Have you been with the habit of tobacco for years and want to free yourself from it? In addition to winning in health, you will also notice your pocket, hence it is something worth not trying, but getting.
It is also possible that you tried on numerous occasions, that you have submitted to ten treatments, went to the doctor, the psychologist, you have used patches, electronic cigarettes, and even went to yoga...So? What to do when it seems that we have exhausted all the resources?
First of all we must bear in mind that when it comes to quitting smoking, not everyone serves the same things .There are those who get it with their willpower, and others instead, find help in simple things, such as sports.You only need to "find that fits with us".
From Lifestyle we want to propose 7 strategies to put them into practice if you want to.The most important thing, as you would have been told so many times, is your will.We would add another one: your creativity. Your brain needs to divert that need discovering other interests .It is worth putting it into practice.
Think about the day to day, not the "never again"
Let's start with something essential : get mentalized.There are those who get up in the morning and say to themselves and others that "I don't smoke again, I quit forever" .Two hours later, he is hiding in the bathroom lighting a cigarette.It is complicated that this can be accomplished just like that.
The best thing is to go moment by moment. One day without smoking It is a victory, and the victories are achieved little by little.
Fighting against the triggers and stimuli
One aspect that we are going to have to control are without a doubt those moments that we associate most with the tobacco habit , and of course, manage them.Mentalize that we have to fight them.Think about it for a moment... What is the time of day in What more need do you have to light a cigarette?
- Most people feel a strong desire to smoke as soon as they get up.
- When they drink coffee.
- In moments of rest during work or in class or university breaks.
- When we meet friends, in moments of leisure.
- You can write a list of those "critical" moments to fight them mentally.And remember, day by day and little by little.
Eliminate the smell of tobacco
It may seem silly, but many people find a sensory relief by not perceiving the classic smell of snuff .Therefore, it would be very appropriate to start by washing curtains, cushions, covers, the interior of the car...You It will also serve to visualize «that liberation», a first step towards change.
We will change routines
To overcome our purpose we will have to change habits. Any change is a new stimulus for our c erect and a way to divert attention when the withdrawal syndrome arrives , and the need for that cigarette.
- If you just woke up you smoked a cigarette, now take your mouth a candy, a chewing gum.
- If during your work breaks you went out to smoke, now go for a few minutes.Avoid staying still, buy a magazine, nuts.Avoid stimulants like coffee because always they are associated with tobacco.
- Try to do new things every day, no matter how simple they are.
Yes to physical exercise
Go for a walk , to ride a bike, join a gym, dance classes, sports...In addition to meeting new people, will help you control anxiety, divert our attention and the need for that dose of nicotine.
Keep in mind that every purpose requires will.And it's not worth that" I smoke one and then I propose again."That way the only thing that we get is that after that last assumption, another arrives more.
Water with flavors
It is necessary that you stay hydrated throughout the day .When we stop smoking we suffer anxiety, nerves...All this causes that We suffer small organic imbalances, hence it is necessary that you drink between a liter and a half and two liters of liquids.
Now, another trick that usually helps is to drink or eat things with intense flavors.This supplements the taste of tobacco itself, it is stimulating and pleasant.Do not hesitate to drink water with lemon, with mint, with tea, you can make infusions and juices with acidic fruits.
New hobbies
Quitting smoking means giving a change in your life, and every change requires new paths, new stimuli. The brain needs to divert its attention when nicotine demands you, hence it is good for you to start new ones projects, sign up for courses, meet new people…
Every day your mind will be more focused and your body will feel less that need that in the long term is so harmful to your life.Do not hesitate, stop Smoking will be one of the best things you can do.
Do we start today? If you can't get it, remember our article on the curse of Marlboro men.
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