caffein problem should be adressed first as it's a strong trigger for nicotine, and withdrawal simptoms are not as brutal. Increase exercise and water intake in small daily increments. Habitrol program greatly increases chance of sucess in quiting smoking. Use the whole program, not just the patch. Nicotine withdrawal symtoms are severe and incapacitating for the first 3 - 10 days even with replacement therapy and can continue to a lesser degree for many months. long term support from friends is very helpfull, but when all is said and done it's up to the individual. I try to focus on the positive and not make it a black and white issue. Meditation and other relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, massage, visualization, etc. are great tools. I'm a smoker, but I am on the path of quiting totally.
dan