I smoked cigarettes for over 32 years. During the last 10 years of my smoking habit. I tried Wellbutrin, nicotine patches, gums, smoking cessation programs that included a combination of nicotine replacement and phone/internet counseling/support. None of these worked for me. I always returned to smoking cigarettes in a short time. Out of frustration and desperation, I decided to look for other alternatives. During my search, I found the electronic cigarette. From my in-depth research it showed promise to me. Besides, I was desperate to try anything at that point. I searched for a store that was local to me that carried them because I didn’t want to buy them from the internet. To my surprise, I found a retail store locally. From that day 2 1/2 years ago, i have not had one cigarette!!! I don’t stink, my car don’t stink, and I can breathe better than ever!! I used to get a cold/upper respiratory infection twice a year but I have yet to even have a sniffle since. I believe my quality of life has gotten better also. For instance, I don’t get the nervous craving and irritability when I go to a movie, sporting event, functions for my children that last for hours that i had when I smoked cigarettes. I don’t feel like I have a ball&chain anymore. I feel so free now(there has to be something else in tobacco cigarettes that causes the irresistibly strong cravings). I have reduced my nicotine level down to 6mg now and couldn’t be happier with my decision to start using the electronic cigarette. The downside to quitting cigarettes is that the smell of them is now repulsive and unfortunately I get stuck into the smoking section if I want to vape (which, most of the time I will just wait until I can vape in privacy without having gag on the cigarette smoke). I feel like switching from smoking to vaping has not only changed my life for the better, but it has also saved my life!!!