Keep Going: Quitting is a process, not an event and it’s normal to have setbacks during your quit attempt. Slip-ups happen and are an opportunity to learn from the challenge and make a stronger quit plan. Identify the trigger and as for support around it. For free and anonymous support: cyanonline.org/quit-tobacco (link in bio).
Read MoreBe Prepared with Healthy Snacks: Part of quitting means breaking your hand and mouth fixation. Healthy, crunchy snacks are one way to address this. Stock up on seeds, nuts, apples, carrots, beef jerky, and other healthy snacks that are easy to grab. For free and anonymous support: cyanonline.org/quit-tobacco (link in bio).
Read MoreBuild your Support Team: Quit attempts are more successful with a support team. Tell a friend or family member that you are quitting and text or call them whenever you have cravings. Download and use the free quit apps or text/call Kick It California. You don’t have to do this alone - there is support! For free and anonymous support: cyanonline.org/quit-tobacco (link in bio).
Read MorePay Attention: Start to think about and write down what makes you more likely to vape or use tobacco. Is it being around friends who vape? Drinking alcohol or caffeine? When you feel stressed or anxious? Driving? Once you know the things you usually do when you vape or use tobacco or the things that make you want to, create a plan to do something different in that situation. For example, when I feel stressed and want to vape, I will take five deep breaths to calm down. For free and anonymous support: cyanonline.org/quit-tobacco (link in bio).
Read MoreKnow Your Why: Knowing why you are quitting will help you better manage the urge to vape or use tobacco. Make a list of why you want to quit: to improve your mental health, to save money, to set a good example for younger siblings, to breathe and exercise with ease, or to be able to focus better during classes. Write them all down and circle back to them when you are having a tough moment. For free and anonymous support: cyanonline.org/quit-tobacco (link in bio).
Read MorePick a Date to Quit: Setting a quit date means you are serious. Circle it on your calendar, put it in your phone, tell your friends, and do something for yourself to mark the day. For free and anonymous support: cyanonline.org/quit-tobacco (link in bio).
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