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5 Things To Do Instead Of Smoking

I used to be a heavy smoker and for a long time I struggled with quitting. I would often quit smoking on a Monday and be right back at it by Friday. My record was three weeks before I went back. I never really was aware of what it was that made me go back to smoking but it seemed to happen right under my nose without even thinking about it.

Many smokers use cigarettes as a way of relaxing and relieving the stress in their lives. Lighting up is a signal to the brain that it’s time to unwind. I realized that I needed to come up with some new habits that would help me relax without all the harmful side effects of smoking.

Here are some of the things you can do to de-stress and decompress instead of smoking:

1. Exercise – Exercise is not a luxury, it’s something you need on a regular basis to stay healthy. As an added benefit, it’s a great stress reliever and can help you quit smoking.

2. Meditation – Health researchers have known about the many benefits of meditation for years and one of them is stress release. A great way to head off the urge to smoke.

3. Soak in a hot bath – You don’t need an expensive hot tub to get the benefits of relaxing in a soothing bath. Great way to relieve stress and get some relaxation.

4. Reading – Keeps your hands busy and let’s you live vicariously through someone elses adventures. You might learn something, too.

5. Get a Massage – A great way to relax and feel the stress leaving your body. If it seems too expensive think about how much you’re spending on cigarettes every week.

These are just some of the things you can substitute for smoking that will satisfy your need for stress relief and relaxation. Give a couple of them a try and I’m sure you’ll be on the way to smoking less. Get them all in and you’ll be halfway there to forgetting about cigarettes forever.

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