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Old 08-04-2014, 01:17 PM
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IWillWin
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I quit drinking almost 2 years ago. I chose to focus on that first, and continued smoking until 2 weeks ago.

I tapered down to a few cigs a day and am using nicotine replacement (vaping). So far, so good. No withdrawals and I am not turning back.

I am not sure I could have done this in tandem or soon after sobriety. It takes resolve and focus and I needed all I could muster to kick the alcohol demon. Now that the obsession has lifted and I am strong in my recovery it was time to kick smoking too.

Good luck - and do some research about vaping. It isn't for everyone and lord knows it is so new that there is little research about it, but I know countless people who have thrown out their regular cigarettes and enjoy a smoke free life now. Worth looking into.
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