Slip-Up: a puff or a few cigarettes during your quit attempt.
Relapse: a return to smoking regularly.
Most people who try to quit have setbacks. It’s a common part of the quitting journey.
It’s good to treat setbacks as learning opportunities and this section will help you to do so.
If you’ve had a slip-up (a puff or a few cigarettes during your quit attempt) it’s natural to feel bad but it’s also a warning to take seriously.
If you’ve relapsed (returned to smoking regularly) try quitting again when you feel ready.
A great strategy for recovering from a slip-up, or getting back on track after relapse, is to seek the support from Quitline or the QuitCoach.
Request a Quitline callback.