Quit smoking this year

A new year’s resolution would be a wonderful excuse to quit smoking. A lot of many others will also no doubt have the same resolution. Even if you’ve tried before and not succeeded, don’t worry, statistics has shown that on an average, smokers have tried for four times before finally succeeding to quit the stick. If you really want to cure your nasty habit, you should reinforce your resolution with some preparations.

First and foremost you’ll need to develop a strong desire to quit smoking. It’s going to be a hard long journey so you’ll need encouragement and support. Keep your friends and family for moral support.Is there any place that you’re accustomed to smoking at?

If there’s any place that you can’t just be at without having a drag at the stick, avoid that place altogether until you’re completely over it. You also want to avoid being in the company or around people who smoke.

Find another habit.

Many people switch to chewing tobacco or parag while giving up smoking. While it may work for most, these aren’t healthy alternatives. Some end up acquiring a new habit without losing the old. Every time you feel like smoking try something less harmful like a chewing gum or some candy or even drink a glass of water.

Get Busy:

Keep your mind off cigarettes and keep it busy with something to do. Go for a walk or do some breathing exercises. Your lungs will feel better. Whenever your fingers feel like holding a cigarette, indulge them in something more productive like needling, gardening or a simple board game.

Think healthy.

Take up some form of aerobic exercise and stick to it. Indulge in some sporting activity or enroll yourself in some dance classes. If you become more health conscious, you’ll find a stronger reason to quit smoking.

Think positive:

Smoking can have some painful withdrawal symptoms, which only weaken your resolution to quit. For the first couple of weeks you may experience temporary withdrawal symptoms, such as headaches, irritability, tiredness, and trouble concentrating. Take this as a positive step towards recovery. Think yourself successfully getting free of the habit and you will definitely succeed.