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Research shows that most people try to quit smoking 7 to 11 times before they are successful. Don't give up your efforts to encourage and support your loved one. The Indiana Tobacco Quitline knows that you need support. Your loved one's life style affects you. We know you want your loved one to live a long life. We are here to help!
If the person you care about fails to quit:
Do praise him or her for trying to quit, and for whatever length of time (days, weeks, or months) of not smoking.
Do encourage him or her to try again. Don't say, "If you try again..." Say, "When you try again..." Studies show that most people who don't succeed in quitting are ready to try again in the near future.
Do encourage him or her to learn from the attempt. Things a person learns from a failed attempt to quit may help him or her be successful in a future attempt.
If You Smoke:
Do smoke outside and always away from the quitter.
Do keep your cigarettes and matches out of sight. They might be triggers to smoke.
Don't ever offer the your loved one a smoke, even in jest!
Do make an effort to quit. It's better for your health and might be easier to do with someone else that is trying to quit!
The Indiana Tobacco Quitline has several strategies to help you support your loved ones.
Call us today at 1-800-QUIT-NOW to find out how you can help.
