They tend to come on strong and decrease gradually until they’re finally gone.
All it’s crucial that you do is shift gears and do something entirely different for a few minutes.
Go for a Walk
Sitting still only allows you to stew inyour emotions.
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Get up and move about.
Take a Mental Vacation
Close your eyes.
This is a practice better known asguided imagery.
It is astress-reduction techniquebest done in a room that is quiet and not overly bright.
Take Some Deep Breaths
Breathingis one of those unconscious functions we take for granted.
By weighing the pros and cons, you remind yourself that there are benefits and consequences to every action.
Have a Portable Hobby
This strategy is all about distraction.
Findsomething you enjoy doingthat’s easy to pick up and put down at a moment’s notice.
You could work a crossword puzzle or read a few pages from a novel.
Avoid action-packed video games or any activity that is more likely to raise your blood pressure than lower it.
Anxiety or excitement can be a prime trigger for smoking that you oughta avoid rather than incite.
These snacks can send your blood sugar on a rollercoaster ride and make cravings worse.
If you find that someone lights up a cigarette near you, change locations.
Try Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT)is an option to help reduce cravings.
NRT administers small amounts of nicotine without the other toxins in cigarettes.
NRT comes in gum, patches for your skin, lozenges, mouth spray, and other forms.
Talk to a doctor about whether NRT is the right choice for you.
Call a Friend
If you are in distress, why go it alone?
Instead, take a few minutes to connect with someone you care about.
Doing so may also lift their spirits, as well.
You’ll be surprised at how willing people are to offer support if you ask.
It’s a simple yet powerful way to pull yourself out of a slump and renew your motivation.
The important thing is to keep positive.
You will get there.
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