Understanding The Journey

Nicotine is highly addictive, and the habit of the hand-to-mouth motion adds to the difficulty of quitting. Plus, tobacco marketing leads people to believe that e-cigarettes, hookah, and smokeless tobacco are safe alternatives to smoking.

If you’re helping — or wanting — a loved one or friend to quit, remember that most people take 5 - 7 tries to quit before succeeding. Your encouragement and the tools, confidence, and support of the Quitline are the best chance for someone to quit for good.

Tools to Help Them Quit

Illinois Tobacco Quitline

"I’ve been rewarding myself with the cigarette money I no longer use!"

Angie U.

"I know how hard the road is to quit. I gave myself a goal and a reason. That’s what made me successful."

Clinton E.

"The Quit Line is a great place to start and end up a non-smoker. Do it for your kids and grandkids!"

Tina B.

"After a week, nicotine leaves your body. After that it’s the “going through the motions” like the first time of not smoking in your car, after a meal, morning coffee, etc. That was the toughest part. I’m going on 2 years now – after smoking for 40."

Chris L.

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