📍 Days 8-14
Developing New Strategies—Handling Cravings and Stress Without Cigarettes
What’s happening?
By now, the physical dependence on nicotine begins to weaken, but the psychological habit of smoking in specific situations (morning coffee, work breaks, stress) may persist. Developing new strategies is essential.
Changes in well-being:
🔹 Cravings become less frequent but can still appear unexpectedly.
🔹 Blood circulation improves, carbon monoxide levels in your blood drop, and energy levels rise.
🔹 Mood swings may occur—this is normal, as your body adapts to the changes.
What to do?
✅ Change your routines: If you used to smoke with coffee, replace it with a breathing exercise or a short walk.
✅ Use stress management techniques like meditation, physical activity, or relaxation exercises.
✅ Avoid replacing smoking with unhealthy habits (e.g., overeating). Find healthy alternatives instead.