Beating frustration
when you quit.
Here's how to cope with your
feelings of frustration.
Frustration makes it difficult to manage your emotions and stay in control.
Nicotinell can help you overcome your frustration and keep you true to your quit.
4 ways to deal with frustration.
1
Don’t let smokers sabotage you. Being around smokers can be frustrating. Let friends know you quit and ask them not to smoke around you or offer you a cigarette.
2
Breathe away the frustration. Try this simple exercise. Take a few deep breathes—in through your nose and out your mouth—you will feel your body start to relax.
3
Write it down. When something is bothering you, spend 15 minutes writing about it. Afterwards, tear up what you wrote and toss it out. As simple as it seems, it helps put things in perspective and sorts out your feelings.
4
Remember why you quit. Everyone has a reason for quitting. You could be a new parent or maybe you want to be able to run farther. Reflecting on your reason why can help you get through those frustrating moments.
Motivational Wallpaper
A regular reminder of why you’re quitting can help when you feel frustrated. Since your phone is always with you, find an inspirational image to use as your phone’s wallpaper to stay motivated. Or try one of the messages provided here.
Nicotinell gum can ease your frustration.
Breaking the nicotine addiction can be frustrating, chewing Nicotinell gum delivers a therapeutic does of nicotine to make quitting easier.
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The 5 withdrawal symptoms of quitting.
When you quit, the lack of nicotine in your body causes you to experience some tough withdrawal symptoms. Learn how to deal with each of them.
Anxiety
The urge to smoke can make you anxious.
Anxiety can lead to stress and stress can lead to slip-ups. Learn about different ways to deal with anxiety.
Learn about anxiety
Frustration
Quitting smoking can be frustrating.
You may even slip-up. Don’t huff and puff. See how you can manage these moments of frustration.
Learn about frustration
Restlessness
It’s normal to be restless when you quit.
Instead of continually playing drum solos on your knees, learn how you can create a calming environment. Your knees will thank you.
Learn about restlessness
Irritability
Don’t let irritability get the best of you.
it’s not secret quitting affects your emotions. Check out some solutions to staying cool and composed when you’re feeling irritable.
Learn about irritability
Cravings
Cigarette cravings are tough.
They can come anytime, anywhere, and can undo all the good work you’ve done. Here is how you can help fight the urge to light up.
Learn about cravings
