What should I do if my friend smokes?

Here are a few ideas:

1. Call you when she feels the urge to smoke. Remind her that the urge to smoke will pass in just a few minutes – whether she smokes a cigarette or not!
2. Leave the place that makes him want to smoke.
3. Do some deep breathing if she is feeling tense.

How do I convince my friend to stop smoking?

telling them to take it one day at a time and reward themselves throughout the quitting process. encouraging them to exercise regularly – this helps deal with withdrawal symptoms, avoid weight gain and improve mood. reminding them to look after themselves – to get plenty of sleep and eat well.

Is 1 cigarette a day good?

Conclusions Smoking only about one cigarette per day carries a risk of developing coronary heart disease and stroke much greater than expected: around half that for people who smoke 20 per day. No safe level of smoking exists for cardiovascular disease.

How can I get my friend to stop smoking?

You can help your friend stay away from sweets. Offer them low-fat snacks like carrots, fresh fruit, plain popcorn or sugarless gum. Exercise really helps to keep weight down. Offer to do things together where smoking doesn’t fit in – swimming, jogging, or brisk walking.

What to say to a friend who is smoking weed?

Start by thinking about why your friend’s using weed bothers you. Write down “I” statements, such as “I feel sad that you’re not drawing or writing anymore like you used to because of smoking weed.” Never use second person, as your friend may feel attacked if you start using “you” statements.

How can I get my husband to quit smoking?

Give lots of praise and offer rewards for getting through a day, a week, or a month without smoking. Rewards can be simple – flowers, something to eat, a card. Give rewards right away. Giving rewards right away works better than rewards promised for the future. Offer to do things together like eating at a restaurant, going to a movie or for a walk.

What if my friend is not ready to accept addiction?

If your friend is not ready to accept the addiction, don’t feel as if you failed. Often those who seek help point to conversations like these as a reason why they found the path to sobriety. Explain that you are just concerned and don’t want to miss out on having the friendship.