The most difficult time after quitting the smoking is the first-two weeks when you recently quitted the smoking and it is true that ex-smoker would normally takes at least 8-12 weeks before to make himself comfortable with his new lifestyle and routine. Nicotine is a highly addictive drug which is found in tobacco that affects the portion of the brain that is associated with pleasurable feelings and its withdrawal can be characterized by symptoms that mainly include headache, anxiety, nausea and a craving for more tobacco. The body demands a certain level of nicotine at all times because Nicotine creates a chemical dependency in the body. The body will begin to go through withdrawal unless that level is maintained. The symptoms of withdrawal from nicotine are may be uncomfortable and stressful, but they are not permanent. This phase of smoking cessation is termed as "Quitter's flu”. As soon as you quit smoking, the withdrawal symptoms will its maximum peak in next 48 hours but they are completely gone in six months.
Never give up and always remind yourself that why you are quitting and write the reasons on a card and keep it with you, whenever you experience the symptoms of withdrawal. Just always remember that this unpleasant experience is temporary and will get vanish soon.
Withdrawal in the First Two Weeks
The first two weeks are the most critical time for any ex-smoker and if he is fully determined then nothing can make him to get failed. Smokers can ask their family and friends for their support and encouragement.
Physical Symptoms
The following are the physical symptoms which people should consider during the quitting process and treat them accordingly :
Urge to smoke during the withdrawal time sometimes becomes intolerable. And situations becomes very uneasy. But you have to deal with your emotions. Sometimes, calling a friend is more better than smoking a cigarette. Every smoker starting from a beginner to a heavy smoker, face the following emotional and mental responses to withdrawal:
Just follow the five D’s! And, soon the things will get easy for you. These five D’s are:
Just always remember that the pain caused by the nicotine withdrawal is a temporary and doesn’t last long. So, never give up! Your dedication and determination towards quitting smoking will one day help you to get success over it and that day will come soon!
Never give up and always remind yourself that why you are quitting and write the reasons on a card and keep it with you, whenever you experience the symptoms of withdrawal. Just always remember that this unpleasant experience is temporary and will get vanish soon.
Withdrawal in the First Two Weeks
The first two weeks are the most critical time for any ex-smoker and if he is fully determined then nothing can make him to get failed. Smokers can ask their family and friends for their support and encouragement.
Physical Symptoms
The following are the physical symptoms which people should consider during the quitting process and treat them accordingly :
- Tingling in the hands and feet and Sweating
- Intestinal disorders (cramps, nausea)
- Headache or muscle aches
- Nausea and diarrhea
- Cold symptoms as the lungs begin to clear (for example- sore throats, coughing, congestion and other signs of colds and respiratory problem)
- Constipation, gas, stomach pain
- Increase on appetite
- Weight gain
- Tightness in chest
- Diziness
Urge to smoke during the withdrawal time sometimes becomes intolerable. And situations becomes very uneasy. But you have to deal with your emotions. Sometimes, calling a friend is more better than smoking a cigarette. Every smoker starting from a beginner to a heavy smoker, face the following emotional and mental responses to withdrawal:
- Feelings of being an infant that may include temper tantrums, intense needs, feelings of dependency and even a state of near paralysis.
- Insomnia and mental confusion
- Vagueness
- Irritability and anxiety
- Depression is common symptom which may be last for so long.
- Boredom
- Frustration and lack of concentration
- Loneliness
Just follow the five D’s! And, soon the things will get easy for you. These five D’s are:
- Delay until the urge to smoke will get passed which usually takes 3 to 5 minutes.
- Distract yourself and keep your mind busy. Calling a friend, going for walk, spending time with your family can help you.
- Drink plenty of water to fight off cravings and it also removes toxic present in your body due to smoking.
- Deep Breaths and close your eyes and just relax. Repeat this process 10-15 times.
- Discuss your feelings with your family or friends. Don’t hide your emotions, just express them.
- Exercise daily. It not only makes you healthy and fit but also reduces your carvings. If you are not habitual of doing exercise daily, still you don’t need to get worried, just start it by taking a 15-minute walk once or twice a day and then slowly increase the work out timings.
- Start taking more rest because due to smoking your body was used to taking thousands of chemicals including Nicotine. And, by quitting smoking, the supply of those chemicals will cut off that makes you to feel tired and wilted. Always take a nap, if you are fatigued. And try to sleep little earlier.
- Taking the multivitamin will not help you to manage nicotine withdrawal symptoms but also replenish depleted nutrients.
- Relaxation and Rewards: Always keep your mind relaxed and diverted from the smoking. For this, you can do many other activities like reading a novel, taking a hot bath at the end of day or playing tennis etc. Always remember that as a protective measure of your quitting decision not just for the luxury!
Just always remember that the pain caused by the nicotine withdrawal is a temporary and doesn’t last long. So, never give up! Your dedication and determination towards quitting smoking will one day help you to get success over it and that day will come soon!
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