how do i stop smoking?

Question

i have been smoking for 11 years and i really need to stop.. i've quit several times in the past...but no longer than 9 months... i always pick it right back up... any tips on how to stop for good?

queenie, i'm 28 not 13 yrs old... i don't think my parents can do much to me

Answer 1

first and foremost a man has no power of his own to fight any thing spiritual so many time people tend to think everything is just happening naturaly.You have tried your best why not try Jesus?By him all things are created and for him.He says in the BIBLE anything you ask in my name I will give YOU.Call on his name HE is there to help YOU

Answer 2

There are several methods. Nicotine replacement therapy is probably the best way to go since it will lessen withdrawal symptoms.

Would you say that you are 'orally fixated'? By that I mean that is just having the cigarette in your mouth part of the 'experience'? In that case I would ask your doctor for the Nicotrol inhaler. It's basically a smokeless cigarette. My sister quit with this, and she would chew on the inhaler and everything; it's obvious that smoking was an oral fixation for her.

However if you're just feeling down and out without the nicotine in your system, there is the patch. The advantage to this is that you really don't have to think about it. Just stick the patch on in the morning, and the best patch systems have different strengths so that you can slowly wean yourself from it. Plus, since the nicotine is being delivered through the skin, so you're less likely to be tempted to smoke. The disadvantage to the patch is that some people with sensitive skin can get a rash from it.

Most doctors don't recommend the gum because your stomach can get nice and upset from this, which will only stress you out more and send you back to smoking.

Basically, you want to set a quit date, within a time frame that's comfortable for you (say Friday night if you don't work weekends) and then switch exclusively to the nicotine replacement. It's up to you to make sure that you gradually drop the dose of nicotine that you're replacing.

Also, many doctors will suggest that you moderately exercise when you start having cravings. Let's say, a speed walk. This will not only keep your mind off the cigarettes, but your body will produce dopamine which will help take the edge off. If you're a social person, try quitting with someone else. Also, avoid alcohol. The 'cookies and cream' effect of alcohol will make cravings worse.

Needless to say, I'm still trying to quit, and it's rough. Just set aside the time, do the right thing, and I'm certain that you can succeed.

Answer 3

I have been smoking for years, to many to count. I have tried countless times to quit. I have to quit smoking this week. I am not breathing well, coughing really badly, plus it is affecting my child.

Nicotine is more addictive than heroine. This a drug and it needs to be treated as a drug addiction. There a receptors in your brain that thrive off of the nicotine!!! And if you have just one after quitting the will wake up and remember what you smoked and scream for more.

You have the over-the-counter methods, there is wellbutrian (spelling), and the new drug Cistac(spelling). A lady I work with is using that now and it has seem to help her. I am going to use the patch, and on-line support.

The nicotine addiction is only a 3-5 day withdraw, the psychical habit is what has to be broken. Set up plans, get a support system.

I will be quiting with you!!!!

Answer 4

My father in law, smoked 60 a day for 40 years and one day decided to just stop like that, he must have will power. He said he would stop for 2 years so his lungs would clean a bit then he would start again, as the weight was piling on. 4 months ago he suffered chest pains, where doctors saw a couple of arteries blocked to which he had unblocked and gave him a scare, he now says he will never touch a cigarette again. These chest pains saved him and so did the year and a half he had given up. Good luck to you.

Answer 5

You have to accept the idea of never ever having another cigarette. When that thought is no longer frightening, you will be successful. If you quit for a short realistic period, like a month, then start smoking a little bit again for a week, then quit for another month, repeat, you can break your psychological dependence, which is the real problem.

Answer 6

Hey Tabby - Im 3 weeks into quitting, having smoked for 10 years. Im hating every minute of it to be honest, BUT I know its in my health's best interest. Im hoping to start a family this year and the thought of smoking when Im pregnant (before I know Im pregnant that is, first few weeks) well, Id hate to do that. So, for my sake and my future kids skes Im quitting. My parents dont know I smoke and Im 26 but I know theyd be disappointed if they knew I was a slave to the evil weed.

To help me, Ive taken up cycling, riding into work every day and most eves at home too. Im also throwing myself into both my work and my hobby (I make greetings cards and scrapbook) to keep myself distracted. Just for now, Ive avoided going to smokey places like the pub etc, just to give me a head start. Ive not gotten patches / lozenges / anything like that, but if you feel you need the help then speak to a Pharmacist. above all, believe in yourself and youll get there eventually. If I can help further, pls let me know - we're both in the same boat! Good luck chick xx

Answer 7

Try and find out if you have a local smoking cessation clinic, your local GP should know. Success rates seem to go up in group therapy.

All NRT is available both over the counter and on prescription in Scotland.

Perhaps try patches plus a more immediate form of NRT, I favour the insufflator. (A sort of mock cigarette that takes nicotine cartridges), You can if you like even use this with low dose patches.

Consider Zyban, it has a higher success rate that NRT, but does have more potential side effects. (It is prescription only)

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Answer 8

The reason you have started smoking again is because you stopped for the wrong reasons. Maybe you thought it was better for your health or you needed to save money or it was more socially acceptable, but you didn.t stop because tou never want to smoke tobacco again.
I suggest you read Alan Carrs easy way to stop smoking and reread it until you are certain thay that you want to stop. Then stop. It worked for me and my friend and thousands of other people. Occasionally I get that memory nicotine pang thing but I KNOW I dont want a cigarette.

Answer 9

There is so much help for people trying to quit smoking, you don't have to do it without support.
Do a search in a search engine for websites and tips plus you can try out NHS direct.
When your will power is low, think about your health and the people you love, do you really want to die of lung cancer and leave them behind?
You CAN do this, go for it and don't look back!

Answer 10

nicotine patches they are pricy but they work. also try eating grapefruit and chew big red cinnamon gum all the time. Its like brushing your teeth then right after drinking orange juice. The flavor of the cigerette doesn't blend well with the flavor of the gum or the grapfriut.