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Four ways to help someone to quit smokingIf anyone around you has decided to quit smoking, is there anything that you can do to help or do you just stand and watch for the slightest relapse. You will do yourself as well as every one around you a very big favor if you start becoming involved in the whole process of quitting smoking. Think of the bystanders who inhale second hand smoke. Here are some simple ways to help your loved one quit smoking. Join Him or HerIf you are also a smoker, think of the benefits for both of you…but best of all, your own chance of quitting becomes so much better, because you are not only supporting someone but you have someone supporting you to quit smoking It could be losing weight, exercising more, meditating or cutting back or abandoning alcohol. Whatever it may be, start helping your partner quit smoking by setting goals for yourself too. So in case he feels the urge to smoke a cigarette, you can help him by modeling how you too are staying away from brownies and French fries. Certain situations trigger smokingThere are certain situations that trigger a former smoker to start smoking again. As a way to help him quit smoking, try to make plans that do not revolve around friends who smoke or places where everyone is happily puffing away. Remove ashtrays and other stuff from around the house which can serve as constant reminders of the bad habit. Unsubscribe from smoker promotional emails and mailings that send discount coupons and other incentives to continue smoking. Start today !Start doing things together like bowling, walking in the park or even take up golf together. It may not be a magic pill, but it may help you get his mind off smoking and in to some other creative outlet. Always stay positiveCan you convince him/her of the benefits of quitting smoking by reminding him on a constant basis. Why not use e-mail to post messages or SMS him on his phone a few times a day. Of course, he may know all of it already, but subtle reminders can act as motivation and may just make the difference between lighting up another cigarette or not. Two are better than oneWhy not believe a saying that has evolved over many centuries? This works on just about any field and so much more on trying to quit smoking. People trying to lose weight fares better if they are in a group who support each other, even if it just keeps you from stealing a bite in the dead of night. You know you will have give reckoning of what you have done something not necessary when you are alone. Support each other in quitting smoking and enjoy life together. Did you enjoy this article? Please share it!          |