How do I quit smoking? -
Its not just the nicotine. Its also the other 50+ chemicals they out in cigarettes. Also the main problem is habit.
We have been used to having body sensations which we translate as -my body needs something, which we have attempted to satisfy by having a cigarette.
When we try to stop smoking, we still get these -my body needs something- sensations, and we still feel that we want a cigarette. We have to train our body to be more selective. When we feel we need something, we have to work out what it is that we actually need.
A glass of water is an excellent substitute if nothing else comes to mind, as it helps with the clearance of the toxic substances in our body. Another good substitute is a bag of salted peanuts, used in combination with the water.
Another thing to do is to find an activity which occupies the mind or body. Go swimming - nobody wants to smoke while they are swimming. Slowly, as our body adjusts and translates the -want something- feelings into something other than cigarettes, then the feelings begin to go away. We know its not a cigarette that the body really needs, because as soon as we-ve had one we still have the feeling, and want another!
Cold Turkey! Go for it and don-t turn back.
nicorette!
Some people just use their will and go cold turkey. To find out ways.. just do : google.com then put in the words: quit smoking and hit the return button. You will get a TON of good links with information that will definately help you ! Good Luck! :)
Never, ever go near an open flame with a cigarette in your hand or mouth. Never carry matches or a cigarette lighter, and never ask someone for a light. Do not even think about carrying a flint stone and rock to make a spark. In other words, just quit.
stop buying cigarettes and chew a gum instead if you get the urge to smoke
try keepin your smokes in a pain in the *** spot to get to. Like your car at work, so you have to walk all that way to get em. It worked for me everytime, till i picked it back up.
I also took niacin (500mg-s), and didnt have any craving at all for it. oh and buy cheap cheap cheap smokes so when you light em up you wanna puke. That helps too