This October, join the 2.5 million people who’ve been inspired by Stoptober. Even if it’s your first time or you’ve tried before, Stoptober gives you the perfect opportunity to quit smoking. Stay smoke-free for 28 days, and you’re 5 times more likely to quit for good.With the right support, quitting is easier than you think. Start planning today by checking out our free tools and tips to help you stay on track. You’ve got this!

Ways to quit

Many people try to quit smoking with willpower alone, but it's much easier to go smoke-free with the right help. There are lots of support options available to help you on your quitting journey. You might want to consider the cost of different aids and the side effects. If you've tried to quit before, think about what methods worked for you and what you might want to do differently.

The key is not to give up, try different combinations until you find the one that works for you.

Quitting tips

You have made a great decision to give up smoking. Here are some tips to help you succeed. Once you have picked your quit date, remember to add it to your calendar.

1. List your reasons to quit.
2. Tell people you're quitting.
3. If you have tried to quit before, remember what worked.
4. Use stop smoking aids.
5. Have a plan if you are tempted to smoke.
6. List your smoking triggers and how to avoid them.
7. Keep cravings at bay by keeping busy.
8. Exercise away the urge.
9. Join the Facebook group for support and advice.

Good luck. Throw away all your cigarettes before you start. Remember, there is never "just 1 cigarette". You can do it!

For more information & about free personalised quit plan, click here.