Can You Have Too Much Quit?

In a previous post, I talked about the many ways people can get their daily dose of quit. I’m passionate about my own quit, and by extension the quits of others, but I also realize that my approach is not for everyone.

One thing I’ve noticed over the years is that many people reach a major milestone and then gradually disappear from the community. Does that mean they’re cured? Or does it simply mean they’ve gotten what they needed from the support group and moved on?

I can say with a fair amount of certainty that addiction doesn’t work that way. That doesn’t mean everyone who steps away goes back to nicotine, but I don’t believe any of us are ever truly “cured.” For me, showing up regularly, checking in, and staying engaged helps keep my quit strong. So that’s exactly what I do.

I’ve also heard people say, “The only time I think about dip is when I’m on the site.” That line of thinking often leads people to distance themselves from the very support system that helped them quit in the first place.

Again, everyone is different, but my perspective is simple: I want to remember.

I want to remember how difficult quitting was. I want to remember the cravings, the excuses, and the lies addiction told me. I never want to forget where I came from because forgetting can lead to complacency.

I’m an addict, and I know it.

No matter how much time I have quit, I’m still one bad decision away from being right back where I started. That’s why staying connected to a quit community matters to me. It helps keep things in perspective and serves as a reminder of what’s at stake.

Some people prefer to keep their quit separate from the rest of their lives, and that’s completely understandable. There’s no right or wrong way to approach recovery. For me, though, my quit is part of who I am. My family, friends, and the people around me know I’m quit. They know it’s something I care deeply about because it changed my life.

I understand that level of involvement isn’t for everyone. But I’ve learned that the habits and support systems that helped me quit are the same ones that help me stay quit. If something is working, I’m not eager to abandon it.

So, can you have too much quit?

For me, the answer is simple:

Absolutely not.