HOW TO QUIT SMOKING - METHOD 5Smoking is now one of the lethal killers of all time. Smoking related illness has gone off the charts. But how does one stop himself from smoking? There are many things a smoker can do to stop smoking.
Cigarette substitutes abound the market today. Nicotine gum, nicotine microtab, which is also known as the anicotine are great substitutes to satisfy your craving.
Drinking water or fruit juice could also help. This will be a healthier substitute.
You could also brush your teeth and have yourself reminded of the fresh breath and whiter teeth you once had back when you are not yet a smoker. This would be a challenge to bring back that whiter teeth and fresh breath.
Itching to have a light? Give your hands something else to do instead of holding a cigarette stick. Stress relief toys or pencils would work. Try doing things that would make your hands too busy to have time to hold a cigarette.
Take a deep breath. Think of the fresh air around you. This is the air that you should be taking in and not cigarette smoke.
Go for a walk. Watch kids play at the park or an old couple seated on a bench while you pass by. Think of giving the kids fresh air by not adding pollutants to the air. Think about getting old with someone you love.
Think of things that you would be achieving when you give up. Or if you have not smoked for 2 days, think of the things you now have. Your clothes now smell good, so does your hair. You now have a healthier body. You have a fresh smelling breath. Plus, you have saved money.
Taking a shower would also help. Not only that it makes you feel clean, time spent under running water also keeps your mind off that stick.
Feed your mind. Read a book or a magazine.
Do some exercises. Start a healthier routine by trading that stick to a pair of dumbbells.
Clean your house. Take off that cigarette smell that has clung to your walls, curtains, sofa and other furniture. You could also redecorate your house.
Write letters or send out e-mails. Let your loved ones know they're remembered. Keep you fingers occupied by typing letters to your girlfriend. She will surely love it. Or send your husband a cute e-card.
Going to a place where you can't smoke would also help. Say for example, you could go to a cinema and treat yourself to a movie and a box of popcorn.
Think of the illnesses brought about by smoking. Think of cancer, leukemia, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, pneumonia and other grave medical conditions. If you're a male try thinking of erectile problems.
Since you're saving money by not buying cigarette packs, you might want to plan on what to do on the money you saved. Plan for a second honeymoon with your wife or treat yourself to that dream vacation on the Caribbean.
Start on a new hobby that will keep your hands busy. Try painting or learning to play a musical instrument. Your new painting could even grace your newly decorated living room. If you have learned to play the guitar or the piano, you could now have a share on your family's Thanksgiving Day celebration.
