For many smokers the desire to quit smoking is strong yet it seems no matter what they do, they just can't seem to break this devastating habit. The inability to quit smoking causes many to privately belittle themselves and curse their seeming weakness.
For others it seems they simply wake up one morning and decide to quit smoking. What makes the difference in these people? Is someone who decides to quit smoking like this a stronger person than the one who has yet to become a non-smoker? Let's evaluate.
First off, most people even smokers don't really enjoy smoking. For some the nicotine addiction is strong. Nicotine is very addictive, and breaking this addiction by not smoking can be very trying and difficult. Even after months have passed, there are those who will start smoking again. So, if you're one who has yet to quit smoking don't berate or belittle yourself.
By the same token, don't give up on the idea to quit smoking. Yes, nicotine is addictive, but it is an addiction that can be broken. There are several aids available to help you quit smoking. There's gum, there's patches, and there's even inhalers containing nicotine, that will gradually help you wean yourself from the addiction as you quit smoking. All of these aids do have merit.
One component is mandatory if any of these aids are to work for the person that has previously tried to quit smoking and failed. This component is your attitude. Before you even begin the actual process to quit smoking, you will most likely need some adjustments in your attitude. If you prepare yourself before you actually quit smoking, your chances for success are much better.
The way to begin to prepare yourself is to come to certain realizations. First off, you can't quit just because someone told you it is bad for your health. You can't quit because your significant other wants you to quit smoking. Most likely fear is not a good motivator for you either. You've developed a strong will to continue, even though you berate yourself for it.
About the author:
David Olsen is the founder of http://www.40something-fitness.com, the website that helps you defy middle-age. Mr Olsen is married with a young son.
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