Your Personal Stop Smoking Plan

While some smokers successfully quit by going cold turkey, most people do better with a plan to keep themselves on track. A good plan addresses both the short–term challenge of quitting smoking and the long–term challenge of preventing relapse. It should also be tailored to your specific needs and smoking habits.

Questions to ask yourself

Take the time to think of what kind of smoker you are, which moments of your life call for a cigarette, and why. This will help you to identify which tips, techniques or therapies may be most beneficial for you.

·        Do you feel the need to smoke at every meal?

·        Are you more of a social smoker?

·        Is it a very bad addiction (more than a pack a day)? Or would a simple nicotine patch do the job?

·        Do you reach for cigarettes when you're feeling stressed or down?

·        Are there certain activities, places, or people you associate with smoking?

·        Is your cigarette smoking linked to other addictions, such as alcohol or gambling?

·        Are you open to hypnotherapy and/or acupuncture?

·        Are you someone who is open to talking about your addiction with a therapist or counselor?

·        Are you interested in getting into a fitness program?

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