weeks before I went back to smoking regular cigarettes. Based strictly on personal experience, I would not recommend switching to vaping as a way to quit smoking. Great point. I know several people from my high school and college days (roughly 40 years or slightly older now) who never would have light up a cigarette back in the day who are regular vapers now. Doesn't sound much different than smoking to me.

Great job, Octain! Congratulations on half a year smoke free!

NOPE - smoking sucks! Happy Friday, everybody!

Welcome to QuitTrain, Justine. Quitting smoking can be challenging but it is very doable. It is also one of the best things you can do for yourself, family, and loved ones. I'm glad you made the decision to quit as it will be a very rewarding one for you. Keep us posted on your progress and reach out if you need help. You are making a great choice by leaving cigarettes behind.

Welcome to QuitTrain, Justine. A lot of good advice has been given. Stick close to this site and read as much as you can about nicotine addiction. There is a lot of support and knowledge you can gain here to help you stay quit for good.. It is good to have you here.