whats the best gum or patch

[jimgreg]

whats the best to use to get off?? i cant use the Chiantis..it killed my tummy..so im wanting to stop bad!! i been cutting back from 2 packs aday...down to 25 aday weening down till i can get whats going to help me..thanks alot  james

[elwoodsf]

What works best for me is the patch. Kathy Jo is correct about the gum and becoming addicted to the gum. I know many people who are. I also followed Kathy Jo's advise about checking out whyquit.com. Really opened my eyes and great information/articles posted. I encourage you to go there.

Congratulations on joining the forum. I'm happy for you that you've made the decision to quit smoking. Give yourself a pat on the back. When I quit 18 days ago (newbee) I had to find out what my motivation to quit is. Being the visual person I am I posted it to a binder that I carry around all day. I only have to stay away from smoking today. I try not to worry about tomorrow of the next day. All life is giving me is today, from sun up to the time I lay my head on the pillow. Of course I get all excited that I have another day. We should celebrate our accomplishments.

I'm so glad you are here and there are so many people here to support you. Keep posting and stick around. Welcome and best of luck to you ~ Sherry

[kathyjo]

Between the two, I'd say to use the patch. A lot of people get addicted to the gum but I have never heard of anyone that is still wearing the patch years later.
Before you begin, you have to prepare yourself mentally & emotionally for what you are about to do. Read the articles at whyquitdotcom and read the archived on this forum too. They are even searchable so if you want support in a specific area you can use it.
Figuring out why we smoke is the key to quitting so once you understand, you can better prepare yourself. If you want it badly enough, then you will do it : )
Good luck!
Kathy Jo