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Wherever you are, start here
Whether you are thinking about quitting, in the middle of withdrawal, or back after a relapse — this page gives you the shortest useful path through the rest of this site.
If you have not decided yet
Start with How to Quit Smoking to understand what quitting actually involves, then read the most asked questions people have before quitting. You do not need to feel 100% ready — preparation is part of quitting.
If you have decided to quit
- Pick a quit date within the next 1–2 weeks. Writing it down makes it real.
- Choose your method: compare quit methods (cold turkey, gradual reduction, NRT, medication, behavioral support).
- Prepare your environment: remove cigarettes, lighters and ashtrays. Plan for your top triggers.
- Know what to expect: read the withdrawal guide and the quit timeline.
- Tell people and get support: a quitline, a counselor, or a quit-smoking community all improve your chances.
If you are in the middle of quitting
What you are feeling right now is normal and temporary: withdrawal symptoms peak in the first week and settle within weeks. For a craving happening right now, use the cravings playbook. Reading real quit experiences from people at the same stage helps more than most people expect.
If you have relapsed
A relapse is part of the quitting process for many people — it is not a verdict. Read Relapse & Recovery to understand what happened, learn from it, and set a new quit date. Most successful quitters made several attempts.
If you are supporting someone who is quitting
The first weeks are the hardest. Expect irritability — it is withdrawal, not their personality. Practical help (removing triggers, being available, not smoking around them) matters more than advice.
Not sure where to begin?
Answer a few questions about where you are and this site will point you to the right pages.