Smoking.....

[Bigtitlover]

where to begin..... i am quitting smoking cold turkey starting tomorrow....been smoking for a good 8 years pretty much with no break in between with a few efforts to quit but gave up after only a few hours. Did some calculations recently and it just suddenly hit me regarding how much money im spending on cigarettes... i smoke about a packet a day, pretty much cost 25 a pack so 25 x 7 = 175 a week. If i quit i can use that money on a punt every week without really feeling any damage to my finances since im already using it on smoking. Its not only the money but also a health concern... im in my mid 20s and i cant imagine how my health would be if i continue smoking for another 10 or even 20 years....anyways have any of you guys successfully quit smoking? i would like to hear some of your stories since i am pretty determined this time around.

Cheers!!!

[123brainer]

where to begin..... i am quitting smoking cold turkey starting tomorrow....been smoking for a good 8 years pretty much with no break in between with a few efforts to quit but gave up after only a few hours. Did some calculations recently and it just suddenly hit me regarding how much money im spending on cigarettes... i smoke about a packet a day, pretty much cost 25 a pack so 25 x 7 = 175 a week. If i quit i can use that money on a punt every week without really feeling any damage to my finances since im already using it on smoking. Its not only the money but also a health concern... im in my mid 20s and i cant imagine how my health would be if i continue smoking for another 10 or even 20 years....anyways have any of you guys successfully quit smoking? i would like to hear some of your stories since i am pretty determined this time around.

Cheers!!!

Yup, I used to be a smoker when I was in my early twenties. What annoyed me the most was my smoker friends, they would be puffing away and having chat when I around. I eventually ditched them which made the whole process of quitting easier.

[HumptyDumpty]

Yup, I used to be a smoker when I was in my early twenties. What annoyed me the most was my smoker friends, they would be puffing away and having chat when I around. I eventually ditched them which made the whole process of quitting easier.

I agree.
Must start with a better environment. Bust most importantly of all is you need to find a habit to cure your boredom and give you something to do so the cravings don't hit as hard.
Easily said than done.
I'm still smoking.
So I have not right to talk.

[Choc-O-Block]

"I smoke when I'm banging a chick. Sometimes she gets a little pissed off when the ashtray slips off her ass now & then, so I give her a little singe....
That's it honey move that fuckin thing, you want me to call again!"
Andrew Dice Clay 🤣

[Choc-O-Block]

In all seriousness, you will quit when you're ready to quit.....

[L00ker]

I quit 15 years ago haven't looked back. At the time though it was hard. Like choc o block said, you've got to want it. First few days really tough. I just worked on trying to reach little milestones, if I can make it past lunch time and then push it another hour, and so on. Ditching the friends seems drastic, just drop out for a little until you feel strong enough to resist temptation. Changing habits help, used to love that first ciggy in the morning or right after a meal, socially with drinking that's a killer, feel off that wagon a few times until I finally succeeded. Maybe heading on holidays might be good time to have a go at quitting. Anyway, that's my two cents worth, all the best.

[Babycat]

In all seriousness, you will quit when you're ready to quit.....
I agree. People always give excuses for their quitting failure but I think it's because they're not determined and strongly go for it (sorry if I'm wrong as I've never tried smoking so I don't know about smoking addicting). But I saw my father smoked before, then successfully quit. Never smoked again. First, he chose light cigarettes, then stopped. Says "no" to any invitation. He told me he quit as it's not good for health (not only him but children and other family members) and waste of money, so he decided to quit. Sounds very easy and simple.
I used to have weird habit that I thought I could've not quit it (actually I had never tried to quit) but till I've been to Sydney, I quit it easily: no time to do, no supporting conditions.

[birch]

There's some good basic advice in behavioural theory. Called catalystic change - like moving house, changing job, starting a family or even a loved-one dying. These event effectively rewire your brain so you cope best with the major change.

How's this relate to quitting smoking?? Well if you are experiencing catylistic change you can consciously bundle other changes into the event and as your brain is already 'wired' for change, the evidence show those additional changes are more likely to 'stick'.

The trick is to engineer a catylistic change in your life. A new relationship, perhaps??!

Best of luck!

[13ru]

I managed to stop when i moved to australia. I have smoked a few times here, but do not enjoy them like i used to. So that reinforced that i dont want them. If you have the willpower, it is certainly doable.

[Bigtitlover]

Thanks for the replies!!

So far so good... thought i am starting to get cravings... damn dont know how much longer i can keep this up!!!! i bought a pack of gum so im just chewing non stop to keep my mouth busy.

[God Member]

Don't have any in the house (obviously)

Don't buy any. Tell yourself you've quit buying them and quiting smoking them is just a by-product of that.

Get off that never-ending, poisonous treadmill.

I don't want to give you an out, but if cold turkey doesn't work (follow the above and it will work) definitely vape instead. You can ease off the nicotine strength gradually and be rid of the addiction. Smokers of decades duration in my family have quit this way.

[kingwally]

I saw my father die from lung cancer after years of smoking. It is a disgusting way to die. I cannot stand being near anyone that is smoking.

[Arnie_Fan]

The first step is to want to do it and admitting the problem. People find motivation via health, family or money. Whatever works for you is good.

I quit smoking all most 3 years ago and have never looked back. I did it cold turkey and went through some crazy nights especially the first couple.

It took me a long time to get over it, upto not long ago occassinaly I would have dreams that I had a smoke and would then wake up feeling so guilty and like shit.

Try and stick to your guns and remember that failure is a part of success. I don't know many people who quit on the first attempt and maintain it.

Champix is a option that is proven to work and you get your first script free, it has major side effects and isn't for everyone.

With all the laws around it's harder and harder to find a place that you can hang out and have a smoke. People are more judgemental of smokers and as a ex-smoker I always hated the looks I'd get.

The habit is hardest to break and i will not lie, it will drive you insane. Once you past the first couple of days the nicotine will start to leave your system and you will start to get your taste back so watch the weight gain :D.

I put it in my head that I wanted to quit in a year's time, I started exercise and changed my diet. Doing this exercised my willpower which helped me quit.

Sweeting will actually get the nicotine out quicker.

[Bigtitlover]

Really appreciate all the replies guys!!! I'm still going strong!!!

[Arnie_Fan]

Really appreciate all the replies guys!!! I'm still going strong!!!

Good on ya!

[harrycd]

Quitting smoking is easy, I've done it loads of times.

:shout:

I quit a while ago buy simply not buying cigs and cutting down my drinking as well.

[ShunH]

i stick to vaping these days, but get pulled back if i starts pouring alco down my mouth, vap just doesnt pack the punch with alco

[Punterman]

Quit smoking = more cash for punting. That is all the motivation you should need.

Seriously though it is all about willpower, something that most forum members know nothing about or else we would be able to quit punting.

Both are highly addictive.

[puntercouple]

+1 for catalytic change. I don't smoke myself but I think any addiction is the same in nature. If there is something that hits you like a truck, it will leave an impact on you and change your life. Just hope that the catalyst is a good one instead of a tragic one.

Good luck.

[Bigtitlover]

So far so good!!! i still think about having a smoke but getting stronger every day!!! its alot harder than i thought.......

[A44]

So far so good!!! i still think about having a smoke but getting stronger every day!!! its alot harder than i thought.......

Congratulations Mate. Stay strong.
You have lots of support from people on this Forum.
Someone close to me stopped smoking recently.
She also stopped drinking coffee at the same time as she always enjoyed a cigarette with her coffee.

She did it tough for a few weeks but appears to be over the worst of it now.

If she can do it, so can you.

I wish you well.

[Bigtitlover]

Congratulations Mate. Stay strong.
You have lots of support from people on this Forum.
Someone close to me stopped smoking recently.
She also stopped drinking coffee at the same time as she always enjoyed a cigarette with her coffee.

She did it tough for a few weeks but appears to be over the worst of it now.

If she can do it, so can you.

I wish you well.

Thank you so much bro!!!

yeah i had to give up a few things too.... i love smoking when i drive, in the morning when i just wake up and the list goes on but yes, the money and health benefits definitely outweighs the joy that comes from smoking!!! the thought of it from the get go was definitely very daunting!! but will power will trump all!!

[Bigtitlover]

oh and i use to love having a smoke before and after a punt... sadly i must give that up now too...

[kaankaant]

Good on you!! Stay strong and you'll feel heaps better soon!!

[Christmas]

Hey how did it go? It's 5th day for me stop smoking 😉 Bought new flavour ejuice
Glazed donut and strawberry whip. Wanted to buy a unicorn milk or cereal milk flavour but they all sold out 😌
I now know why so many people vape ㅋㅋㅋ who ever thought that people can smoke s'more flavour? It's phenomenal!!!

[mankind]

Hey how did it go? It's 5th day for me stop smoking �� Bought new flavour ejuice
Glazed donut and strawberry whip. Wanted to buy a unicorn milk or cereal milk flavour but they all sold out ��
I now know why so many people vape ㅋㅋㅋ who ever thought that people can smoke s'more flavour? It's phenomenal!!!

I'm glad to hear that! When I started to quit 6 months ago, I felt so bored, I need something to puff not because I'm addicted to Nicotine or something, just the habit! So I picked up vaping! Now I can save money for punting and also all the problems caused by smoking are gone now! And hopefully one day I may quit vaping as well!:smile:

[Beau]

Smoking though it might be trendy when kissing a WL for a non smoker it taste's
awful.Plenty of WL do smoke and i try to avoid but how can you tell from intro ?
When a WL does the smoker's cough it is really puts a dampener on the session.
Had some girls smoke after session but it if helps them relax who am i to be
a spoiler.

[plunderpunter]

try make this your discipline: if you have a smoke, no punt for you this week

[Sam88]

Hey how did it go? It's 5th day for me stop smoking �� Bought new flavour ejuice
Glazed donut and strawberry whip. Wanted to buy a unicorn milk or cereal milk flavour but they all sold out ��
I now know why so many people vape ㅋㅋㅋ who ever thought that people can smoke s'more flavour? It's phenomenal!!!

sounds like you're having dessert more than smoking lol

[Christmas]

https://www.ecigcharleston.com/v/vspfiles/assets/images/Slider_UnicornMilk.png

!!!!

[hereandthere]

I've been thinking about quitting more and more lately and this thread has reinforced that thinking, thanks guys

[Sam88]

nothing like a ciggie and beer mate

[ebach77]

stay strong champ!!!!

[mankind]

https://www.ecigcharleston.com/v/vspfiles/assets/images/Slider_UnicornMilk.png

!!!!

This stuff is very good!Buy it online through ebay or alldayvapes.com.au, I am not sure it's authenticity! You can try a small bottle first, if you like it buy a big one. I bought 120ml much cheaper! Mine is tobacco taste!

[cuteguy]

There is no simple way to break the habit. This might come from the use of nicotine replacement through chewing gum or stick-on patches. There are also prescription medicines available, e.g. bupropion (Zyban and Prexaton) and varenicline (Champix) that can help reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Hypnotherapy and acupuncture have also helped many smokers to quit smoking.

If you are still unsure about quitting smoking, just consider the health hazards associated with smoking. They include chronic lung and airways disease, lung cancer as well as other cancers, cardiovascular disease, cataracts in the eye, gastrointestinal disease, circulation problems, harm to the fetus of pregnant women, harm to family through passive smoking, and premature ageing of the skin.

If you are thinking of trying to stop, here are some helpful tips.

* Pick a time when your life is ‘normal’, with no major events or stresses likely.
* Choose a date in advance and tell your family and friends.
* Stop in the morning and have a good breakfast.
* Avoid temptation such as pubs, clubs and friends who smoke.
* Reward yourself frequently for the first few days. New clothes, a massage or a new hairstyle are good rewards.
* Avoid your usual ‘trigger factors’ such as alcohol, drinking coffee, chatting on the telephone.
* Change your routines.
* Take more exercise.
* When you feel like a cigarette drink a glass of water or eat a sweet.
* Watch your weight, but don't worry too much if you put a bit on at first. It will come off later when you settle into life as a non-smoker.
* Keep reminding yourself about the money you are saving and the longer, healthier life you can expect.
* Giving up smoking may take a number of attempts, but this is normal so don't be frustrated at first.

If you feel it's time to make that change, don't put it off. Do it now and you won't regret it. Good luck!

[inmydream]

I think no easy way to quit smoking. I was a heavy smoker puffing a pack a day and sometimes 2/3 packs on weekends going crazy in night clubs back in the old days when smoking allowed inside. First rule to quit smoking is to avoid hanging out with smokers and that's bloody hard. Second, do some exercises until you realise your lung has been damaged so much you need to make a change. Thirdly, realise it isnot going to work straight away and you need a few attempts before you finally quit.

[GoldfishMan]

https://www.ecigcharleston.com/v/vspfiles/assets/images/Slider_UnicornMilk.png

!!!!
Yeah, I had that before, shipped from the US through http://www.giantvapes.com. Was not bad, very similar taste to http://www.giantvapes.com/mothers-milk/, but not the best I've had. Slightly better clouds than MM, but flavour is a bit more milky than MM.
I'm waiting very very anxiously for my http://www.cassadagaliquids.com/cannoli-be-one/:
46001
This juice is currently the hottest juice in town, everybody is raving mad about it. The flavour is like a real "Cannoli" (Italian pastry dessert) and they say it is like breathing in the real thing, it's that good. I'll post back here how it is when I get it!! I've ordered the Max VG 3mg for maximum cloud chucking ability!! :shout:
The other thing is, what equipment are you rocking? I've been using the Smok Cloud Beast and Baby Beast (TFV8), both awesome for cloud chucking but sadly, very very poor QC on the coils means they have massive leakage problem! Let your juice sit in the tank for a day and you'll see liquid leaking out the air-holes! Stay away from these, or if you love chasing clouds, try to use them like a dripper. Such a shame because from all other aspects, these really are best ever tanks I've used!
I'm using the Aspire Cleito EXO now. First ever leak proof tank. Really is leak proof, but cloud chucking is still miles behind the Smok tanks listed above.

[Lenka_X5]

@ OP. You are a 25 yr old boy. .Take responsibility.....

[Nejums]

Man… glad I've never tried cigarettes before.

[RNT4LIFE]

Only smokes at a good night out or a good punt. Normally buy 1 smoke from the ladies at the shop ($5) and enjoy it after the punt. No desire for smokes any other time.

[Benji.marshall]

https://theejuiceexchange.com/products/strawberry-milkshake

This one is good...

[GJB]

Never stop quitting

[Christmas]

Fuck it i bought a packet of esse change ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅜㅜㅜㅜㅠㅠ call me weak pussy
Was buying gatorade after exercise on the way back home, got it with 0 second hesitation
And was so tasty ㅜㅜㅜ driving+smoking is life ㅜㅜㅜ fml ㅜㅜ broke down in 13days, so weak, weak as fuck
But guess i'd smoke less than before?? ;;; hehhehe set the rule like, smoke only at the shop. Would help .....

[AHLUNGOR]

Fuck it i bought a packet of esse change ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅜㅜㅜㅜㅠㅠ call me weak pussy
Was buying gatorade after exercise on the way back home, got it with 0 second hesitation
And was so tasty ㅜㅜㅜ driving+smoking is life ㅜㅜㅜ fml ㅜㅜ broke down in 13days, so weak, weak as fuck
But guess i'd smoke less than before?? ;;; hehhehe set the rule like, smoke only at the shop. Would help .....

That's ok Jerry, one gave in to bad habit and temptation is not equal to failure. Rome was not built in one day !!

13 days is a good start, just think of all the toxin you didn't put into your body, now, be a good girl, just start again ok!

This time make it 14 days or more and it will be a win !

[inmydream]

No worries, it will take a few attempts. It took me 6 years and I kept telling everyone I will quit and got enough of the ciggies.

But I don't know how you survive
doing bjj and smoking??? that's some crazy shit...I think I'll pass out after one round of rolling if I still smoke.

[God Member]

I don't understand. If you are vaping doesn't that give you all the nicotine you can handle? Can't you pack so much nicotine into a vaper your fucking head spins? How is it possible to have a craving for nicotine after vaping? You are already fucking getting it. Like, if I eat half a chocolate cake with a spoon why would I feel the need to eat the other half with a fucking fork? It is just too different delivery systems. One healthy, one not. It's nuts.

[Longan]

I don't understand. If you are vaping doesn't that give you all the nicotine you can handle? Can't you pack so much nicotine into a vaper your fucking head spins? How is it possible to have a craving for nicotine after vaping? You are already fucking getting it. Like, if I eat half a chocolate cake with a spoon why would I feel the need to eat the other half with a fucking fork? It is just too different delivery systems. One healthy, one not. It's nuts.
Thought the idea of vaping is to get on nicotine-free vapes, the ones that taste like strawberry cheesecakes.

[Christmas]

Fuck ciggy fuck you
Ok, From tomorrow im gonna restart again!!!
I don't know :( vaping is tasty in some other way, (yeah strawberry whip was very delicious .... ) but can't be really same as actual ciggy ㅜㅜ

Bjj and ciggy was fine, esp smoking with friends after few spars was the best part of life, since i wasn't that heavy smoker anyway.., (appx 50cigs for a week) but Monday I did hot yoga, and it killed me 100 times. I'm doing it tomorrow again so after that it's probably easier to quit !!!! I believe!!!! Thanks for push me up oppas!!! ㅜㅜ oss!!!

[cleetusvandamme]

Fuck it i bought a packet of esse change ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅜㅜㅜㅜㅠㅠ call me weak pussy
Was buying gatorade after exercise on the way back home, got it with 0 second hesitation
And was so tasty ㅜㅜㅜ driving+smoking is life ㅜㅜㅜ fml ㅜㅜ broke down in 13days, so weak, weak as fuck
But guess i'd smoke less than before?? ;;; hehhehe set the rule like, smoke only at the shop. Would help .....

5 cigarettes per day, set a timer on your phone. Forget that vaping bullshit.

[mankind]

Fuck it i bought a packet of esse change ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅜㅜㅜㅜㅠㅠ call me weak pussy
Was buying gatorade after exercise on the way back home, got it with 0 second hesitation
And was so tasty ㅜㅜㅜ driving+smoking is life ㅜㅜㅜ fml ㅜㅜ broke down in 13days, so weak, weak as fuck
But guess i'd smoke less than before?? ;;; hehhehe set the rule like, smoke only at the shop. Would help .....

Haha! You are better than me! 13 days without smoking! When I started vaping I did not stop cigarettes completely, but I vape and smoke 2 or 3 cigs a day with lighter cigarette, then the last time I had was 1 cig a day! Now it's now 7th month I only vape without smoking! people are different! Some may have many attempts! Choose lighter cigarettes! Do not smoke your favourites! There is also the tobacco taste juice like Black Note E juice 100% Natural extracted tobacco, a bit expensive but a real tobacco taste!

[inmydream]

OSS Jerry. I always feel old when people call others Oppa. I know you use that a lot in Korea and everyone seems to be called Oppa. What does it actually mean? In dutch, german even indo they use the word opa and it means granddad.

[wilisno]

OSS Jerry. I always feel old when people call others Oppa. I know you use that a lot in Korea and everyone seems to be called Oppa. What does it actually mean? In dutch, german even indo they use the word opa and it means granddad.

It's brother in Korean.

[Christmas]

OSS Jerry. I always feel old when people call others Oppa. I know you use that a lot in Korea and everyone seems to be called Oppa. What does it actually mean? In dutch, german even indo they use the word opa and it means granddad.

bahahaha really? opa is grand dad in dutch!!!! learn new things everyday~*
oppa means literally "older brother" but only female can use this.
but I call anyone, whoever buys me a food, as oppa. it's kind of flirt way to call a guy. It could be very sexual way... hehe

good read(sexualization-of-oppa (https://koreankinshipterms.wordpress.com/sexualization-of-oppa))