How to never smoke again

Quitting smoking is tough, especially if you’ve been emotionally attached to it for a long time or if you’re often in situations where the temptation to light up is strong.

Understand your triggers

Smoking, like any habit that’s been a big part of your life, can stick in your memories even if you’re trying hard to move on.

Even if you haven’t smoked for years, there’ll always be people, places, or situations that might remind you of how satisfying it was and tempt you. No matter how long it’s been since you quit, those old triggers can still pop up and throw you off.

But always remember, you’ve got the power to manage them and stay on track with your quit journey.

Be positive

Of course, staying positive is easier said than done. As you know, quitting smoking can be really tough in the first few hours, days, and weeks after you stop.

But, don’t forget to cut yourself some slack and keep looking on the bright side. Quitting is a process, so take it day by day. Keeping a good attitude can help you through the tough times. There are plenty of ways to manage stress and strong feelings without turning to cigarettes.

Curb your cravings

When you want to smoke it can be hard to stay smokefree. But the longer you don’t smoke, the less you’ll want to. If you have a plan, it can be easier to fight cravings. Make a plan by writing down things you can do when you want to smoke. Take a walk, practise deep breathing, or do anything else that helps you get rid of cravings. Hold on to your list.

Celebrate you

It’s a big deal to not smoke anymore, so give yourself treats often. Since you aren’t buying cigarettes anymore, you might have enough money to buy yourself something nice. But don’t think you have to pay for your rewards – now that you can breathe better, go on a hike, or have a movie night with a friend. If you’ve already made a plan to quit, think about the rewards you chose. If you haven’t made a quit plan, it’s never too late.

Get support

Even if you haven’t smoked for a while, it can be hard to control your triggers and deal with cravings. Help can come from getting support from the people around you. Talk to the people who helped you quit smoking at first, as they can help you stay smokefree in a big way. Tell them how they can help and that you’re in it for the long haul.