Goal Setting
Twelve weeks is a long time, so it’s a good idea to break down the programme into small chunks, to help make it doable. This can be done by setting a series of short-term goals. For example:
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Goal One: Get to 4 weeks quit
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Goal Two: Get to 8 weeks quit
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Goal Three: Get to 12 weeks quit
It’s also a good idea to develop a personal long-term goal, to remind yourself of why you want to quit smoking. Some examples include:
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"I want to quit smoking so that I can save up to buy a new car"
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"I want to quit smoking to improve my health"
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"I want to quit smoking so that I can be a good role model for my kids"
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"I want to quit smoking to save money"
You can also practice goal-setting whilst waiting for your Quit Date. For example, how about delaying each cigarette until then, to help prepare for your quit attempt?