Smoking becomes such a large aspect of your life in part because, in order to feel normal, you need to ingest nicotine at a regular rate. You may even be addicted to some of the 4,000 other chemicals in cigarettes.

If you are struggling to quit smoking, think about how many people you know who have already quit. Think about all the other people who will try again today to quit. You also have what it takes to become an ex-smoker. Every day, people like you are discovering that they can indeed live without cigarettes. In fact, it’s the only way to live.

If you need a little help getting started, please take a look at Preparing to Quit Smoking.

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Excerpts from Give It Up! Stop Smoking for Life provided with permission from author and publisher.