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Pick the date and mark it on your calendar.
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Tell friends and family about your Quit Day.
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Stock up on oral substitutes – sugarless gum, carrot sticks, and/or hard candy.
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Decide on a plan. Will you use nicotine replacement therapy? Will you attend a class? If so, sign up now.
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Practice saying, "No thank you, I don't smoke."
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Set up a support system. This could be a group class, Nicotine Anonymous, or a friend or family member who has successfully quit and is willing to help you.
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Do not smoke.
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Get rid of all cigarettes, lighters, ashtrays, and any other items related to smoking.
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Keep active – try walking, exercising, or doing other activities or hobbies.
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Drink lots of water and juices.
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Begin using nicotine replacement if that is your choice.
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Attend stop smoking class or start following a self-
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Avoid situations where the urge to smoke is strong.
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Reduce or avoid alcohol.
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