Part 2: Preparing for Change

Preparing for Change

This part of the program will help you get ready to make a change. Even if you feel very confident, knowing what may trip you up can help you overcome barriers when they come up. This section will give you tools to overcome barriers and set yourself up for success.

•  If you aren’t sure about quitting, learning what stands between you and that change is a helpful step. You can also work on other areas of your mental and physical health (like logical thinking or healthy eating) to prepare for quitting.

•  If you are ready to quit, taking stock of barriers can help you know what you will need to work on as part of your quitting process. If gaining weight worries you, it could be a relapse trigger if you do not plan for healthy eating behaviors.

•  If you have recently quit, review these barriers to see if any could be relapse triggers for you. Answer the questions with the goal of staying quit in mind.

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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