Dealing with setbacks

Did you slip-up and have a smoke or a vape? This doesn’t mean you have failed to quit. But it could mean that you might need some extra help.

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 and/or vaping.

A slip-up can be a sign that you need to revise your quitting strategy. Try not to spend your energy on self-blame.

What can you do to ensure that a slip-up doesn’t mean going back to smoking or vaping? Getting rid of your cigarettes or vape is a good start. Ask yourself why you had the slip-up? Do you need a new way to deal with stress or other triggers to smoke? Reach out to Quitline for help. You can also ask your doctor or pharmacist about stop-smoking medications.

Remember, a slip-up is just a slip-up. It doesn’t mean that you’ve started again, but it might mean you need some extra help.