I started smoking cigarettes when I was 23. I tried quitting several times, including the nicotine patch, two different prescriptions for smoking cessation a total of 3 times. I smoked 2 packs of cigarettes every day for 18 years. I tried e-cigarettes a few years ago but the liquid would get into my mouth and they leaked and I always went back to analog cigarettes. A couple of years ago I finally, finally found the right combination for me. I love my vape. And I mean love. I started at a high (18mg) nicotine level but gradually dropped to 6mg and now zero. I vape daily and I love vaping. I honestly feel like I Never would have been able to quit without my e-cigarettes. Never! I had asthma, copd and a very difficult time walking any length of time. My Dr. Has me listed as a non smoker, copd-gone, asthma gone and walking whenever I want as long as I want and I no longer have to stop to catch my breath. In my opinion, e-cigarettes saved my life