Common Frustrations Felt When It Comes To Quitting Smoking
“I feel like I can't take a break at work because I don't have a good reason.”
If you used to take a break to smoke, you probably felt justified in doing so because you were actually "doing something" when you left your post for that 5 or 10 minutes. Now you may find yourself feeling silly just standing around for 10 minutes while your coworkers slave away. First of all, realize that you deserve to spend that break any way that you want to. You don't have to be doing anything, but you could also choose to drink a glass of water, eat a healthy snack, read a chapter in a book, or write a letter.
“I used to break up my day by having a cigarette between activities. Now I don't seem to have that transition.”
Many people use smoking a cigarette as a marker throughout the day to help pace themselves and keep a sort of rhythm going. If you did, you'll need to develop a different, healthier transitional activity, such as having a glass of water, brushing your teeth, or going for a short walk.
“I can't stop thinking about a cigarette.”
Remind yourself that smoking is not an option. Say it out loud and mean it! Stop romancing the cigarettes. Refocus on the negatives of smoking (the dangers of smoking) and the positives of quitting (your reasons to quit) - not the other way around.
“Friends are telling me that I'll never make it.”
There are a number of reasons your friends may not be supportive of your efforts. First, you may be a little (or a lot) more irritable, depressed, or frustrated than usual, and your friends may want you to smoke so you'll be back to your normal self. It's not easy to face, but some of it's up to you to tell them that this is a normal part of quitting and that it will be over soon. Other friends may not want to see you succeed because your success would be a constant reminder of what they know they should be doing for themselves. Getting you to stop trying might make them feel better about their own lack of motivation. If you suspect some of your friends feel this way, encourage them to get healthy by joining you in your efforts. Hold fast to your own motivation.
“I keep forgetting why I'm trying to give up these things. I miss smoking already.”
Remember, you're really not "giving up" anything. You're gaining everything - good health, more money, fresh breath, and control over your life. Quitting smoking is something you are doing for yourself, not in spite of yourself. Recite your reasons to quit. Maybe even add to the list.
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