Distractions for your Hands and Mind
when Quitting Smoking

Quitting nicotine can be a difficult process, and it's common for people to experience withdrawal symptoms such as cravings, irritability, and difficulty concentrating.

 

Here are some strategies that may help you manage your cravings and stay on track with your quit attempt:

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1. Exercise
   
   Physical activity can help reduce cravings and improve your mood.
   What kind of physical activities are there? While the list is endless, here are just a few...
   
   Walking or Running
   Bicycling outdoors or on a stationary bike.
   Dancing
   Swimming
   Taking an exercise classes
   Gardening activities, or lawn maintenance work such as raking and pushing a lawn mower
   Sports, such as Tennis or Golfing (without a cart)
   Stretching
   Yoga
   Tai Chi or Qi Gong
   Pilates
   
    

2. Practice Deep Breathing
   
   Taking slow, deep breaths can help you relax and calm your mind. 
   If you wish to use an aid for breathing, visit:  Breathing Exercises which is also found on your dashboard.
    

3. Find a New Hobby
   
   Engaging in a new activity can help take your mind off of smoking and give you something
   positive to focus on. If you are looking for discover a new hobby, we have a long list of
   ideas here: List of Hobbies
    

4. Seek Support
   
   Support from friends and family, or from your Wellness Canada Practitioner, can be incredibly helpful when you're trying to quit smoking. 
    

5. Get Enough Sleep
   
   Proper rest can help reduce cravings and improve your overall well-being. 
   The techniques that you learned in your Smoking Cessation Session can be found by
   visiting:  Sleep  which is also found on your dashboard.
    

6. Eat a Healthy Diet
   
   Eating a healthy diet can help improve your mood and reduce cravings.
    

7. Drink Plenty of Water
   
   Staying hydrated can help you feel more comfortable and reduce cravings. Drinking water can aid in the speed and strength at which the nicotine leaves your body.
    

Remember, it's important to be patient with yourself and to take things one day at a time.

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Stay focused on your goal, why you are doing it and how as each day passes, you will feel better and better.