
| -- stay away from places where people smoke such as night clubs. -- remember that to stop smoking requires discipline, will, and perseverance. -- get busy and active because loneliness and idle lifestyle will tempt you to smoke. -- convince yourself that stop smoking is good for your health and your pocketbook. -- stay away from people who smoke such as family members, friends, and coworkers. -- keep your hands busy. Hold your cellular phone or any other object instead of a cigarette. -- use a hypnosis program or hypnotherapy, preferably with the help of a certified hypnotherapist. -- ask your doctor about prescription and over-the-counter medications to help you stop smoking. -- start using skin patches and special gums available over-the-counter at health food stores and supermarkets. -- when your craving is strong, use a skin patch, chew gum, and/or exercise. Physical exercise will pump you up. -- do not give up. If you start smoking again, remember that some people have to stop many times before they stop for good. |