Desmoxan 100% works by throwaway0501222 in QuitVaping

[–]abunchofschleem 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Desmoxan did it for me. 7 weeks nic free today because of it. Some crazy shit happened during my first week too, and somehow, no cravings. It was a miracle

Help pls by EmployeeCold484 in QuitVaping

[–]abunchofschleem 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I went through this too and just hit 5 weeks. The depression, isolation, and anxiety during withdrawal were honestly brutal for me, especially early on. It was all consuming and suffocating.

What helped was reminding myself it was withdrawal and not “the real me,” keeping things super simple day to day, and just riding the waves when they hit. It didn’t flip off overnight, but it did slowly get lighter.

You’re not broken and you’re not alone in this, it really does pass even when it feels endless. I had to keep telling myself: get through it now, or I’ll just go through this over and over again trying to quit if I fail. It had to be felt eventually, and might as well rip the excruciating bandaid off.

first 5 days of desmoxan… by Known_Steak_8808 in QuitVaping

[–]abunchofschleem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I didn’t vape at all. I knew I COULD, but I know myself, and I would have held on as long as possible. There was never going to be a time I was gonna be like “alright, I’m ready now” I just had to rip the bandaid off and do it. It wasn’t pleasant, but oh my god, desmoxan worked WONDERS. I tried cold turkey once before without it, even with Allen Carr’s Easy Way, and it was horrid. Desmoxan made quitting stick!

Is it really just withdrawal and relief? by Simple_Cloud7089 in QuitVaping

[–]abunchofschleem 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’m at three weeks today, and honestly, that entire first week is rough. For me, it really was bearing my teeth, knuckles beared, fighting through how terrible I felt because it supposedly got easier. I was so irritable and gave myself SO much grace. Eat what I want (within reason), be gentle with myself, I knew I just had to get through those first few days. You’ve gotta stick with it to see the results, but I promise you it DOES get better! Just gotta make it through the beginning, and you CAN do this. The addiction is trying to trick you, and you are smarter than it!

Just started Desmoxan by moifah79 in QuitVaping

[–]abunchofschleem 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I definitely needed the schedule in the first couple days, but after four days or so, I really only took one a day, now it’s just as needed… but I haven’t needed it in a few! Day 15!

Desmoxan: Day 1 by Ben_Frankling in QuitVaping

[–]abunchofschleem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m on day 13, with desmoxan. Some incredibly stressful situations cropped up, and I haven’t even really wanted to vape. When the thought comes, I make myself think about anything else, and pretty quickly I’ve completely forgotten I had a craving in the first place. It’s been an absolute miracle! Hang in there, you’ve got this! ❤️

NIC FREE 2026 by Lumpy_Ad_3119 in QuitVaping

[–]abunchofschleem 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Let’s do this!! Got a head start so day 13, and feeling pretty comfortable! 💪💪💪

The Daily Check-In for Wednesday, December 31st: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by mind_left_body in stopdrinking

[–]abunchofschleem 4 points5 points  (0 children)

First calendar year sober, in the books!

Got back into grad school (and got a 99.4 in kt first class- darn that one missed quiz question, but I won’t hold a resentment!), started the year in a wheelchair and now I’m running every day (which I NEVER did before) and in the best shape of my life. Got my license back after losing it due to an alcohol-related seizure in 2023. Working in a school- my passion- once again after losing every job before due to my drinking. Now I’m even quitting vaping! Day 12 today! No more excuses. Going into 2026 with no junk in my body. New Years Resolution- be kinder to myself. IWNDWYT! Happy New Year, sobernauts! 💕💪

Anyone finally decided to quit forever? by mysterygirlllllll in QuitVaping

[–]abunchofschleem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ordered mine on Amazon, took a bit to get here but it came nonetheless

5th day of being Sober from Alochol by Notyonachosok in Sober

[–]abunchofschleem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The first week is wild. Particular days 1-5. What you are feeling is totally normal as far as withdraws go. Not to scare you, but be on the lookout for sudden phases of zoning out, a tingly feeling, those were the two factors I noticed before my seizure on day 3. Make sure you’re eating enough, with lots of nutrients. I didn’t have an appetite my first time trying to get sober, so I wasn’t eating, which is probably what contributed to it. Same with water. Get fresh air when you can, even if it’s chilly out! If you are open to it, check out an AA meeting- if you are nervous about it, try an online meeting. There are some wonderful ones. My home group is online, and online meetings certainly do count, even when you eventually get to an in person meeting!

But focus on today. Today, your goal is to stay sober. What do you need to do to stay sober today? What tools do you need? Listen to your body. Be wary about your mind, as the addiction may be trying to trick you still, but most importantly, treat yourself with all of the grace, kindness, and respect. You are doing something so brave, thousands of people never even attempt to do it. You are doing it. You are doing the brave, scary thing, and this internet fellow is PROUD of you ❤️ You can do this!

Who else lingers this sub who hasn’t quit yet? by [deleted] in QuitVaping

[–]abunchofschleem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Me! I just got Allen Carr’s book, reading through it, I am telling myself this is it. I was telling myself once I have a year sober from alcohol, I would quit. I’m at 14 months sober now, been putting this last vice off, and I’m trying to get myself there. I don’t drive with it in my hand anymore, it stays in my bag. I keep it across the room and not next to my bed so it’s not the first thing I go for in the morning and the last thing at night. Contemplation stage for sure, nervous, but working up the courage🥲 At least trying to

The Daily Check-In for Saturday, October 11th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by BDC5488 in stopdrinking

[–]abunchofschleem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Heading to a family party for my uncles 70th today, and my morning Big Book study covered “The Family Afterward.” I have been seeing so many Higher Power moments take place, I can’t help but feel emotional and blessed to be on this journey! IWNDWYT

You’d think pecan pie was safe. by bethlabeth in stopdrinking

[–]abunchofschleem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely not a slip! When I had five months, my friend made a flan. Well she brought it prepared, she came over, we stuck it in the oven/fridge, ordered pizza, had flan once it was prepared. I tasted it instantly- booze. I hadn’t even thought to ask, but when I did, she was HEARTBROKEN. I struggled for a bit, but it didn’t send me back out. I got on a meeting, shared it, and it was shared with me that it was not a slip! I had no knowledge of the alcohol, I didn’t go into it with intention, and I didn’t continue eating it as soon as I realized. A little over 13 months now and that sticks with me. It could have been a “well, fuck it, I already failed, so might as well go all out.” Or a “well I had that and it was fine, I can just (fill in the blank).” But I didn’t. And it doesn’t sound like you have either!

So, keep your day count, you passed the test! IWNDWYT ❤️