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		<description><![CDATA[Drugs If you&#8217;re trying to find out how to quit smoking, there is a very good possibility of your already having come across different medication programs which offer help in quitting smoking. Many people do try these methods, and while temporary success is achieved by a select few, the chances of long term success, as...]]></description>
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<p>If you&rsquo;re trying to find out how to quit smoking, there is a very good possibility of your already having come across different medication programs which offer help in quitting smoking. Many people do try these methods, and while temporary success is achieved by a select few, the chances of long term success, as data shows, are rather slim. Why, then, are these medication programs so popular?</p>
<p>The answer to this is the same as the answer to the reason behind the popularity of equally popular NRT aids like nicotine patches, nicotine, gums, etc. The manufacturers of these drugs are very large pharmaceutical companies, and owing to their large budgets they leave no marketing stone unturned in getting maximum coverage for their products. For instance, do you know that most of the well publicized studies about the &lsquo;benefits&rsquo; of such drugs are sponsored by the manufacturers of these products?</p>
<p>Getting down to the drugs of choice; the two most commonly used drugs as quit smoking aids include Bupropion Hydrochloride and Varenicline Tartrate. Common brand names for Bupropion Hydrochloride include Zyban and Wellbutrin; and Varenicline Tartrate is a drug which was developed by Pfizer, and is sold under the name Chantix. Neither of these drugs contains nicotine in any form.</p>
<p>Bupropion Hydrochloride:</p>
<p>How this drug works as a quit smoking aid continues to remain unclear. Manufacturer&rsquo;s claim that this drug works in altering the chemistry of the brain, thereby resulting in one&rsquo;s reduced interest towards smoking. This, however, &lsquo;does not work in the same way with everyone&rsquo;. Importantly, this drug was originally, and is still, used as an antidepressant.</p>
<p>The use of this drug does not come without its share of side effects. Side effects include insomnia, dizziness, dry mouth, headaches, feeling agitated, and a change in dietary patterns. In addition, there are people who are advised not to take this drug and these include people who are already on a course of Bupropion Hydrochloride; people who have eating or seizure disorders; people who&rsquo;ve suddenly stopped using sedatives or alcohol; and pregnant and nursing women.</p>
<p>Varenicline Tartrate:</p>
<p>This is a relative new entrant on the block, and has already caught the eyeballs of many people who wish to stop smoking. This drug is supposed to latch on to the brain&rsquo;s nicotine receptors, thereby reducing one&rsquo;s urge to smoke. In addition, manufacturers&rsquo; claim that if a person smokes whilst on this medication, the pleasure that smoking provides is nullified owing to the drug&rsquo;s effect on the nicotine receptors. As with Bupropion Hydrochloride, this &lsquo;does not work in the same way with everyone&rsquo;. This drug comes with its share of side effects as well, and common side effects include digestive problems like gas and constipation, vomiting, nausea, disruption in one&rsquo;s dream patterns, and in cases, even the building up of suicidal tendencies.</p>
<p>The Stats:</p>
<p>There is little in the form of independent research in regards to both these drugs, and company sponsored data is as follows. Bupropion Hydrochloride offers a 15-25 percent chance of one&rsquo;s quitting smoking, and with Varenicline Tartrate you have a 20-22 percent chance of quitting smoking. Bear in mind these do not indicate long term results. As quit smoking aids, given the success rates and the expected side effects, both these medications actually fall rather short.</p>
<p>This is simply because you can quit smoking without having to go through any discomfort at all. Yes, just as long as you know what to do, quitting smoking can be as easy as taking a walk in the park, and here&rsquo;s how it&rsquo;s possible.</p>
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		<title>Nicotine Replacement Therapy</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nicotine Replacement Therapy Nicotine replacement therapy, commonly referred to as NRT, is one of the most commonly used methods to quit smoking, and the main reason behind this is the amount of publicity this method receives. However, the efficacy of this method, as data shows, leaves much to be desired, and this method does come...]]></description>
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<p>Nicotine replacement therapy, commonly referred to as NRT, is one of the most commonly used methods to quit smoking, and the main reason behind this is the amount of publicity this method receives. However, the efficacy of this method, as data shows, leaves much to be desired, and this method does come with rather low success rates. So why do people still continue to adopt this method? This is simply because of misinformation which is widely propagated by pharmaceutical companies with very big pockets.</p>
<p>What is NRT?</p>
<p>NRT aids help in the supplying the body with nicotine when a person stops smoking. The main benefit that these aids are supposed to provide is that they help in overcoming urges to smoke since the body already has a steady supply of nicotine. To know how well this actually works you simply have to go through the success rate that this method of quitting smoking comes with. Commonly available forms of NRT include nicotine gum, nicotine patches, nicotine lozenges, and nicotine inhalers &amp; sprays. Some even consider electronic cigarettes as a form of NRT.</p>
<p>Know that any help you might get through NRT aids would be temporary at best. After all, nicotine does not stay in the body for long, and you will need your nicotine fix at regular intervals. Besides, in using NRT aids you are supposed to wean off the nicotine supply regularly, and the entire course should not last for more than 3 months. However, there is no dearth of people who continue to use these products well past this, and many simply view this as a &lsquo;safer&rsquo; alternative to get their daily dose of nicotine.</p>
<p>What the Trials Say:</p>
<p>Most of the chemical trials based on NRT aids are ones which have been initiated by large pharmaceutical companies which manufacture these aids. Therefore, despite the fact that the success rates associated with this method are quite low, most trial results end up saying something to the effect of, &ldquo;This is an effective method to quit smoking just as long as the person in question continues to get the required support.&rdquo;</p>
<p>Side Effects:</p>
<p>Using NRT aids can come with a range of side effects, and this information isn&rsquo;t circulated as widely. Using nicotine gum can cause hyper-salivation, gastric acidity, nausea and hiccups; and these are signs which are also associated with the use of nicotine lozenges. The use of nicotine patches can lead to rashes, itching, disturbed sleep, and dizziness. Using nicotine nasal sprays can cause nasal congestion, red &amp; watery eyes, and an itchy throat. The use of nicotine inhalers can lead to your experiencing an itchy throat, gagging, and coughing.</p>
<p>The sad thing remains that most people are unaware about how ineffective this method really is. And who&rsquo;s to say that for the ten percent or so people who do manage to quit smoking after using NRT aids, it is actually the NRT aids that did the trick. After all, if this method really worked as it is supposed to, people would no longer have to worry about how to quit smoking. The good thing is you can quit smoking quite easily and that too without the use of any harmful products. This is what the Easy Quit Secret promises.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Easy Quit Secret Is quitting really as hard as it is made out to be? And if it is, are all the people who quit smoking for good blessed with super powers? Well, a majority of the smokers out there actually want to quit smoking, but simply cannot. And is it because they don&#8217;t have...]]></description>
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<p>Is quitting really as hard as it is made out to be? And if it is, are all the people who quit smoking for good blessed with super powers? Well, a majority of the smokers out there actually want to quit smoking, but simply cannot. And is it because they don&rsquo;t have super powers? Afraid not! If you&rsquo;re apprehensive about taking the first step to quit smoking, and fear the possibility of failure, know that you&rsquo;re not alone. However, know that the process can be quite easy. The main reason behind most failed attempts of quitting smoking is that people simply don&rsquo;t know what to expect and what to do. In many instances, people are simply misinformed. What else can explain the growing popularity of medication programs and NRT aids which proffer help in quitting smoking? People who don&rsquo;t have the right information blindly follow the built-up hype and end up adopting methods which actually come with very low success rates. In the entire process, it is only the big pharmaceutical companies that benefit.</p>
<p>So, What Works?</p>
<p>The answer to this is quite simple. Address the root of the problem. The physical withdrawals symptoms you face when you quit smoking are passing in nature and you don&rsquo;t really have to deal with them for very long. It the psychological aspect of the addiction that needs your attention and this is where the root of the problem lies. Therefore, when you&rsquo;re looking for help to stop smoking, looking for means that help you psychologically is the obvious way to go.</p>
<p>Addressing the Mental Addiction:</p>
<p>As mentioned before, the physical withdrawal symptoms pass quite quickly. It is the psychological addiction which can cause you to relapse even years after you smoked your last smoke. Understand that the grip which your addiction has on your mind is intense. Do you know that most reformed heroin addicts say quitting heroin is easier than quitting smoking? And if you were to compare the physical withdrawals of the two drugs, nicotine&rsquo;s would pale in comparison. The point being, if you do not address the hold that this drug has on your mind, you have little chance of success.</p>
<p>The Easy Quit Secret:</p>
<p>This is a simple approach to quit smoking and does not involve any frills. In a matter of hours, it equips you with information which will help you tide through any smoking related urge that might come your way. See, the thing is that you don&rsquo;t really have to worry about aspects like trigger situations when you know what you have to do in order to keep your mind under your control. And this is where the Easy Quit Secret comes into the picture. This approach tells you just how you can get off the emotional roller coaster which gets you to smoke in the first place. After you are through sitting through this rather brief program, you can bid adieu to all the pain, agony, and angst associated with quitting smoking. And if you&rsquo;re still wondering how to quit smoking, know that this here really is your best bet.</p>
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		<title>Electronic Cigarettes</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Electronic Cigarettes Electronic cigarettes, also commonly referred to as e-cigarettes, electric cigarettes and e-cigs, have been gaining steady ground as quit smoking aids. In fact, their presence in the online world has grown manifold in the last couple of years alone. However, there is very little in terms of factual data which can show this...]]></description>
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<p>Electronic cigarettes, also commonly referred to as e-cigarettes, electric cigarettes and e-cigs, have been gaining steady ground as quit smoking aids. In fact, their presence in the online world has grown manifold in the last couple of years alone. However, there is very little in terms of factual data which can show this to be an effective method to quit smoking. On the contrary, real posts about real people being dissatisfied with these as a means to quit smoking are fairly common place on the Internet.</p>
<p>Why are E-Cigarettes so Popular?</p>
<p>There are a few reasons behind this. In recent times, there is the much talked about &lsquo;Katherine Heigl smoking an e-cig on the Late Show with David Letterman&rsquo; incident. This incident has been milked to death by almost every e-cigarette manufacturer in terms of getting publicity for their products.</p>
<p>Have you considered that she might have simply used it to get around a smoking ban? Well, the truth is that these products are regularly used my many people as a means to get around the smoking ban in restaurants, pubs, trains, and even whilst flying. In addition, manufacturers of these products claim that these are healthier options as compared to smoking cigarettes because they do not carry any of the carcinogens which are a part of conventional cigarette smoke. On that count, although this is true to quite an extent, the use of one of the main constituent of the &lsquo;e-liquid&rsquo;, propylene glycol, has been under constant debate owing to the absence of any conclusive evidence regarding its effects on the human body. In addition, some lab tests have found diethylene glycol in certain brands, and this chemical is definitely toxic.</p>
<p>The Safety Aspect:</p>
<p>Although the American Food and Drug Administration has given propylene glycol the green signal in terms of usage in food products and medicines, it is believed that inhaling fumes of this chemical can lead to irritation in the throat. When it comes to the many flavours one can find in e-liquids, there is little in terms of research surrounding the long term usage of these chemical concoctions. The World Health Organization (WHO), on its part, has stated that they have no scientific evidence which confirms these products&rsquo; efficacy or safety and that more research is required.</p>
<p>The E-liquid:</p>
<p>When it comes to the production of the e-liquid which is used as part of the entire set-up, realize that there are no policies or rules which govern its production, its shelf life, or even its distribution. Also, with most of these products originating in China, and with no regulations governing their production in place, there is really no telling what you might be smoking. In theory, you could get the required raw materials for manufacturing this e-liquid, and not just make it for yourself, but also sell it online. Moreover, are you looking at a supposed healthier option to continue getting your nicotine fix, or are you trying to figure out how to quit smoking? If you really hope to quit smoking,</p>
<p>you have to look beyond the commonly propagated methods which have no other aim than to make their manufactures richer. Know that quitting smoking is actually quite easy as long as you have access to the right information, which, sadly, has been kept buried for too long. So, if you&rsquo;re wondering how to quit smoking, here&rsquo;s your answer.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hypnosis In attempts to quit smoking, a significant number of people turn to hypnosis or hypnotherapy for help. And does it really help? Well, although a number of &#8216;experts&#8217; refuse to accept that this method can be helpful, people who&#8217;ve successfully managed to quit their smoking habit thanks to this method tend to suggest otherwise....]]></description>
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<p>In attempts to quit smoking, a significant number of people turn to <em>hypnosis</em> or hypnotherapy for help. And does it really help? Well, although a number of &lsquo;experts&rsquo; refuse to accept that this method can be helpful, people who&rsquo;ve successfully managed to quit their smoking habit thanks to this method tend to suggest otherwise. In terms of success rates, this method definitely rates much better than widely promoted medication and NRT programs.</p>
<p>Mind Matters: </p>
<p>Know that smoking, or any other addiction for that matter, is way more psychological than physical. While the physical withdrawals associated with any drug subside with every passing day, an ex-addict can still have a relapse a number of years after having remained drug-free. In this regards, understand that nicotine is as addictive a drug as any.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Hypnosis</span> to Quit Smoking:</p>
<p>Whilst in therapy, one would experience a deep sense of relaxation. When the mind is in this relaxed state suggestions by the therapist are made which the mind then focuses upon. When the mind focuses on these positive suggestions a positive change in brought about. What you should know, though, is that your willingness to go through the process will have a significant impact on the outcome.</p>
<p>For example, if you are being coerced into giving this method a shot, and you remain sceptical right through the process, there&rsquo;s little chance of success. What&rsquo;s also important if that you have a will to quit smoking in the first place. Hypnosis is not magic or witchcraft and cannot make you do things you do not want to. So, unless you really want to stop smoking, not just this method, but no method will work. </p>
<p>How it Works:</p>
<p>In a typical hypnotherapy session, our state of consciousness is alerted in a manner that the left portion of the brain responsible for analytical thinking is switched off, and the right side of the brain which is non-analytical becomes highly observant. This, in a way, puts the conscious part to sleep, and awakens the subconscious. And when it comes to making changes to deep seated behaviours and behavioural patterns, it is the subconscious that needs to be addressed. During the process, the subconscious is reprogrammed in a manner that all previously held beliefs and instincts are changed or done away with.</p>
<p>The Pros and Cons: </p>
<p>One great thing about this method to quit smoking is the fact that this is a completely natural and healthy option, and this method does not require you to expose your body to harmful chemicals anymore. In addition, if you&rsquo;ve carried any kind of an irrational fear (like being scared of spiders, bugs, heights, etc), there&rsquo;s a good chance that hypnosis can address that effectively as well. The only downside is the money you are required to spend, although, if you are to compare this with the money your smoking habit requires, it will surely pale in comparison.</p>
<p>Bear in mind that although this method will not work on everybody, it does come with impressive success rates. This comes as no surprise, given that addressing psychological concerns is way more important than worrying about physical withdrawals when it comes to quitting smoking. So, if you wish to quit smoking, you can surely consider this method. Alternatively, you can also refer to the best method to quit smoking.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cold Turkey If you&#8217;ve been meaning to quit smoking, there&#8217;s a good chance that the term &#8216;cold turkey&#8217; has crossed your path already. This method of quitting smoking involves an absolute stop to body&#8217;s the nicotine supply, and this means there&#8217;s no cigarettes, and no nicotine gum, patches, or lozenges either. Quitting smoking cold turkey,...]]></description>
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<p>If you&rsquo;ve been meaning to quit smoking, there&rsquo;s a good chance that the term &lsquo;cold turkey&rsquo; has crossed your path already. This method of quitting smoking involves an absolute stop to body&rsquo;s the nicotine supply, and this means there&rsquo;s no cigarettes, and no nicotine gum, patches, or lozenges either. Quitting smoking cold turkey, although, is a fairly popular route that smokers tread upon in their attempts to stop smoking, and this is not without reason.</p>
<p>The Facts:</p>
<p>As per relevant data, a smoker&rsquo;s &lsquo;natural&rsquo; six month odds to remain smoke free of his/her own accord stands at 10%. This is much higher than the success rate associated with any of the commonly available quit smoking aids which involve medications or nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). Factors such as adapting new behavioural skills, education, and progressive support are said to increase one&rsquo;s chances of quitting cold turkey by three times. In addition, data also shows that more than 90% ex-smokers who&rsquo;ve remained smoke-free for considerable periods of time are ones who quit cold turkey.</p>
<p>Withdrawals:</p>
<p>When you quit smoking, and if you&rsquo;ve smoked for a while, there is a good chance that you will experience some kind of withdrawal symptoms. While prevalent quit smoking aids promise to help alleviate these symptoms, they fall rather short, and with many, you also have to worry about the accompanying side effects. Therefore, learning how to deal with your withdrawals on your own is your best bet.</p>
<p>Know that the nicotine which is present in your system continues to halve every couple of hours. In around 72 hours after you&rsquo;ve smoked your last cigarette, almost 90% of your habit related toxins are out of your body. You should expect to get to the peak of the discomfort by the third day of remaining smoke-free, and in ten to fifteen days, you should start identifying the benefits of your having quit smoking.</p>
<p>Yes, that&rsquo;s really how long the physical withdrawals generally last for. And when you&rsquo;re going through withdrawals in quitting cold turkey, simply view this phase as your body cleansing itself. What you have to do after this point is to prepare yourself against possible trigger situations.</p>
<p>The Good and Bad about Going Cold Turkey:</p>
<p>The best part about going cold turkey is that you stop subjecting your body to harmful chemicals with immediate effect, and this is not something that can be said if you opt to use quit smoking aids like NRT products or medications. As opposed to giving you temporary relief, this method focuses on long term success. The only downside to this method is the discomfort you might have to face in the initial period of remaining smoke-free.</p>
<p>The Road Ahead:</p>
<p>If you choose to take the cold turkey route, being prepared ahead of time certainly helps. Here are some pointers which can help.</p>
<p>&middot; Formulate a plan</p>
<p>&middot; Bring about a change in your routine</p>
<p>&middot; Keep yourself busy</p>
<p>&middot; Drink plenty of water</p>
<p>&middot; Refrain from drinking alcohol for a little while</p>
<p>&middot; Incorporate some physical activity in your everyday life</p>
<p>If you&rsquo;re wondering how to quit smoking, know that going cold turkey is a good idea. However, there is more than just will power that will provide success. Factors such as your lifestyle and the support you receive can also have a bearing on your efforts. The good thing you can find out just what you are required to do, and this help, quite literally, is just a click away.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Reward Yourself Reward Yourself When you quit smoking, giving yourself a reward from time to time during the early period of your being smoke-free can help prevent the possibility of a relapse. Consider this. Have you, as a smoker, ever associated your habit with pleasure? If, so, don&#8217;t you think that your smoking in itself...]]></description>
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<p><strong>Reward Yourself</strong> When you quit smoking, giving yourself a reward from time to time during the early period of your being smoke-free can help prevent the possibility of a relapse. Consider this. Have you, as a smoker, ever associated your habit with pleasure? If, so, don&rsquo;t you think that your smoking in itself worked as a reward mechanism? So when you&rsquo;re taking away one reward mechanism, getting a healthier alternative makes logical sense.</p>
<p>The Money:</p>
<p>Many people who wish to stop smoking cite increasing costs as their primary reason, and these are people who aren&rsquo;t particularly bothered about what smoking can do to their health. However, the reason notwithstanding, it is your quitting smoking that&rsquo;s important. When you quit smoking there is no denying the fact that you will start to save a fair amount of money. Even if you spend an average of $5.00 per day on your habit, over a period of one year, you would have saved close to $2,000. This money can certainly be used effectively.</p>
<p>If you think that rewarding yourself for quitting smoking is a waste of money, think about all the money you&rsquo;ve spent on smoking until now, and how much you&rsquo;d spend if you don&rsquo;t quit smoking. The tobacco industry is one of the most lucrative in the world, and it is individual smokers who make their coffers grow. So if you&rsquo;re thinking that rewarding yourself is a waste of money, think again. Moreover, why shouldn&rsquo;t you treat yourself every once in a while, especially for doing something as important as quitting smoking?</p>
<p>The Reward System:</p>
<p>When it comes to rewarding yourself for remaining smoke free, make sure the rewards are a frequent occurrence. These rewards should ideally be something you look forward to and something that provides instant gratification as opposed to uninspiring and long drawn plans. If you feel that money is a concern simply recall how much you&rsquo;re saving owing to not smoking anymore. In addition, make sure you do not commit these newfound savings towards other expenses like a college fund for your kids, paying utility bills, etc. Bear in mind that you&rsquo;re doing something worthwhile, and you deserve to be rewarded. How you choose to reward yourself is entirely up to you. Of course, this doesn&rsquo;t mean that you go looking for a higher drug after having remained smoke-free for a month. Know that anything bad for health is bad, period.</p>
<p>The Choices:</p>
<p>The choices truly are limitless. If you are someone who likes the outdoors, you might want to invest in some camping gear. Not only will this be a great reward, it can also work very well if you wish to de-stress and head out of the city. Men are known electronic gadget and sporting equipment aficionados, and these spheres present many options. For women, spa treatments and clothes are obvious choices. And in case your budget extends way beyond the money you will save by quitting smoking, a new car, an extended holiday, or just about anything you fancy can work as a good reward.</p>
<p>If you&rsquo;re wondering why use the reward system at all, and if it&rsquo;ll really help you stop smoking, realize that in doing so you are simply reinforcing the fact that quitting smoking is the way to go. The mind of someone who&rsquo;s just quit smoking seems to have a mind of its own, and with something like rewards to look forward to, the process does get easier to deal with.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Psychological and Motivational Counselling The thought of your being able to quit smoking can be quite daunting at the onset, especially when you don&#8217;t know what to expect. The mind, after all, is always mindful of the unexpected and the unknown. Besides, your addiction to smoking is way more psychological than physical, and the sooner...]]></description>
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justify;line-height:normal">The thought of your being able to quit smoking can be quite daunting at the onset, especially when you don&rsquo;t know what to expect. The mind, after all, is always mindful of the unexpected and the unknown. Besides, your addiction to smoking is way more psychological than physical, and the sooner you recognize this fact, the easier you make it for yourself. Once you get a grip on the psychological addiction, you can bid the habit good-bye quite easily to the&nbsp;&nbsp;Psychological and Motivational Counselling.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-align:<br />
justify;line-height:normal">If you intend to stop smoking, and if you&rsquo;re wondering how to quit smoking, know that formulating a plan to deal with the resultant psychological problems ahead of time will definitely help. Although medications and drugs can help ease the physical discomfort, if you truly wish to get over the intense psychological cravings, you need to get the right psychological and motivational help; and this is where psychological and motivational counselling comes into the picture.</p>
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justify;line-height:normal"><b><span lang="EN-CA">Psychological and Motivational Help:</span></b></p>
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justify;line-height:normal"><span lang="EN-CA">When it comes to psychological help, there are various channels you can approach in getting help to stop smoking. These can include educational help, supportive help, practical help, etc. and you can get this help though mediums like the internet, over the phone, or even in person. Psychological and Motivational Counselling&nbsp;What&rsquo;s important when you get psychological help is that you do not restrict it to any one period, but avail of it before you quit smoking as well as for some time after you&rsquo;ve quit. This is because not only will it help you in quitting in the first place, but it will help you in minimizing your chances of a relapse.and&nbsp;&nbsp;Psychological and Motivational Counselling.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-align:<br />
justify;line-height:normal">Motivational counselling comes in the form of motivational interviewing, and this is a process which trained experts use to help smokers stick to recommended quit smoking plans. This uses a patient centered directive approach, thereby helping people discover and resolve their contradictory feelings of wanting to and not wanting to smoke at the same time.Psychological and Motivational Counselling&nbsp;This, in turn, helps promote required behavioural modifications in people who wish to stop smoking.</p>
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justify;line-height:normal"><b><span lang="EN-CA">Quit Smoking Programs:</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-align:<br />
justify;line-height:normal"><span lang="EN-CA">Know that counselling help is also offered in the form of quit smoking programs through different establishments, and these include hospitals, churches, non-profit organizations, etc. Some basic aspects to look for in a good program include sessions which last for at least half an hour; that the program comprise of at least 4-5 sessions; and that the program run at least for a couple of weeks. Many local establishments offer such help, and you simply have to know where to look (the local community health center is a good place to start, and so is the internet) to&nbsp;&nbsp;Psychological and Motivational Counselling.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-align:<br />
justify;line-height:normal">Bear in mind that trained counsellors can help you avoid a variety of pitfalls which can lead you a smoking relapse. &nbsp;Psychological and Motivational Counselling&nbsp;If you can interact with people who&rsquo;ve managed to successfully quit smoking in the past, you can use their advice to avoid trigger situations and the likes as well. Once you know how you can avoid these common pitfalls, the chances of your efforts to stop smoking bearing fruit increase significantly, and this will only lead to a healthier, less stressful, and happier you.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Meditation and Yoga Medication and yoga have been bestowed upon mankind by some of the oldest civilizations of the world, and find an increasing number of followers in this day and age. With boundaries becoming vague and cultural amalgamation becoming the order of the day, there is little chance that one has not heard about...]]></description>
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<p>Medication and yoga have been bestowed upon mankind by some of the oldest civilizations of the world, and find an increasing number of followers in this day and age. With boundaries becoming vague and cultural amalgamation becoming the order of the day, there is little chance that one has not heard about these eastern practises of overall wellbeing. But can one use meditation and yoga to quit smoking?</p>
<p>Well, here&rsquo;s the thing. If you look at most practitioners of these practises you will notice they lead a healthy lifestyle which is devoid of smoking, with a number of these people being ex-smokers. And how are meditation, yoga, and smoking connected? Well, you should know by now that quitting smoking is more about &lsquo;mind over matter&rsquo; than getting through physical withdrawals. If you wish to learn how to quit smoking, know that mediation and yoga can help address both these areas.</p>
<p>Mediation helps you get in sync with your mind, wherein you can work in turning your positive thoughts into action. Therefore, as opposed to thinking about lighting up, you can channelize your thoughts in a more effective manner. Once you start meditating you can learn how to deal with physical aspects and you can also bring some rationality into your thought process.</p>
<p>Combating Stress:</p>
<p>When it comes to trigger situations which lead ex-smokers to light up, one of the most commonly cited reason is stress. Since the effects of nicotine don&rsquo;t last for very long, the craving to light up again returns soon after. This is something anybody&rsquo;s who has had a relapse would vouch for. However, stress is not something that you can remove from your life. Avoiding stress, in this day and age, is an almost impossible task. So, what does one do?</p>
<p>Although smoking can help alleviate your stress in some form, it is only momentary. If you meditate regularly and make yoga a part of your day to day life, you can learn to manage your stress quite successfully. This, in effect, will help you in your efforts to stop smoking. If you look at people who&rsquo;ve been practising yoga and/or mediation, you will notice they lead calm and relaxed lives, and this is simply because they know how to deal with stressful situations in an effective manner.</p>
<p>What Does Mediation and Yoga Involve? </p>
<p>Okay, here&rsquo;s the truth. There is no rocket science behind either. In this internet crazed day and age, you don&rsquo;t even have to step out of your home to get started. The online world is home to a variety of resource material which can help. Here&rsquo;s what you can expect.</p>
<p>Simple breathing exercises like pranayama can help you get over your cravings quite easily. Asanas like the stretch pose help you in developing your will power. Meditating helps you increase your consciousness, and in this newfound state of increased awareness, you start to notice patterns which lead to your smoking, helping you take steps to combat these accordingly. </p>
<p>The benefits of your practising meditation and yoga will go far beyond your quitting smoking. Apart from the fact that feeling better is a natural progression after you stop smoking, these practises can also help you in addressing a variety of problems like depression, obesity, migraines, etc. And remember, getting started is easy.</p>
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		<title>Overcoming Withdrawal Symptoms</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Overcoming Withdrawal Symptoms Once you&#8217;ve decided you wish to stop smoking, and if you&#8217;re a regular smoker, experiencing some kind of withdrawal symptoms is something that is inevitable. The good thing is most symptoms which are physical in nature don&#8217;t last for too long, and as long as you know what to expect you can...]]></description>
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<p>Once you&rsquo;ve decided you wish to stop smoking, and if you&rsquo;re a regular smoker, experiencing some kind of withdrawal symptoms is something that is inevitable. The good thing is most symptoms which are physical in nature don&rsquo;t last for too long, and as long as you know what to expect you can increase your chances to remaining smoke-free by a considerable extent.</p>
<p>Cravings:</p>
<p>Craving for a smoke is a withdrawal symptom which is hard to describe, and can be akin to being hungry but not being able to eat. Know that when your brain cells are exposed to cigarette smoke, the nicotine has an effect on the brain&rsquo;s neurotransmitters. Over a period of time, the brain becomes accustomed to this set-up. Once this supply of nicotine is stopped, craving signals are sent out. If you&rsquo;ve ever tried to quit smoking in the past, you probably know just what we&rsquo;re talking about.</p>
<p>Other Common Withdrawal Symptoms:</p>
<p>There are a number of withdrawal symptoms linked to quitting smoking, and if you&rsquo;re wondering how to stop smoking, knowing what to expect ahead of time will definitely help. Realize that it is not necessary for you to experience all these symptoms and the severity of these symptoms also vary from person to person. Here are some symptoms you should know of.</p>
<p>&bull; Feeling irritable</p>
<p>&bull; Experiencing mood swings (although it is unlikely that you will be ecstatic any time soon)</p>
<p>&bull; Problems with concentration</p>
<p>&bull; Insomnia</p>
<p>&bull; Dry mouth</p>
<p>&bull; Sore throat</p>
<p>&bull; Headaches</p>
<p>&bull; Gastric/digestive problems</p>
<p>&bull; Tiredness</p>
<p>With most physical symptoms, simple remedial measures can help. For example, if you suffer from a sore throat or dry mouth, sucking on medicated lozenges can help. If insomnia is a problem, you might consider taking a walk and a warm bath before you hit the sack. Adding some form of physical activity into your day to day life will also give you a feeling of overall wellbeing.</p>
<p>The Psychological Aspect:</p>
<p>Cravings are mostly psychological in nature, and can be triggered by a variety of instances. As a smoker you would have an assortment of cues to light up and when you quit smoking these very cues act as trigger situations. Here are a few pointers which can help you deal with your cravings.</p>
<p>&bull; Bring about a change: By this we mean, simply disrupt your flow of thought at the moment you experience a craving. Change what you&rsquo;re doing because this will work in moving your mind onto something else. Know that most cravings don&rsquo;t last very long.</p>
<p>&bull; Go through why you wish to quit: Each time you have an urge to smoke, revisit the reasons behind your wanting to quit smoking in the first place.</p>
<p>&bull; Drink water: Not only will this give you a feeling of being satiated, but it will also help in your overall metabolism by ensuring that you&rsquo;re not dehydrated.</p>
<p>&nbsp;&bull; Pick or Revive a Hobby: If you loved painting, reading, listening to music, or playing an instrument when you were younger, there is no reason why you cannot do the same again. This can be a great stress buster, and can help you take your mind off cravings rather effectively.</p>
<p>Importantly, know that even though it might be difficult to quit smoking, once you do you will end up feeling a whole lot better than you do now. Know that the physical symptoms will pass quickly, and with time, you can learn just how to control your cravings as well.</p>
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