One minute you're a happy camper, the fact that you have managed to finally put a stop to smoking is keeping you feeling motivated. Then a few stressful events happen and you reach out... Imagine planning your quit attempt as if you were planning a day out. You'd pack a mac for if it rains, make sure you've got some loose change for parking, take some snacks. And what if the kids start bickering, will they need some activities to keep them quiet in the car? It's the same with planning a quit attempt. Don't fall into the trap of thinking, "I'll deal with it when it happens".
Ask yourself:
What might be an everyday trigger for me to want to smoke? Will it be after a meal, or perhaps that person / situation that stresses you every time. You know your triggers, thinking specifically about what they are and making sure you're prepared for them will really help you be a more effective non-smoker. What will I put in place beforehand to make sure that I don't reach for a cigarette?
Will you throw away all your cigarettes and lighters, perhaps wash up and put away all the ashtrays? Creating a "Goodbye" ritual can be a great way to make it clear to yourself on all levels that you're serious about becoming smoke free. Which situations will really test me? And what will I do to make sure I pass the test? Getting clear about these triggers and proper preparation with counteractive possibilities will strengthen your effectiveness as a happier, healthier non-smoker. You know the answer to these questions. Quite possibly you know the answer because you've been there before. So work out your triggers and put plans in place to combat them.
Ask yourself:
What might be an everyday trigger for me to want to smoke? Will it be after a meal, or perhaps that person / situation that stresses you every time. You know your triggers, thinking specifically about what they are and making sure you're prepared for them will really help you be a more effective non-smoker. What will I put in place beforehand to make sure that I don't reach for a cigarette?
Will you throw away all your cigarettes and lighters, perhaps wash up and put away all the ashtrays? Creating a "Goodbye" ritual can be a great way to make it clear to yourself on all levels that you're serious about becoming smoke free. Which situations will really test me? And what will I do to make sure I pass the test? Getting clear about these triggers and proper preparation with counteractive possibilities will strengthen your effectiveness as a happier, healthier non-smoker. You know the answer to these questions. Quite possibly you know the answer because you've been there before. So work out your triggers and put plans in place to combat them.
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