How To Finally Kick Social Smoking (And Still Have A Social Life)

Find the confidence to kick the habit with a practical look at beating cravings.

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On Nov 15, 2018

Being around other smokers can be a common reason some people struggle to quit.

Whether you’re hanging out with friends or you just want to feel more comfortable in social situations, resisting the urge not to light up can be difficult when you’re exposed to it. 

There are a few underlying causes to look at first...

So with those in mind, here are some practical ways to help you tackle smoking in everyday social situations where you might be around smokers.

Start by establishing your new identity as a non smoker...

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"I want to quit but all my friends smoke, it's very hard... What should I do?"

Spend more time with non-smokers and adjust your behaviours to mirror theirs rather than smokers. For example, when colleagues go for a cigarette at work, you could go and get yourself a hot drink with other non-smoking colleagues instead.

You might experience chats like this...

Colleague

Colleague say

We're all going for a smoke are you coming?

You

You say

I’m good thanks, I don’t smoke anymore - I'm going to go for a walk around the block instead!

The fact of the matter is that being around other smokers makes quitting harder, so, even if people aren't trying to convince you to have a cigarette, the presence of a smoker could have a negative impact on your efforts to quit.

Everything in moderation...

For many people, drinking alcohol is a trigger to smoke. Studies have shown that drinking results in a sharper increase in the urge to smoke, so the chances of exposing yourself to the risk of relapse are higher in drinking situations. 

Drink alcohol in moderation while you’re trying to quit and excuse yourself from certain situations if you need a break from other smokers.

Consider the cost!

A common reason to quit is cost - consider the cost of your addiction and what else you could buy with that money!

Think what you could do with that extra money! 

Think what you could do with that extra money! 

*Based on a pack of 20 cigarettes costing £9.40

Think what you could do with that extra money!

Think what you could do with that extra money!

*Based on a pack of 20 cigarettes costing £9.40

Think what you could do with that extra money! 

Think what you could do with that extra money! 

Answer the question below and we can tell you how much money you could be saving every year:

Finally remember to be patient...

It’s easy to be overwhelmed during the first few days of quitting but remind yourself daily that every time you resist lighting up, you’re one step closer to a smoke-free life and all of the benefits that go with it.

Nicorette’s® range of stop smoking products & personalised support can make your quit journey easier!

Breaking a habit is never easy and at Nicorette® we understand that everyone is different. That’s why we’ve created a new quit programme personalised by you, with 24-hour support via the Nicorette App to help you finally quit for good.

If you’re unsure of which Nicorette products might be right for you and want a quit plan to suit your lifestyle, click here to discover more information or download the Nicorette App.

Do something incredible today!

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