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Success Tips for Quitting Smoking
Success Tips for Quitting Smoking There are some tried and true tips that have been found
helpful to pass around. The first week or two of quitting is intense, and will put you through the ringer. You will
need to be well prepared. Here are some tips to help you ease some of the difficulties you will be facing. Managing
the Nicotine withdrawals: Make no mistake about it cigarette-smoking leads to nicotine addiction. When you quit
smoking, you will experience nicotine withdrawal. The cravings will be intense and you will need to have extreme
will power to overcome them and not give in to having a cigarette. There are a few tips that other quitters before
you have used and been successful at: Using nicotine patches Using nicotine inhalers Having gum, hard candy,
toothpicks on hand Educate yourself about what to expect before your start date, so that you can be well prepared
with distractions. Gather a support group made up of family, friends and co-workers who can be positive and
uplifting of you during your first few days, especially. If you are not already in a exercise program, ask the
advice of your healthcare professional. Physically exerting yourself is one way to keep your mind off the
cigarettes. Remember that, the cigarette is not your friend and will trip you up if it can. Stay clear of all
things that remind you of them. Ask for help when dealing with cravings. There are many educational programs set up
to assist you in becoming aware of what nicotine can do to your body. Addressing the issues can help to bring home
many of the ideas discussed in the educational programs. Keep a file of pictures depicting all the things that
tobacco does to our aging bodies. Re-examine those pictures each time you feel that the cravings are getting the
better of you. Health magazines are good sources of articles and illustrations of the consequences of smoking.
There is no need to go it alone. Enlist the support of family members, friends and even co-workers to assist you in
staying strong when cravings start to get the better of you. There are other support groups set up by community or
medical organizations. there are quite a few Websites devoted to supporting those who are going through nicotine
withdrawal. There are even forums where persons can gather from all over the world to discuss their battles with
smoking. Seeking advice from others who have been there and have survived will be of great help because they can
share what worked for them and help you to stay strong. It takes time to undo years of conditioning. Give yourself
a break. Listen to your body and watch for signals that you may be weakening. Don't be afraid to admit to weakness.
Only when you admit your weaknesses can others step in and offer their assistance. Be an advocate for smokers in
work environments to create a smoke-free rest room, or other place like a break-room where you can go to de-stress
or have some quiet time to regroup without being subjected to those who are continuing to smoke.
Drug To Stop Smoking 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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