What is a good way to stop smoking?
I have been trying to quit smoking for the last three months. But whenever I’m not very busy doing something I have the erge to smoke. Also, when I at work, some of my co worker know that I am trying to quit and they make things worse because that start asking whether I have had a cigarrette. The fact that they even mentioned it makes me want a cigarette, so I end of lapsing. I don’t want to use the patch or any drugs that help to stop smoking. And I really don’t crave the nicotine. It’s really a habit. For instance, when I get in the car, I am use to lighting a cigarrette. So, I do. I’ve tried chewing gum and that works only a short while. To add on, I am trying to loose weight as well. One day, I did ok, but I craved chocolate and sugar all day long. I ate all day long, too. What else can I do? Not to mention, I have asthma, as well.
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Good for you! I’m glad you’ve made that decision. I’ve been through the same thing and have been smoke-free for 14 years now.
Drink loads of water. That will help the urges when you’re not busy. Yeah, that will put you in the bathroom a lot, of course, but that’s better than smoking.
It’s obvious that your coworkers are not supportive of your efforts to stop, so don’t pay attention to their questions and comments about smoking or just ask them to not talk about it when they are around you. If they have any respect for you then they will comply. If it’s possible, walk away from them.
I’ve found that sucking on cinnamon sticks helps for that oral fixation. That would also be a good idea to have on hand in your car.
For some people it’s best to work on just one thing at a time. Maybe you need to work on stopping smoking first and then concentrate on weight loss second. Do you know of somebody who is supportive of this decision? If you do, then ask that person if he/she would be available to talk to if you get the urge again.
One more thing, walking is the best way to stop that urge. Plus it is also in your attitude. You want it bad enough, then you need to be willing to do what’s necessary.
Good luck! I’ll be praying that you will be successful in this.
Don’t start.
I recommend the Nicorate patches, or gum. They have helped some friends stop. Step one will probably take 2 weeks, and then the length shortens for step 2 and 3. ^_^
Stop buying cigarettes. And I’m not trying to be sarcastic or rude or anything, either. But when I was REALLY broke and couldn’t afford cigarettes anymore, I ended up quitting. Just knowing that there are no cigarettes to smoke, even if you do have a craving, does wonders. Good luck!
The nicotine is a physical addiction – the need to have something in your hand is a psychological one. Some find that gum works, others try mint- or cinnamon-flavored toothpicks, pretzel sticks, celery or carrot sticks, etc. You may find mixing things up (don’t use gum every time, for example) will help you not get bored with an option.
As far as the nicotine addition, I understand that potassium can help with that. When my mom looked into quitting, she was told broccoli, cauliflower, and bananas would good for the nicotine withdrawal, for their potassium content.
As for your co-workers, tell them to go fly a kite. They may mean well, but they are NOT helping you, and you need to tell them they are setting back your progress. When you get stressed (often something that triggers the "need" for a smoke) – go for a walk, meditate, or something else.
Good luck!
I have started to stop smoking myself. I am only smoking 10 cigs. a day. Next week it will be 5. The following week it will be 0.
The reason I am going this route is for my husbands sake. When I feel like having a cig. I instead have a lemon drop or hard mint. Good Luck
Try Lollipops, it has something to do with having something in your hand, and the puffing/breathing. Also, take deeper and longer breaths without a cigarette (like smelling the flowers), and then exhale (like you were blowing out the candles). In long meetings at work, I have torn off a small piece of paper and rolled it into a cigarette shape and just held it between my fingers. Best of luck.
i have been smoking since i was 15, I’m 33 now. i was 32 when i quit, the way to quit depends on the person. i have tried the gum, and the patch. and even zyban. that’s a prescription, it works to an extent, but it can be dangerous, if its abused. even after 6 months of being smoke free i still had the cravings, and started again. this was when i was 26, i finally got mad at myself enough and i finally quit cold turkey. if you do try that the first 3 days are the hardest. to curb your cravings, alot of people use food. if you go that route, try either gummie bears or baby carrots. they are less fattening.
good luck. hope that helps.
the most important thing to remember is to not give up.
i have been smoke free now for over a year.
i too am asthmatic. just keep up on your meds.