Cigarette smoking is an addictive habit. Like any addict, in order to stop, the first step is always the admission that you have a problem. For many, the first step is often the most difficult. Admitting you have a problem is not an act of cowardice but of humility and strength of character. If you really value your life and want to spare the years you have left, take the necessary steps to help yourself. Trust me, nobody wants to die gasping for breath or in pain after several sessions of chemotherapy.
There are now plenty of quit smoking method and products to make the task a lot easier. Traditionally, you have to purge the nicotine out of your body all at once. This can make any smoker feel frustrated, moody and restless. Don’t worry, those symptoms (withdrawal symptoms) are to be expected. You don’t have to deal with all the withdrawal symptoms at one go though. You can reduce the symptoms to a manageable and tolerable level by quitting nicotine step by step. The whole process will take you 1 to 4 months depending on your progress. This shouldn’t be too long for you. You’ll hardly feel the time passing by!
The method I mentioned above is the quit smoking with nicotine replacement therapy such as patches, gums, or the e cigarette. You can ask for nicotine replacements from your pharmacist without a prescription. Just be sure to read the pamphlet and recommended dosage. There are several precautions though. Do seek medical counsel if you’re pregnant, lactating, have cardiac and pulmonary conditions or if you’re taking any special medications. The drug might harm you.
I have read several articles that encourage smokers to take up 2 or 3 quit smoking therapies. Each therapy is designed to address a specific problem so it’s safe to say that the more therapies you take, the more problems you address. Discuss this with your medical practitioner.