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Want to quit smoking? Start with these three tips!

Published by in Health on July 3rd, 2014

Quit Smoking When it comes to making the commitment to stop smoking forever, there are three basic tips that WellAdvantage Director of Coaching Programs Liz Clark believes can make the difference between success and failure.

“Every time we talk to ex-smokers, these three tips are cited time after time,” Liz reports. “Best of all, they are simple and free.”

So are you ready for success? Here’s how to start:

1. Develop a plan and set a quit date. You wouldn’t go on vacation without packing would you? Give yourself a date to quit and have your plan in place. Start planning activities and outings where temptations are minimized – the gym, a museum, playing tennis or a smoke-free restaurant.2. Tell others you’re quitting and seek their support.

Let your friends and family know you’re quitting. Ask them for their support and encouragement. Engage non-smokers to help you. Invite others to quit with you. Harness the energy of peer pressure to stay the course!

3. Find new ways to manage stress.

If you are a smoker who uses tobacco to counter stress, finding new ways to reduce tension is important. Many ex-smokers report that the increase in physical activity they build into their lives when they quit smoking is an amazing stress reducer. Another stress reliever is meditation. Rely on the things that relax you to aid in your smoke-free journey – whether it’s reading a book, gardening, exercising or simply enjoying the simple pleasure of a sunset.

A final tip from Liz is one that everyone will appreciate: the financial rewards. To calculate just how much money you can save as an ex-smoker, go to: http://smokefree.gov/reasons-to-quit

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Smoke Free

Published by in Corporate Wellness, Health on December 6th, 2011
If you want to stop smoking, here are a few ideas that may help in the process. List your reasons for smoking and note the time and place where smoking most often occurs. Determine what you will do instead during those times. Remind yourself of all the health benefits of not smoking and how thankful your heart and lungs will be for allowing them to breathe clean air.
Tell your family, friends and co-workers of your plan and write down the date you will begin to live smoke free. As the date approaches, clean the house, send your clothes to the cleaners to rid them of the smell of cigarette smoke and throw out all the cigarettes and matches. Go for a walk each day and take some deep breaths congratulating yourself on a new healthy plan for the

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rest of your life. Consider giving yourself a treat with the money you’ll save not having to buy cigarettes. Keep very busy during the first few weeks of not smoking and have someone you can reach out to when you need to talk.

Change old habits by instituting new ones to replace them. For example, if you smoke while watching television, then have a pretzel nearby to hold or chew as you enjoy the show. Try brushing your teeth often with a peppermint flavor to give a different taste to the mouth. If you are using the nicotine patch or gum or any medication, consult with your doctor for the best advice and treatment available. Savor the food you eat and recognize new flavors you may have missed while smoking.
Two great resources are the National Cancer Institute’s Smoking Quitline: 1-877-44U-QUIT (1-877-448-7848) and the website at http://smokefree.gov. The toll-free number provides helpful messages 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Here you can learn about nicotine craving and solutions, the benefits of not smoking and numerous other related topics. During working hours, you can speak with a counselor as well. Congratulations to you on embarking on such a health-worthy venture.
Article by Bob McDowell, Certified Personal Trainer.
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The Great American Smokeout – November 17, 2011

Published by in Corporate Wellness, Health on November 17th, 2011

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Tips to Help with Smoking Cessation
One reason people smoke is that the nicotine helps them relax.  Once you quit, you’ll need another way to cope with stress.  Try getting regular massages, listening to relaxing music or learning yoga or tai chi.  If possible, avoid stressful situations during the first few weeks after you stop smoking.In addition to the tremendous health benefits, one of the perks of giving up cigarettes is all the money you will save.  Reward yourself by spending part of it on something fun.
The Great American Smokeout
November 17, 2011
 
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