So I've been a week on zyban, I noticed that I started using my vape as a crotch to pacify my anxious desire to remove myself from a location and situation.
The vape and smoking fulfilled the empty parts, the times that I used to use for self reflection.
Where I'm at...
My desire for coffee and nicotine is non existent, the action of smoking is my demon.
I have removed the vape completely from the equation, I enjoy the flavour too much for me to successfully beat the habit.
I am learning techniques and tools to manage the anxiety I am experiencing such as, aromatherapy, deep breathing, minimising my coffee intake. (Just enough to reduce the withdrawal symptoms from caffeine)
Journalling when I can, a space to self reflect and ground myself.
Not having a cigarette as soon as I get out of bed.
Changing routines.
And keep active, never allow myself get "bored"
I'm down to 6 cigarettes from 20-15 per day.
I'm allowing myself to take one step at a time, nurture the journey and form new habits.