Staying Stopped
...Stay positive and be proud of yourself. Keep telling yourself, "I don't smoke"...
Giving up can be stressful. It takes time to get used to it and for new habits to start feeling natural.
Don't expect to change your whole life at once, or even to get it right first time.
Before you give in, think about the situations that make you want to smoke:
- Is it the habit that you are missing?
- Is it when you are feeling stressed?
- Are you worried about gaining weight?
- Do you feel pressured by your friends and family?
There are a number of different things that you can do to help yourself get through those hard times. Why not take a look at the links below for some ideas.
Don't forget - you have a right to:
- Say "No thanks" / "I've given up" / "I'm not a smoker"
- Ask others not to smoke in your home
'Think of Yourself as a Non-Smoker'
Why not take a look at the Staying Stopped pages:
Coping with Cravings & Setbacks
Cravings only last a few minutes - learn how to cope with them
Relaxation Tips
Tips and hints to keep you stress free
Hard Times
Tips and hints to get you through those extra difficult times
Worried About Gaining Weight?
Dispel the myth and get ideas to help you