Any ex smokers out there? Options

[Random_Stranger]

Seriously, what is the most effective way to quit? I wish I could just get a shot that magically made me not want to smoke any more. After my uncle died this year of liver cancer, I promised my mom I wouldn't let her bury me and want to quit for her. Yet I think about the consequences, I know it is a matter of will power (not my strongest suit). Do those patches really work? The gum doesn't cut it for me. Anyways, I just thought I would ask.

[vile_v]

My tip for you guys are to lower the number of smokes a day first. Than if possible go cold turkey. Its all mentally based thoughts and bad habits. I used to light a smoke every time i would sit inside my car. I started to take out any lighters or cigarettes to prevent the possibility of having a smoke. It actually worked for me. I stopped smoking in my car but was still smoking. The next step i took was just to keep my self constantly occupied when i was really craving a smoke. I would read books, play Wii, or work on something in my car and would not take any breaks. Yeah its hard, but eventually after a month or so of not smoking, even if you get suckered back into one smoke. The smoke feels awful, its like a self guilt trip.

Good luck! Also wouldn't you think it would be better to use your money on car parts than cigarettes, cause smoking can really add up. LOL