Self care tips
Suggest the following tips to help smokers succeed in their quit attempts:
- Set a quit date and stick to it
- Make a plan that includes how to handle situations where temptations lie, and stick to it
- List your reasons for quitting and have the list handy for when extra encouragement is needed
- Identify when cravings are likely to hit and have some strategies to cope with these times (for example, exercise can help reduce cravings)
- Get rid of all smoking reminders, such as ashtrays and lighters
- Plan what to do with the time and money freed up by stopping smoking
- Get support from friends, family members and quit advisors.