Congratulations. It takes courage to put down that last cigarette. Now it's time to substitute new, healthy behaviors for smoking. You'll have to be ready for cravings — it can get ugly in the beginning. To help you beat the cravings and avoid your triggers, read what to expect and quitting tips for day one and beyond.

	Fact: Nicotine withdrawal cravings don't end after you've smoked your last cigarette. They intensify because of nicotine withdrawal. Learn more about cravings - and how to Tame Your Cravings.

Don't hesitate to rely on your support group. Share your concerns and victories with the people you care about. Read about celebrating small wins here.

Also, prepare to slip once or twice — most people do. The trick is to stay with it and don't be too hard on yourself. Slips are learning opportunities. Learn more about relapse here.

Lifestyle changes are inevitable, but hopefully you're armed with your own personal quitting plan and a commitment to make quitting a priority in your life, so you're absolutely ready to get on with life as a non-smoker.

What to expect
The physical and emotional realities of quitting.

Quitting tips
How to take quitting one craving at a time.

Small wins
Every un-smoked butt is a victory worth celebrating.

About relapse
If you've had a cigarette or two, you're not alone — and you can still quit.

Practice the five D's whenever you get a craving.

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