How to Stop for Good

So you want to stop - smoking, smokeless tobacco and/or vaping for good and you may have asked yourself hundreds of times, "how"? For years I asked myself the same question. In fact, I tried to quit so many times I became an expert at quitting. It was the staying quit and stopping for good that was the issue for me. You may find this to be true for you as well. I had to find a way to feel good about the process of stopping something that used to feel really good to me. Along the way I discovered I had to become clear on the reason why I wanted to quit. The one thing I knew for sure I needed to change was my "why". I also realized using the word "quit" wasn't helping me. The word "quit" may have a negative connection. It's almost as if we "quit" because we couldn't keep doing something but it doesn't feel like an empowered choice. Maybe if I switched to the word "stop" it could help me to feel like I was making a positive choice to stop a behavior that was no longer serving me. Somehow this felt better. Eventually I came to the conclusion that it was time for me to take control of my life and not allow an addiction to have control over me. The addiction was driving my choices and that did not feel good. It was time to take my power back. Once I was honest with myself, two things shifted my perspective. The first was, the only one who can choose to smoke was me. And the second was, the only one who could choose to stop smoking was me. In full transparency, this is a humble attempt to give someone like you hope that you too can stop for good just like I did. To share with you what I wish someone shared with me when I was searching for a solution or support for years. Out of need, desire and sometimes desperation, I have taken the time to read, explore and learn healthy ways to change my life. I have also professionally counseled thousands of people to do the same over the years. I am giving you the footprints on a roadmap so you can follow it to make your journey a little easier and more successful than if you were doing this on your own.
Lastly, consider this as a gentle reminder that you are not alone. Oftentimes we think we're the only ones going through something difficult. Or, that we don't have what it takes to achieve hard goals. Or we may feel weak because we have not been able to stop in the past. I myself have had all of these feelings and thoughts at one time or another. Although it's human nature to feel and think this way at times, there is another way. This book will help you to to discover and explore ways that may work for you.
The truth is millions and possibly billions of people like you and I have faced unhealthy habits or addictions at some point in our lives. With a deep desire, a willing attitude and trusted guidance, anyone can change and conquer anything they want. Together we'll focus on the most simple yet powerful steps you can take to create positive change in your life. You may find the strategies and mindset changes we talk about can be transferred to other areas or things you would like to transform or achieve. If you're ready to receive helpful guidance on how to make healthier choices and create a happier life, then this is the book for you.