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Thinking of the role smoking plays in your life.
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Seeking out opportunities to talk about smoking with others.
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Observing ways nonsmokers respond to situations which you respond by smoking.
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Observing other smokers carefully, paying special attention to the negative aspects of the habit.
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Seeking out friends who recently quit smoking.
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Beginning regular fitness program.
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Practicing one stress reducing activity-deep relaxation techniques, yoga, reading a magazine.
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Keeping a smoking journal where you write down your thoughts about smoking.
Resources:
American Lung Association
American Cancer Association
American Heart Association
Quit Net
Nicotine Anonymous
Phone numbers:
California Smoker’s Helpline: 1-800-NO-BUTTS (662-8887)
Nicotine Anonymous: 1-800-642-0666
Books:
No-Nag, No-Guilt, Do-It-Your-Own-Way Guide to Quitting Smoking
Quit and Stay Quit – A Personal Program to Stop Smoking: Quit & Stay Quit Nicotine Cessation Program
