More Ideas On How To Stop Smoking
Believe in yourself. Commit. You can do it. You can quit smoking. There are so many how to stop smoking tips out there and you’ve probably heard a lot of them. The key is finding one that actually works for you. You have to be motivated. Believe in yourself. Know that you can do this. It’s within your grasp. If you’re hardcore, quit cold turkey. If you can’t do that, try to not have another cigarette for the rest of today. Just focus on not having the next one. Keep focusing on it.
Accountability
Get an accountability partner. Get someone who is in the same position as you and that you can report to whenever you have a cigarette or a craving. Maybe try a to have contests with this person to see who can go longer.
Remind yourself
Remind yourself how bad the habit is. Tell yourself that you don’t need it. Post up literature around your house telling you the benefits of quitting. Maybe, if you have a strong stomach, look up pictures of tar charred lungs. Start the day with a smoking fact. Maybe start your day with a Truth campaign advertisement on Youtube.
Replace
Replace the cigarette with Jolly Ranchers, or maybe a cinnamon stick, or perhaps some licorice; something you like the taste of to reward your hard work. If these don’t work, perhaps try a nicotine gum, or a Nicorette Mini Lozenge. When you have a craving, perhaps try going outside and going on a nice jog or walk, or watching a movie. Do something to keep your mind off of the craving, but make sure that that thing doesn’t become an addiction in and of itself.
Keep track
Keep track of how good you’re doing. Reward yourself when you’re doing particularly well. There are iPhone apps dedicated to stopping smoking and the Nintendo DS has “My Stop Smoking Coach.” Perhaps one of these more unconventional ways of quitting could help you to stop.
All in all, there are so many resources for smokers to help you stop. Many people like the patches. Many people have their own methods. It’s important to find that method that works for you. Get up and remind yourself why you’re doing this. Keep the health benefits in mind all the time and have people there for you to encourage you. Don’t give up! You can do this. Stop smoking and then help others learn how to stop smoking.