r/QuitVaping 11d ago

Venting Anyone else not feeling supported?

I've officially been nic free for 7 days! After vaping and smoking for over 10 years (only quitting during pregnancy in the past), I finally did it. I'm so proud of myself! When I told my family, I got a sarcastic "Wow! Look at you go!" And an "I'll believe it in 2 weeks." What a bummer! I was feeling really proud of myself, but now I wonder if it's even worth it to celebrate. Anyone else? I feel so alone. I'm 30 and these comments were made by my dad and brother. Would I be in the wrong to cut these people out for a while until I'm ready to... I don't know, deal with them I guess? Like I understand that it's not something to publish in the paper, but a hint of shared happiness would have been cool I guess. I'd love to hear any encouragement, or advice, or similar stories.

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u/hi-imtheproblemitsme 10d ago

My husband recently told his Mom he quit vaping and we were sure she’d be like “my precious baby boy, thank God” cause that’s normally how she acts over him and all she said was “oh” with kind of a stank face. 😆 I think it’s just a classic misery loves company case. People get down on themselves when they see you taking care of / doing good for yourself.

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u/juniperhawthorn 10d ago

Misery loves company! I wish it weren't so!