I want to stop smoking! is nicorette (nicotine gum) gum a good way to quit?

It can work: The patch is probably better since you dont then have a new oral fixation to habituate.

Nicotine gum: is one option that can be very helpful. There are many options to help with smoking cessation to include medications such as Zyban, Chantix, nicotine gum & patches. Acupuncture & hypnosis are helpful. Being part of an organized program uses a variety of approaches. Check out: https://smokefree.gov/