Great American Smokeout Special

The third Thursday in November is the date set aside for the American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout. On this day smokers are encouraged to give up the cigarette habit for at least that day. Often times an individual will discover that stopping isn't hard as anticipated and continues beyond that day.

Does this suggest that the "addiction" to smoking is in at least part a form of negative hypnosis-that a person becomes convinced that they can't stop and doesn't really put forth the effort to break the habit? Although there is certainly a physiological component to the nicotine habit, a comprehensive smoking cessation program accounts for this and simple measures like exercise, adequate hydration and deep breathing can help tremendously. These behaviors also minimize unwanted weight gain upon quitting.

Hypnosis counseling is a powerful tool that helps smokers break the negative trance that keeps them tied to the smoking habit. Consider this, public health surveys tell us that literally millions of Americans who once smoked have stopped successfully. Do these people have anything that you don't?

Some individuals find that private sessions work best for them. However there are also some who respond best to a group format, especially if they are quitting with a group of friends. If interested, I am offering small group (3 or more participants) smoking cesssation programs for $125 per person. This includes a follow-up visit after the quit date, which can be done individually if you like. Please call (732) 714-7040 for full details.