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My only other quit was five years ago, 234 days. I quit, with hypnosis, on Cinco de Mayo, and in a fit of anxiety on Christmas, drove to 7-11 and bought a pack. I can still remember the relaxation that I felt as I inhaled that first baby.
I quit this time by switching to an e-cigarette. 234 days ago, I lit what was to be my last cig. After two puffs I stubbed it out in disgust. The e-cigarette I had been using over the previous four days was so much more enjoyable that the cigarette was gross by comparison. I know I am still using nicotine, but otherwise, I feel like a non-smoker. No coughing. No stink. My singing voice has returned (something I lost over the years of smoking). My kids are no longer embarrassed or offended by the smell.
And no more sneaking around, trying to figure out when and where to light up (I had been smoking more than my husband thought). It was honestly something to be ashamed about at that point: intelligent people just do not smoke! A low-class (I know that sounds snobbish) dirty habit.
Now I power up my fruity-flavored vaporizer and feel terrific.
I know many are against e-cigarettes. But it's worked for me and I am very, very happy.