Its not just the nicotine. Its also the other 50+ chemicals they out in cigarettes. Also the main problem is habit.
We have been used to having body sensations which we translate as 'my body needs something, which we have attempted to satisfy by having a cigarette.
When we try to stop smoking, we still get these 'my body needs something' sensations, and we still feel that we want a cigarette. We have to train our body to be more selective. When we feel we need something, we have to work out what it is that we actually need.
A glass of water is an excellent substitute if nothing else comes to mind, as it helps with the clearance of the toxic substances in our body. Another good substitute is a bag of salted peanuts, used in combination with the water.
Another thing to do is to find an activity which occupies the mind or body. Go swimming - nobody wants to smoke while they are swimming. Slowly, as our body adjusts and translates the 'want something' feelings into something other than cigarettes, then the feelings begin to go away. We know its not a cigarette that the body really needs, because as soon as we've had one we still have the feeling, and want another!
2006-10-02 13:44:37
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answered by Anonymous
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Take it from me it is the worst thing you could ever do. If you are thinking about smoking, don't do it
I have smoked for 45 yrs. and I can't quit. I had cancer in both lungs and was told to go home to die, that I only had about 2 mo. to live, it was very advanced. Fortunately they could treat it with Chemo therapy after they did a biopsy.
I went through 8 mo. of Chemo and ended up with a damaged heart from one of the drugs. Now I am a prisoner in my own home, I have a hard time breathing, I can only walk short distances and tire very quickly.
Does this sound like something you would like to be doing for the rest of your life?
I would really think twice before starting to smoke. And do you know what the sad thing is I can't quit, I have tried everything and nothing works for me.
Please don't start if you haven't already.
I hope this helped you.
2006-10-02 03:57:24
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answered by yakity_one 2
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Considering the health risks to self and others...it sucks!! The addiction is far worse than herion. 1st it was a danger to the smoker, then second hand smoke was said to cause others serious problems, now there is 3rd hand smoke warnings!!! The toxins can be despensed through ones skin and clothing. Cigarrettes should be illegal!
2006-10-02 04:14:05
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answered by tamara.knsley@sbcglobal.net 5
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I did it for years and I totally regret it now. It is supposed to look cool and make you look like your one of THE group but thats all fine and dandy when you are young, however as you get older all the little problems start and they just get worse and its time to quit. Only when the time comes to quit its not easy at all.
I used to LOVE smoking, looked forward to my next smoke..since you ask me now..after having quit...the only smoking I like is that of a chimeny if Im inside and the fire is nice and warm!
2006-10-02 03:27:09
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answered by chiara 4
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It's obviously bad for your health and for the other's who inhale the smoke too. I wonder why people still smoke although they know that fact.
2006-10-02 03:46:46
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answered by Pixiegirl 2
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I love smoking......Nothing better than a fag and a beer.....
I also think people should be able to smoke where ever they please.
All these do-gooders who rave on about passive smoking really get my goat.
2006-10-02 03:35:09
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answered by spunkybadger69 3
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I regret that I smoke. It's unhealthy, but I like it.
2006-10-02 03:34:43
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answered by DinDjinn 7
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it's a bad habit, since the person as well people around him/her also gets affected. one of the major cause of cancer is smoking.
2006-10-02 03:25:50
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answered by Charu Chandra Goel 5
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smoking. ya i hate ppl who smoke . smoking not only harms them but also its smoke is not good fr non- smokers. dads or moms who smoke r not setting good examples fr there children. this is what i think. see ya!
2006-10-02 03:26:18
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answered by nicky 2
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i think that i smoke, it's bad habit but to era is human
2006-10-02 03:24:36
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answered by whitemagnolia105@yahoo.com 3
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