In the last post about how to quit smoking we talked about some of the basic facts and about doing a personal analysis to help you get started. In this issue we are going to go over few tips and suggestions that will help you stay on track while you are trying to kick the habit!
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So you have made it this far and you really want to quit smoking!
Quitting the smoking is a desire that many chain smokers wish would come true. Unfortunately it is not as easy as making a simple wish. However, it is often possible using the following tips and suggestions:
Have self-confidence: If you can believe in yourself then you have already won half of the battle. On bad days try to focus on days when you demonstrated strong willpower. To help boost your spirits and stay on track. If you are having trouble quitting cold turkey, try cutting down on your smoking a little at a time instead. Think about how smoking is eating up your body and then focus on the reasons you want to quit. Remind yourself that when you quit smoking you will feel better and increase your lifespan.
Think about how happy your family will be when you quit.
Add up all of the money you will save when you quit smoking. When
you are feeling down dream about how you are going to spend it. Remind yourself how nice it will be when your friends who hate smoking find out you quit.
Don't panic: At first you may behave illogically and find that you will be restless and irritable. During those times keep in mind your friends and family are there to help you out . Ask them to be patient and understanding with you and give you support.
Exercise: This will allow you to relieve tension and will help you
to stay on track. You could start walking, jogging or join a gym. You will be amazed at how much better you will fell after a short strolls and some fresh air. Don't take on too much the beginning stages because you
may feel fatigued when you first quit smoking. Be sure that you talk to your doctor before beginning any exercise routine. Deep breathing is great to relieve stress as well. Try it for 3 to 5 minutes every day. Picture the times that you've refused a cigarette offered by someone and remember how proud of yourself you were.
If you are comfortable quitting cold turkey then go for it if not then take some time and plan to gradually cut down on the number of cigarettes you will have each day until you reach your goal and quit for good!
Keep changing your brands. This way you will stop enjoying smoking.
Search for a friend to quit with. That way you can motivate each other.
Experience the pride in your clean teeth and fresh breath that isn't possible with a smoking habit.
Make sure that you drink plenty of water every day. It will help to
flush all harmful chemicals out of your body. Did you know that it helps to reduce your craving for cigarettes?
Try to avoid all of the triggers that cause you want a cigarettes like: stress, work load, a certain drink or perhaps a certain habits that you do every day that involve smoking . In the beginning keep your mouth busy with things like hard candy, chewing gum or breath mints.
Plan your journey all the way to the day that you quit for good.Reward yourself over the passage of time. For instance after two weeks of being a non smoker, plan to see a movie. After continuing the
battle for one month go to your favorite restaurant and so on. Above all remember quitting is a process and you may have good days and bad days. The most important thing to remember is to never give up until you win the battle!
Make sure you look for your next post soon. We will be talking more about the advantages and side effects associated with quitting.
Until then,
Farewell from Linda Baade
mequitsmoking@ymail.com
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