I was a smoker for over 10 years at a full pack a day. I tried to quit over 5 times using various techniques (patch, cold turkey, gum). In the end, I ALWAYS went back. After seeing a co-worker quit smoking using her electronic cigarette, I thought it was worth a try. I now, have been on my electronic cigarette for over a year and have NOT touched a regular one. I have noticed a HUGE money saver, I don’t smell, my kids don’t complain and I seem to manage myself more. I have also noticed I can run for a longer period of time, without feeling breathless as well as my speed has increased. I started at 12mg of nicotine … one year later I now combine a 6mg and a 0mg to create a 3mg of nicotine. Eventually, I will be down to 0mg completely. The smell of regular cigarettes really stand out to me now, and I always get a headache if I smell it for to long now. I have noticed NOTHING but positive things since I switched to an electronic cigarette. When I see smokers, I always suggest them try and switch. I actually convinced a neighbor of mine to try it, and now that’s all he uses. I couldn’t be more happy with the turn out of switching to an electronic cigarette and would suggest it to anyone who is currently a smoker.