Be tobacco free, today.
From someone who has recently succeeded in quitting tobacco addiction – it’s tough. It’s really tough. For those who indulge in the tobacco use daily, they know, we attempt at quitting every day, but consistently fail in combating this addiction.
While I totally agree that it helps in relieving stress (it doesn’t), the after-effects it leaves on the lungs, liver, and on our entire body is alarming. But don’t worry, we have got your back and have brought you effective ways to kiss goodbye to the habit of smoking. Check ‘em out:
1- Don’t Quit At Once
Okay, we agree quitting tobacco is the best thing you could gift yourself, but let’s get real, if you leave tobacco instantaneously, nicotine craving is bound to relapse. A better option is to first cut down on the number of cigarettes you smoke daily and then reduce accordingly.
2- Make a Plan – Set the date
Until you’re a Rajnikant fan, you need a plan to perform such tasks.Set a final date when you plan on achieving complete remission from tobacco, plan cheat days for smoking at the beginning, like you plan a gym-diet. Having a quitting attitude and sticking to the plan shall work wonders for you. Believe us.
3-Research shows that a sight of person smoking inspires another smoker to light a cigarette. We all have our favourite places and people (I know, it’s rude) with whom we feel like sharing a cigarette. Avoid them completely, while you’re in a process of quitting.
5- Avoid Alcohol & Caffeine Track Your Sleep & Food Habits
No matter how much you love partying; one must refrain from consumption of alcohol and caffeine, as they inspire tobacco use.
6- Drink Water Whenever You feel Like Smoking
It actually works; you can avoid the habit of smoking by sipping on water, or your favourite beverages (not soda).
7- Hit the Gym
Exercising is the best way to flush out tobacco effects, and you’re bound to quit when you become a regular at the gym. After all, who would smoke when they have a hot body? I won’t.
8- Indulge in Meditation
When your mind is at rest, the body is at peace, no addiction is far from breaking. Doing 20 minutes of meditation might calm and soothe your senses and avoid craving.
9- Try Sponge Ball Therapy
Yes, it might seem strange but sponge ball helps in relieving stress, and believe us you’re going to encounter a lot of it, while quitting. Remember, you’re going to come out stronger
10- Nicotine Replacement Therapy
If any of the above-mentioned tricks don't work for you, don’t worry, you have plenty of remedies like nicotine patches, nicotine gum, nasal sprays and certain medications that help in quitting.
Plan a healthy life. Start quitting today!