Why is it Difficult to Quit Smoking? Let’s Make it Easy!

Raise your hand if you’ve been personally victimised by the statement, “Weren’t you going to quit smoking?” ✋ We know it’s not easy at all. 2 out of 3 people who smoke try to quit; we’re not saying it, the American Cancer Society says that. But when the media around you portrays it as cool and glamorised, it’s bound to affect you psychologically. One Reddit user also claimed that they felt ‘relieved’ after smoking during a particularly hectic work period. From shortness of breath to Cancer, we know that the cons of smoking far outweigh the pros.

So, How Does One Quit Smoking the Right Way?

  1. Going Cold Turkey: While you might be tempted to take the path of quitting your vices instantly, it’s easier said than done. ‘Smoking’ as an act is directly interlinked to your everyday routine. A cigarette with your breakfast, one during tea, one on a hectic day, and the system continues. When you try to break this dependence on smoking, your other systems take a hit too

  2. Starting Small and Resisting Cravings: Try to remove or reduce the situations where one would inadvertently end up smoking. You don’t need to crucify yourself for having these cravings; they’re strong, especially early on. Distract yourself with an activity that doesn’t remind you of smoking

  3. Create a Workout Regimen: Yes, go ahead, cuss us for trying to look out for you. But if you were relying on tobacco/smoking to destress, it’s about time to find a better way. Do some yoga, hit the gym, cancel all your party plans, and block all your friends who keep asking you to meet and smoke, just kidding

  4. Find Yourself a Support Group: When you’re trying to quit smoking, it can feel lonely. But it doesn’t have to. Sharing this goal with your friends can also help you have accountability partners who give you reality checks, and when needed

  5. Nicotine Replacement Therapy: The World Health Organization and the American Cancer Society consider NRTs a reliable way to quit smoking, as they help with the cravings and physical withdrawal symptoms. 

Curious About NRTs? We Thought So! Here’s How They Work

Firstly, Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is not tobacco or tobacco-adjacent. Nicotine that is used in NRT does not contain carcinogens such as tar, carbon monoxide, and other harmful substances found in cigarettes and smokeless tobacco products. These NRTs are available in different formats like lozenges, patches, chewing gum, etc., to replace the discomfort you’d feel after quitting.

Wondering where Crave comes into the picture? Well, we make kickass nicotine candies ‘cause we love to have fun without the nasties. Available in 3 amazing flavours, our nicotine candies are for you if you’ve been trying to quit smoking the right way. 

 

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