Quitting Story: My 30-Day vape Challenge
When I first heard about the VApril Challenge, I wasn’t sure it was for me. I’d been smoking for nearly 12 years, tried quitting more times than I could count, and vaping honestly felt like a gimmick. But after a few friends shared their success stories, I figured — why not give it 30 days?
This is my real story as a UK smoker who joined the VApril quitting challenge in 2025 and switched to vaping for a month. Spoiler: it didn’t just change my habit — it changed my life.
Week 1: Breaking the cycle
The first few days were rough. I’d picked up a refillable pod system with 20mg nic salts in tobacco flavour to keep things familiar. The cravings hit hard around the usual times — morning coffee, after meals, and during work breaks. But I reminded myself: this is a challenge, not a lifetime sentence. Just 30 days.
By day 4, I’d stopped reaching for lighters out of habit. I still wanted a cigarette, but the vape took the edge off. The best part? No ashtray smell on my clothes.
✅ Tip:
If you’re just starting, go with a vape flavour close to what you’re used to — tobacco or menthol made the switch easier for me.
Week 2: The turning point
By the second week, I noticed something weird — I wasn’t coughing in the mornings. My breathing felt lighter, and I could actually walk to the train station without wheezing. For the first time in years, I started to believe I could really quit.
I started experimenting with fruitier flavours like watermelon ice and pink lemonade. It made vaping feel less like a replacement and more like a choice.
What changed in Week 2:
- Cravings dropped significantly
- Sense of smell started to return
- My partner (a non-smoker) stopped complaining about the smell
Week 3: Confidence builds
By week 3, I had a rhythm. Morning vape with coffee. Quick puff after lunch. No more smoke breaks, just air breaks. I didn’t even miss smoking — I missed the habit. But vaping filled that gap without the guilt.
I even skipped vaping for a few hours at a time without panic. For someone who used to smoke a pack a day, that was a huge deal.
Week 4: Reflection and results
Day 30 came faster than I expected. I hadn’t had a single cigarette. My skin looked clearer, my energy was up, and I didn’t smell like stale tobacco anymore.
Key takeaways after 30 days:
- Vaping made quitting possible — and manageable
- Having the right device and flavours made all the difference
- Support from friends and tracking my progress helped keep me going
Would I recommend the VApril Challenge?
Absolutely. If you’re even slightly thinking about quitting smoking, this is your sign. Don’t overthink it. Get a vape starter kit, pick a flavour that feels right, and just give it 30 days. You might surprise yourself — I know I did.
What I used during my challenge:
- Device: Vaporesso XROS 3 Mini
- E-liquid: 20mg nicotine salts (tobacco, then fruit)
- Flavours I loved: Pink Lemonade, Blueberry Ice, and good ol’ Tobacco Classic
Final thoughts
Quitting cigarettes doesn’t have to mean going cold turkey or suffering through withdrawals. For me, the VApril Challenge gave structure, purpose, and just enough motivation to finally break free from smoking. I’m not saying it was easy — but it was worth it.
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