After deciding to quit smoking, you should prepare for the Quit Day by changing your environment, lifestyle, and daily routines.
Pick a Day:
- Pick a day that is less stressful and less busy, like on a weekend or holiday.
- Pick a worthwhile day to remember, such as someone’s birthday, or the first day of the month.
Social Support:
- Talk to people who have quit smoking, learn from their experiences.
- Tell your family and friends your quit date so they can support and encourage you.
- Identify some friends who will listen and to whom you can talk when you find it difficult to withstand the unpleasant symptoms of withdrawal.
Remove All the Signs of Tobacco:
- Throw away all cigarettes, lighters, and ashtrays from your house and car.
- Clean your house, car, and clothes to remove the smell of cigarette.
Avoid Your Smoking Triggers:
- Drink plenty of water (at least eight glasses each day).
- Increase your exercise and other physical activities; walk a few times each day.
- Rest more often.
- Drive a different route to work, or drive with a friend who doesn’t smoke.
- Keep yourself busy by doing projects you enjoy.
- Stay away from alcohol, coffee, and friends who still smoke.