Craving a Cigarette? Here’s How to Stay Smoke-Free!

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Craving a Cigarette? Here’s How to Stay Smoke-Free! Ready to quit smoking? It’s tough, but worth it. Quitting can cut your risk of another heart attack by 50% or more. Nicotine cravings are hard, but they usually pass in a few minutes. Here’s how to handle them.   References: https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/ss/cm/slideshow-stop-craving-cigarette

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00:00 Welcome back sun bro, we hope you all in great health and great money.

00:04 Before we start, please at least subscribe so we can have little money for food and paying bills.

00:09 Alright, today we are going to talk about, craving a cigarette, here's how to stay smoke free.

00:15 Ready to quit smoking, it's tough, but worth it.

00:18 Quitting can cut your risk of another heart attack by 50% or more.

00:21 Nicotine cravings are hard, but they usually pass in a few minutes.

00:25 Here's how to handle them.

00:27 1. Remember your reasons, think about why you're quitting.

00:31 Whether it's for your health, your family, or saving money, keep those reasons in mind.

00:35 Say 'em out loud, write 'em down, or snap a rubber band on your wrist as a reminder.

00:40 2. Breathe deeply, slow, deep breaths can help.

00:43 Inhale through your nose for 4 counts, letting your belly expand,

00:46 then exhale through your mouth for 4 counts. Repeat until the craving eases.

00:51 3. Exercise. Exercise helps with stress, boredom, and restlessness, boosting your mood.

00:57 Walk around the house, dance, try yoga, take the dog for a walk, or ride a bike.

01:01 Check with your doctor first for heart-safe activities.

01:05 4. Spice it up. If you miss holding a cigarette, try breathing through a cinnamon stick,

01:09 or chewing sugarless lollipops, mints, or gum. Even chewing on carrots or celery can help.

01:15 5. Go to public spaces. Public places often ban smoking.

01:19 Visit a mall, library, museum, or movie theater to distract yourself and avoid temptation.

01:24 Cravings usually lessen after two weeks.

01:27 6. Avoid triggers. Change routines that trigger cravings.

01:30 Instead of smoking after dinner, go for a walk or brush your teeth.

01:34 Take a different route to work or avoid coffee and alcohol for a few months.

01:38 7. Try medicine. Nicotine replacement therapy, like patches, gum, or lozenges, can ease cravings.

01:44 Prescription meds like bupropion, Zyban, or verinocline, Chantix, can also help.

01:49 Talk to your doctor about the best option for you.

01:52 8. Get support. Quitting is easier with help.

01:55 Call a friend or join a support group. Use hotlines or apps for quitting tips

01:59 and connect with counselors. 9. Be prepared for slip-ups.

02:03 If you slip, don't beat yourself up. Lapses happen and don't mean you've failed.

02:07 Learn from it, avoid the trigger next time, and take it one day at a time.

02:11 You can do this. Stay focused, use these tips, and take it one step at a time.

02:15 Each smoke-free day is a victory. Remember, you're not alone on this journey.

02:20 Stay strong and keep going. Thanks for watching, sun bro.

02:23 Please subscribe, like, comment, and share if you find this helpful.

02:27 Come again to our next meeting sun bro.

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