20 tips for quitting smoking





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Find your reason for quitting

Everyone is different, so it’s important to find the motivation that will drive you to succeed. Are you quitting for your health? To save money? Or is it to stop exposing your kids to second-hand smoke? There’s bound to be one reason that’s more important than all the others that will help you stick to your plan.




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Make a list of challenges and solutions

Create a list of the challenges you are likely to face once you’ve stopped smoking, like an increase in appetite. Then, for each challenge, write down a solution, or a way to deal with it. In this case, having healthy snacks on hand could be a good solution.




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Consider nicotine replacement therapy





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Plan other ways to unwind





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Get cleaning

Once you’ve stopped smoking, make sure to clear your environment of anything that smells like smoke or reminds you of that familiar smell. Get rid of ashtrays and lighters, and clean your carpets, curtains, and clothes.




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Create a bank of smoking replacement ideas





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Put away the money you save on cigarettes





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Don’t forget: you’re getting healthier by the minute





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Switch up your everyday habits





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Don’t try to diet while you quit





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Take up meditation

Whether you decide to attend guided sessions or simply take a few minutes to centre yourself in the morning, meditation can help you handle some of the psychological effects of making such a huge life change.




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Set a new challenge for yourself

To take your mind off your cravings, find a new hobby or set a new goal for yourself. Have you always wanted to get into photography? Now is the time. Thinking of trying martial arts? Sign up for a class. Start working toward new goals to steer your attention away from (not) smoking.




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Tell your friends and family you’re quitting

You’ll need their support. Lean on them and tell them how you feel instead of keeping your emotions bottled up. They’ll also happily celebrate your successes and achievements with you!




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Ask successful quitters about their experience

They might have tips and tricks that you hadn’t thought of. It’ll also help keep you motivated to know that other people around you have tried and succeeded in quitting smoking.




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Get plenty of sleep

Being tired can trigger you to smoke, so make sure you’re getting enough sleep. Feeling awake and alert also makes it easier not to give into cravings (nicotine, food) and stay motivated throughout the day.




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Keep trying until you succeed





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