Quit Smoking: Try nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). Any form of NRT – gum, inhaler or patches – increases the success rate of a smoking cessation programme.

Quit Smoking: Put all the money you’re saving on cigarettes in a large glass jar, then plan to use that money for something special for yourself, eg. a holiday.

Quit Smoking: When you quit, throw out anything that reminds you of smoking, eg. leftover cigarettes, matches, lighters, ashtrays, cigarette-holders, etc.

Quit Smoking: One month no smoking means the lung function improves, which leads to less coughing and shortness of breath, while athletic endurance increases.

Quit Smoking: Studies find that you’re less likely to be a successful quitter if you quit when you’re depressed or under a great deal of stress.