Part 2: Preparing for Change

Separate Tobacco/Nicotine from Situations

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Many times you may feel that you want to smoke, dip, or vape when what you really want is something else. When uncomfortable feelings arise, such as anger, sadness, boredom, or frustration, you may reach for a cigarette (or can or vape pen) without even pausing. You have worn a deep groove in your mind, creating a habit that can happen without much thought.

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Tobacco/nicotine does not clear up or change these feelings. If nothing else, it simply creates a “smoke screen.” When the smoke clears, your problems are still there. The next time you get an urge, ask yourself, “What do I really want?” or “What do I need to figure out?” Use the mindfulness tools to help you think logically.

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