How to Quit Smoking
Think about if you want to quit smoking., Determine why you want to quit., Be prepared for nicotine-withdrawal symptoms.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Think about if you want to quit smoking.
Nicotine is incredibly addictive and it will take determination to quit.
Ask yourself if a life without smoking is more appealing than continuing your life as a smoker.If the answer is yes, have a clear reason for wanting to quit.
This way, when abstaining becomes difficult you can be clear about your very important reason to quit.
Consider how smoking affects these areas of your life: your health, your appearance, your lifestyle, and your loved ones.Ask yourself if these areas would benefit from you quitting. -
Step 2: Determine why you want to quit.
Make a list of all the reasons why you want to quit.
This will help you become clear about your decision to quit.
You'll want to refer to this list later, if you're tempted to smoke.
For example, your list might say something like:
I want to quit smoking so I can run and keep up with my son during soccer practice, have more energy, be alive to see my youngest grandchild get married, or save money. , Cigarettes are highly effective at delivering nicotine throughout your body.When you stop smoking, you might experience increased cravings, anxiety, depression, headaches, feeling tense or restless, increased appetite and weight gain, and problems concentrating.Realize that it may take more than one attempt to stop smoking.
About 45 million Americans use some form of nicotine, and only 5 percent of users are able to quit during their first attempt. -
Step 3: Be prepared for nicotine-withdrawal symptoms.
Detailed Guide
Nicotine is incredibly addictive and it will take determination to quit.
Ask yourself if a life without smoking is more appealing than continuing your life as a smoker.If the answer is yes, have a clear reason for wanting to quit.
This way, when abstaining becomes difficult you can be clear about your very important reason to quit.
Consider how smoking affects these areas of your life: your health, your appearance, your lifestyle, and your loved ones.Ask yourself if these areas would benefit from you quitting.
Make a list of all the reasons why you want to quit.
This will help you become clear about your decision to quit.
You'll want to refer to this list later, if you're tempted to smoke.
For example, your list might say something like:
I want to quit smoking so I can run and keep up with my son during soccer practice, have more energy, be alive to see my youngest grandchild get married, or save money. , Cigarettes are highly effective at delivering nicotine throughout your body.When you stop smoking, you might experience increased cravings, anxiety, depression, headaches, feeling tense or restless, increased appetite and weight gain, and problems concentrating.Realize that it may take more than one attempt to stop smoking.
About 45 million Americans use some form of nicotine, and only 5 percent of users are able to quit during their first attempt.
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