More tips and thoughts on quitting smoking permanently

Anyone who has quit smoking cigarettes understands how challenging it can be -- difficult but not insurmountable. Freeing yourself from nicotine addiction can only be done a step at a time. Check out these top tips on quitting from the site, Action on Smoking and Health (a British anti-smoking campaign).
Top tips on quitting Fact Sheet #24

Moments of extraordinary stress can tempt you to smoke again within the first few weeks of quitting. Keep in mind that cigarettes aren’t going fix your problems or make things better. Only you can take control and find help to solve problems.

“Quitting smoking is one of the most important things that you will ever do…” from the Tobacco Free Maine Web site. If you want to help a smoker quit, here are some suggestions from the Partnership for a Tobacco-Free Maine.

Does your partner nag you about smoking? A calm conversation about how he or she can best help you may
smooth the road to quitting.

If nicotine withdrawal makes you irritable, frustrated, or you have trouble falling asleep, try relaxing with a Neck Warmer. Avoid caffeine and alcohol as they are both stimulants.

Check out Maine Warmers’ Cozy Critters for more options in neck wraps and back warmers to help you relax.