Steps To Quit Smoking Naturally
Some of us smoke cigarettes in order to look cool, which is a completely wrong assumption. Nobody in the world can look cool if he/she inhales a cigarette. While others claim that smoking has become a part of their habit which is witnessing no stopping.
Whether you are an occasional or a lifetime pack-a-day smoker, quitting can be the biggest task of your life. In order to quit smoking, you need to understand the value and importance of life along with realizing that the boozing effect of nicotine is just temporary, but the health effect is not.
If you have decided to quit smoking, congratulation!!!
Remember that the first few days without cigarettes can be really difficult. Thus, we bring you three steps for handling quit day along with staying confident and happy.
#1 Design a Quit Plan
Having a quit plan after quitting smoking is very essential. A quit plan has several benefits that can make your quit day easier. Usually, a quit plan helps a person in staying confident along with focused and motivated. Thus, if you have a quit plan, start using it first thing in the morning for a stress-free day.
#2 Keep Yourself Busy
Getting yourself occupied with work is the best possible solutions for staying without cigarettes. It further can help you in staying smoke-free on your quit day. Remember that once you are occupied with work, your mind can get off smoking, distracting you from smoking. You could try some of the below-mentioned activities for keeping yourself busy:
- Chewing bubblegum
- Random walk
- Relaxing
- Watching movies
- Spending time with family
- Exercise
#3 Avoid Smoking Triggers
Triggers can be anything. It can be the people, places or situations that can trigger your urge to smoke. Always try to avoid such situations that can trigger this craving. You could do the following for avoiding smoking triggers:
- Throw away the remaining cigarettes along with cigarette-related stuff.
- Avoid caffeine
- Spend quality time with non-smokers
- Visit places where smoking is prohibited