- Alcohol. Many people have a habit of smoking
when they drink. TIP: switch to non-alcoholic drinks or drink only
in places where smoking inside is prohibited. Alternatively, try
snacking on nuts and chips, or chewing on a straw or cocktail
stick.
- Other smokers. When friends, family, and
co-workers smoke around you, it is doubly difficult to quit or
avoid relapse. TIP: Your social circles need to know that you are
changing your habits so talk about your decision to quit. Let them
know they won't be able to smoke when you're in the car with them
or taking a coffee break together. In your workplace, don't take
all your coffee breaks with smokers only, do something else
instead, or find non-smokers to have your breaks with.
- End of a meal. For some smokers, ending a meal
means lighting up, and the prospect of giving that up may appear
daunting. TIP: replace that moment after a meal with something such
as a piece of fruit, a (healthy) dessert, a square of chocolate, or
a stick of gum.