Jakarta –
Quitting smoking is one of the dominant New Year’s resolutions. However, doing so is not easy, especially for those who are addicted to cigarettes.
However, quitting smoking is something that can be done if someone has a strong determination. Quoted from the Mayo Clinic and WebMD, here are the 10 best ways to stop smoking that you can try.
1. Deepen the reasons for quitting smoking
To be motivated, someone needs a strong personal reason to stop smoking. Protecting families from the risks of secondhand smoke is one example.
Other examples are to reduce the chance of developing lung cancer and heart disease, or wanting to look and feel younger.
Choose a reason that is strong enough to overcome the desire to smoke.
2. Prepare yourself before stopping completely
Quitting smoking is more than just throwing away cigarettes. The reason is, smoking is an addiction that makes the brain addicted to nicotine.
Seek support first. Ask a doctor or find out about all the methods that will help, such as smoking cessation apps, counseling, medication, and even hypnosis. With this, someone will be better prepared for their decision to stop smoking.
3. Look for nicotine replacement therapy
Quitting smoking can give smokers headaches, affect their mood, and even drain their energy. Nicotine replacement therapy can overcome the urge to smoke.
Research shows that chewing gum, lozenges, and nicotine patches can overcome the urge to smoke and increase the chances of success in a smoking cessation program.
4. Avoid triggers
The urge to smoke tends to appear at certain times, such as when at a bar, when feeling stressed, or when sipping coffee. Find out what your own triggers are and make a plan to avoid them.
Don’t let yourself be tempted to smoke. If you usually smoke while on the phone, for example, have a pen and paper within reach to occupy yourself with doodling instead of smoking.
5. Get support from those closest to you
Tell friends, family and other close people that you are trying to quit smoking. They can encourage you to keep going, especially when you are tempted to smoke.
Joining a support community or talking to a counselor can also help. Behavioral therapy is a type of counseling that can help identify and stick to smoking cessation strategies.
(Syifaa F. Izzati/kna)
2023-12-25 22:00:22
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