47 Words: 9 Tips to Controlling the Urge for Smoking a Pipe

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Addiction is a powerful force. It is extremely strong for those who addicted to smoking pipes. It can be very hard for people to avoid doing so, but for your health it is best if you can rid yourself of this habit. There are different things that you can do in order to help yourself control the urge to smoke a pipe. The following are some techniques that you want to try.
Think about why you are quitting
You might want to think about why you are stopping smoking. Think about the health problems that can come from smoking pipes. They are not pretty. Think about how you will feel when you are not smoking. Many people feel that they can breathe better and have many other health benefits by ridding themselves of this unhealthy habit. In addition, the smell bothers many people and others might want to be around you more if you are not always lighting up.
Think about whom you want to be there for. Smoking can shorten your life. Certainly most people want to be around for their friends, kids, siblings, grandkids and more. You want to grow old in good health not have your life shortened by this. Try to mentally think about all of these things. Also think about how strong you are. You can put up some pictures or quotes such as “I am strong, I can do this.”
Stay away from others who are smoking
It might be difficult to control the urge if you are in a room with friends who are smoking pipes. You might want to try to avoid places where a lot of people are smoking. Also, you should get rid of your pipes so that it is not easy to just start back up again.
Find something else to substitute for it
Instead of smoking, you might want to chew some sugarless gum. Or you might want to munch on some vegetables. Do something healthy to help your body instead of hurting your body.
Set up a rewards program for yourself
You can set up your own little incentive program. Perhaps you will buy yourself a little present every day that you go without smoking. Perhaps you will go out for a special meal after a week. Think of nice ways to treat yourself for succeeding.
Get a buddy
If you know someone who is also trying to quit or even if they are doing something else (such as on a diet) then you can try to be buddies. You can check up on each other and help each other.
Join a support group
There are many support groups, both live an online, which might help you in controlling the urge.
Try the above techniques to help you control the urge to smoke a pipe.
Updated On: 04/06/2010 Published On: 04/06/2010 Best Mother’s Day gifts that are under $10