- Take deep breaths. Often.
- Remember, the craving only lasts 3-5 minutes. Or 30 seconds. or less. Nowhere near as long as you've held it in line at a restroom.
- Nicotine gum just irritates my mouth.
- Tell everyone you know that you are quitting. The thought of the shame of not quitting would be unbearable.
- Drink lots of water. This flushes the system. This also gives me something to do when I stand up besides run out back for a smoke.
- Avoid coffee. At least in the afternoon.
- Balanced diet. Don't make your body crave anything else.
- Vitamins.
- Gum and breath mints. I'll lose 10 pounds because I think I'm full at meal time. Mints.
- Run. Exercise. Good thing my neighbors don't see me dancing in the morning.
- Call a quitting buddy (anybody who can help). and ask for help.
- Make a list of reasons to quit.
- Don't avoid all triggers. Sitting at a computer is a trigger for me, but it's my job. So is driving. But sitting and watching the tube isn't necessary. I'll get more work done.
- Go to the local health food store and ask. They helped me.
- This from my niece:
Hope these help. Good luck, if I did it, anyone can.
It's been almost two years for me now.
Love you
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