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Well in the first four days I noticed a lot of pain probably cuz my nerves are coming back alive when I'm feeling it and I'm more wound up then a high speed racer racing around and I can't do that because I have chronic arthritis throughout my body a fake ankle and I can't take pills for pain because I don't want my liver getting sauced up any more than it is haaaa
i’m on day three. i’m so emotional, cried more than i ever have. and i’m so so angry at everything. update: it’s been 3 weeks and i’m happier than ever
After 10 years of dipping and smoking, I quit both cold turkey. I’m proud to say that I’m on my 7th month of no nicotine use. After quitting, watch out for the 6th month cravings to hit. That was the most challenging time for me mentally. Your brain will tell you “you’ve been able to go without nicotine this long, and little bit right now will be ok.” Don’t give in guys.
What Ive found is I can quit for a week or two, then I think it would be nice if I could use it in moderation , rare occasions, like I do with alcohol; or I just feel bored and I want to "treat" myself, and of course it quickly becomes daily again (Zyn pouches). Im lucky because I dont get headaches or any serious withdrawal symptoms, it's just very addictive and I get cravings for the first few days of "quitting". Im still aiming to quit, it's a waste of money and despite being a relatively harmless type of nicotine, it's still bad for you.
What😂😂😂 I wish I saw this a couple months ago.. I quit last year in June and relapsed on December... My relapse was so anticlimactic. I smoked a joint and after that had one cigerette.. and I've smoked every day since. Try again today though
@@aphiwembande8661 Quitting smoking was easy for me, the connection between smoking and a sore throat and bronchitis (haaate those feelings) made it easy. These damn flavored pouches though....keep trying keep trying, dont overstress it.
I’m on day 5 right now, I’ve had cravings and a loss of appetite, a tiny bit of sweating, but overall not terrible. We’re all in this together here, and we’re conquering nicotine once and for all, together.
Hey man just checking in, it’s been 2 months. How you holding up? Have you relapsed? If so, does this reminder help motivate you again? If you’re still going strong, how do you feel?
@@Ali-oc5zj hey man. I did relapse. Unfortunately. I’m actually at the beginning of day 3 again right now. And this comment just gave me the motivation to keep going. It’s tough but I think I can do it for good this time :)
@@-blank-1661 to be honest man it’s been pretty bad. Ive been hitting other peoples a lot. Everytime I do I feel disappointed in myself but I just keep doing it
On day 3 right now. Today was def one of the hardest. I know I’m going to make it all the way🤝 just hating the process and hate how I did this to myself in first place
Quitting vaping Day 1: Difficulty in breathing. Mucus production increased a lot. I didn’t cough but I did see blood tinge on my mucus. Day 2: Breathing was really difficult. I couldn’t eat because of anxiety. I forced myself to eat. The sweating was so reallll. My friend offered me a cig and I actually refused it Day 3: I’m on day 3 now and I’m constantly thinking about vaping but I don’t intend to relapse.
Plz keep going free yourself from that garage you deserve to live use supplements to help with withdrawals like lions mane , nad ,fish oils dha version and something unknown ZINC! I promise you be healing while withdrawing
All these testimonies give me hope ❤ Edit: six weeks free of nicotine, two months free of weed now, and two weeks alcohol free! All the positive testemonies were the tipping point. It hasn’t been easy in the slightest… but I’m doin it ❤️
@@knitsbysami thank you very much! I’m still going solid with weed and nicotine, I unfortunately had a relapse with alcohol last week, but I’m learning from my mistake and trying again ❤️
i smoked for 15 years and overall had nicotine in my blood stream for 15 years straight. The first 3 days i actually had a friend of mine come to my apartment and monitor me / police me for all 3 days because of the brain fog and unyielding shaking and violent outbursts - It felt like my entire blood stream was burning and i wanted to peel my skin off. I also begged for ciggs and tried to leave the apartment so many times and ended up sobbing. After those first 3 days im telling you its like the withdrawal symptom car runs outta gas and by the end of the first week it was all over with and after that all you need is the resolve and if your like me looking at nicotine with disgust to never touch it again.
“Your not giving something up your gaining your life back” All your videos have such motivational moments. Its been day 1 for me since i decided to completely cut off vaping and weed out of my life. Its been a struggle and I’ve failed multiple times😔 but i am trying. I always have to remind myself that the cravings will pass and to distract myself for 10-20 minutes i come watch your videos. Its also nice to read the comments reminds me im not alone with this addiction.
Triggers your addiction mindset.. I understand that since all my co workers and friends smoke weed and use vapes. I work at a bar so vapes are allowed to be smoke inside which is hard to ignore especially when it smells good smh ... ); wish I never touched it...@@trump45and2zig-zags
The worst withdraw symptom for me is extremely intense hunger. I can go weeks without craving sweets but now I feel like I could eat an entire bag of sugar.
60 days today. I had to revisit this video and leave a comment. It was really tough for me but I made it! I don’t even think about vaping now after 2 month’s and it’s a thing of the past. Really if you are struggling, Don’t give up!! It’s worth it and you don’t have to be a slave to nicotine. One of the best decisions I made looking back now was to quit.
It's soooooo hard, smoked for 20+ years got off that & vaped for 6 years & been off it for 3 days & it's taking all my will power to not go by snus or nicotine pouches!
about to hit 7 days. the way it went for me is as follows. 6 days 23 hours and 47 minutes in. Day 1 - Pure pain and cravings Day 2 - Intense sweating all day and barely sleeping. woke up around 10 times throughout the night Day 3 - Sweating persists but sleeping gets better and airways clear up during the night causing immense relief Day 4 - Sweating stops sleeping continues to improve Day 5 - Cravings start to become less and less Day 6 - Mood goes back to normal and im a lot happier. Day 7 - Proud of myself and feel im strong.
@@brombou I believe in you. Im 6 months off. Not having nicotine dictate your day has been the most amazing gift ever! You wont regret it. Also longs walks (fresh air) and working out is the best way to handle the withdrawals. Tooth picks and gum is also great!
As someone who struggles with some pretty serious mental illnesses, as well as a recently quit nicotine addiction… I PROMISE IT GETS BETTER!!!! I think it effected me much worse due to the baseline depression and anxiety I experienced before quitting, but I was just about bed ridden for the first 3 days (got up once in a while but I was nowhere near functional) insomnia has always been an issue for me as well, but my already low sleep per night was cut in half when I quit. (I should add that I was strictly vaping, but half a novo 4 pod per day filled with 5.5% juice is a LOT of nic) On the morning of day 4 it was like magic, I think it was the first time in the last 4 years that I didn’t have to force a smile, and I found myself laughing at random things.. day 5-6 and my energy and physical strength not only came back, but I feel twice as physically strong as before I quit. Now I’m on day 9, zero desire to relapse and happier than ever. Some physical withdrawals still persisting like minor headaches and noticeable increased appetite, but I think this might just be the best I can get without serious work on my mental health aside from the nic. If you’re quitting right now, I don’t care HOW painful and stressful it is.. You’re either going to suffer for a few more days, or never reach your full potential for the rest of your life. Keep pushing❤ Edited for some tips: -You don’t need to cold Turkey like me, but at least when you’re sure you want to be fully done, throw every single thing you could use to inhale nic away and never look back. -Set a sleep schedule, and just stay in bed if you can’t sleep, it helps eventually -Do not call yourself someone “quitting nic”, call yourself someone who “used to vape/smoke” mindset helps a lot -Meditation helped me ignore the cravings -Make a lot of food when you do and store it, trust me you’re gonna want to eat again before you want to cook -drink way more water than you think you should -replace your most common vaping times (for me the morning and right before bed) with something natural that you enjoy, and do it consistently -get active when you’re missing nic a lot -never watch people who vape or even talk about vaping in their vids for the first few days, watch vids like this instead -Don’t make any big life decisions while withdrawing, you are not thinking straight, even if you “feel better” until at least 9 days, and I’ve heard it’s actually 2-4 weeks
Today marks 20 days no vaping for me! Anxiety is very high still, but my body feels so much better, the first 5 days for me were the hardest! I was extremely depressed and didn’t get out of bed. But today, i don’t have shortness of breathe anymore, and i have 100% for energy! I’m laughing and enjoying the little things in life more! It’s sooo worth it! I’ve been vaping for 3- 4 years and it’s done nothing but hold me back in life and make me less confident in myself for never sticking through with my decision to quit! trust me you guys it’s very worth it. just take it 24 hours at a time. and don’t cave in!! you’re stronger than you think. avoid negative influences and your life and ignore the negativity around you! love your life the way you want.
I had a heart attack 12 days ago. And as a result I am now a non smoker of 12 days. I have smoked for 34 years and I'm 52....please please please don't wait for a health crisis to quit. My cravings are pretty severe and I'm rolling cold-turkey. The very real risk of a repeat heart attack and DEATH is helping me stay off the cigs.
I’m having a surgery in four weeks and doctor advised me to quit nicotine, because of the seriousness of not healing properly. He actually said he will not preform the surgery if any nicotine is detected in blood test on the day of the surgery.. this is so hard, but thank you for this I believe I can do this.. I read some of the comments and they’re all positive
Thank you for this video, I saw the ad on TikTok, instead of buying a new pack of pods when I run out I’m throwing my device away and start chewing gum to get my mind off the cravings, I will keep you updated as my journey goes on!!
Day three here, my fixation for vaping is crazy after my morning coffee. I broke down and bought a vape. I was so disgusted with my self by the time I got home I busted it with a hammer. Please I hope this gets better
Going on 90hrs not using nic, I’ve been smoking 50mg every day for 2.5 years, surprising haven’t felt many cravings since I stopped. Really helps if you aren’t around other people using it, makes you want to use it less.
My first two days was bad. But not as bad as I thought tbh. Only when I think about vaping is when I crave. When I go to work, I get distracted. I try not to think about vaping. Have had more sleep since which is good. After that just smoothe sailing. Am on day 9!✊🏾💪🏾
It’s been a week since I’ve vaped and I have to say that vaping is a heartless demon. I’m constantly wanting nicotine and I never thought it would be this hard but I’m happy I’m doing it little by little. I can say it’s not tough though. It’s readily available everywhere and it definitely feels like a challenge. Please pray for me
Focus on how crappy it is to be addicted to this substance, it really doesn’t do anything good for you at all, write down all the fake reasons you have for nicotine and figure out the reasons that it’s b.s. write them down and when you get a craving enjoy the feeling of that demon dying.
I will quit no matter what i have to do, i cant do it anymore i just hate myself everytime i do it i quit all day but relapsed after i got angry and hated myself its such a short lived happiness and im not ok living like this i will not pick up another vape i subscribed for help and asked others around me for help i took a huge step today stay awesome and positive
My thoughts would tend to over exaggerate making want to reach for a cigarette till I realized that the problem went away after i smoked.... 1 week in and I still get those over exaggerated thoughts but hold back
I was addicted to some form of nicotine for 38 years. Today marks 3 months without any nicotine. I would like to thank you for being the best distraction with a calming voice during withdrawal. To those struggling: you’ve got this!
This is great! So glad I found you guys when I did. Started vaping last year at age 35 and after 1 year I feel it is hurting me and I want to stop it now.
How are you doing? I’ve smoked almost 28 years. I quit 6 days ago. I read Allen Carr’s book not intending to quit the next morning. I had 4 cigarettes left and all of a sudden I did not want to get dressed and go buy another pack. I’m feeling good. Wished I had a pack, I’d smoke all 20 at one time, but then I remember if I start back, I will wish I was where I am now. Keep going! Stay busy! Find something to do with your time...that is the hardest part.
Day one for me. I'm gonna be watching this video over and over for days, I'm sure. But the way he rationalizes everything is already helping me believe I can do this, no matter how hard it's going to be. It will be worth it. I hope from now on I can come back to this comment and remember this as the moment I decided to take my life back, say no to nicotine, and relinquish all the shame and pain that has come with it. Thank you for this video!! Update: Well it's been 15 days for me.. Day 1 & 2 were literal hell, guys. I've still been smoking vitamin and cbd vapes to cope but want to quit those as well.. But hell at least I got off the nic, right? The hardest aspects to cope with for me are my emotions in general, and my sleep. My anxiety is through the roof and all my emotions are touchy. I haven't had a solid night sleep since I quit the nicotine. Admittedly, I still think about nicotine all day every day. I went 6 years of my life without going longer than even 12 hours without smoking, probably. So maybe for some people by this point it's getting easier. But dispelling a habit you've had you entire adult life is not that easy, so don't knock yourself if you're a couple weeks or a month in and still having intense cravings. Sometimes it's not even a craving for nicotine itself, but to just feel something going into my lungs. I'm trying to work on breathing and meditation techniques to hopefully help with that aspect and get off the other vapes I've started using. This is all around a lot more difficult than I thought to deal with.. I hope there is still a light at the end of the tunnel for me. I don't see myself going back to the nic because I recognize how bad if is for my health.. But I don't see myself being any happier without it yet, if anything, life feels a lot more bleak at this point.
I’m on day 2, the best way I can describe withdrawal is a heavy anxiety feeling/shortness of breath that gets stronger the more you think about smoking. It’s a hellish quiet feeling that so far hasn’t gone away since I took my last drag. I’m staying strong!
I’m on day ten now and all withdrawal effects have gone away besides a couple **weak** cravings now and then. It was surprisingly easy for me and Im surprised with myself for sticking through the first 4 days. I only really experienced the above symptoms, a non painful phlegm cough for 4 days and cold sweats for 3 days which weren’t really noticeable besides my sweaty sheets in the morning (gross but not painful) ether way it was surprising that I could do it this long considering I chain smoked for 7 years straight. It’s not as hard as you think as long as you push through the first 4 days it really is true that those are the worst of the worst. Now I’m at the point where I have no excessive thoughts about cigarettes or smoking and can live my life normally without chain smoking or getting that spike or anxiety(craving) every half an hour. It really is freeing to not be held down by that constant 5 months nicotine fiend break.
@@alexacdc1234 I hope you were able to stay strong man... I see this was five months ago and every time I've tried to quit I've gotten back on around the 3rd month... BE BETTER THAN ME
As someone who has quit multiple times, I would say, either you haven't been that addicted or you're trying to make it seem easy so more people try. It isn't easy, I would instead advise that you show people how hard it can be, but show that in 3 months they can be very normal. I was vaping well over a pod a day, not ever getting buzzed, just making ends meet, hating life. It took my parents testing me often after catching me twice for me to fully quit. I like to consider myself relative strong minded, especially in the aspect of pain and tolerance. Nicotine can be really, really hard to quit, especially when in deep. That can be important to emphasize, and my advice to those trying to quit, is that even though I was vaping/smoking the equivalent of 2 packs of cigarettes a day, 3 weeks in I knew I couldn't give up, 3 months in I thought of nicotine less than once a day, and over a year after I felt normal. I've always thought smoking/vaping was cool, and that's still mildly all I think of it now. Being clean is somewhat of a bragging right to my friends though I do not flaunt it.
Im on day 3 after using vapes and pouches for 5 years, anxiety is definitely the worst symptom followed by some GI upset. Used nicotine as my coping method for my crippling anxiety for years and now I am being forced to confront my anxiety head on. Will update back as time goes on!
I’m in the same boat. I’ve been vaping for 5 years and decided to switch to zyn because I wanna save my lungs. I’m currently going through withdrawl symptoms because these zyns aren’t as strong as my 5% vape. But I yeah I mainly wanna quit because the anxiety it gives me. Gonna see how these zyns work
We love you bro, been getting addicted to vapes on and off for the past three to four years, and each time I quit I feel great, but I had “demons” to deal with so I ended up relapsing, all part fo the process, hour 1 for me!
@@GlobalHaraKiri I had a slip one night at the bar with friends about a week ago, aside from that I have been doing well! It really is a psychological battle for lack of a better term haha, it is tough to kick a habit you've had for so long.
I’m on day 4 of no nicotine and wow I had to come back to this video to comment! Day 3 is definitely the worse and I feel that I’ve come so far there’s no way I would go back to vaping(vaped for 5 years). Stay strong guys! Get through day 3 and you’ll never want to experience those terrible 3 days again hence you will never do nicotine again. Feel free to check up on me but I think I’m giving myself an early win 🏆 🙌🏾
I find the triggers to vape are in the mornings before work, and after work when I get home. I decided just to leave my vape at home for the 9 hours I'm gone so that I have no choice but to not vape. Just being aware of environmental readability really helps me
you're the best. thank you so much. 48 hours without nicotine. the withdrawal symptoms are minor. the important thing is the mindset and determination to get healthy and kick off the bad habit.
I was dipping 1 can of skoal everyday of my life for 16 years. Quitting smokeless tobacco was by far the most difficult thing I have ever done in my life. The first time I tried to quit I lasted 3 weeks and I couldn't understand why I still wanted it so bad so I caved in. A few years went on and I would try to quit, then cave, then quit, then cave again. Finally, I convinced myself that deep down I really wanted to quit. This time I knew what to expect. I prepared my mind and told myself that the next few weeks would be the worst time in my life and I finally quit. I have not had any form of nicotine for over 10 years. To this day I still have dreams of dipping snuff and I get mad at myself and wonder how I could ever quit again, then I'm relieved when I wake up realizing it was just a dream. It's really amazing what nicotine can do to you mentally. You have to come to grips with the fact you're giving up your favorite thing to do in life. Only then was I able to finally quit and be free of this terrible addiction.
Day 45 of no smoking! Smoked for 10 years 1 pack a day:) you guys can do it. I don't feel withdrawals anymore aside from randomly thinking about it or small cravings here or there. Not too bad tho
Day 4, vaping and dipping. The hardest day was day one due to cravings, but every other day has been extremely easy. I've been vaping and dipping everyday for years, I thought the withdrawl would be worse but on a scale of one to ten it is 2 out of ten. Just a little fatigue. I feel much more relaxed now, no stomach problems anymore either!
It's so unusual. My father smoked for 20 years and during his withdrawal he only had cravings. I smoked cigars for 7 months and now on day 10 still have severe nausea, panic attacks, bad anxiety, slight constant headache and stomach issues.
very nice video, speaks the truth . been a heavy smoker for 20 years, smoked almost 30 cigarettes per day. i quit two weeks before (cold turkey , no gums ,patches etc). apart from a difficulty concentrating , a brain fog if you like, and a looooot of hunger ,i didnt have any other symptoms. it is a mindgame,just dont think about it .
I'm 22 and quit 7 days ago. After 4 years of nicotine addiction. Feels amazing and already almost free from the crippling anxiety that plagued my life daily. Not perfect but much better and more grounded.
@bill joseph i just quit nicotine cold turkey. I lift weights and sauna several times a week so that may help with anxiety. I just got less jittery and anxious since I quit, now 15 days ago. It gets better bro
I’m on 10 minutes without vaping lol. I had my last ever vape tonight, starting fresh tomorrow morning Monday. I need to get it this time!! I’ll update day by day. I won’t fail
Good stuff man - I’m at hour 48, feeling really good compared to what I thought it would be, cravings aren’t too bad when you realize it’s just your brain asking for it, every craving is one closer to recovery
Just in case anyone needs this advice, about three weeks ago i quit vaping for a week. Days 1-3 were absolutely hell. I got caught in major traffic, was up working night shift till 8am listening to my patients (babies). Screaming. Mood swings and crying and irritability to the point i wanted to punch someone for three days was a thing It was awful but i got through it. Fast forward to the week after and i was sleep deprived bc of night shift. A family member unexpectedly had a mental health breakdown. It was unexpected and i vaped again to help with the intense anxiety due to this situation. It didnt help. well here i am 2 weeks later and the family member ios doing better. I got off night shift and day two hasnt been easy but ten times easier than before. Tonight i can take my sleep medication and go to sleep instead lf killing my body and mind with night shift! Yay! All this to say, the first 2 weeks of quitting make it easy on urself. look at ur lifestyle.
I stopped drinking coffee while quit smoking, because coffee made wanna have a sigaret soo much more and it helped. Drinking alotta water and just have a walk around the block when you get cravings helped me alot too. After 4 months i felt normal again, but very proud i "survived" that hard period and happy i stopped smoking. I feel great! 💪
Read this if you are planning on quitting pls. I had major success. I decided to go cold turkey and quite weed and cigarettes. I used to smoke around 7-8 cigs and the other thing was continuous for whole day. When I did decide to quit I also joined gym and swimming alternate days and planned a diet and cooked myself. Also got full time job. I haven't had a single urge to smoke anything nor do I crave or have any withdrawal effects, because I did watch many videos like this that tell what happens after going cold turkey but I haven't had a single symptom. Hope this helps somebody like me and/or motivates to quit without fearing the aftermath. I can be easy, try my way once what's the worst that can happen. And remember to announce publicly to all your friends and family so not only you have support but someone to hold you accountable and encourage when you feel weak.
Great stuff, but you forgot one of THEE most important and difficult withdrawl symptoms here......irritability/anger....which is completely different than anxiety and mindset, and most definitely fearful.
All these comments give me a ton of hope. I have tried and failed to quit about 6 or 7 times. I officially threw my vape away today. I told myself I am not going into April as a smoker so I'm in for the ride. I chose today so that the withdrawal will peak when I am not stuck at work. Hoping that I am feeling great by Monday.
Entering the 3rd day today. Feeling absolutely terrible ripped Juul and vapes for 7 straight years. Didn’t go an hour without ripping it. Seeing a lot of people saying the 3rd day js the worst and so far it is. But hanging in there and hopefully be good by the weekend!
Hey doc, I’m on day 3 roughly 76 hours in. My cravings are worse from the hours of 10am to 4pm. I push through them though. The real test will be this weekend, I’m going out to the bars Friday and Saturday. If I can make it through this weekend I think I’m in the clear!
@@AddictionMindset I know:/ I wish this weekend wasn’t a reunion weekend for me and my friends, but like you said there’s always gonna be a reason not to quit
I haven't vaped since the 26th of last month so I'm a month nic free and feeling great! I dont even think about it anymore when I see people vaping I think eww. Two months ago never in a million years would of thought I would quit but I so glad I did. Thank you!
I prepared myself mentally and physically to quit vaping...! I stopped cigarette in 2021 after 33 years of smoking and stransfered to vape since...! Im ready now and put all the chances on my side! Im in a nice cabin in nature with a spa for the next 10 days ! Starting a 20hrs fasting since 7 days with a 1 clean keto meal a day. Monday it will be a full water fasting for 7 days and I included to quit the vape at the same time! All together seems alot but eh, im off work until May 2025 so my goal before hitting 2025 is to maximise my health in an holistic way! Thanks for all your videos who gives a lot of good tips and hope! Ill keep you posted! Keep it up everyone!🙏😉✨️✨️✨️
I just found out I’m pregnant, and I just quit vaping because of it. I vaped for 5 years straight, chief keefing the vape. I’m going to be honest, mentally, it’s been challenging but I believe it’s just that. It’s mentally just telling yourself you don’t need it and you genuinely have to believe it in order to quit. I’m going on day 5! 5 more days to go for the full cleanse. I have faith in everyone who’s trying to quit! You can do it. You’re stronger than you think!🖤
@@michaelmulholland4380 hi! I’ve officially quit! It got easier as time went on, you have to just stick to it. It got to the point where I’d hit the vape again and I’d feel worse hitting it compared to the “withdrawal” symptoms I was experiencing. I can comfortably say I have no desire for nicotine anymore!
Day # 3. Been vaping since 2013 & I’m finally ready to make the change. After quietly begging myself to for years now. The routine & habits that came along with my constant need for nicotine are no longer my burden. Still an early fight but my corner is strong
I'm on day 4 of quitting vaping. Yesterday was my most difficult day as far as cravings. My body has been semi buzzing like it's cravign something (nicotine of course) but I tell myself, it's all a lie and nictoine won't cure the craving but only delay it. Benefits so far: No coughing. Like, zero. Benefit of not wondering where my vape is the entire day. Not having to worry about finding a place to hit it if I'm in a store or whatever. More energy (especially when I first wake up compared to feeling fatigued when vaping). I quit because my bloodwork came back with high cholesterol and I only want to consume things that benefit me from now on. Vaping doesn't. Vaping robs you of your energy and focus by constantly setting off your adrenaline and then when it wears off you feel tired. Anyways, highly recommend quitting; you won't miss it.
Thank you so much man, you’re I formation was 100% spot on and you putting into perspective how NOT big of a deal it really is is what helped me most. I was blowing it out of proportion ❤
This is a lot harder than I’ve ever anticipated, I’ve been vaping for years and worked at a vape shop, it was literally my escape from the world that relaxed me from being so aggressive but I noticed I always wanted more and more and I felt worse and worse, I’ve tried quitting over 7+ times now and I’m realizing that vaping is gonna make my life so much worse if I continue after the nasty road of been going on the past 3 months, I’ve been in the ER several times from an unknown cause now for stomach related issues/motility…but vaping is NOT helping whatsoever…I hope this time I can do it
I had 16 day thanks to watching your videos and shifting my perspective... Then I relapsed on smoking and have been struggling the past three days with smoking and now I'm vaping again... I felt so good after a week and I'm so disappointed with myself. I had taken a week off to basically get through the first 5 days and that really helped but now I'm really busy with a lot of mentally taxing requirements coming up, so my addiction mind is telling me that I can't quit now and I need another week off to get back to where I was. Really don't know what to do and struggling with guilt and shame.
Im on day 5 and i have quitters flu REALLY bad. my head hurts so bad, my neck is stiff and muscles r spazzing sometimes. not many cravings since im in constant pain. but yeah keep pushing guys
Currently on day 7 of quitting nicotine. Managed to keep the peak of the withdrawals at bay by exercising all day on my days off from work. Sleep was a struggle a couple of days but now the main issue is my constant desire to eat bags upon bags of sweets
Don't usually comment, but I've recent quit smoking weed in the uk now onto day 23. I have now decided to quit cigarettes. About to have my last one, lets do this shit!
I'm almost 3 weeks deep and several times now I have been bed ridden with nausea, the runs, sharp shooting pains in my stomach or the inability to eat. From what I have been able to find out so far is that acid indigestion normal when going through the withdrawal cycle is wreaking havoc on me eating certain things especially at night. In a sense it is helpful to have it be such an awful experience, more inspiration not to flip-flop on quitting.
I feel the exact same I’m 1 week 1 day in and I have occasional shooting pains slight headache fatigue Dizziness constipation insomnia you name it and it’s a bit better but still bad how long did everything last for you
@@akosicharlie1046 same. It’s awful. I dipped a can and half a day. I seen where that’s a can of dip has the same amount of nicotine as 80 cigarettes. 🥴 it’s going to be a while for me
I’m 13 days quitting vaping and god some days I’m fine but all day today I was struggling,tried to go for a walk today and lost my breath whilst my heart wasn’t beating the usual beat so had to go home, when it gets to about 4pm I’m much better but a lot of my day I can’t stand for too long this shit is horrible but I want to get better LETS GOOOOOOOO
@@moahdaman2533 yeah 42 days sober exactly 6 weeks still abit of tension and I’m trying to overcome the anxiety I feel in my chest sometimes so running helps a lot but yeah in comparison to 4 weeks ago ALOT better not full chest contractions my heart is fine it’s all anxiety based and the fear of many triggers and physical pains I feel in my chest
@@moahdaman2533 I think I’ve always had anxiety but since being 18 and being able to drink probably made it worse I’m 25 now but I realise damn this is the longest I’ve gone without alcohol and nicotine since I was 17 crazy BUT all in all I’m on track to a better healthier life this nicotine withdrawal stuff is legit especially with anxiety but yeah will update again in maybe 4 more weeks I want someone to really timeline this stuff cuz it’s a hard journey
Day 4 no vaping. I am constantly reaching for it. The crying, omg, all day long! I am an emotional wreck. I haven’t felt depression like this in a long time. Chewing on ink pens at work, chewing gum, and walking laps during strong cravings is helping. And i do drink Yogi bedtime tea to help at night bc the stress from insomnia would just be too much to add on. Gotta be honest with myself. Good luck everyone. ❤️
I'm a smoker of close to 10 years. Day 6 going into 7 and jeez...the headaches and insomnia were real. The depersonalization really messed with me until I realized it was just my brain readjusting, and watching your vids helped me stay on the level - even when I thought I was going insane . Thanks so much for keeping things in perspective
Please look into supplements to ease and repair you while getting your control back , lions mane ,fish oils dha , nad , zinc and even ashwaganda. And if you can use a gym sauna it’ll expel any toxins very quickly you’ll feel like a million bucks only this time it’s for real no substance needed
Day 8 no dipping. My first 5 days were terrible i could literally feel the urge down in my fingertips. My biggest advantage is i work at a static position with no way of leaving to get tobacco at all, and i kept myself extremely busy over the weekend. As i think about it this was the first weekend in a while since Covid that i got my family up and planned a day. I feel incredible and actually found support groups that help challenge and keep me going. I suggest others do the same it makes it so much easier. Especially me being somebody who chews, i don’t know a lot of people who do and they don’t understand the battle within to pack in a fresh chaw and spit in a bottle. For anybody who reads this you control your mindset not some nicotine item, it will always need us more than we need it. Stay strong
@@brianmcnary3960 i just hit day 142, it definitely gets easier every passing day. I’m in the kill the can discord that helps keep accountability every day with check ins and milestones. You are not alone if you don’t want to be. We got this brother
Thank you Dr. Frank. I love your videos and thank you for taking time out of your day to open our eyes & help us live longer. So much information. You helped me stop by preparing me on what to expect. No fear! I quit cold turkey 16 days ago. I can breathe better. I don't have to step away from my family, friends, favorite movie or after meals anymore to have a smoke. I feel free. The first 3 days were indeed the hardest, I had night sweats, headaches, some muscle aches & trouble sleeping but while staring at the ceiling I would think of what you said "it's the poison leaving your body". "Minor side effects or long term side effects?" I took Tylenol for the aches and pains & used gum "Trident cinnamon flavor" for the cravings. I would also visit your channel to keep me strong and I did it after 20 yrs. I did as you said and replaced the bad habit with a good habit. I reached for veggies such as celery sticks, apples and sliced oranges. I know you said 90 days but my cravings are gone. I also hope they stay gone. Thank you once again Dr. I am grateful for you.
i’m on day 3 and so far i’m completely fine, i was addicted for a year and a half but i just have slight cravings when i see other people around me vaping i just wanna hit it but i have just walked away for a sec so the urge goes away. i have bad anxiety so i was worried abt that but nothing had changed
Day 1: It was terrible, I asked God for help and I had revelation about how I've been postponing quitting nicotine for a year, and if I don't do it now, it's not going to get easier, but only harder. I didn't had insomnia, but night was so depressing, I had to relive all bad memories, all disappointments, all fears about future. Had to go to sleep teary eyed Day 2: It was still really bad, but intensity of withdrawal dropped about 20%. In the evening I got withdrawal flu. Whole day I was eating so much. Day 3: Withdrawal flu got stronger, but stopped around 12pm. Still ate a lot of food (I guess I am the only, who craves food) still had thoughts about nicotine, but now it's been easy to control them.
Super helpful. Hilariously I'm watching this on day 4. I fed my nicotine cravings with sugar and binge eating for two days, and I am isolated and weird because I just had a knee surgery. I quit because nicotine can have adverse effects on healing and blood flow and the desire to heal properly helped motivate me to kick a 16 year addiction with relative ease (one which I've tried to kick countless times). I started vaping 5 years ago to quit smoking, and it worked like a charm, though the ease of use and nice flavours quickly became an issue and I started consuming way more nicotine than I ever had as a smoker. Glad to finally be on the mend, only 4 days so I'm sure there are still demons left to vanquish. Thanks for helpful video.
Update if y’all care. Haven’t given in yet. The smell of a ciggy makes me sick and the feeling of a dip is the only thing I miss. Not the nicotine feels nice being freed
It’s been 3.5 days without.. I vapped pretty heavily past few months due to stress. I never smoked before. Now I am experiencing severe headache and insomnia. It’s hard, but I am glad I am doing it.
You are my hero! I just made the decision to quit vaping after not long (11 months or so; never had nicotine before that). Anyway, I enjoy your videos immensely. Truth be told, I've tried to quit at least a dozen times before, most attempts lasting hours. This vid helped me see the sheep in wolf's clothing that withdrawals are. I know I can handle this, period! Thanks Dr Frank :D
The last time i quit was 2years. During that time, it went better and better.. after a couple weeks i forgot i ever smoked. I started lifting, eating right and took care of my body so i was occupied with all that. So look for an outsource to focus urself on.
I'm at the 40 hour mark and I'm crying and hyperventilating. this is so much harder than I expected but I have to get through this. I've experienced sweating, light heatedness, shaking, and INTENSE cravings. we can do this
I think quiting addiction is all about battling what you are trying to neglect using addictive things. For example I was really socially awkward and usually get away from tense situation by watching porn or something equally addictive. When I started to be more socially active and be myself I just noticed that I dont do addictive stuff. It may not project to everyone. Anyway the video is great. Gonna appreciate community and people that are willing to share their stories here
20 year cigarette smoker and 10 years on and off weed. Stop cold turkey for both 4 days ago. 3 days of night sweats...anxiety..chest pain ...restlessness...feeling hot cold hot cold. It's absolutely insane what the body is doing to try to get you To go back to the routine. For some reason these symptoms happen more often then not at night ..I guess when I'm sitting not doing much. Hope it gets better soon I stopped for a year before this so I know I can do it. Its torture. God help me get through this for me and my wife and kids.
After smoking for 6 years, starting when I was 18, it's been about three weeks since I quit, and I'm really struggling with my temper. I started smoking to help myself with my anger, which I shouldn't have done, but now I'm experiencing it again and I can feel my adrenaline pumping into me, egging me on. I need help...
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Well in the first four days I noticed a lot of pain probably cuz my nerves are coming back alive when I'm feeling it and I'm more wound up then a high speed racer racing around and I can't do that because I have chronic arthritis throughout my body a fake ankle and I can't take pills for pain because I don't want my liver getting sauced up any more than it is haaaa
what the hell do you know you never even smoked
i’m on day three. i’m so emotional, cried more than i ever have. and i’m so so angry at everything.
update: it’s been 3 weeks and i’m happier than ever
Keep going you got this
Me too I'm on day 2 and I feel the same minus the crying
Take that hit, you probably already did
Stay strong!! Keep it up!!! Do not get back to it! You suffered 3 days already! Now stick to it. It will pay of. Health before anything!
Tf you crying for😂, you a grown ass adult.. Don't let that shit control you💀🤣🤣
After 10 years of dipping and smoking, I quit both cold turkey. I’m proud to say that I’m on my 7th month of no nicotine use. After quitting, watch out for the 6th month cravings to hit. That was the most challenging time for me mentally. Your brain will tell you “you’ve been able to go without nicotine this long, and little bit right now will be ok.” Don’t give in guys.
What Ive found is I can quit for a week or two, then I think it would be nice if I could use it in moderation , rare occasions, like I do with alcohol; or I just feel bored and I want to "treat" myself, and of course it quickly becomes daily again (Zyn pouches).
Im lucky because I dont get headaches or any serious withdrawal symptoms, it's just very addictive and I get cravings for the first few days of "quitting".
Im still aiming to quit, it's a waste of money and despite being a relatively harmless type of nicotine, it's still bad for you.
Feeling that rn. 😫
What😂😂😂 I wish I saw this a couple months ago.. I quit last year in June and relapsed on December... My relapse was so anticlimactic. I smoked a joint and after that had one cigerette.. and I've smoked every day since. Try again today though
@@aphiwembande8661 Quitting smoking was easy for me, the connection between smoking and a sore throat and bronchitis (haaate those feelings) made it easy. These damn flavored pouches though....keep trying keep trying, dont overstress it.
Big props dude, keep it up
I’m on day 5 right now, I’ve had cravings and a loss of appetite, a tiny bit of sweating, but overall not terrible. We’re all in this together here, and we’re conquering nicotine once and for all, together.
It’s all about the community!
Omg. I found someone on my timeline.How are you doing. I’m still a little antsie
i get the opposite. i eat like crazy when im off nictoine for too long.
How was ur sleep
I’ve had a loss of appetite as well. Headaches are painful as hell. This shit sucks but it’ll be worth it at the end. Pray this headache goes away.
I am now on day 8. I don't even feel like I need nic anymore. The first 72 hours truly are the hardest. Get through those and you got this!
Day 4. Going good
Hey man just checking in, it’s been 2 months. How you holding up? Have you relapsed? If so, does this reminder help motivate you again? If you’re still going strong, how do you feel?
@@Ali-oc5zj hey man. I did relapse. Unfortunately. I’m actually at the beginning of day 3 again right now. And this comment just gave me the motivation to keep going. It’s tough but I think I can do it for good this time :)
@@rislandmusic hey bro i was just wondering how it's going?
@@-blank-1661 to be honest man it’s been pretty bad. Ive been hitting other peoples a lot. Everytime I do I feel disappointed in myself but I just keep doing it
On day 3 right now. Today was def one of the hardest. I know I’m going to make it all the way🤝 just hating the process and hate how I did this to myself in first place
right behind you man just hit day 3 myself
Day 17 from a heavy vaper. It's possible guys. My symptoms were horrendous!
don’t forget to be gentle with yourself and forgive yourself
Feel like 3rd is one of the worst tbh
Yess same here, it's like this is all the damage I did
Quitting vaping
Day 1: Difficulty in breathing. Mucus production increased a lot. I didn’t cough but I did see blood tinge on my mucus.
Day 2: Breathing was really difficult. I couldn’t eat because of anxiety. I forced myself to eat. The sweating was so reallll. My friend offered me a cig and I actually refused it
Day 3: I’m on day 3 now and I’m constantly thinking about vaping but I don’t intend to relapse.
Plz keep going free yourself from that garage you deserve to live use supplements to help with withdrawals like lions mane , nad ,fish oils dha version and something unknown ZINC! I promise you be healing while withdrawing
All these testimonies give me hope ❤
Edit: six weeks free of nicotine, two months free of weed now, and two weeks alcohol free! All the positive testemonies were the tipping point. It hasn’t been easy in the slightest… but I’m doin it ❤️
So proud of you!!! How is it going now?
@@knitsbysami thank you very much! I’m still going solid with weed and nicotine, I unfortunately had a relapse with alcohol last week, but I’m learning from my mistake and trying again ❤️
@@jhiatt1516 that’s still such an amazing milestone that you can be very proud of!! You’re doing amazing
@@knitsbysami thank you so much!
Legend, in the process of quitting weed now myself, going to quit Saturday and do Sober October. Absolutely terrified
This is what the world needs . Realistic descriptions , no force, no advice , just what is real, and you get to choose.
i smoked for 15 years and overall had nicotine in my blood stream for 15 years straight. The first 3 days i actually had a friend of mine come to my apartment and monitor me / police me for all 3 days because of the brain fog and unyielding shaking and violent outbursts - It felt like my entire blood stream was burning and i wanted to peel my skin off. I also begged for ciggs and tried to leave the apartment so many times and ended up sobbing. After those first 3 days im telling you its like the withdrawal symptom car runs outta gas and by the end of the first week it was all over with and after that all you need is the resolve and if your like me looking at nicotine with disgust to never touch it again.
Loved this comment, thank you
Imagine hard drug withdrawals, let’s have empathy for the people out there struggling! And way to go dude!
That is awfully odd for ONLY nicotine withdrawal.
“Your not giving something up your gaining your life back” All your videos have such motivational moments. Its been day 1 for me since i decided to completely cut off vaping and weed out of my life. Its been a struggle and I’ve failed multiple times😔 but i am trying. I always have to remind myself that the cravings will pass and to distract myself for 10-20 minutes i come watch your videos. Its also nice to read the comments reminds me im not alone with this addiction.
why does work trigger me to smoke, I can go all week just fine when I'm around the house
Triggers your addiction mindset.. I understand that since all my co workers and friends smoke weed and use vapes. I work at a bar so vapes are allowed to be smoke inside which is hard to ignore especially when it smells good smh ... ); wish I never touched it...@@trump45and2zig-zags
The worst withdraw symptom for me is extremely intense hunger. I can go weeks without craving sweets but now I feel like I could eat an entire bag of sugar.
The same! I'm aware that is normal so I enjoy it!
Just put food into my mouth I don’t care what it is
Body find another dopamine source
How's it going
I’m on day 10!!! But replaced cigarettes with the Juul. How’s everyone doing?
60 days today. I had to revisit this video and leave a comment. It was really tough for me but I made it!
I don’t even think about vaping now after 2 month’s and it’s a thing of the past.
Really if you are struggling, Don’t give up!! It’s worth it and you don’t have to be a slave to nicotine.
One of the best decisions I made looking back now was to quit.
It’s truly hard
How are you doing now did you relapse?
are you still off of it?
It's soooooo hard, smoked for 20+ years got off that & vaped for 6 years & been off it for 3 days & it's taking all my will power to not go by snus or nicotine pouches!
Hey you should try nicotine again, one hit wont hurt 🤗
about to hit 7 days. the way it went for me is as follows. 6 days 23 hours and 47 minutes in.
Day 1 - Pure pain and cravings
Day 2 - Intense sweating all day and barely sleeping. woke up around 10 times throughout the night
Day 3 - Sweating persists but sleeping gets better and airways clear up during the night causing immense relief
Day 4 - Sweating stops sleeping continues to improve
Day 5 - Cravings start to become less and less
Day 6 - Mood goes back to normal and im a lot happier.
Day 7 - Proud of myself and feel im strong.
How is it going?
Keep going!!!!
You still on the quitting train? If you are, I'm proud of you. I'm starting my journey of quitting tomorrow morning. (I work night shift)
@@brombou I believe in you. Im 6 months off. Not having nicotine dictate your day has been the most amazing gift ever! You wont regret it. Also longs walks (fresh air) and working out is the best way to handle the withdrawals. Tooth picks and gum is also great!
Try quiting heroin ... you'll wonder how quiting cigarettes was a battle.
As someone who struggles with some pretty serious mental illnesses, as well as a recently quit nicotine addiction… I PROMISE IT GETS BETTER!!!! I think it effected me much worse due to the baseline depression and anxiety I experienced before quitting, but I was just about bed ridden for the first 3 days (got up once in a while but I was nowhere near functional) insomnia has always been an issue for me as well, but my already low sleep per night was cut in half when I quit. (I should add that I was strictly vaping, but half a novo 4 pod per day filled with 5.5% juice is a LOT of nic) On the morning of day 4 it was like magic, I think it was the first time in the last 4 years that I didn’t have to force a smile, and I found myself laughing at random things.. day 5-6 and my energy and physical strength not only came back, but I feel twice as physically strong as before I quit. Now I’m on day 9, zero desire to relapse and happier than ever. Some physical withdrawals still persisting like minor headaches and noticeable increased appetite, but I think this might just be the best I can get without serious work on my mental health aside from the nic. If you’re quitting right now, I don’t care HOW painful and stressful it is.. You’re either going to suffer for a few more days, or never reach your full potential for the rest of your life. Keep pushing❤
Edited for some tips:
-You don’t need to cold Turkey like me, but at least when you’re sure you want to be fully done, throw every single thing you could use to inhale nic away and never look back.
-Set a sleep schedule, and just stay in bed if you can’t sleep, it helps eventually
-Do not call yourself someone “quitting nic”, call yourself someone who “used to vape/smoke” mindset helps a lot
-Meditation helped me ignore the cravings
-Make a lot of food when you do and store it, trust me you’re gonna want to eat again before you want to cook
-drink way more water than you think you should
-replace your most common vaping times (for me the morning and right before bed) with something natural that you enjoy, and do it consistently
-get active when you’re missing nic a lot
-never watch people who vape or even talk about vaping in their vids for the first few days, watch vids like this instead
-Don’t make any big life decisions while withdrawing, you are not thinking straight, even if you “feel better” until at least 9 days, and I’ve heard it’s actually 2-4 weeks
hey there, your story reminds me of my own and it was great to read how well you are doing. how are you these days, still not smoking?
Today marks 20 days no vaping for me! Anxiety is very high still, but my body feels so much better, the first 5 days for me were the hardest! I was extremely depressed and didn’t get out of bed. But today, i don’t have shortness of breathe anymore, and i have 100% for energy! I’m laughing and enjoying the little things in life more! It’s sooo worth it! I’ve been vaping for 3- 4 years and it’s done nothing but hold me back in life and make me less confident in myself for never sticking through with my decision to quit! trust me you guys it’s very worth it. just take it 24 hours at a time. and don’t cave in!! you’re stronger than you think. avoid negative influences and your life and ignore the negativity around you! love your life the way you want.
I had a heart attack 12 days ago. And as a result I am now a non smoker of 12 days. I have smoked for 34 years and I'm 52....please please please don't wait for a health crisis to quit. My cravings are pretty severe and I'm rolling cold-turkey. The very real risk of a repeat heart attack and DEATH is helping me stay off the cigs.
I’m having a surgery in four weeks and doctor advised me to quit nicotine, because of the seriousness of not healing properly. He actually said he will not preform the surgery if any nicotine is detected in blood test on the day of the surgery.. this is so hard, but thank you for this I believe I can do this.. I read some of the comments and they’re all positive
How has it been?
Thank you for this video, I saw the ad on TikTok, instead of buying a new pack of pods when I run out I’m throwing my device away and start chewing gum to get my mind off the cravings, I will keep you updated as my journey goes on!!
Day three here, my fixation for vaping is crazy after my morning coffee. I broke down and bought a vape. I was so disgusted with my self by the time I got home I busted it with a hammer. Please I hope this gets better
day 2 for me, any update??
man i notice it as well with coffee. i gotta stop drinking coffee cause it triggers my withdrawals
like you I was two months ago and today I evaporate without nicotine just for fun
Going on 90hrs not using nic, I’ve been smoking 50mg every day for 2.5 years, surprising haven’t felt many cravings since I stopped. Really helps if you aren’t around other people using it, makes you want to use it less.
it’s been 24 hours for me and i’m so excited to kick this habit
Same here. Stay strong 💪
Im on day two 💯
@@aydnuick2202 howd it go
My first two days was bad. But not as bad as I thought tbh. Only when I think about vaping is when I crave. When I go to work, I get distracted. I try not to think about vaping.
Have had more sleep since which is good. After that just smoothe sailing. Am on day 9!✊🏾💪🏾
@@dysonj3 How you feel right now?
It’s been a week since I’ve vaped and I have to say that vaping is a heartless demon. I’m constantly wanting nicotine and I never thought it would be this hard but I’m happy I’m doing it little by little. I can say it’s not tough though. It’s readily available everywhere and it definitely feels like a challenge. Please pray for me
like you I was two months ago and today I evaporate without nicotine just for fun
@@regiepirotarum2893 quit that too bro, breath air instead :)
Focus on how crappy it is to be addicted to this substance, it really doesn’t do anything good for you at all, write down all the fake reasons you have for nicotine and figure out the reasons that it’s b.s. write them down and when you get a craving enjoy the feeling of that demon dying.
@@johnnyrayh5858 I've been sober since and I'm so happy about it
@@erikmasterman hell yeah! That’s awesome!
I will quit no matter what i have to do, i cant do it anymore i just hate myself everytime i do it i quit all day but relapsed after i got angry and hated myself its such a short lived happiness and im not ok living like this i will not pick up another vape i subscribed for help and asked others around me for help i took a huge step today stay awesome and positive
I feel the same
My thoughts would tend to over exaggerate making want to reach for a cigarette till I realized that the problem went away after i smoked.... 1 week in and I still get those over exaggerated thoughts but hold back
I was addicted to some form of nicotine for 38 years. Today marks 3 months without any nicotine.
I would like to thank you for being the best distraction with a calming voice during withdrawal.
To those struggling: you’ve got this!
After three months, do you regain cognitive function, focus?
@@LightRenowned I'm at 4 months now and no, I haven't noticed a difference in cognitive function. I'm a lot less anxious now though.
@@LightRenowned cognitive function returns but it takes a bit. It took me around a month for the fog to start dissipating
This is great! So glad I found you guys when I did. Started vaping last year at age 35 and after 1 year I feel it is hurting me and I want to stop it now.
New subscriber, on the path to quitting multiple addictions at once. Your knowledge and advice is very appreciated.
Thrilled to have ya here! Thank you for your support this should be a benefit! Much more content to come
dont act like my dad doc i do what i do my life
Getting ready to quit nicotine. Almost 50 years. I'd like to think I'm stronger than this drug. Wish me luck.
You got this homie, I’m a teen in the same boat. It’s never to late to quit, we all in this together.
@@provocativeramen8654 how you all doing? update ! no judgement
you'll never quit
You can do it!
How are you doing? I’ve smoked almost 28 years. I quit 6 days ago. I read Allen Carr’s book not intending to quit the next morning. I had 4 cigarettes left and all of a sudden I did not want to get dressed and go buy another pack. I’m feeling good. Wished I had a pack, I’d smoke all 20 at one time, but then I remember if I start back, I will wish I was where I am now. Keep going! Stay busy! Find something to do with your time...that is the hardest part.
Day one for me. I'm gonna be watching this video over and over for days, I'm sure. But the way he rationalizes everything is already helping me believe I can do this, no matter how hard it's going to be. It will be worth it. I hope from now on I can come back to this comment and remember this as the moment I decided to take my life back, say no to nicotine, and relinquish all the shame and pain that has come with it. Thank you for this video!!
Update: Well it's been 15 days for me.. Day 1 & 2 were literal hell, guys. I've still been smoking vitamin and cbd vapes to cope but want to quit those as well.. But hell at least I got off the nic, right? The hardest aspects to cope with for me are my emotions in general, and my sleep. My anxiety is through the roof and all my emotions are touchy. I haven't had a solid night sleep since I quit the nicotine. Admittedly, I still think about nicotine all day every day. I went 6 years of my life without going longer than even 12 hours without smoking, probably. So maybe for some people by this point it's getting easier. But dispelling a habit you've had you entire adult life is not that easy, so don't knock yourself if you're a couple weeks or a month in and still having intense cravings. Sometimes it's not even a craving for nicotine itself, but to just feel something going into my lungs. I'm trying to work on breathing and meditation techniques to hopefully help with that aspect and get off the other vapes I've started using. This is all around a lot more difficult than I thought to deal with.. I hope there is still a light at the end of the tunnel for me. I don't see myself going back to the nic because I recognize how bad if is for my health.. But I don't see myself being any happier without it yet, if anything, life feels a lot more bleak at this point.
Update?
Hope you’re well
I’m on day 2, the best way I can describe withdrawal is a heavy anxiety feeling/shortness of breath that gets stronger the more you think about smoking. It’s a hellish quiet feeling that so far hasn’t gone away since I took my last drag. I’m staying strong!
I’m on day ten now and all withdrawal effects have gone away besides a couple **weak** cravings now and then. It was surprisingly easy for me and Im surprised with myself for sticking through the first 4 days. I only really experienced the above symptoms, a non painful phlegm cough for 4 days and cold sweats for 3 days which weren’t really noticeable besides my sweaty sheets in the morning (gross but not painful) ether way it was surprising that I could do it this long considering I chain smoked for 7 years straight. It’s not as hard as you think as long as you push through the first 4 days it really is true that those are the worst of the worst. Now I’m at the point where I have no excessive thoughts about cigarettes or smoking and can live my life normally without chain smoking or getting that spike or anxiety(craving) every half an hour. It really is freeing to not be held down by that constant 5 months nicotine fiend break.
this shit hurts
@@snoopdapooch how you going? I am on day one. Its only 9am and I am anxious 😂
@@TarquinTheTall how you now?
I'm on day 4 after cigs for 12 years then
Vape for 3
It's tough but getting better
@@alexacdc1234 I hope you were able to stay strong man... I see this was five months ago and every time I've tried to quit I've gotten back on around the 3rd month... BE BETTER THAN ME
Here I am, binge-watching your videos on day 3 of quitting vaping. It is so helpful! Thank you so much for your content
Thank you! You do not need to do that but much appreciated. #getthru72 you are doing it!
yo I appreciate the videos dude I’m 2 and a half days without smoking and it sucks but it feels great at the same time
As someone who has quit multiple times, I would say, either you haven't been that addicted or you're trying to make it seem easy so more people try. It isn't easy, I would instead advise that you show people how hard it can be, but show that in 3 months they can be very normal. I was vaping well over a pod a day, not ever getting buzzed, just making ends meet, hating life. It took my parents testing me often after catching me twice for me to fully quit. I like to consider myself relative strong minded, especially in the aspect of pain and tolerance. Nicotine can be really, really hard to quit, especially when in deep. That can be important to emphasize, and my advice to those trying to quit, is that even though I was vaping/smoking the equivalent of 2 packs of cigarettes a day, 3 weeks in I knew I couldn't give up, 3 months in I thought of nicotine less than once a day, and over a year after I felt normal. I've always thought smoking/vaping was cool, and that's still mildly all I think of it now. Being clean is somewhat of a bragging right to my friends though I do not flaunt it.
I with peace and love your anecdotal experience isn’t everyone’s. Sounds like a testament to why minors shouldn’t be vaping tho
Im on day 3 after using vapes and pouches for 5 years, anxiety is definitely the worst symptom followed by some GI upset. Used nicotine as my coping method for my crippling anxiety for years and now I am being forced to confront my anxiety head on. Will update back as time goes on!
I’m in the same boat. I’ve been vaping for 5 years and decided to switch to zyn because I wanna save my lungs. I’m currently going through withdrawl symptoms because these zyns aren’t as strong as my 5% vape. But I yeah I mainly wanna quit because the anxiety it gives me. Gonna see how these zyns work
We love you bro, been getting addicted to vapes on and off for the past three to four years, and each time I quit I feel great, but I had “demons” to deal with so I ended up relapsing, all part fo the process, hour 1 for me!
@@danielcrase Aye man much love, keep me updated on your journey. Stay strong!
@@carlertle4586 are you still winning?
@@GlobalHaraKiri I had a slip one night at the bar with friends about a week ago, aside from that I have been doing well! It really is a psychological battle for lack of a better term haha, it is tough to kick a habit you've had for so long.
29.06.2024 / 02:13 am. I quit smoking right now after watching this video. Everyone who sees this comment wish me best luck. I DO NOT SMOKE ANYMORE.
How’s it going?!?!
How's it going ?!?!?!
🎉
Just have a few a day, doesn’t hurt
I’m on day 4 of no nicotine and wow I had to come back to this video to comment! Day 3 is definitely the worse and I feel that I’ve come so far there’s no way I would go back to vaping(vaped for 5 years). Stay strong guys! Get through day 3 and you’ll never want to experience those terrible 3 days again hence you will never do nicotine again. Feel free to check up on me but I think I’m giving myself an early win 🏆 🙌🏾
I got you!!! I love keeping an eye on progress like this!!! So happy you came back for the update. Guarantee your Inspiring someone
still doing good ?
Still good?
You good?
how ya doing? 3 months later haha
I find the triggers to vape are in the mornings before work, and after work when I get home. I decided just to leave my vape at home for the 9 hours I'm gone so that I have no choice but to not vape. Just being aware of environmental readability really helps me
I'm currently at 35 hours after smoking a pack a day for 12 years. I got this!!!
Good luck
Doug Vader the roller blader- have you managed?
you're the best. thank you so much. 48 hours without nicotine. the withdrawal symptoms are minor. the important thing is the mindset and determination to get healthy and kick off the bad habit.
I was dipping 1 can of skoal everyday of my life for 16 years. Quitting smokeless tobacco was by far the most difficult thing I have ever done in my life. The first time I tried to quit I lasted 3 weeks and I couldn't understand why I still wanted it so bad so I caved in. A few years went on and I would try to quit, then cave, then quit, then cave again. Finally, I convinced myself that deep down I really wanted to quit. This time I knew what to expect. I prepared my mind and told myself that the next few weeks would be the worst time in my life and I finally quit. I have not had any form of nicotine for over 10 years. To this day I still have dreams of dipping snuff and I get mad at myself and wonder how I could ever quit again, then I'm relieved when I wake up realizing it was just a dream. It's really amazing what nicotine can do to you mentally. You have to come to grips with the fact you're giving up your favorite thing to do in life. Only then was I able to finally quit and be free of this terrible addiction.
Day 45 of no smoking! Smoked for 10 years 1 pack a day:) you guys can do it. I don't feel withdrawals anymore aside from randomly thinking about it or small cravings here or there. Not too bad tho
Thank you so much for this!!! This is really going to help a lot of people out. Very inspirational, thank you
Im at my 40th day. Im still having shortness of breath and chest pains is this okay
@@erlemironiringan7629 I would recommend speaking with your doctor and requesting a Chest X-ray or perhaps seeing a pulmonologist
@@AddictionMindset I had an x ray not more than a month ago and it was all normal
@@erlemironiringan7629 sir is this because of cravings?
Please reply
Day 4, vaping and dipping. The hardest day was day one due to cravings, but every other day has been extremely easy. I've been vaping and dipping everyday for years, I thought the withdrawl would be worse but on a scale of one to ten it is 2 out of ten. Just a little fatigue. I feel much more relaxed now, no stomach problems anymore either!
It's so unusual. My father smoked for 20 years and during his withdrawal he only had cravings. I smoked cigars for 7 months and now on day 10 still have severe nausea, panic attacks, bad anxiety, slight constant headache and stomach issues.
If he dont get withdrawald for 20 years of smokingg i think thats bad
I smoked vape for 1 year. And now I'm having the worst hangover in my life. I haven't vaped for 1 week. Now I'm having strong heartbeats
@@asleo37 it's the anxiety bro for me it feels like I have a pressure on my chest.
very nice video, speaks the truth . been a heavy smoker for 20 years, smoked almost 30 cigarettes per day. i quit two weeks before (cold turkey , no gums ,patches etc). apart from a difficulty concentrating , a brain fog if you like, and a looooot of hunger ,i didnt have any other symptoms. it is a mindgame,just dont think about it .
I'm 22 and quit 7 days ago. After 4 years of nicotine addiction. Feels amazing and already almost free from the crippling anxiety that plagued my life daily. Not perfect but much better and more grounded.
@bill joseph i just quit nicotine cold turkey. I lift weights and sauna several times a week so that may help with anxiety. I just got less jittery and anxious since I quit, now 15 days ago. It gets better bro
@bill joseph right there with you brother im on day 34 and my anxiety is wrecking me, gonna try working out again
@@TheWackyRigger I’m on day 66 today, try to find the root cause of the anxiety.
Nicotine withdrawal may or may not be the cause
@@AokiLogia check the belly.
I’m on 10 minutes without vaping lol. I had my last ever vape tonight, starting fresh tomorrow morning Monday. I need to get it this time!! I’ll update day by day. I won’t fail
Heck yes!!! check back in with me on day three! I can't wait to hear back from you.
How’s it going?
@@rafaelmelara4688 he failed
Bro you got this! “You know what the true definition of hell is? It’s when you die, you get to meet the person you could have been.”
- Frank Mir
@@bart5559 damn ...
I’m close to my 72 hour mark! Thanks to your videos! First few days without vaping in over 3 years.
KEEP GOING! It gets easier❤️
Good stuff man - I’m at hour 48, feeling really good compared to what I thought it would be, cravings aren’t too bad when you realize it’s just your brain asking for it, every craving is one closer to recovery
How did it go?
@@bigpotato7804 horrible
@@Pavmadeit you can do it man, keep trying til it sticks
I’m around my 27th hour nicotine free, I believe I can do this🥳thank you so much
How's it going?!
He relapsed💀
@@Normcore-initiative glad to see I’m not the only one who’s trying to get rid of this shit on this lovely night 💀
Just in case anyone needs this advice, about three weeks ago i quit vaping for a week. Days 1-3 were absolutely hell. I got caught in major traffic, was up working night shift till 8am listening to my patients (babies). Screaming. Mood swings and crying and irritability to the point i wanted to punch someone for three days was a thing It was awful but i got through it. Fast forward to the week after and i was sleep deprived bc of night shift. A family member unexpectedly had a mental health breakdown. It was unexpected and i vaped again to help with the intense anxiety due to this situation. It didnt help. well here i am 2 weeks later and the family member ios doing better. I got off night shift and day two hasnt been easy but ten times easier than before. Tonight i can take my sleep medication and go to sleep instead lf killing my body and mind with night shift! Yay! All this to say, the first 2 weeks of quitting make it easy on urself. look at ur lifestyle.
I stopped drinking coffee while quit smoking, because coffee made wanna have a sigaret soo much more and it helped. Drinking alotta water and just have a walk around the block when you get cravings helped me alot too. After 4 months i felt normal again, but very proud i "survived" that hard period and happy i stopped smoking. I feel great! 💪
I’m on day 2, I have a horrible headache and a craving every 20 mins
I’m going through it now. 5 days now. Did you make it?
They say the craving thoughts last only a couple seconds. One second at a time.
is it very anxious and depressed on 6th day of quitting? 😕 how long last anxiety and unable to concentrate anything?
@@RB-sk8fe same here
@@RB-sk8fe how you doin?
I’m on day three and I’m really sad, but I’m determined to make it. This is the longest I’ve been without nic since starting, I want my life back.
hang in there mate! you got this 🤝
Hey I’m on day 3 as well!!!
Sitting in my studio making beats triggers me to vape, alcohol triggers me as well, and just being bored too.
Breathing triggers me, grocery shopping, eating, sex, phone calls, any minor inconvenience
@@katkatkat5 speaking facts 😂
Read this if you are planning on quitting pls. I had major success.
I decided to go cold turkey and quite weed and cigarettes. I used to smoke around 7-8 cigs and the other thing was continuous for whole day.
When I did decide to quit I also joined gym and swimming alternate days and planned a diet and cooked myself. Also got full time job.
I haven't had a single urge to smoke anything nor do I crave or have any withdrawal effects, because I did watch many videos like this that tell what happens after going cold turkey but I haven't had a single symptom.
Hope this helps somebody like me and/or motivates to quit without fearing the aftermath. I can be easy, try my way once what's the worst that can happen.
And remember to announce publicly to all your friends and family so not only you have support but someone to hold you accountable and encourage when you feel weak.
Thank you for what you do. Just that quick run down really made me feel better. Day 1 right now, I’m excited to get this over with.
Anytime!
1 week! Physical symptoms are gone, cravings are very intense but I’m trying to sit through them. Wish me luck!
You still got it!?
Great stuff, but you forgot one of THEE most important and difficult withdrawl symptoms here......irritability/anger....which is completely different than anxiety and mindset, and most definitely fearful.
Oh yeah. That. I could punch a wall, hiss, claw
All these comments give me a ton of hope. I have tried and failed to quit about 6 or 7 times. I officially threw my vape away today. I told myself I am not going into April as a smoker so I'm in for the ride. I chose today so that the withdrawal will peak when I am not stuck at work. Hoping that I am feeling great by Monday.
me too, we got this!
Entering the 3rd day today. Feeling absolutely terrible ripped Juul and vapes for 7 straight years. Didn’t go an hour without ripping it. Seeing a lot of people saying the 3rd day js the worst and so far it is. But hanging in there and hopefully be good by the weekend!
You still going ?
Hey doc, I’m on day 3 roughly 76 hours in. My cravings are worse from the hours of 10am to 4pm. I push through them though. The real test will be this weekend, I’m going out to the bars Friday and Saturday. If I can make it through this weekend I think I’m in the clear!
Drinking complicate things 🥴just be on your guard. And best of luck!
@@AddictionMindset I know:/ I wish this weekend wasn’t a reunion weekend for me and my friends, but like you said there’s always gonna be a reason not to quit
@@ToastedKnives that’s fax.
@@ToastedKnives ?
Definitely going to fail instantly if you go out drinking lol. It’s like saying I’m only having a pint 😂 10 pints later you can’t find the key hole.
I haven't vaped since the 26th of last month so I'm a month nic free and feeling great! I dont even think about it anymore when I see people vaping I think eww. Two months ago never in a million years would of thought I would quit but I so glad I did. Thank you!
Im feeling good doc! Thanks for this vid i feel more prepared for whats to come. Wish me luck everyone!!
I prepared myself mentally and physically to quit vaping...! I stopped cigarette in 2021 after 33 years of smoking and stransfered to vape since...! Im ready now and put all the chances on my side! Im in a nice cabin in nature with a spa for the next 10 days ! Starting a 20hrs fasting since 7 days with a 1 clean keto meal a day. Monday it will be a full water fasting for 7 days and I included to quit the vape at the same time! All together seems alot but eh, im off work until May 2025 so my goal before hitting 2025 is to maximise my health in an holistic way! Thanks for all your videos who gives a lot of good tips and hope!
Ill keep you posted! Keep it up everyone!🙏😉✨️✨️✨️
I just found out I’m pregnant, and I just quit vaping because of it. I vaped for 5 years straight, chief keefing the vape. I’m going to be honest, mentally, it’s been challenging but I believe it’s just that. It’s mentally just telling yourself you don’t need it and you genuinely have to believe it in order to quit. I’m going on day 5! 5 more days to go for the full cleanse. I have faith in everyone who’s trying to quit! You can do it. You’re stronger than you think!🖤
Your baby and your obgyn will thank-you
Update?
@@michaelmulholland4380 hi! I’ve officially quit! It got easier as time went on, you have to just stick to it. It got to the point where I’d hit the vape again and I’d feel worse hitting it compared to the “withdrawal” symptoms I was experiencing. I can comfortably say I have no desire for nicotine anymore!
@@ashleynicole2200 I’m so happy for you. Trying myself now
Nicotine free for 133 hours, this is going great, Became easy after day 5! Thanks for the help doc
Will Continue updating my progress
@@Anderassser heck yes love love to see this ! Thank you for your support
Thank you for sharing Peter I’m on day five now. Are you still going strong
@@rickytavilla4259 I am still going strong, now been nicotine free for 205 hours, it gets easier.
@@Anderassser awesome Peter I’m on day 5, Are you still getting cravings I am
Day # 3. Been vaping since 2013 & I’m finally ready to make the change. After quietly begging myself to for years now. The routine & habits that came along with my constant need for nicotine are no longer my burden. Still an early fight but my corner is strong
How is it goin I’m on day 3
I'm on day 4 of quitting vaping. Yesterday was my most difficult day as far as cravings. My body has been semi buzzing like it's cravign something (nicotine of course) but I tell myself, it's all a lie and nictoine won't cure the craving but only delay it. Benefits so far: No coughing. Like, zero. Benefit of not wondering where my vape is the entire day. Not having to worry about finding a place to hit it if I'm in a store or whatever. More energy (especially when I first wake up compared to feeling fatigued when vaping). I quit because my bloodwork came back with high cholesterol and I only want to consume things that benefit me from now on. Vaping doesn't. Vaping robs you of your energy and focus by constantly setting off your adrenaline and then when it wears off you feel tired. Anyways, highly recommend quitting; you won't miss it.
How bad is your anxiety of nicotine withdrawal cause im trying to quit but im scared for the nicotine withdrawal
Thank you so much man, you’re I formation was 100% spot on and you putting into perspective how NOT big of a deal it really is is what helped me most. I was blowing it out of proportion ❤
This is a lot harder than I’ve ever anticipated, I’ve been vaping for years and worked at a vape shop, it was literally my escape from the world that relaxed me from being so aggressive but I noticed I always wanted more and more and I felt worse and worse, I’ve tried quitting over 7+ times now and I’m realizing that vaping is gonna make my life so much worse if I continue after the nasty road of been going on the past 3 months, I’ve been in the ER several times from an unknown cause now for stomach related issues/motility…but vaping is NOT helping whatsoever…I hope this time I can do it
So did you do it?
Eat sugar. As much as you need. Blood sugar tanks when you quit nicotine. Sugar is the key!
Ive been to the ER for motility issues as well, has quitting helped it? Please respond if you can, id love to know
@@Sarahizahhsum bro wtf is u saying he have stomach problems, smoking fucking up the stomach all the way
@@chrisparmerter2417bro just quit lmao
I had 16 day thanks to watching your videos and shifting my perspective... Then I relapsed on smoking and have been struggling the past three days with smoking and now I'm vaping again... I felt so good after a week and I'm so disappointed with myself.
I had taken a week off to basically get through the first 5 days and that really helped but now I'm really busy with a lot of mentally taxing requirements coming up, so my addiction mind is telling me that I can't quit now and I need another week off to get back to where I was. Really don't know what to do and struggling with guilt and shame.
Smoking is for losers and keep it in ur mind that way
Im on day 5 and i have quitters flu REALLY bad. my head hurts so bad, my neck is stiff and muscles r spazzing sometimes. not many cravings since im in constant pain. but yeah keep pushing guys
It hurts so bad, staying strong 😭🤲🏾🙏🏾
Currently on day 7 of quitting nicotine. Managed to keep the peak of the withdrawals at bay by exercising all day on my days off from work. Sleep was a struggle a couple of days but now the main issue is my constant desire to eat bags upon bags of sweets
Lets go bro Good luck 🎉
I had a pfizer covid shot, stopped smoking, zero withdrawal symptoms. Anyone else having the same experience?
Don't usually comment, but I've recent quit smoking weed in the uk now onto day 23. I have now decided to quit cigarettes. About to have my last one, lets do this shit!
I'm almost 3 weeks deep and several times now I have been bed ridden with nausea, the runs, sharp shooting pains in my stomach or the inability to eat. From what I have been able to find out so far is that acid indigestion normal when going through the withdrawal cycle is wreaking havoc on me eating certain things especially at night. In a sense it is helpful to have it be such an awful experience, more inspiration not to flip-flop on quitting.
I feel the exact same I’m 1 week 1 day in and I have occasional shooting pains slight headache fatigue Dizziness constipation insomnia you name it and it’s a bit better but still bad how long did everything last for you
@@olimar6745 i'm at week 3 and i feel the exact same way, dizziness, vertigo, non-stop runny nose, insomnia, constipated.
@@akosicharlie1046 same. It’s awful. I dipped a can and half a day. I seen where that’s a can of dip has the same amount of nicotine as 80 cigarettes. 🥴 it’s going to be a while for me
Same shit here
i quit about 2, almost 3 weeks ago and still have some anxiety, but other than that I will be okay! THANKS!
It will go away dont worry your self bro
I’m 13 days quitting vaping and god some days I’m fine but all day today I was struggling,tried to go for a walk today and lost my breath whilst my heart wasn’t beating the usual beat so had to go home, when it gets to about 4pm I’m much better but a lot of my day I can’t stand for too long this shit is horrible but I want to get better LETS GOOOOOOOO
@@KiraYoza how are you now?
@@moahdaman2533 yeah 42 days sober exactly 6 weeks still abit of tension and I’m trying to overcome the anxiety I feel in my chest sometimes so running helps a lot but yeah in comparison to 4 weeks ago ALOT better not full chest contractions my heart is fine it’s all anxiety based and the fear of many triggers and physical pains I feel in my chest
@@moahdaman2533 I think I’ve always had anxiety but since being 18 and being able to drink probably made it worse I’m 25 now but I realise damn this is the longest I’ve gone without alcohol and nicotine since I was 17 crazy BUT all in all I’m on track to a better healthier life this nicotine withdrawal stuff is legit especially with anxiety but yeah will update again in maybe 4 more weeks I want someone to really timeline this stuff cuz it’s a hard journey
Day 4 no vaping. I am constantly reaching for it. The crying, omg, all day long! I am an emotional wreck. I haven’t felt depression like this in a long time. Chewing on ink pens at work, chewing gum, and walking laps during strong cravings is helping. And i do drink Yogi bedtime tea to help at night bc the stress from insomnia would just be too much to add on. Gotta be honest with myself. Good luck everyone. ❤️
I'm a smoker of close to 10 years. Day 6 going into 7 and jeez...the headaches and insomnia were real. The depersonalization really messed with me until I realized it was just my brain readjusting, and watching your vids helped me stay on the level - even when I thought I was going insane . Thanks so much for keeping things in perspective
Please look into supplements to ease and repair you while getting your control back , lions mane ,fish oils dha , nad , zinc and even ashwaganda. And if you can use a gym sauna it’ll expel any toxins very quickly you’ll feel like a million bucks only this time it’s for real no substance needed
Day 8 no dipping. My first 5 days were terrible i could literally feel the urge down in my fingertips. My biggest advantage is i work at a static position with no way of leaving to get tobacco at all, and i kept myself extremely busy over the weekend. As i think about it this was the first weekend in a while since Covid that i got my family up and planned a day. I feel incredible and actually found support groups that help challenge and keep me going. I suggest others do the same it makes it so much easier. Especially me being somebody who chews, i don’t know a lot of people who do and they don’t understand the battle within to pack in a fresh chaw and spit in a bottle. For anybody who reads this you control your mindset not some nicotine item, it will always need us more than we need it. Stay strong
I’m on day 2. Day 2 isn’t bad. Day 1 suckeddddd
27 th hour in , I love chewing but I am starting to feel bad . I know I will feel like me in less then a week so I am gonna tough this out .
@@brianmcnary3960 i just hit day 142, it definitely gets easier every passing day. I’m in the kill the can discord that helps keep accountability every day with check ins and milestones. You are not alone if you don’t want to be. We got this brother
Thank you Dr. Frank. I love your videos and thank you for taking time out of your day to open our eyes & help us live longer. So much information. You helped me stop by preparing me on what to expect. No fear! I quit cold turkey 16 days ago. I can breathe better. I don't have to step away from my family, friends, favorite movie or after meals anymore to have a smoke. I feel free. The first 3 days were indeed the hardest, I had night sweats, headaches, some muscle aches & trouble sleeping but while staring at the ceiling I would think of what you said "it's the poison leaving your body". "Minor side effects or long term side effects?" I took Tylenol for the aches and pains & used gum "Trident cinnamon flavor" for the cravings. I would also visit your channel to keep me strong and I did it after 20 yrs. I did as you said and replaced the bad habit with a good habit. I reached for veggies such as celery sticks, apples and sliced oranges. I know you said 90 days but my cravings are gone. I also hope they stay gone. Thank you once again Dr. I am grateful for you.
i’m on day 3 and so far i’m completely fine, i was addicted for a year and a half but i just have slight cravings when i see other people around me vaping i just wanna hit it but i have just walked away for a sec so the urge goes away. i have bad anxiety so i was worried abt that but nothing had changed
Heck yeah!! That’s great
Big congrats
Day 1: It was terrible, I asked God for help and I had revelation about how I've been postponing quitting nicotine for a year, and if I don't do it now, it's not going to get easier, but only harder. I didn't had insomnia, but night was so depressing, I had to relive all bad memories, all disappointments, all fears about future. Had to go to sleep teary eyed
Day 2: It was still really bad, but intensity of withdrawal dropped about 20%. In the evening I got withdrawal flu. Whole day I was eating so much.
Day 3: Withdrawal flu got stronger, but stopped around 12pm. Still ate a lot of food (I guess I am the only, who craves food) still had thoughts about nicotine, but now it's been easy to control them.
so true. boredom and isolation are big triggers for cravings. also, alcohol. gotta quit drinking before you quit nicotine
I am on day 4, I have mild headaches, feel fatigued, depressed. And also feeling very sporadic panic attacks.
is it very anxious and depressed on 6th day of quitting? 😕 how long last anxiety and unable to concentrate anything?
When I've stopped using in the past it was terrible for 3 days and then I felt perfectly normal tbh, I've started back since
Super helpful. Hilariously I'm watching this on day 4. I fed my nicotine cravings with sugar and binge eating for two days, and I am isolated and weird because I just had a knee surgery. I quit because nicotine can have adverse effects on healing and blood flow and the desire to heal properly helped motivate me to kick a 16 year addiction with relative ease (one which I've tried to kick countless times). I started vaping 5 years ago to quit smoking, and it worked like a charm, though the ease of use and nice flavours quickly became an issue and I started consuming way more nicotine than I ever had as a smoker. Glad to finally be on the mend, only 4 days so I'm sure there are still demons left to vanquish. Thanks for helpful video.
Update ?
I’m on day 3. Hardest part is the environment I’m around. Everyone smokes and drinks. And I’m trying to quit both.
Update if y’all care. Haven’t given in yet. The smell of a ciggy makes me sick and the feeling of a dip is the only thing I miss. Not the nicotine feels nice being freed
@@tonydawgkeep it up
It’s been 3.5 days without.. I vapped pretty heavily past few months due to stress. I never smoked before. Now I am experiencing severe headache and insomnia. It’s hard, but I am glad I am doing it.
You are my hero! I just made the decision to quit vaping after not long (11 months or so; never had nicotine before that). Anyway, I enjoy your videos immensely. Truth be told, I've tried to quit at least a dozen times before, most attempts lasting hours. This vid helped me see the sheep in wolf's clothing that withdrawals are. I know I can handle this, period! Thanks Dr Frank :D
I quit two weeks ago after seeing a video of yours! Thank you so much doc!! Today I had like one or two cravings!
Your doing great!!
is it very anxious and depressed on 6th day of quitting? 😕 how long last anxiety and unable to concentrate anything?
@@RB-sk8fe no after day three it significantly gets easier. Now I’m 5.5 months cleanx
Last time I quit was for 6 months. I was going bat shit crazy every single day. I'm trying again. Never give up
For all these 6months??? Wtf
The last time i quit was 2years. During that time, it went better and better.. after a couple weeks i forgot i ever smoked. I started lifting, eating right and took care of my body so i was occupied with all that. So look for an outsource to focus urself on.
you didn't change your mindset... you should watch Allen Carr's movie from 2005... it helps to understand the mind traps. it's all BS
I'm at the 40 hour mark and I'm crying and hyperventilating. this is so much harder than I expected but I have to get through this. I've experienced sweating, light heatedness, shaking, and INTENSE cravings. we can do this
You go girl! Im on my third day and I I have no anxiety, but I did get a terrible cough
How is it now
I remember 40 hours being pretty tough. For me hours 30-50 were just awful. A little easier for hours 50-75, and it became MUCH easier after that.
Stay strong.
I think quiting addiction is all about battling what you are trying to neglect using addictive things.
For example I was really socially awkward and usually get away from tense situation by watching porn or something equally addictive. When I started to be more socially active and be myself I just noticed that I dont do addictive stuff. It may not project to everyone. Anyway the video is great. Gonna appreciate community and people that are willing to share their stories here
Love this common sense, grounded approach and information. Great public service. Right on.
I'm on day 3, these videos have been very insightful, thanks for the help!
"You're not quitting anything, you are gaining control"
thank you
this simple perspective shift has just guaranteed my success
for real tho. once he said that it was my motivation to quit fr
@@justvyb 10 days clean now
Not exaggerating: when I heard him say that, something in me clicked and I started having much less cravings.
20 year cigarette smoker and 10 years on and off weed. Stop cold turkey for both 4 days ago. 3 days of night sweats...anxiety..chest pain ...restlessness...feeling hot cold hot cold. It's absolutely insane what the body is doing to try to get you To go back to the routine. For some reason these symptoms happen more often then not at night ..I guess when I'm sitting not doing much. Hope it gets better soon
I stopped for a year before this so I know I can do it. Its torture. God help me get through this for me and my wife and kids.
how you holding up man?
Thank you for your videos doc they helped me quit smoking 5 days free
After smoking for 6 years, starting when I was 18, it's been about three weeks since I quit, and I'm really struggling with my temper. I started smoking to help myself with my anger, which I shouldn't have done, but now I'm experiencing it again and I can feel my adrenaline pumping into me, egging me on. I need help...
Its day 2 for me i litterly feel like im gonna die like hella anxious hella anxiety
These comments help so much! I believe I’m experiencing nicotine related chest pains. I’m 2.5 weeks vape and zyn pouch free
How long did chest pains happen for ?
Hi did you get these chest pains during zyn use? I started developing some and I am going to quit now
@@DregGayton777 not during but after I stopped using them
@@Big0sGuy do you still get chest pains?
Smoked weed and cigs for 20 years , this videos have give me motivation and guidance on quitting, also prayer and The Lord Jesus Christ ! Thanks you
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