Quit Smoking Tips
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Do you smoke? Do you want to quit? If you answered yes, we are here to help you quit. First, check with your doctor to see the best way for you to stop smoking. There are no magical ways to quit. Try using some of these useful steps:
Step One:
- List your reasons to quit and read them several times a day
Step Two:
- Keep reading your list of reasons to quit and add to it if you can
Step Three:
- Continue with Step Two and set a target date to quit
- Don’t buy a new pack until you finish the pack you are smoking
- Try to stop for 48 hours at one time
Step Four:
- Throw away cigarettes and matches
- Hide lighters and ashtrays
- Stay busy and get exercise by taking long walks or riding a bike
- Avoid situations and “triggers” you relate with smoking
- Find healthy substitutes for smoking
Did you know that AFTER you quit smoking:
- Your blood pressure and pulse become normal within 20 minutes
- Your senses of smell and taste come back
- Your smoker’s cough goes away
- You will feel more alive and full of energy
- You’ll live longer and have less chance of heart disease, stroke, lung disease and cancer