How do you quit smoking when you are obviously addicted and you are around people that smoke? I quit over last christmas, but mostly because I was living back at home where I can't smoke and my bf at the time didn't smoke either. Now that we have more or less broken up I am spending a lot more time with my old friends who smoke. At first I would just take a hit or two at the bar, but now I am always craving it, and although I don't really notice when I'm not around them, I have a feeling that this is a dangerous path that will probably lead right back to addiction. The only thing that helps is chewing gum, but I have been instructed by my dentist not to do this due to having TMJ. I need the support system so trying not to be around them is mostly out of the question, but I can't stand being around the smoke constantly. My one closest friend smokes about 2 packs a day normally, so you can imagine, it's like at least 2-3 an hour. She tries to slow down for me but I don't want it to seem like it's a demand on our friendship, so I don't ever say anything.
How do I stop myself when it's right in my face? I do have willpower but dang these things play with your mind.. Any ideas? TIA
How do I stop myself when it's right in my face? I do have willpower but dang these things play with your mind.. Any ideas? TIA