Psychological Effects of Nicotine

For many, the difficulty of quitting smoking is largely due to the physical dependence of nicotine.  Once a person is addicted to the effects of nicotine it is hard to see beyond the physical into the psychological effects of smoking.  Smokers physically experience nicotine withdrawals daily, it is our bodies’ way of telling us that its supply of nicotine is low and it needs a boost.  When we consider the psychological aspect of smoking it can make quitting even more difficult.  Read full article Psychological Effects of Nicotine.

Why Do You Smoke?

Have you ever thought about why you smoke?  The answer to this question is important and can make a big difference in your success at quitting smoking.  As a smoker I really never thought about why I smoked.  When I felt cravings, anger, sad, and bored I typically would have a cigarette.  It seemed to do the job and make me feel better.  The craving would go away and if I were angry or sad it seemed to make me feel better.  So why is this?   Read full article Why Do You Smoke?

Quit Smoking Wish List

Developing a wish list on why you want to quit smoking can increase your chances of quitting.  Smokers who want to quit know the reasons to quit, whether it be for health, family, financial, or psychological.  Often times the reasons to quit smoking involve many different areas of one’s life.  Read full article Quit Smoking Wish List.

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