What will I do?
Take Charge
Many of us somehow believe that by participating in a programme like this, we can hand
responsibility for stopping smoking over to someone else, and they will take care of it.
The fact is, you cannot make this switch passively, You will need to take charge of the situation.
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Move On
Smoking was interconnected with much of your daily routine. There will be constant reminders of
the role it played.
The switch to smoke-free will involve a major lifestyle change. You will need to move on.
Past associations make it tricky to finally cut all ties, and it will probably take
around 50 days to break free from the entanglement of cigarettes.
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Trust your Plan
We simplify a complicated challenge, and give you the knowledge, skills and inspiration for your switch.
Each week will highlight what's to come, and feature 'beacon' topics that help you to stay on track.
Our process is based on the cumulative insight of those who have gone before you. Trust your plan.
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What skills will I need?
Target your Effort
You are the rider in a cross-country horse race.
The powerful racehorse symbolises your challenge.
You don't have to defeat it,
you simply have to direct it.
We pass you techniques to help you stay on course and keep your stride.
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Manage your Situation
The stereotypic image of temptation usually involves a snake, an apple, a dilemma and
great susceptibility.
In reality, things that trigger the desire to light-up again are far more subtle.
Unexpected surprises could undermine your plans, so we help you manage your situation.
Vigilance gets easier the more you practice it!
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A Precise Technique
To remain consistent in the face of real-world situations, you need three skills of the expert rider:
- Being in the moment – so that you see your reality as it is
- Choosing your response – so that your act in line with your priorities
- Staying in the zone – so that your body responds automatically
This technique will enable you to deal with difficult situations with the skill of an expert rider.
We reveal how you already have what it takes to become smoke-free.
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What next?
To understand more of the context, you could take a look at how to make
your PLAN, or you could
simply get GOING with your switch.
Email a link to yourself or to a friend.
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