Planning to Quit
Are you planning to quit soon?
It may help to take a little time to get ready before you
actually go for it. Put together your own toolbox to help you prepare to quit for good!
Tools
- A desire to quit
- A visit to your doctor for support and advice with your quit plan
- Your list of reasons why you want to quit
- A calendar to mark your quit date
- A list of family and friends who will support you
- Solutions for triggers that could lead you back to smoking
- A plan for getting rid of ashtrays, lighters and cigarettes
- An exercise plan (with doctor approval)
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- Healthy snacks
- Strategies for managing stress
- A list of 'replacements' and other things to do instead of smoke
- Access to resources to help you manage cravings (medications)
- Lessons learned from prior quit attempts
- A money jar - to collect all your savings from not buying tobacco
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