How do I stop smoking?

Question

Im 16 and been smoking since I was 13, and I really really want to quit. For me and my b/f because his grandma is on oxygen because of it and he really doesnt want me to end up like that I stopped smoking a little, but every now and then I still take a hit from my dad's when he leaves the room for a minute, so is there anything I can get to stop? And I think I just have cravings because also when someone is smoking I always try to sniff it, but I dont really smoke so do I have cravings? And is there anything for it?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Don't smoke anymore!
From this moment, make the decision that you are a nonsmoker. Then you just have to continue living that lifestyle.
First, don't tempt yourself. Get rid of all smoking paraphernalia you have. If your dad is smoking, leave the room so you won't want to take a drag. Even better, convince your dad to quit with you!
Second, change your habits. Many smokers have "triggers" that make them want to smoke at certain times. Like many people smoke first thing in the morning, after eating, etc. If you change the taste in your mouth at these times, you can interrupt the trigger that makes you want to smoke. You can do this by chewing gum (especially cinnamon flavor) or by drinking grapefruit juice.
When those extra cravings come, just get through them. Take a brisk walk around the neighborhood or something. And don't forget to pray, as the previous answerer mentioned. Taking Vitamin C will help your body to clear out the gunk from cigarettes.
I'm glad you want to quit. I'm behind you 100%

Answer 3

I'm proud of you for wanting to quit. There are anti-smoking kits available at the pharmacies and various patches you can try out. However, the most successful way is to have the will to stop smoking. Keep your mind focused on healthy issues. Take up a sport you like and tell yourself that each time you're exercising, your lungs are getting cleaner and healthier. Tell a close friend about this, and get him/her to help you break the habit. Who knows, you may even inspire other people around you to quit too. Good luck and good health to you!

Answer 4

I smoked for 20 years and I quit when I was in the hospital being treated for a blood clot. My grandmother is now dying because she has emphysema caused by smoking. In March I will be smoke free for 5 years. I use Icebreakers mints now when I crave cigarettes. They work!!!

Answer 5

Do you really want to stop smoking? If you do, these three points will help you: (1) Make a decision today that you want to stop smoking. (2) Put that decision in prayer to God. and (3) Stop smoking and do not develop anymore craving for it.

Answer 6

I use nicorette to manage my cravings... though I've been smoke free for 2+years, I still need it (or think i do). Other therapies just did not work for me, including medications.
Do whatever you can to quit now... the earlier the better! I applaud your efforts and wish you the best.

Answer 7

No, just will power.....have a large drink of water when a craving hits and sip it slowly.

Answer 8

YOU HAVE CRAVINGS , I WOULD RECOMMEND TRY CHEWING GUM , MY GRANDPAP DIED OF CANCER, RELATED TO CIGARETTE SMOKING , AND HE HAD NO VOICE BOX , CAUSE IN 1974 HE HAD 2 THROAT CANCER OPERATIONS
I KNOW IT IS BAD , CAUSE I AM A SMOKER ..AND I SHOULD BE THE LAST TO SMOKE IF ANYONE! MEDICATIONS LIKE ZYBAN , WILL WORK FOR SOME.

Answer 9

unfortunately it may not be as easy as just quit. just as you learned to smoke, you need to learn to not smoke. here is a good article i just submitted that may help you a little more

Answer 10

if you feel the urge to smoke, chew a chewing gum instead. besides, you need to stop buying cigarettes too