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OMG! Look at What the Chinese are Marketing to Our Kids...
I just learned from WIRED about the newest ways the Chinese have developed vape devices to make them stand out to our youth. They offer...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Jul 10, 20242 min read


HOW TO QUIT E-CIGARETTES
Once vapers decide to quit nicotine most are astonished to discover it is not the “walk in the park” they assumed it would be. In fact,...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Jun 25, 20242 min read


Smoking Cessation Aids
Most people who want to stop vaping or smoking are looking for something to help them quit. They initially search for products such as...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Jun 10, 20244 min read


Why Can't I Stay Quit for Good?
Most products and services to help you quit nicotine offer a way to “start small’ through replacements, such as the nicotine patch or...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
May 27, 20243 min read


Personalized Strategies for Quitting Vaping: What Works for You
Personalized Strategies for Quitting Vaping: What Works for You
Carol Williard van Ginkel
May 22, 20243 min read


Online Programs for Quitting Nicotine: What They Can and Can’t Do
When shopping for a way to stop smoking or vaping most folks at first go for the easy fix that promises to get rid of the cravings and...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
May 10, 20244 min read


Navigating the First 90 Days: Tips for a Vape-Free Lifestyle
Navigating the First 90 Days: Tips for a Vape-Free Lifestyle
Carol Williard van Ginkel
May 7, 20243 min read


What is the Most Effective Platform to Quit Vaping or Smoking?
Most folks initially look for what I call the “quick fix” strategy for stopping smoking or vaping. They come to realize they have a...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
May 3, 20242 min read


How to Successfully Quit Smoking or Vaping for Good
How many times have you, or someone you love, stopped smoking or vaping only to return demoralized, even more dependent on nicotine, and...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Apr 22, 20242 min read


Understanding Vaping Addiction: Signs and Symptoms to Look Out For
The rise of vaping as a perceived safer alternative to smoking has swept across the globe, bringing with it a new wave of nicotine...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Apr 9, 20243 min read


Nicotine Replacement Therapy – A Big FAT Myth
For those who smoke or vape and are looking for a cure from their dependency on the nicotine in cigarettes and e-cigarettes, I have some...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Mar 29, 20242 min read


The Role of Online Support in Quitting Vaping Successfully
In today's digital era, the journey to quit vaping is no longer a solitary endeavor. Online support has revolutionized the way...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Mar 23, 20243 min read


Cold Turkey – The Big BUGABOO!
Most people cringe at the thought of quitting smoking or vaping cold turkey. I get it. Now an ex-smoker, I too tried quitting every way...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Mar 12, 20242 min read


Nicotine Withdrawal - What it Is and What it Isn’t
Many individuals grappling with the desire to quit smoking or vaping find themselves ensnared in a perplexing dilemma: the fear of nicotine
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Mar 12, 20243 min read


The Science Behind Quitting Vaping Part 2: Understanding the Process
The journey to quit vaping is more than a decision; it's a complex process influenced by a variety of factors. At Choose a Vapefree Life,...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Mar 7, 20243 min read


The Role of Online Support in Quitting Vaping Successfully
The digital age has revolutionized the approach to quitting vaping, offering a plethora of online support mechanisms. Choose a Vapefree...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Feb 17, 20243 min read


Overcoming Addiction: Insights and Steps Towards a Healthier Life
I have heard it said that you can’t solve the problem with the same mind that created it. That is why we all need support when it comes...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Feb 8, 20242 min read


The Science Behind Quitting Vaping Part 1: Understanding the Process
Understanding vaping addiction requires a deep dive into the science of nicotine dependency. At Choose a Smoke/Vapefree Life we explore...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Feb 7, 20242 min read


Please, Help Me Quit Vaping.
This is the sentence that can help the addicted vaper save their own life with support from programs like mine. As a vaping addict, we...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Jan 23, 20242 min read


Vaping Risks and Comparisons to Smoking: A Comprehensive Analysis
It appears that vaping rates are displacing smoking rates, and many smokers are turning to vapes as a “healthier alternative.” Many over...
Carol Williard van Ginkel
Jan 22, 20243 min read
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