When someone is considering smoking cessation, it is important to think about the different stages.
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Stage 1: Breakthrough
Smoker has identified themselves as being concerned about their health as well as those around them. This is the stage where smokers are wondering if they should quit or cut down.
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Stage 2: Resourceful
Smokers begin to seek and gather information about how to quit smoking. They also begin to explore more healthier alternatives.
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Stage 3: First steps
Smokers begin taking steps to change their smoking habits. Ex. cutting down on the amount, getting more exercise, coping through family and friends.
