A Four Step Program To Help You Quit Smoking
A Four Step Program To Help You Quit Smoking. The first step is the biggest one when it concerns quitting smoking. This decision can only be taken if the smoker has decided that this is what they truly want to do.
That means that they are not quitting because of a lover, partner, or family member who complains about their smoking. The smoker must have the motivation to quit.
If that is there they can easily set themselves up a four step program to quit. The most important of these steps is the first one; making the decision to stop. It does not matter which reason inspires you.
It can be because you are dissatisfied with the smells on your clothes, the burn marks on your upholstery, the health risks, the feeling of being the only one or even that you want to save some extra money and you spend too much on your cigarette habit. Whatever your motivation, hold on to it and it will help you with the struggle of quitting.
Once you have decided on why to stop pick a time to stop and stick to it. This second step is also very important. As the date you have picked approaches do not pull back.
Shifting the date because you are not sure you are ready to quit could be the end of your ability to quit. It is better to stop on your chosen date and fail to quit smoking that time then to put if off.
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The gum is not to be used for more than 6 months and works best when used with a program. Do not swallow the gum or use more than 30 pieces a day.
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Remember that many smokers quit four times before they are successful. This does not mean you will not be successful on your first try. It mean that if you are not you should not became disheartened.
You will succeed eventually. The next step after setting your day to stop is to put together a plan on how you will keep to your goal.
It needs not be an elaborate plan just enough steps to help you through the early difficult weeks. You may decide to go to your health care provider to get a prescription for an aid to help you stop.
This could include the patch, nicotine inhalers or sprays or the anti-depressant that is having some positive results for those trying to quit smoking.
Other alternatives for things to look into include acupuncture, yoga to help you relax, support groups for smokers or taking a short vacation to alleviate the stress from your workplace.
Whatever you think will work for you is the plan to follow. There is not one correct approach to quitting smoking.
Each individual will have to follow their own plan.
Quick Facts About How To Quit Smoking.
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The final step once you have quit is to stay away from smoking for the rest of your life. This may be as difficult as the initial quitting was. There will be temptations along your path to being smoke free.
Others you know may still smoke, these could include close friends, co-workers, family or your life partner.
You will need their help and understanding to allow you to still be with them but not to restart smoking. Being strong will be your biggest challenge!
Latest Stop Smoking News
09/06/2008
Smoking caused 13,544 deaths so far this year (Arab News)
JEDDAH: Cigarette smoking was the main reason behind the death of 3.38 million people worldwide, including 13,544 in Saudi Arabia this year, according to statistics published by the Saudi Charitable Society to Combat Smoking on its website.
Smoking caused 13,544 deaths so far this year (Arab News)
09/02/2008
Boxing champion James Oyebola shot dead at nightclub 'after asking group of men to stop smoking', court hears (Daily Mail)
A former British boxing champion was shot dead at a Fulham club after asking a group of men to stop smoking, the Old Bailey heard today.
Boxing champion James Oyebola shot dead at nightclub 'after asking group of men to stop smoking', court hears (Daily Mail)
09/06/2008
Quitting Time: A Look at Smoking and Preventing Diabetes and Heart Disease (Carteret County News-Times)
(ARA) - It's well known that smoking causes cancer. But did you know that smoking may also raise your risk for type 2 diabetes? Or that it's a major factor in nearly half of heart attacks? It's never easy to stop smoking, but millions of people have quit - and you can, too.
Quitting Time: A Look at Smoking and Preventing Diabetes and Heart Disease (Carteret County News-Times)
09/06/2008
Smoking caused 13,544 deaths so far this year (Arab News)
JEDDAH: Cigarette smoking was the main reason behind the death of 3.38 million people worldwide, including 13,544 in Saudi Arabia this year, according to statistics published by the Saudi Charitable Society to Combat Smoking on its website.
Smoking caused 13,544 deaths so far this year (Arab News)
09/06/2008
War Against Smoking Begins (BruDirect.com)
Bandar Seri Begawan - Various authorities are joining forces to curb the negative effects of tobbacco use in Brunei, in ensuring the effective enforcement of the Tobacco Order.
War Against Smoking Begins (BruDirect.com)
09/02/2008
Boxing champion James Oyebola shot dead at nightclub 'after asking group of men to stop smoking', court hears (Daily Mail)
A former British boxing champion was shot dead at a Fulham club after asking a group of men to stop smoking, the Old Bailey heard today.
Boxing champion James Oyebola shot dead at nightclub 'after asking group of men to stop smoking', court hears (Daily Mail)
09/05/2008
Going Underground: New Tool to Stop Tunnel Disasters? (Fox News)
The Department of Homeland Security has a plan to stop fiery wrecks and chemical attacks from killing hundreds in the nation's subway tunnels.
Going Underground: New Tool to Stop Tunnel Disasters? (Fox News)
09/03/2008
World's First Online Hypnotherapy Clinic for Instant Stop Smoking Cure (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
The battle against tobacco goes high tech this week, with the launch of an exciting and innovative new virtual quit-smoking clinic.
World's First Online Hypnotherapy Clinic for Instant Stop Smoking Cure (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)
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