First, change your environment. Get rid of all cigarettes and ashtrays in your home, car, and place of work. Try to start spending more time with people who you know are supportive of your new lifestyle and will help you. Also, try to start exercising before you quit. Participating in a regular exercise program at least three times a week will help you develop healthful habits and give you something to do to take your mind off smoking. Find something to do with your hands, to get ready for times when you will get the urge to smoke. It may sound silly, but holding a stress ball or eating carrots, pretzels, or some other thin object might help distract you when you're trying to quit.

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