To cease smoking is the easiest thing I ever did.  I ought to know because I’ve done it a thousand times.  – Mark Twain

The benefits of quitting smoking are almost unlimited. When you quit, you will notice your health improve in not just a few ways, but in almost every way possible. You will get more energy, you will be sick less and you will be more alive than ever.

Have you ever wanted to stop smoking, but haven’t been able to? Sadly, it’s a very common problem. However, if you’re serious about quitting, these are some of the benefits you can expect to gain.

When you quit smoking, you will get…

1. Better blood circulation, and therefore warmer hands and feet.
2. Higher energy levels.
3. Increased stamina.
4. Improved sense of taste.
5. Improved sense of smell.
6. Less feelings of thirst.
7. Less dry lips and mouth
8. Lower blood pressure.
9. Better pulse rates.
10. Lower risk of gum diseases.
11. Lower risk of cancer.
12. Lower risk of heart attack.
13. Lower risk of stroke.
14. Lower risk of blindness.
15. Lower risk of impotence.
16. Lower risk of miscarriage.
17. Lower risk of having to amputate limbs.
18. Higher levels of antioxidants.
19. Strengthened immune system.
20. Higher blood oxygen levels.
21. Increased lung capacity.
22. Increased capacity to build muscles.
23. Less nausea from smoking too much.
24. Less coughing.
25. Less trembling hands.
26. Improved vision.
27. Less wrinkles and more beautiful skin.
28. Less yellow skin on fingers.
29. Less yellow nails.
30. Whiter teeth.
31. Less smelly clothes and hair.
32. Less feelings of guilt.
33. Possible improved self-image.
34. Decreased levels of stress hormones.
35. Increased sense of wellbeing.
36. Improved self-control.
37. Improved health of the people around you.
38. More cash and a better economy.
39. Lower life insurance premiums.
40. More available time for your loved ones.
41. A longer life.

If you’re a smoker, make your own list of benefits of not quitting. How many things can you come up with? It’s unlikely the list would be very long. Creating lists of pros and cons is a great way to give you motivation to change any habit.

Smoking cessation is not easy, but you can succeed if you put all your effort into it. Keep reminding yourself of the benefits you can gain. Visualize yourself as a happy non-smoker. Believe in your ability to succeed.

You have the ability to do it, right here and right now.

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