Set a Date and Prepare
Setting a quit date for your vaping helps you prepare both mentally and physically for the process ahead. Choosing the best date for you can be a little tricky. Don't pick something so far out that you lose interest in the idea of quitting vaping. Give yourself enough time to come to terms with the idea and then commit fully. Remind yourself that you are doing this for your own well-being. Doing this will set you up for success on your quit date.
Learn your triggers
Identify your triggers before you commence the process of quitting. The triggers can be emotional, physical, or social and are different for all individuals. However, there are some common triggers such as:
· Emotional triggers like boredom, loneliness, anger, or stress.
· Withdrawal symptoms.
· FOMO: When you see your friends vaping, you feel the urge to join them.
Evaluating your usage patterns and triggers are critical to your success. As a part of your quitting strategy, think about how you can avoid these triggers to make the quitting process easier. For example, if you feel the urge to vape when your friends take a break, consider spending time with a different group of people.
Reach out to your friends and family for support
Quitting any kind of bad habit can be difficult, especially vaping. Because vaping contains nicotine, your body can easily become addicted to it after a short about of time.
If you are serious about quitting, but are finding it difficult to stay focused and motivated, you should reach out to your family or friends for help.
Speaking to your family and friends is not only a great way to gain support, it is also a great way to achieve your goal as you are being held accountable by someone other than yourself.
