Personal statement from Nathalie
After many years of smoking, I felt that the time was right
for me to give up. I joined Smoking Matters and had an initial chat with June,
the advisor. Once I had made my mind up to give 100% to the programme, I sought
advice and was prescribed patches and I also chose the inhalator so that I had
something to do with my hands.
After about three days, I was not as irritable and when I
had my Carbon Monoxide levels checked again, they were the same as a non
smoker!! Great!
I have been on the programme for 5 weeks now and have not
deviated from the plan.
If it works for me…It could work for you!!! So if you are a
smoker, why not give it a go??
Since I joined the programme, 2 others have had their Carbon
Monoxide levels checked and are seriously thinking about giving up. The beauty
of the Drop In at the office is that there will be peer support to encourage
you to continue on your quest for a healthier lifestyle.
