Quit Date Countdown
Choosing a date to stop smoking is an important step in becoming smoke-free. It will help you focus in on your goal.
Make sure you give yourself some time to get everything planned and practice mini-quits before the actual quit date arrives. Make sure you don't set the quit date so far ahead that you lose focus. A good rule is to set your quit date within 30 days from when you first decide you want to become smoke-free.
If your quit date arrives and things are very busy at that time, you should consider postponing your quit date for a week or so until life is less stressful. Quitting during a stressful time in your life may mean you will not be as successful as you would be when trying to quit during a time of less stress. This may also lower your drive to keep trying. But it is important to remember there will never be a time when you are completely stress-free. Avoid the trap of using any amount of stress as a reason to keep on smoking.
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My quit date is: ______________________ 5 days before your quit date: - Think about why you are quitting smoking 4 days before your quit date: - Stock up on the tools that will help you deal with the feelings in your mouth 3 days before your quit date: - Think about who you can call when you need help; give them a call to 2 days before your quit date: - Put up the Road Map where you can see it. The night before your quit date: - Throw away lighters and ashtrays. |
