Helping Someone Quit Smoking - Any Ideas?

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The internet ate my response, but I wanted to post again.

I quit for over 6 years but curiosity killed the cat and I had a cigarette. I thought that it would make me choke and cough but it didn't. It was almost like I had never quit.

So, to help your partner, here are my suggestions. With any luck, maybe they will help.

1. Guilt does not work.
2. Nicotene replacement patches work in that they ease the 24/7 edge of cravings. In addition,
3. Make a goodie bag for him: his favorite gum, a couple of squishy stress balls, mints, a deck of playing cards, his favorite magazine/book, puzzles like Sudoku, word search or crosswords, etc. Most of these items can be purchased at a dollar or discount store.
4. On the first couple of days, take him to a place he has never been before. He might not associate them with smoking.
5. A tall cold glass of water, sipped slowly.
6. Deep breathing, especially during a craving. It is a wonder what fresh air can do, even though it might mimic inhaling on a cigarette.
7. If really necessary, get him some drinking straws and cut them to the size of a cigarette.

Best wishes and good luck!! !!