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How to stop smoking

 Congratulations ! As you’re reading this article then you made the first big step towards becoming tobacco-free..

Most smokers don’t even think of quitting smoking as they believe that it’s a really hard mission. 


Unfortunately, this is true... The nicotine found in cigarettes is a very powerful addictive drug.

However, you are able to overcome all the cravings through following a proper approach. 

Strategies to be followed:


  • Put the date. Set a day on your calendar when to stop smoking. An important tip is to tell your family and friends that you decided to become tobacco-free on that day so that you can hold responsibility towards this decision in front on them.
  • Throw away all your cigarettes. You won’t be able to stop smoking if your are still surrounded by cigarettes here and there. You should throw away all the cigarettes and anything related to them like lighters and ashtrays.
  • Get support. Most of the ex-smokers who succeeded in quitting was due to the help of their friends and family. Try to find people who support you to achieve this mission. Ex-smokers who succeeded in quitting was due to the help of their friends and family.
  • Find substitutions for cigarettes. It not easy to suddenly stop holding a cigarette in your mouth if you’re used to it . Thus, you can find other alternatives like lollipops, toothpicks, or carrot sticks. 


Can you have physical symptoms upon quitting?

Unfortunately, you might experience some physical symptoms if your body is addicted to nicotine. These symptoms can include headaches, stomachaches, depression, lack of energy, dry mouth,  and high desire to eat. 

However, due to the harmful consequences of smoking, it’s really worth it to.

In conclusion, quitting smoking is not easy but it isn’t impossible. If you succeeded in this mission then you should grant yourself a well-deserved reward. 

Set aside the money that you used to pay daily for buying tobacco and see how much you saved. After that treat those savings as a gift card to buy something special to you and be happy with what you’re earned. 



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