You'll be less likely to have acute illnesses like coughs, colds or allergies. Another benefit of quitting smoking is the money you save. Other benefits are improved taste and smell, and fewer illnesses for the people who live with you and work with you. If you quit smoking, it's more likely that your children will never smoke. Before you try to quit smoking, it's helpful for you to understand why you smoke.
People smoke for different reasons.
You may smoke for pleasure or to get a boost, to calm down, to keep your hands busy or to have something to do with friends. You may also smoke because it's a habit, an addiction or because other people in your family smoke. Think about the reasons why you smoke. Once you understand why you smoke and are motivated to quit, you can take steps to quit smoking. When you are ready to quit, it's helpful to pick a quit date and make a plan for quitting.