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Understanding how to quit

Prepare by making a plan and getting the help that best suits you.

Taking steps to quit is easier with the right help

Congratulations on deciding to stop smoking or vaping.

There are steps you can take right away to prepare for quitting vaping or smoking. Making a quit plan using our online tool and setting a date for when you want to start quitting are good ways to start.

Some people try quitting by going cold turkey, which means just stopping. But if this feels like a big step, then there is help and support that can make quitting easier.

Give Quitline a call. Our counselors can help you prepare for quitting. They have useful advice to help you quit smoking or vaping.

You can also get help quitting by using nicotine replacement therapy to manage cravings, which are the feelings of nicotine withdrawal. Talking to your doctor about your options for quitting can also be helpful.

Deciding to quit is a big step. Getting the help that best suits you is a great way to start your quitting journey.

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There are steps you can take right away to prepare for quitting vaping or smoking.

Find the quitting method that's right for you

Setting a quit date and preparing to quit

Maximise your chances of quitting for good

Quitting smoking explained

Tips to help you quit vaping

Tools to help you quit

My Quit Plan

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

Create your plan

Tips and tactics

Conquer cravings and manage feelings of withdrawal.

See the tips

My QuitBuddy app

An app that provides helpful tips and distractions.

Get the app
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Stories from others trying to quit

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I learned to control the desire

Keith had one motto for himself that pushed him to stay quit: no more addiction.
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Livo's advice to people trying to give up the smokes

Livo’s family, friends and footy kept him motivated to quit smoking. Watch his story to find out the strategies he used to quit for good.
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Henry's story

As Henry discovered a passion for competitive rowing, he realised the negative impact smoking had on his lung capacity. Racing on the river served as a powerful motivator for Henry to quit smoking and prioritise his health.
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Jason's story

For 26-year-old Jason, smoking wasn't about addiction, it was about fitting in. However, once he completed his military service and returned to Australia, everything changed.
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Tony's close call gave him a new lease on life

For 64-year-old commercial cleaner Tony, smoking wasn’t ever something he thought would impact his heart.
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Marco's story

Marco smoked for 33 years and tried to quit many times before successfully quitting with help from his doctor. This is Marco's story.
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Quitline counsellors are trained to listen carefully to you to help meet your needs.

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