Before going to bed, review the above list and repeat one of the reasons 10 times. In the morning, review the list again, and repeat all of the reasons three times. The key to success is to identify and develop strong personal reasons why you want to quit. They are reasons why YOU want to quit, not reasons why someone else wants you to quit. Someone else's desire for you to stop smoking, however, can, indeed, be a valid reason why you want to become a non-smoker.
Withdrawal symptoms are temporary.
They last only 1 week or so. Most relapses occur in the first week after quitting, when withdrawal symptoms are strongest and your body is still dependent on nicotine. With willpower, commitment, the tips in this guide, and the support of family and friends, you CAN make it through. These are the times when people reach for cigarettes automatically, because they associate smoking with relaxing. This is the kind of situation that's hard to prepare yourself for until it happens.