Quitting smoking is probably
one of the hardest things you may have to do your entire life. It is the
nicotine that makes it hard. This chemical is addictive and just like
any addictive drug, cessation leads to withdrawal and your body wanting
the drug so much that a number of symptoms, or side effects will
develop. The side effects of stopping smoking
are difficult, but they only last for the first 3 days. After this it
becomes an easier task. However, dealing with this 72 hour period and
finishing it is the hardest part where most people fail when they
attempt to stop.
The side effects of stopping smoking
cover a variety of mental and physical symptoms which are manifested in
an attempt to get you to light up another cigarette. You must resist the
temptation no matter how bad the symptoms get. The first thing you will
notice is that you will start feeling depressed about not having that
cigarette around when you need it; before you could turn to the
cigarette to help you get through almost any situation.
This depression will lead into an anxiety in which you will develop
jitters and fears about not being able to handle daily life without a
smoke.
You used to hang out in certain places with
certain friends but after cessation you will have to become a loner to
some degree. As a result, another side effect of stopping smoking will
kick in known as boredom and loneliness. Worst of all though, there is
another side effect, but this one will affect those around you faster
than it will affect you personally. You will become more irritable, hot
tempered and ready to snap at anyone for any little thing. Chances are
that you will not even realize that you are being irritable. Just remind
yourself and those around you that after 72 hours, things should start
to calm down and ask them to bear with you until you get there; they
will understand and support you while you quit smoking.
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