Most People Try More Than Once:
Here’s What to Expect Along the Way

You’re not starting from scratch. If you’ve tried quitting before, you’ve probably learned more than you think. You’ve learned about your triggers, your typical routines, and what you need to cope with challenges. That knowledge gives you a head start with the next quit attempt.

This page helps you build on that experience.

Quitting nicotine doesn’t happen in a single moment. It’s a series of stages, each one with it’s own challenges. The more you understand what tends to happen at each stage, the better prepared you’ll be.

Here’s what many people experience in the first few days, weeks, and months of quitting nicotine:


First 3 Days: Physical Withdrawal
What you might feel: Cravings,
Why it’s happening: Your body
What can help: Stay hydrated
🟢 This phase is hard, but it passes. If you can get through this stage, you’ve done something huge.

Weeks 2-4: Adjusting Your Routine
First 3 Days: Physical Withdrawal
What you might feel: Cravings,
Why it’s happening: Your body
What can help: Stay hydrated
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Months 1-3: The New Normal Starts to Settle in
Weeks 2-4: Adjusting Your Routine
First 3 Days: Physical Withdrawal
What you might feel: Cravings,
Why it’s happening: Your body
What can help: Stay hydrated
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There’s no one way to quit, but there’s a way that works specifically for you. Whether you’re quitting completely, switching to safer products, or just being curious about your options, you should be able to access honest, supportive information. This site can help you explore:

A list of safer nicotine products
Why you