A Personal Approach to Stop Smoking

All of us are fully aware that smoking is bad for our health. One study concluded that smoking takes at least ten years off your life expectancy. But, I’m going to focus on one very positive statistic.  If you stop right now, you can cut your risk of dying from a heart attack in half within one year. So let’s focus on the positive, and take steps to get to your goal of ditching cigarettes.  Following are some strategies that have worked form many people. 

·         Plan ahead – Decide when you’ll quit.  Mark in on your calendar and get prepared for the big day.  Tell your family and friends, so that they can root you on and help support you.  Think regularly about how you will handle the urge to smoke once the cigarettes are gone. Each day, cut back just a little on the number of cigarettes.

• Medication – There are good medications that can help reduce cravings and ease withdrawal symptoms. Talk to your doctor about which options would be best for you. 
• Pick up some propaganda – Have some articles and brochures about the benefits of not smoking on hand to read when you feel tempted. It can help keep you focused on your goal.
• Get help - Find a support group, group counseling or individual counseling. Regular opportunities to discuss your challenges and gain motivation can be very beneficial.  In addition, there are many local and federal government agencies that offer hotline support, to give you immediate help when you feel tempted.  
• Exercise – Regular exercise can greatly reduce the stress that comes with trying to stop smoking. It can also help you avoid the weight gain that often accompanies quitting.
• Get a mentor - If you have a friend or family member who has successfully kicked the habit, ask if they’ll be your mentor.  Go to them when you feel challenged.  They can offer concrete advice on how to get through the tough times, and they will really, truly know how you feel.
• Investigate alternative therapies - Some smokers have had success with hypnosis or acupuncture to help stop smoking.  There is no scientific proof that either works, but anecdotal studies show that both work for some people sometimes. 

You didn’t start smoking in one day, so you can’t quit in one day, either. Use the right combination of the strategies above to develop an approach that works for you.  It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it.

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