Replacing the feeling of vaping

[lyzpfaff]

I've set my quit date to be June 3rd and am looking for alternatives for the oral fixation of vaping. I'm planning on using nicotine gum, but I feel like I'm gonna miss the feeling of vaping more than anything.

I've seen ads on social media about vaping alternatives, but don't want something that will still generate a vapor. Has anyone purchased one of the (for lack of a better term) tubes that you can suck through to mimic the feeling? I'd like some reviews before I purchase one.

Thanks!

[carielleb]

I just recently bought a device from Capnos. I’m not affiliated with them in any way just a device I came across because I struggle with the oral fixation also. So I like it and it does help but you do have to get used to the pull on it. It has something in it to build pressure for the pull so it has a low toned pop sound and then you can inhale. There’s no battery or liquid, just a pressurized inhaler. I do like it has aromatic cotton like inserts. The smells are very clean and some are earthy. I do miss the sweetness of a vape so I’m researching to see if there are safe essential oils that can be used to satisfy that craving. I hope this helps!

[CommunityAdmin]

Welcome @lyzpfaff! My name is Quiana, and I am a part of the EX Team. Congratulations on your decision to quit! I wanted to reach out and personally welcome you to the EX Community! We are so excited you have joined us. This is a very supportive community so feel free to keep us all posted on your quit journey reach out and let us know if you need anything. You may find our Daily Pledge page helpful to make a commitment not to smoke on a day-by-day basis. Posting there will also bring visibility to your journey to others who take the pledge daily.

Please join our vaping group where there are more focused discussions on this topic.

Here are some articles that might be helpful as you prepare for your quit date: 

https://www.becomeanex.org/ex-resources/about-quitting/get-ready-to-quit/right-before-you-quit/

https://www.becomeanex.org/ex-resources/about-quitting/get-ready-to-quit/3-ways-to-get-your-support-...

Quiana, EX Team

[Barbscloud]

@lyzpfaff Welcome to the Ex.   I answered this yesterday, but it's gone. I know other's here who have used alternatives to replace vaping.  I'm glad someone responded.  But if you're already using the nicotine gum, there are other tools to use.  For example, I chewed on straws which occupied my mouth and my hands.   

Here some information to help with your quit.

https://www.becomeanex.org/guides/?cid=footer_community_linktobex

Stay busy and stay close.

Barb

PS  Just saw you posted another message.  I answered that one!