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Just Before Quitting
Practice going
without cigarettes.
Don't think
of never smoking again. Think of quitting in terms
of 1 day at a time.
Tell yourself
you won't smoke today, and then don't.
Clean your clothes
to rid them of the cigarette smell, which can linger a long
time.
On the Day You Quit
Throw away all
your cigarettes and matches. Hide your lighters and ash
trays.
Visit the dentist
and have your teeth cleaned to get rid of tobacco stains.
Notice how nice they look and resolve to keep them that
way.
Make a list
of things you'd like to buy for yourself or someone else.
Estimate the cost in terms of packs of cigarettes, and put
the money aside to buy these presents.
Keep very busy
on the big day. Go to the movies, exercise, take long walks,
go bike riding.
Remind your
family and friends that this is your quit date, and ask
them to help you over the rough spots of the first couple
of days and weeks.
Buy yourself
a treat or do something special to celebrate.
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