Fight Your Cravings

Remember, the urge will pass whether you smoke or not.

The 6 D's

1) Drink Water. Use your water bottle to help with the urges. Sometimes all you need are a few sips.
2) Deep Breathing. Breathe in slowly while counting to four. Hold for four counts. Slowly exhale, counting to four. Pause for four counts. Repeat until the urge passes.
3) Delay. Once the urge hits, wait a bit longer before reaching for the cigs ... the urge usually passes in 5 to 10 minutes. In the meantime, play a game on the computer, call a friend or brush your teeth.
4) Drop. Chew on gum or a toothpick, squeeze a stress ball in your hand ... just do something.
5) Dialogue. Talk with or email someone who supports your quitting process or your local quit line for some words of encouragement. We could all use 'em!
6) Don't Give Up. A positive attitude can help you stick to your plan even when you feel like giving up.

Substitutes/Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)
Consult a doctor or medical professional.
What: Patch, gum, lozenge, spray to help withdrawal from the nicotine addiction in tobacco.
Note: Expensive $$$, side effects.

Medications
Consult doctor or medical professional.
What: To accept the suggestion to quit smoking requires a deep state of relaxation and "openness to suggestion."
Where: Appointment with a certified hypnotherapist.
Who: People that are open to trying new things, giving up control, relaxing.
Note: May cost a lot of money $$$, multiple visits often required.