Those who have escaped abusive relationships swear to themselves that they will never get into another one. Nicotine addiction can be likened to a partner who displays abusive behavior.
It isolates and cuts you off from family and friends, deprives you of quality time with your kids.
It may prevent you from holding a job due to environmental or health concerns.
It will blame everything else for smoking. It's always someone else's fault, the boss, the job, divorce, death, finances, family, sick, you —
It is controlling, it will often rant and rave when you won’t give in to its beck and call. Expects you to serve, obey and remain addicted.
It will constantly mentally abuse and torture you to think that you need it and can’t make it without nicotine.
Sadly, it may take an average of five to seven acts of quitting to finally let the abuser go.
It's easier to avoid an abusive relationship if you're able to detect the early signs.
Know our triggers and educate yourself to protect your quit. NOPE Not one puff ever.
Plan to avoid relapse and being with the abuser nicotine. Read. Study. Research. Prepare.
There is a path to a safer, healthier and happier life which often starts with knowledge. Let the abuser go!
Your life depends on it and you deserve FREEDOM from the abuser.
