The joy of Christmas is over and the bell of the New Year is about to ring. This is a great time for us to re-examine our lifestyle and set new goals. We've all done it - "I'm finally going to join the gym!" "I won't drink again this week!" New Year's resolutions are always made with the best of intentions, but the reality can be quite the opposite; Life has a way of luring us back to our old ways before long. Indeed, one of the hardest resolutions to keep is to quit smoking. For many people, the addictive nature of smoking is one of the hardest things to overcome, and many attempts to quit fail after a short time.
If you're an e-cigarette user, you might want to add improving your vaping habits or exploring better products to your list of New Year's resolutions.
You're not alone in this fight
Not all cases are so gloomy, and there are plenty of avenues and support resources for people to explore. Nicotine replacement therapies (NRT), such as patches, gum, and sprays, have been around for years and have helped many people break free from tobacco. In recent years, the emergence of e-cigarettes has also provided new options for quitting smoking and is said to have had a significant positive impact on attempts to quit.
If you decide to try e-cigarettes instead of traditional cigarettes over the New Year, we will fully support you! Read on and we'll share some practical tips to help you stick to your resolutions.
Set clear goals
Life can be unpredictable even under the best of circumstances, and we understand that making a plan and sticking to it can be challenging. Still, planning as far in advance as possible can really help you achieve your wishes.
Defining your e-cigarette goals is the first step. These goals may include:
Lower your nicotine intake.
Try more flavors to enrich the experience.
Upgrade to a higher-end e-cigarette device.
Clear goals help you track your progress more effectively and motivate yourself to keep going.
Optimize products and improve quality
E-liquid are substances that we evaporate in e-cigarettes to create a vapor containing nicotine that we then inhale to satisfy our cravings. They come in a variety of different forms with different properties and are suitable for different types of smoking. Pairing the right liquid with the right equipment is a key step in making sure you start your journey right.
The New Year is a great opportunity to explore high-quality e-liquids and devices. Choosing a quality product will not only enhance your experience, it will also strengthen your resolve. You can try:
Fruity e-vape: like watermelon, pineapple or blueberry, fresh and fun.
Tea-flavored e-cigarette oil: such as white peach oolong or jasmine green tea, bringing soothing feelings.
High-performance devices: For example, portable temperature-controlled e-cigarettes, experience a smarter way to use them.
Disassemble the goal, step by step
Try to set goals that are manageable and achievable. Let you reach your goal in a day or a week without smoking a single cigarette. If this goal is too extreme, limit the number of cigarettes you smoke each day or week, and then reduce that number regularly.
Break big goals into smaller milestones. For example:
The first month: Record daily usage frequency and preferences.
Second month: Reduce your nicotine intake by 10%.
Month 3: Try two new vape flavors.
Smaller goals are easier to achieve and will give you a lasting sense of accomplishment.
Stay active and live a healthy life
You don't need to do much, a simple walk or easy stretching is enough. Several scientific studies have shown that as little as five minutes of exercise a day can effectively reduce appetite. Not only is exercise a distraction, but studies have shown that endorphins and other chemicals released by the brain during physical activity do have an appetite suppressant effect.
While this is not novel advice, exercise does improve health and provide a positive boost to your journey to quit smoking.
The advice above applies to everyone, regardless of their choice of alternative to smoking. If you decide to use e-cigarettes, there are certain things you need to look at to ensure your transition is smooth. You can find all the relevant information about starting to use e-cigarettes in our Vape Health Guide.
Sticking to your New Year's e-cigarette resolution is not only an opportunity to improve yourself, but also an important step in improving your lifestyle. Finally, good luck! I wish you happiness, health and happiness in the coming year.
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