Okay, so, I’ve been trying to kick the smoking habit for a while now, and let me tell you, it’s tough. I tried patches, gum, the whole nine yards, but nothing really stuck. Then a buddy of mine suggested I try vaping, specifically with non-nicotine vape juice. At first, I was skeptical. I mean, wouldn’t it just be replacing one bad habit with another?
But I figured, hey, what do I have to lose? So, I started doing some digging. I wanted to know what this stuff was all about and how to get it. I went down a rabbit hole of articles and videos. This one said that even without nicotine, vaping could still mess with your blood vessels. It was a study by some researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine. On the other hand, I read that non-nicotine vapes could be less harmful than regular cigarettes. They said the flavor is better and it’s not as harsh on your throat. It was a lot of back-and-forth, you know?
I decided to go for it. The idea of a purer flavor and smoother throat hit was really appealing. Plus, maybe this could be a stepping stone to quitting altogether, right? So, I found a local vape shop. I walked in, feeling a little out of place, and started browsing. The guy behind the counter was super helpful. He showed me all sorts of devices, from the simple disposable ones to the fancier refillable ones.
- I picked out a simple, refillable vape.
- I asked for some non-nicotine vape juice, and wow, there were so many flavors!
- Ended up getting a bottle of mango-flavored juice, it smelled delicious.
Got home, filled up the vape, and took my first puff. Honestly, it was pretty good! The mango flavor was strong and it didn’t feel harsh at all. It was definitely different from smoking a cigarette, but in a good way. I used it for a few weeks, and I have to say, it did help me cut down on cigarettes. It satisfied that oral fixation, you know? And it was kind of fun trying out different flavors. I even tried a blueberry one after the mango.
My conclusion
Now, I’m not saying this is a miracle solution, but it definitely helped me. I’m not completely off cigarettes yet, but I’m smoking way less than before. I’m still using the non-nicotine vape, and it’s been a good tool in my journey to quit smoking. It’s all about finding what works for you, and for me, this is it. At least for now. I’m feeling hopeful that I can finally ditch the smokes for good. One step at a time, right?
