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Nicotine is one of the most addictive drugs on the planet. It gives you a temporary rush for a short duration that makes you want more and continue consuming until you feel satiated. The tolerance levels in a human body for nicotine is high; hence, one would end up smoking more cigarettes to attain the high. It is also the main cause of cancer and a host of other diseases.
Think About Your Reasons for Quitting
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Review your reasons. Remind yourself why you want to quit. This can be a powerful motivator to keep you smoke free.
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Calculate your savings. Cigarettes are expensive! Add up the money you'll save, and decide what to do with it. This is a great way to stay motivated and kill time while you let a craving pass.
Stay Busy
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Keep your mouth busy. Chew a stick of gum instead of picking up a cigarette. Keep hard candy with you. Drink more water.
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Do something else. When a craving hits, stop what you're doing immediately and switch to doing something different. Simply changing your routine might help you shake off a craving.
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Go for a walk or jog. Or go up and down the stairs a few times. Physical activity, even in short bursts, can help boost your energy and beat a craving.
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Take slow, deep breaths. Breathe through your craving. Inhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth. Repeat this 10 times or until you're feeling more relaxed
Fight Smoking Triggers
Triggers cause you to crave for a smoke. Each person’s triggers are different and they can arise from anywhere. Most smokers share some common triggers like the morning cup of coffee, driving to work, having a beer, afternoon break with co-workers, after lunch, etc. these triggers give rise to learned behaviors which make cravings more intense. Identifying your triggers and being ready for them is one of the best quit smoking tips. Knowing these triggers can make you less vulnerable to giving in to the temptations and slipping up.
Try Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Nicotine Replacement Therapy or NRT is one of the effective ways to quit smoking. It’s a WHO-recommended program that gradually reduces your nicotine content over the course of a few weeks until the day when you would no longer feel the need for nicotine. It doubles your chances of quitting smoking as compared to other methods or even quitting cold turkey. NRT products are available in gum, lozenge or patch formats. Choose the one that’s suitable for you.