Part 2: Preparing for Change

Make the Connection

Keeping your motivation and values in mind is a great way to encourage yourself when quitting gets tough. Look for ways to connect your motivation and values to your attitude and actions.

 

How do your attitudes and actions show what is important to you? If you feel there is a mismatch, it might be time for a new point of view!

 

Old view: Quitting is going to be horrible. I like to do what I want, when I want.

 

New view: I value time with my family and want to be a good role model for my kids. It will be awesome to enjoy family time without the interruption of smoke breaks. I can model healthy behavior for my kids.

Address Anxiety

Plan Problem-Solving

Separate Tobacco/Nicotine from Situations

Reflect on Your Past Change Attempts

Make the Connection

Balance of Choice

Identify Your Strengths

Review & Prepare

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