Help and Advice needed ?

[Donnam5044]

Hi all im new here hope your all well.
I have been vaping for about two weeks and have cut down on my normal cigs but im really struggling im just not enjoying vaping which makes it hard to stop cigs and my cravings are so intense.
I have been trying all the tobacco flavours could that be where im going wrong ?
I know vaping is hugely successful for so many people and im going to keep trying with it I really want to quit smoking but when I dont have a cig im awful my mood is terriable im anxiuos and depressed and just feel likw screaming and thats when it all gets too much and I have a cig.
Any advice for getting use to vaping would be so helpful.
Thank you all for reading.
Regards Donna

 

[Bonskibon]

Hello and welcome! What are you using now? How much nicotine (mg) are you using? A little more information such as your equipment and ejuice may better help us help you.

 

[Donnam5044]

Thank you for your reply im using the Kanger E-Smart and I have tried the classic tobacoo juice and the amber tobacco juice and currently just trying the virgina juice I did also try the menthol but couldnt stand that, im using 18mg nicotine maybe im just expecting it to work straightaway to get me off smoking whereas it might take some time.

 

[Bonskibon]

The gear your using is kinda "old school". Not that it is not good, but there are better products out there. How do you like to vape? Do you like MTL (mouth to lung) or DL (direct lung) hits? If MTL (that's how I vape) then perhaps something like an Eleaf iStick 40w with a Nautilus mini may be a better option for you and give better satisfaction. Your nicotine seems fine for starting out, but you could go as high as 24mg if you feel you need more.

 

[Bonskibon]

Important thing is not to give up. There are so many options today for vaping that if you stick with it and find what works for you you'll have a better experience. We here have all gone through the same thing in finding what works for us.

 

[Donnam5044]

Thank you for your advice I will have a look at that one now online, im a MTL vape person too so that sounds like a good option.
I have got a liquid thats 24mg was just a little worried it maybe too much and make me feel poorley but I could try it see if I get on any better. Thanks again for the advice

 

[Bonskibon]

Also, don't beat yourself up if you need to smoke during transitioning to vaping. I still smoked for months before I completely switched over to vaping. Though I did cut down drastically.

 

[Donnam5044]

Going to makesure I keep trying im determined to give up smoking and I know by all the success storys that vaping can help

 

[djsvapour]

Hi!
E-smart is a gentle e-cig. 24mg is fine, honestly. I used 24 to start. Folk tend to veer away from tobacco at some point. I never did & am vaping it right now. 5mg at 40 watts.

 

[Bonskibon]

I never thought I would be able to give up a two pack at day 30+ years smoking, but it did happen. We all are different in our needs and how long it takes. Some quit the same day they start vaping, some don't. There is no right or wrong, just what works for you.

 

[djsvapour]

The transition is tough. Use as high as you need; just watch for headaches!

 

[Donnam5044]

Thats amazing well done that is such a great achivement
All your comments have given me motivation and inspiration I think I needed that My boyfriend is not very supportive he just keeps telling me if you want to give up then just dont smoke lol if only it was that easy lol
But I will do it I will just take each day at a time
Thanks again for all your help and comments

 

[leftyandsparky]

Also, don't beat yourself up if you need to smoke during transitioning to vaping. I still smoked for months before I completely switched over to vaping. Though I did cut down drastically.

Just like bonskibon said, it's ok to be a dual user. Think of this way, one less cigarette! How many packs a day did you smoke?

Also Welcome, glad your here!

 

[Donnam5044]

I use to smoke 17 a day so one pack a day my brand sterling only had 17 in the box but just before I started vaping I had cut down to a 10 pack a day but this week I have only smoked 5 a day morning time is always worst for me but I guess that use to be the same for a lot of people.
Im making progress but I made myself a promise that when I get paid on monday I will not buy any packets of cigarettes so hopefully I can achieve that I will carry on with vaping and try and cut down smoking even more over the weekend then hopefully when Monday comes I will be ok and be able to just stick to the vaping

 

[leftyandsparky]

I use to smoke 17 a day so one pack a day my brand sterling only had 17 in the box but just before I started vaping I had cut down to a 10 pack a day but this week I have only smoked 5 a day morning time is always worst for me but I guess that use to be the same for a lot of people.
Im making progress but I made myself a promise that when I get paid on monday I will not buy any packets of cigarettes so hopefully I can achieve that I will carry on with vaping and try and cut down smoking even more over the weekend then hopefully when Monday comes I will be ok and be able to just stick to the vaping

Just take your time

 

[440BB]

Congratulations on giving vaping a chance! Even if you just cut your smoking down initially, you are already improving your health. Many here were or are "dual users", smoking a bit and vaping too. That is still a success.

I would suggest giving the esmart a try with the 24mg nic. It helps erase the cravings, or at least it did for my wife and I in the beginning. Good luck and welcome to ECF!

 

[Donnam5044]

Thank you I have put the 24 mg in and since doing that it seems alot better not had another craving yet so must be helping

 

[440BB]

I spent over six months at 24mg on a smaller device before dropping to 18mg for a year or so. I eventually settled at 8-9mg and it keeps me from picking up a pack.

Good news you are finding some successful tweaks to make your vape work for you! Welcome to the vaping world - a bit of fiddling here and there as you find your sweet spot!

 

[Donnam5044]

Thank you and well done on your stopping smoking Its so nice hearing everyons storys.

 

[dcfluegel]

howdy - and welcome! you are on the right path - one thing to keep in mind is that it is all about finding what works for you - and that quitting is a process, not a switch you flip... you can do this