Reminders in your daily life of situations when you used to use tobacco products may trigger your desire to do so again.
Triggers may include:
social triggers, such as being around others who use tobacco or in a social gathering or event
emotional triggers, such as feeling stressed or anxious; bored, lonely, sad, or frustrated or upset after an argument; or happy, excited, or relieved
pattern or activity triggers, such as starting the day, being in a car, drinking coffee or tea, enjoying a meal or an alcoholic beverage
Knowing your triggers for using tobacco helps you stay in control because you can choose to avoid those triggers or keep your mind distracted and busy when you cannot avoid them. More specific information on different types of triggers is on Smokefree.gov.