We’ve all heard the old adage that ‘you are what you eat,’ but did you know that this applies to what you see as well? Recent research examined TV ratings from 1999 through 2007 and found that the more anti-smoking and anti-tobacco commercials you watch, the more likely you are to try to quit smoking.[1] […]
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Playlists to get you through it
“One good thing about music: when it hits you, you feel no pain.” – Bob Marley So when the quitting process gets tough or frustrating, we recommend cranking up the volume and immersing yourself in the sweet relief of music. Maybe even create a few playlists for yourself to listen and distract yourself during times […]
Top 10 Celebrities Who Quit Smoking
It might feel especially difficult to quit if most of your friends are smokers too. Know that you’re not alone. Even Hollywood stars have struggled to kick the habit. And just like you, they’ve been able to live a smoke-free life in spite of the social pressures of their busy lives. Here is our countdown […]
YouTube: a great distraction
It can sometimes feel like cravings come out of nowhere. That’s why it’s useful to have lots of different strategies to keep yourself smoke-free. If you’re looking for something to add to your arsenal of coping strategies, we’ve put together a couple YouTube playlists of past and current anti-smoking commercials. We think they’re fun to […]