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January 15-21, 2012 is… National Non-Smoking Week “Breaking Up is Hard to Do” The Wellness Centre
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Reasons to Quit Health Stinks, bad breath, yellow skin Family/Friends Cost too much Peer pressure (fewer smokers) Fewer places to smoke in public Don’t like it anymore – sick of it Other reasons?
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So how do I quit? Formulate a plan – decide on the best approach for you. Two ways to quit 1. All at once 2. Cutting back Based on the way you want to quit there are a lot of tools out there to help you.
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Are you ready? Preparing to quit: –Know you own reasons for quitting. –Make a personal contract. –Pick a date to stop. –Develop a reduction plan. From Contemplation to Decision:
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The 4D’s – Drink water, deep breathe, delay and do something different Brush your teeth, chew gum Make your home & vehicle smoke free Exercise and eat right Stay positive! Tips to Quit For Yourself or Friend/Family
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Evidenced-Based Quit Aids Patch Gum Pill – Zyban Nicotine inhaler
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For information call the Smokers’ Helpline at 1-800-363-5864 www.smokershelp.net
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Interested in Quitting? Call 634-4117 For more information on a 4 week smoking cessation program… “You Can Stop By Starting with Us” The Wellnes Centre
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