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What are the best relaxation methods when giving up smoking

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donna24
donna24

I gave up smoking a couple of years ago and was successful however last year I started again and the time has come to give up again....I am now on my second day without aids because they never really seem to help me but I am feeling anxious any ideas?

 

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  • rhyieka
    rhyieka donna24

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    When giving up smoking, you'll body will experience what we called as withdrawal syndrome and water fasting can be one of a good way to put your body in lax mode.  It will not just help you iliminate your smoking habit but as well as promote healthy way of living.
  • monicaham
    monicaham donna24

    Posted

    Well done you for giving up!!! I gave up smoking 8 years ago. Alcohol was my may trigger. I stopped drinking for awhile to help get over the initial cravings.

    Here are a couple of things I tried to help pass the time when the need for a fag was to great. Also keeping my hands occupied was essential. I'd go for a short brisk walk with very light weights. I took up knitting and the Rubik's cube. I never got very far with the cubesad it became more frustrating than relaxing! I did end up with a wonderful new hobby!

    Keep at it .... good luck!!

  • olivia39511
    olivia39511 donna24

    Posted

    I smoked for 40 years. I tried the patch, gum, pills and hypnosis. Nothing worked for me except the electronic cigarette. I know there are are people who say you are substituting one for another, but I felt relieved I was not inhaling hundreds of toxic chemicals. I am now off the nicotine and now use only non nicotine liquids that have a vareity of flavors. I have my energy back and going for long walks and am saving money that would be up in smoke !
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