How to prevent a relapse

[joan]

My name is Joan was reading your article. I wanted to share a little about myself. I am originally smoke free for 10 years now. However, went back to smoking a couple of days ago. And just getting back on track. I have an addictive personality and I keep reaching for cigarettes occasionally. Wanted to know if there's any suggestions you may have for me as well to help me stay on the right path as quit free smoker. What are some tools that you can recommend and appreciate your time. Thank you.again.

[DenaliBlues]

Hi, @joan. Welcome to the Quit Train!

 

I, too, lost a long (7+ years) quit. The mistake I made was not course-correcting right away. I ended up smoking for decades after that, making quitting that much harder. You are SO smart to get back on track right now! I deeply respect for that.

 

Read the pinned posts, (re)learn all you can about addiction, and come to terms with why you fell off the wagon - so that you can’t fall into that same trap again. And join us in the daily NOPE pledge if you like.

 

This is a great group of folks who will share wisdom, keep you accountable, and keep you laughing. Glad to have you with us!

[jillar]

Welcome aboard @joan I'm sorry to read that you started smoking again after such a long quit. 

Tools I used/use is my JAC (jillars air cigarette). This works so well at tricking your mind into thinking it's getting the real thing. I also sucked on soft peppermint puffs all day long my whole first year. I don't know about you but I never smoked and ate so keeping those candies in my mouth really helped. 

I also posted for support whenever I was feeling I might cave to a crave and members would talk me down and help me past it. This support is priceless and we love paying it forward so hopefully you'll try it so we can help you too