Stopping
...You can do it...
People who prepare a strategy before they set about actually giving up are always the most successful. So why not set yourself some goals...
Click here to open a very useful pack that will help you through each stage of you planning
Goal 1
You have achieved this one! You are already thinking about giving up.
Goal 2
Think about why you smoke -Use the questionnaire in your pack to ask yourself honestly why you do it.
Goal 3
Think about how you can stop - Use the questionnaire in your pack to think about your smoking habits and to keep a diary. Prepare a plan and you will be much more likely to succeed.
Goal 4
Set a quit date and stick to it.
Goal 5
Stay stopped - change your attitude to smoking and your lifestyle forever. For tips on getting through the first few days read below. For more info on staying stopped click here
Have a plan to recover if you have a relapse - This can happen and although you will have failed that attempt you will have learnt valuable lessons and made yourself stronger for the next attempt.
The First Few Days
The first few days can be the hardest so try some our tips and hints...
Problem Solving
- Be honest with yourself - what's the real issue
- Think about what you could be doing differently - then try it!
- Talk it through with someone you trust
Manage Your Time
- Sort out your daily goals and tasks
- Plan your time so that you can do the most important things first
- Make realistic plans for achieving your short and medium term goals
Put Yourself First
- Do one thing everyday that's 'just for you'
- Say 'No' and don't feel guilty about it
- Try to get plenty of sleep
- Call our Adviser for support - 0800 0854 113
Relax
- Take 10-15 minutes per day just for you
- Take long, slow, deep breaths
- Take quite time away from the family
- Do exercise - go swimming or walking or join a group
- Listen to music, read a book or do another of your hobbies
Keep Motivated and Happy
- Put the money you have saved in a jar and watch it grow
- Keep a diary or calendar and mark off each 'Smoke free Day'
- Treat yourself - you deserve a reward!
Now why not take a look at some of our other pages such as:
Health Issues
See more about why giving up is good for your health.
Staying Stopped
Ideas and suggestions to help you achieve goal 5
What's the cost?
See just how much money you will save once you have given up
Medications
Get a better understanding of what there is that can help you