Why stop smoking quickly?

Why stop smoking quickly?
by Andy Morey

Smoking has become a very "dirty" word in the USA lately. Almost everywhere you look, you see lawsuits and cities banning smoking. They are banning smoking everywhere, even trying to ban smoking in personal vehicles. One hospital is terminating employees for smoking!! Why? Well probably due to the health problems associated with smoking and the cost of insuring smokers. This should give you some reasons why. Smoking kills almost 400,000 people yearly. Almost 25% of house fires are caused by smoking, which leads to almost 1000 deaths and 3000 injuries let alone the damage to the house. As you quit you regain lung function. You also decrease your chances of cancer and heart disease. Think of the money you will save(multiply the cost of a pack and how many a day by the number of days in a year). the cost could amaze you. One pack per day at 3.00 per pack(prices vary, this is for demonstration only:))This is $1095 per year. Some tips can help. The first and most important is that you recognize a problem. That is the classic twelve steppers beginning. Realize that it can take multiple attempts and don't get discouraged. Also know that it is OK to get help. 95% of those who quit on their own reststart. Get help. Try nicotine substitutes, gum, or meds such as Zyban. Read books on how to stop. Change up your routine. this will help get your mind off smoking. Some people swear by keeping your hands and mind busy. If you start a program don't ask if it works, it does for some, but you must have the focus and willingness to put the program into action. If you don quit, you will still get urges. Fight the temptation. Urges decrease over time and last only a few minutes anyway. Dont forget that most people quit several times before stopping for good. If you are the spouse or significant other of a smoker DON'T NAG!! This will only hurt in his/her attempts to quit. Be supportive. For more tips Click Here!
About the Author
Andy is the father of two young daughters