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Staying quit

Quitting can take practice. Keep up your quitting journey to break free from smoking or vaping for good.

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The first few days

The first few days of quitting can be the most difficult. It can be helpful to know what to expect during this time.
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Managing cravings

Craving a smoke or vape can strike suddenly. But it will only usually last a few minutes. There are things you can do to help manage a craving.
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Some of the common challenges

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Dealing with stress and boredom

When you are stressed or bored, you may find yourself reaching for a smoke or a vape. There are ways to help you avoid smoking or vaping during these times.
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Dealing with setbacks

A slip-up means having one smoke or vape after your quit date. This can be a normal part of quitting. It’s important that a slip-up doesn’t turn into going back to smoking or vaping.
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Dealing with social pressures

It can be hard to stay quit when people are smoking or vaping around you. There are ways to prepare for these situations.
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Learn how others are staying quit

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Thomas' story

I really wanted to stop smoking, but quitting felt hard. I needed an approach that would work for me. I removed smoking from the normal routines in my life.
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Rick's story

Rick won’t deny the challenges he faced while quitting smoking, but once he quit, he felt that anything in life was possible.
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Rob's story

Rob spent 10 years trying to quit for good. How did he do it? With oranges and his might.
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Jo's story

When my two friends told me they had given up, I figured I could too.
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Tools to help you stay quit

My Quit Plan

Take a step by step approach to building your quit plan.

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Tips and tactics

Conquer cravings and manage feelings of withdrawal.

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My QuitBuddy app

An app that provides helpful tips and distractions.

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Health effects on your body

See how smoking and vaping affects your body.

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Cost calculator

Start planning for a healthier and wealthier future.

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