Quit Smoking Monday Messages

Reasons vs. Excuses

When we quit smoking, thoughts that tempt us to light up can creep in and throw us off balance if we're not prepared for them. Perhaps one of the biggest reasons people break down and light up that first cigarette is due to junkie thinking.

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So, how do we defeat unhealthy thoughts of smoking once we quit? Education about the recovery process and the mental contortions that our minds are likely to experience while withdrawing from nicotine addiction is a first step.

Most, if not all quitters experience powerful urges to give in and smoke early on. We justify and rationalize that we have good reasons to smoke, however the reality is that our reasons are always excuses, an important distinction.

• Common Rationalizations for Smoking

I'd like to introduce you to Myssi, a member of our support forum here at About.com Smoking Cessation. Through a number of quit attempts, Myssi learned how to blast through the excuses her mind threw at her early on and is now closing in completing her first smoke free year. Read Myssi's quit story and let it help you build the strong resolve that will take you away from nicotine addiction, once and for all.

• Myssi's Quit Story

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Take The Quit Smoking Monday Pledge

Healthy Monday encourages us to think of for ourselves. If you're still smoking, put your cigarettes down and get started on your quit program today.

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We all have the ability to quit smoking successfully, and we all deserve a life that is free of addiction. Honor your life by choosing Monday as the day to start and reinforce your quit program.

You can quit smoking ... and we're here to help you, one simple Monday at a time.

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