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Smoking Cessation

Success is a journey, where are you on your journey to quitting?

Thinking About Quitting

Do you have mixed emotions about quitting? Unsure if you can really do it? Worried about gaining weight? Afraid to make the commitment because you don't want to fail? You're not alone.

The short videos below will help you understand your feelings at the different stages of the quitting process. View them in order or skip around. Do whatever works for you. Enlisting the support and guidance of a Health Coach who is specially-trained in smoking cessation may be the right choice for you. It never hurts to have extra support in your corner!

The Real Cost of Smoking

A Health Coach can help guide you through these stages of quitting smoking. Abbott's tobacco cessation resource provides free one-on-one telephone coaching, supported by online resources to help you prepare for a successful, tobacco free future.

You're time is precious, and so is your health. This program takes minimal time from your busy schedule, but can literally add years to your life.

Preparing for my Quit Day

To successfully quit smoking, you need to be prepared, just as you would prepare for a work day, a vacation or cooking a meal. Are you ready to S.T.A.R.T?

S — Set a quit date
T — Tell your friends and family
A — Anticipate the challenges you'll face
R — Remove temptations
T — Talk to your doctor

Not quite ready to prepare for this next step? Review the videos in the Thinking About Quitting section above or talk with a specially-trained Health Coach for guidance and support.

Check out these videos to help you as you prepare for your Quit Day:

Quitting Today!

Today you are taking the first step to a healthier lifestyle — it's a day to celebrate! Let your friends and family know this is your quit day and ask them for their patience, support and encouragement. If you're having second thoughts, listen to the videos in the Preparing for my Quit Day section above or talk with a Health Coach for added guidance and support. And remember to take it one day at a time.

Trying to Stay Quit

Quitting smoking is a journey and it takes time. Be mindful of the changes you'll notice in your body, attitude and demeanor. Some days may be more difficult than others. Know your smoking triggers and have a plan to work around them. Don't think of smoking as all or none—if you slip, don't beat yourself up or dwell on the past, just move forward and get right back on track. Maintaining a positive, guilt-free attitude can help throughout the journey to total freedom from tobacco. Consider talking with a Health Coach who is specially-trained in smoking cessation. Your Health Coach can help you work through those urges and slip-ups.

Earn a $50 gift card

When you sign up to work with a Health Coach and complete at least three calls, you'll get a $50 Visa gift card to help you live life well!

Learn more

To get more information or to get scheduled with a Health Coach call (877) 292-1373 (Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to midnight ET, and Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET).