Everyone is aware of the side effects of smoking, and how difficult it is to quit smoking.
“Smoking is Injurious to health”, is written in bold on every packet of cigarettes and is also put on display in movies, videos, hoardings etc. But there are hardly any talks about is How to quit smoking?
4 ways who are trying to Quit Smoking:
1. Have a healthy snack or chewing gum: You can have a crunchy snack to overcome the craving to smoke. Even if the craving persists, you can have cinnamon gums which help to overcome the craving
2. Build a Healthy New Habit: You can start doing physical exercise or go for a walk. This will help to heal your lungs as well as your body and make you increase your stamina.
3. Avoiding Smoking Triggers: There are certain triggers which lead to the urge to smoke, like when in stress, with certain friends, at certain places, etc. One should avoid hanging out at those places with those sets of friends. In case of a stressful situations, you can have a cup of coffee or go for walk with someone who does not smoke .
4. Think Positive: It is very difficult to quit smoking however it is not impossible. All it requires is some effort and willpower. You have to keep reminding yourself that quitting is a wise decision and that you want to lead a healthier life. Note that your first day without cigarettes can be a little disturbing and difficult to manage. But that will go away gradually and you’ll start feeling better and healthier once you are out of it.
You can also inform your friends and smoke buddies about your decision to quit smoking and ask them to support your decision.
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