ways to quit smoking?

United States
November 18, 2007 7:26am CST
ive been smoking for about 6 years now and im tired of it. I developed somewhat of a cough from it and i cant run up the stairs at work without being tired when i get to the top. Have you ever tried to kick the habit? Pls do tell.
5 responses
@dangaroo (234)
19 Feb 08
The method of quitting that is succesful really depends on the person. I tried several times in the past and right now simply don't feel like quitting! I just smoke less than usual. The coughingh and irritable throat does getting irritating though sometimes and it's certainly not good for your lungs!
@husi_007 (304)
• India
2 Dec 07
I have been trying to quit smoking for about 2 years from now.I tried many ways.All of them failed.Now I'm trying a medicine named Varenicline (Chantix™). Try it may be helpful...
@Ngippol (567)
• Philippines
2 Dec 07
The best way to quit smoking is to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, He will help you if you mean it from your heart. Consider Christ, the reason for this season, and I guarantee you, whatever addictions you may have, He will give you power over those smoking, and other vices!!! Merry Christmas.
• South Korea
18 Nov 07
no,i donot smoke.so i cannot understand you.
@gerald_lian (2188)
• Australia
18 Nov 07
Try to taper down slowly (ie smoke less per day until you finally achieve complete remission)to avoid withdrawal symptoms such as nausea and stress. If you have tried that but still can't seem to stop smoking, you can try some alternative withdrawing therapies available such as nicotine replacement patches, nicotine chewing gums and a medication called bupropion. These alternative therapies can be obtained at the pharmacy. Good luck in your quest to stop smoking, and I certainly hope you do since smoking is indeed bad for health (eg. can lead to cancers and many cardiovascular and respiratory diseases)! =)