I know this thread is a few months old, but Noleen's note today prompted me to chime in.
Quitting vaping is a great goal, and giving yourself a clear endpoint like "when my juice runs out" can help. Fifteen years is a long relationship with a device and a routine, so be gentle with yourself as you unwind those habits.
I quit smoking 20+ years ago and a couple of things helped that might carry over to vaping. I kept a full carton of cigarettes on top of my fridge the whole time. It sounds counterintuitive, but it reminded me I was choosing not to smoke—not just out of cigarettes. You could try keeping one vape device around (without using it) for the same psychological effect. I gave mine away a few months later, untouched.
I also used a simple mantra whenever cravings hit: "I will never smoke again." I repeated it until the wave passed. That absolute commitment, reinforced in the moment, got me through some rough patches.
A few vaping-specific tips:
- Identify your real triggers — After this long, some urges are automatic habit loops as well as nicotine dependence. Notice when you reach for it (stress, boredom, driving, with coffee) and plan alternatives.
- Replace the hand-to-mouth habit — This is often the hardest part. Toothpicks, gum, or even holding a pen can help bridge that gap.
- Change your routine — If you always vape with your morning coffee, switch to tea for a while. Break those automatic associations.
- Tell people your quit date — Social accountability can be surprisingly motivating.
You've got this, Alana! The fact that you're planning ahead shows you're serious about making it stick this time.