Most tobacco users have mixed feelings about quitting. Smoking, vaping, dipping or chewing might make you feel good when you’re doing it. Or maybe it just makes you feel better than when you don’t. Over time though, negative feelings about using tobacco can begin to outweigh any positive feelings.
It’s normal to have mixed feelings like this. Smoking, vaping, dipping or chewing can feel like an important part of your life. And the idea of quitting can be overwhelming.
Take out a piece of paper, or make a note on your phone. Write down the pros and cons that go through your mind when you think about quitting. The pros would be any positive thoughts and feelings about quitting. The cons would be any negative thoughts or feelings about quitting. Here are some examples to get you started on your own list: