When one decides to quit smoking, it will be one of the best decisions tot take. But suddenly deciding to quit smoking is not going to be easy, especially if one has been doing it for a while. The path will be challenging, and it will take multiple tries before one is finally capable of entering the smoking cessation phase. So, let’s discuss how one can quit smoking with some effective strategies.

1. Finding a Reason
One cannot be motivated to kick the habit unless they have a powerful reason to stop. The reason can be anything, but it should be strong enough to stick to the plan. Regardless, one must choose a reason strong enough to fight all urges and quit smoking.

2.  Chewing Gum and Snacking Healthy
Typically, tobacco addition is so deep-rooted and persistent that one feels that they must do something else when they don’t smoke. Instead of disregarding such a thought, it would be best if one gave their distracted mind something to do. One of the most effective ways to overcome the strong urge of smoking a cigarette is eating a crunchy snack. Hence, anytime one is experiencing those moments of cravings, they can pick a healthy, crunchy snack, like carrots, nuts, seeds, or apples, and enjoy it. However, if this does strategy does not help and the craving seems to be persistent, one should try sugar-free gum as a backup. Smokers in the past have stated that chewing spicy cinnamon gum has helped them overcome their craving for a cigarette. One must remember to not let go of their days of progress with just an urge. At times, it will take nothing more than a glass of water for this craving to pass. The challenge is to bear the discomfort and keep the will to stay clean strong.

3. Avoiding  Triggers
One’s urges to smoke a cigarette are maximum in the situation of the places where they have smoked most often. Such circumstances normally arise at places like bars, parties, with a group of friends, on days one works late at night, while they have their morning coffee, or anytime they feel stressed or demotivated. The idea is to identify these triggers and then dodge or overcome them without indulging in the act of smoking.

4.  Seeking Support
One may have a better chance of quitting smoking if they have a friend or a family member who wishes to give up smoking. There are also support groups that can motivate one to be persistent on their journey to quit. Studies suggest that one are four times more likely to quit smoking when an expert encourages them to stay on the path.

The strategies mentioned above may not be 100% certain ways to quit smoking, but they have shown a high success rate among quite a  few people who have tried.