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Healthylife® QuitWell™ Part 6 Do Things a Different Way Remember how strong your old routines were? There were probably very predictable times of the day you would find yourself reaching for your pack or can. These urges that are linked to certain events, times, or places can be tough to break. Here are some reminders […]
Healthylife® QuitWell™ Part 6 Now Awareness Where your mind goes, you will go too. You can redirect your mind when you get an urge. Now Awareness is a simple, powerful tool to help you do this. When an urge (or any unwanted thought) comes to mind, say to yourself, “Now I am aware of ____________.”
Healthylife® QuitWell™ Part 6 You can be very proud of your success so far. But, don’t be so secure that you drop your guard. It can set you up for “just that one.” In the next few days and weeks, resisting “just that one” will make the difference between long-term quitting and a cycle of
Healthylife® QuitWell™ Part 6 A Day to Remember Recall the day you quit as a special day. Treat it like you would a birthday or anniversary. Celebrate this day every month for the first 6 months and once a year after that. In a way, it is a re-birth for your body-or a personal “Independence
Healthylife® QuitWell™ Part 2 Learn what is pulling you toward your goal and what is holding you back. All thoughts and feelings are valid. Is your goal more important to you than the challenges to achieve it? Are you pursuing this goal just because someone said you “should” do it? Complete the chart below as
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Healthylife® QuitWell™ Part 5 Learn the differences between passive, aggressive, and assertive communication. Passive * You lack expression for yourself. * You do not stand up for your rights and needs. Result: You usually do not achieve your goal. You may feel like someone is walking all over you. Aggressive * You stand up for
Healthylife® QuitWell™ Part 2 Maybe you don’t feel like you have time to read the QuitWell™ program or answer the questions in each section. The tips on time management in this section can help. Other barriers may seem to be unchangeable until a powerful motivator enters the picture. More information or skills to get through
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Healthylife® QuitWell™ Part 3 Who could support you in your effort to quit? Having someone to hold you accountable-and who you want to share success with-can be a powerful part of your quit plan. Support from others can help: * Motivate you and lift you up when you stumble. * Hold you accountable. * Give
Healthylife® QuitWell™ Part 4 Many people use tobacco to manage stress-and return to old habits in times of stress. If you currently use tobacco/nicotine products to manage stress, it is very likely your mind will go there in times of stress in the future. If you have quit, having a plan for when stress increases
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Healthylife® QuitWell™ Part 4 Remember, an “okay” plan today beats a “great” plan tomorrow. Use this template to write out your quit plan. By this point, you probably know most of your expected triggers during the day. Write both your planned urge tamer/response to the trigger and another idea to try, in case you need
