If you are reading this article it means that you have already thought about stopping smoking. The first step in quitting a habit or in changing your life is to take a firm determination or a vow to yourself that you are going to do something. However, in order to take this first step you have to be convinced that it is the right thing to do. If you need some more reasons why it is time to do something about your smoking habit, here are five things to consider:
1. You can live longer if you stop smoking now
According to a study in the British Medical Journal, quitting smoking now could add 7-10 years to your life. No one can be sure that he or she will be alive tomorrow. Anything can happen, due to circumstances beyond our control. Despite this, we should do whatever we can that is within our control to live a long and happy life. You cant prevent yourself from being injured in an earthquake, but you can prevent yourself from dying due to a smoking related illness.
2. Smoking is no longer cool
Many people begin smoking due to peer pressure or for other social reasons. At one time it was fashionable or cool to smoke, but that is no longer so. With...