I smoked on and off for 39 years. I smoked the same brand but decreased the amount of nicotine whenever the brand came out with a lower tar and nicotine line. I quit about 5 times for 1-4 years. The first time was cold turkey using cinnamon candy when I was pregnant and quit for approximate 1 year. The next time was with nicotine gum and chewing on straws. This time lasted 2 years. Another time with the nicotine patches which lasted approx 4 years. I once quit smoking by using Wellbutrin and stopped for approx 1 year. Last time was for approx 4 years using the gum again. I tried an electronic cigarette approx 4 years ago when they first came out but it was not a good brand (lost battery power, wouldn’t hold charge, charger took a long time, did not have a spare, etc) plus I was not as committed. I figured out what I need for my personality which is the something in the hand and some semblance of smoke (vapor) coming out of my mouth when I breathe deeply to relax. About 6 weeks ago I tried a flavored disposable e-cig and really liked it. I bought different brands to trial. None lasted as long as they said but I was determined. I researched many different styles on line and checked out e-cig forums. I checked reviews and watched U-tube videos. Finally I went into a vape shop and looked at everything and tried different styles. I found what fit my needs and switched immediately and have not had a regular cigarette since then. I then ordered a brand online that got high reviews for the things I wanted. I use two brands now. I use the eGo-t with tank system and a Halo Triton with tank system. I prefer the gourmet flavors from Triton. I started out with an 18mg/ml nicotine level which was too strong and changed to 11mg/ml. The important things for me were long battery life,ease of charging the batteries and lots of smoke (I like to blow smoke). To be successful I have 4 batteries and keep about 5 tanks ready. I have not wanted to have a regular cigarette and even get repulsed by the thought of inhaling the smoke. Changes I have noted are many. My car smells better. I do not have cigarette breath, clothes no longer have to be aired out, I can have a vape when my grandson is around if I feel a desire for one, no ashtrays or butts to pick up and discard. I do not have to have multiple windows open in the car when I vape which keeps my friends from blowing away. The biggest change is that I feel healthier and definitely do not wheeze like I was doing before switching. That was exactly 1 month ago today. My goal is to get to zero nicotine but I do not see myself giving up the vaping. I enjoy it.