Quit Smoking & Vaping
Most people who smoke are well aware of the benefits of quitting—better health, improved fitness, reduced risk of serious illness, and financial savings.
What is often overlooked is the effect smoking has on stress. Contrary to popular belief, smoking does not reduce stress; in fact, it can intensify anxiety and tension over time. Research has shown that smokers are significantly more likely to experience anxiety or depression compared with non-smokers.
Why Quitting Can Feel Difficult
If the benefits of quitting are clear, why is it so hard to stop? Three key factors help explain why the habit can persist:
Automatic habit and subconscious programming – Smoking often happens without conscious thought. If it were always a deliberate choice, quitting would be much more straightforward.
Psychological factors – Many people hold onto the belief that smoking eases stress, even though the evidence shows the opposite.
Physical addiction – Although cravings usually fade within a week of quitting, this is often the least significant factor. The habit is reinforced more by routines and rules (such as smoking after meals or during breaks) than by physical need.
Support for Quitting Smoking & Vaping
Effective support combines clear goals, practical strategies, and relaxation techniques that help reframe the habit. Sessions are designed to:
Clarify goals – Define what a smoke-free life looks like and the personal benefits of achieving it.
Identify triggers – Gain insight into the situations, routines, and thought patterns that maintain the habit.
Challenge old beliefs – Replace the idea of smoking as “stress relief” with healthier coping mechanisms.
Use guided relaxation – Access a state of deep calm where positive suggestions can take root, reinforcing motivation and confidence in becoming smoke-free.
Build inner resources – Strengthen resilience and create a vision of handling future challenges and environments without cigarettes or vaping.
Quitting smoking is not just about stopping a habit—it’s about reclaiming health, freedom, and control. With the right support, lasting change is possible