Congratulations to alot of strong people in here.
I've had about 7 failed attempts to quit dipping over the past 8 months or so. I keep running into 3 big problems.
1- The initial first 3 days to a week without it isn't as difficult as I imagined it would be before I tried. I keep getting to about a week and think I can have another dip and just "re-quit". As awful as the 1st few days can be, the motivation is fresh during those days and it feels good to feel like your winning. The problems, for me, begin when the pain goes away and the motivation isn't as fresh, if that makes sense.
2- The other problem is that I just really, really love to dip. I know it's the addiction talking, but the thought of letting go of the dip feels like I'm losing a long-time friend. The dip was always the first to celebrate the good times with me and would never judge. Other than the fact that tobacco is trying to kill me, it feels like a good dog. I know that is completely irrational and must sound ridiculous.
3- I can't stay "regular" without the nicotine at first. The constipation might be worse of all the withdrawal symptoms, for me.
Anyway, I know it's tough, so congrats to you guys.