How to Quit Smoking Today

The rewards of stopping smoking out number the rewards to continue to smoke. I should know I smoked for years and when I decided to quit it was not easy and relapsed quite a few times before I found a way that worked for me.

When I gave up smoking, I decided that I wanted to be more healthy and be more in control and I knew that I would not if I carried on smoking.

I wanted to be healthy and knew that the benefits were what I concentrated on. As we are aware the benefits are:

* A longer life with a lower risk of cancer and other deadly diseases
* No more coughing
* To be able to exercise and get back into shape
* Your taste buds will be sharper
* Your clothes will not smell
* Not being kicked out of the house, office to smoke in the rain
* And more....

If you have tried to quit, you will know what it is like to relapse and end up smoking again.

The First Step

This to make the decision to quit. Deciding on a date to start and writing it on your calendar. A fresh start. Telling all your family and friends so that they will be with you and help you. Picking the right step to proceed. There are so many different nicotine replacements that you can try and alternative methods for stopping smoking.

The Second Step

This is know why you are addicted. Why do you smoke? Evaluating the health risks of smoking and maybe spending time with a pen and pad and write all these downs. Look at the dangers of smoking, the damage it is causing. What you want to achieve and why. Think of the money you will save and book a holiday as a goal.

The Third Step

This is it. To quit. To break that habit and become an ex smoker. With your family and friends behind you and what you have decided to use to help you quit you will begin a new fresh start knowing that what you are doing will be important to a better life.

Tips To quit Smoking


In this article, we will deal with some important methods to beat the habit of smoking. Every packet of cigarette is inscribed with the message "smoking is injurious to health". Even after all these warnings people continue to smoke.

In this article, we all give some tips to stay away from smoking.

Mark a date few weeks before you stop smoking. This method will give you enough time to prepare yourself mentally for upcoming changes. However, it will also permit you to start some medical treatment.

In this method, you need to implement your thought of giving up smoking. The day you decide to quit smoking- throw away your cigarette packets into dustbin. This will block your easy access for cigarettes. It will also leave a great psychological impact.

Avoid visiting the place and locations that will provoke you to light cigarettes. Even avoid the habits with which normally you smoked. For example, some people have a habit of smoking cigarette with morning tea or coffee. So replace your habit of drinking tea or coffee with herbal teas. Stay away from visiting night pubs or clubs.

Keep some smoking aids with your doctors consultation. Smoking aids such as nicotine patches or gums helps in your decision to quit smoking.

Save the money that you used to spend on purchasing cigarettes. Keep a record of daily expense that will help you to verify your unnecessary expenses. Curb down this expense and you may be able to purchase something useful for you.

Adapt yourself to physical activities. Include lot of sports in your daily lifestyle. Start going for long walks or walk down to grocery store. Purchase a cycle or bike for yourself, travel to nearby place with cycle instead of traveling with car. Weekly opt for swimming or rollerblade. You can pick any physical activity that might interest you. Introducing yourself to sports not only improves your physic, but also helps in detoxification. It also reduces your immense craving for cigarettes.

Alter your eating habit. Include ample of fresh green leafy vegetables and fruits in your diet. Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Maintain your body weight and stay away from obesity.

Ask help from your family and friends. They will definitely help you to stay away from your habit.

The best way to boost your plan is- reward yourself. The day you successfully stay away from cigarettes- reward yourself with two scoops of ice creams or enjoy some chocolate brownies with ice cream. After one week successful achievement - reward something big.

The last tip to quit smoking is to stay patient and calm. Believe in yourself and have confidence. Stick to your plans and schedules. Take help of some medicated drugs, which will keep you away from withdrawal symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, dizziness, and extreme weakness. Supply your body with ample of nutrients that will keep you energetic.