Common symptoms of nicotine withdrawal include: Cigarette/nicotine cravings Cravings may last longest of all the withdrawal symptoms Knowing triggers for smoking can help quitters plan to deal with cravings Common triggers include: Emotional: these are intense emotions that cause you to want to smoke such as stress, anxiety, or even boredom Pattern: an activity that is connected with smoking in your life such as drinking alcohol, talking on the phone, driving, or after sex Social: occasions in which you smoke, usually with others such as at a bar, party, or concert Physical withdrawal: this is the body withdrawing from nicotine, which can involve feeling restless or having other withdrawal symptoms or needing to do something with your hands or mouth Feeling down or sad Problems sleeping Irritability Feeling on edge Problems thinking clearly and concentrating Restlessness Slower heart rate Increased hunger/appetite Weight gain Depression From Smoking Cessation Resources References
The research gurus at WalletHub calculated the potential monetary losses- including both the lifetime and annual cost of a cigarette pack per day, health care expenditures, income losses and other costs- brought on by smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke
When you feel a craving coming on, take a moment to breathe deeply: Inhale slowly through your nose
Turn the knob to PILOT : Turn the gas control knob from ON to PILOT
