There are many excellent reasons why quitting smoking is one of the most common bucket list items. Not only does it offer enormous health benefits for you, and your family, but with cigarettes continually rising in price, it could save you thousands of pounds over the course of a year. That money can be put towards holidays, days out, and other items on your bucket list, so quitting smoking is indeed a win-win goal.
Strategies for Quitting
Of course, nicotine is an addictive substance, and giving up smoking is easier said than done. Fortunately, there are many strategies out there that you can turn to. Recent research has suggested that going completely ‘cold turkey‘ may be the best way to quit, but that’s unlikely to be the right course of action for everyone.
Good Times To Quit
If possible, try to quit smoking at a point in your life when there is as little stress as possible that you could be distracted by. If you’re struggling to stay on top of things, it’s much more likely that you’ll find yourself craving a nicotine hit and soon fall back into your old lifestyle.
“Try and stay focused on what the change means for your health, your family and your finances.”
It’s also crucial to take care of yourself in other ways when you’re trying to quit smoking. It’s a massive life change, and you’ll almost certainly fail if you’re simultaneously trying to give up smoking, lose weight, and start a new job. Instead, focus on just quitting smoking, and allow yourself a few indulgent treats if that will help you to get over the line.
Above all, let others help you in your journey towards quitting smoking. They’re most likely to be supportive and will want to help you reach your goal. We wish you the best of luck!
