1. Set a quit date. Today is a great day to start.
2. Tell your family and friends you plan to quit. It’s important to tell those you love that you plan to quit – they can help you by providing moral support.
3. Anticipate and plan for challenges. The urge to smoke is short—usually only 3 to 5 minutes.Healthy coping choices to get you through:
   • Drinking water
   • Taking a walk or climbing the stairs
   • Listening to a favorite song or playing a game
   • Calling or texting a friend
4. Remove cigarettes and other tobacco from your home, car and workplace. Get rid of everything – old cigarette odors can cause cravings.
5. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor about quit options. Nicotine patches, gum, or other approved quit medicines may help with cravings.

*Source Centers for Disease Control and Prevention