There’s a common issue with Android phones related to the widgets: they stop being updated periodically, looking totally frozen. For example, the app could say that you quitted 30 days ago while the widget says that you quitted only 15 days ago. So sad. That’s related with an automatic battery saver that some phones have. To […]
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S.T.A.R: The way to quit smoking
According to the World Health Organization, if you want to quit smoking, the first tip we can give you is to follow the S.T.A.R. method: an evidence-based quit plan that incorporates these elements: 1. Set a quit date: now, today, or ideally within two weeks 2. Tell family, friends and co-workers about quitting, and request understanding […]
How serious is the nicotine dependency?
Sadly, nicotine dependence has been classified as a chronic, relapsing disease. It’s a long-term disorder that may have periods of relapse and remission that require repeated intervention, similar to other chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension. That’s why you should stop smoking as soon as possible. We encourage you to quit smoking by the cold […]
Only one more cigarette… could I smoke only one?
You can’t smoke. Studies demonstrated that quitting is easier when you do it by the cold turkey way. So remember your decision, don’t smoke anymore, and achieve your goal: to become an ex-smoker.
What is the cold turkey way to quit?
Quitting cold turkey means giving up smoking all at once. There is people who encourage quitters to stop smoking gradually, but according to the World Health Organization, choosing one day and quitting for good has less chance to relapse. So I encourage you to quit by the cold turkey way, and if possible, avoid all […]
Health benefits of quitting tobacco
According to the World Health Organization, there are immediate and long-term health benefits of quitting for all smokers. Beneficial health changes that take place: – Within 20 minutes, your heart rate and blood pressure drop. – 12 hours, the carbon monoxide level in your blood drops to normal. – 2-12 weeks, your circulation improves and […]
Your first day without tobacco
The first day is the harder one. The best advice is to just think in the next 24 hours. Focus on it instead of thinking in the whole life. First, 24 hours. Next day, 48 hours. Eventually, you will count days instead of hours, and weeks instead of days.
Dealing with anger and anxiety
The best way to deal with anger and anxiety is to be assertive and deal with your feelings. Remove yourself from a stress situation before things get out of hand. Walk away and take a break, for example, by chatting with a friend. Taking some slow deep breaths, going outside for a walk… It’s only […]
How to deal with the work breaks?
If smoking during breaks was a habit, you need to find something new to do. For example, ask a non-smoking friend who supports your decision to quit to join you for a brisk walk. You will still get the reward of social time, and you’ll also enjoy new rewards like fresh air and that invigorated […]
Are the transdermal patches effective?
According to the World Health Organization, transdermal patches are one of the «Essential Medicines» to replace nicotine. Transdermal patches and chewing gums were placed there on the recommendation of the 17th Expert Committee on the Selection and Use of Essential Medicines, which met in Geneva 23-27 March 2009. In making its recommendation, the committee cited […]