Most people will experience some of these symptoms, but rarely all of them.
It’s important to implement lifestyle habits that can help ease the symptoms of withdrawal.
This article includes tips to beat back cravings and help reinforce your decision to quit.
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Consider making the first entry in your journal a list of the reasons you have toquit smoking.
From the largest, most obvious reasons to the smallest, each and everyone counts.
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Stay Well-Hydrated With Water
Water is critical for the human body to function properly.
It makes up 2/3 of our body weight,and every cell and organ depends on it.
Without water, a person would die within days.
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That can only help as you make your way through the discomforts of nicotine withdrawal.
Eat Nutrient-Dense Foods
When we quit smoking, our bodies suffer a bit of shock.
Combat this by making it a point to eat food that gives your body the nutrition it needs.
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Adding a daily multivitamin during early smoking cessation is a good idea too.
Pamper yourself with a few treats here and there, but don’t go overboard.
Think 80/2080% nutritious and 20% treats.
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This ratio should keep you fueled and satisfied during the discomforts of nicotine withdrawal.
Be patient with yourself, and don’t have a go at do too much too soon.
Think of exercise as a tool, not a chore.
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A few ideas:
Think of your daily reward as an investment in your smoke-free future.
Practice Deep Breathing
Cravings to smoke usually come on fast and with force.
They start off strong and fade in intensity within three to five minutes.
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Don’t panic when you’re hit with an intense urge to smoke.
Deep breathingis a quick way to stop a negative mindset that is threatening to spin out of control.
When cravings to smoke strike, you’ll want to act quickly.
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Nine times out of 10, the urge is gone within moments.
Our thoughts color our lives.
Sleep More
That foggy, lethargic feeling after you quit smoking is completely normal.
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If you’re tired and can manage it during the day, take a power nap.
Go to bed a little earlier than usual too, if you oughta.
Don’t worry about yesterday, tomorrow, or forever.
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You have the ability to stay smoke-free just for today, don’t you?
That’s all you gotta do.
Healing from nicotine addiction is a process of gradual release that happens one day at a time.
Be patient with yourself and allow recovery to unfold for you as it will.
Enjoy the journey, and be sure to use the precious moments oftodayto the best of your ability.
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