5 Quick Lessons to Learn From Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking

[@snehalt.channel992]

*Summary* 1. *Fear of* withdrawal , discomfort is the main reason for not quiting .you only fail if you don't try. 2. *Only If you really want it* . 3. *Their is nothing to loose* But everything to gain- freedom From guilt, misery,bad health,etc. 4. *Craving is due to Last cigarette* 5. *Anyone can quit smoking* 🚬😷 ❤️👍

[@CelticSaint]

My first day today. I almost gave in and started walking too the shop, a huge battle was going on in my head! I looked through the door of the shop, and somehow didn't walk in. I walked home and am sat here now. I am glad I didn't crack.

[@ChrisSkoyles]

Great job on turning back and not giving in - a big achievement for anybody. Best of luck with the rest of your journey - you've won one battle, here's to many more!

[@djburton3609]

Good work! Still smoke free?

[@c_farther5208]

I don't know how anyone is successful without deep breathing exercises. Look into that, the craves are like demons, you can ward them off though. Keep going, you can do it. Sounds like you want to.

[@chickpea1723]

Well done 👍🏼

[@johnnycmajor]

Damn, why did you have to mention crack....

[@allymonte7295]

I was afraid of failing. Failing myself and my family. I read Allen Carr's Easy Way to stop smoking and have been smoke free 12 days! What a wonderful man! 💖

[@lizmacdonald5512]

U keep going h r amazing x

[@Keithbarber]

22/08/2019 - it's now an estimated 8882 days since I quit smoking 177,000+ cigarettes not smoked

[@Keithbarber]

24 DEC 2019 - Will be my estimsted 9000th day as a non-smoker I was once on 20-30 embassy per day 15-20 super kings per day

[@Keithbarber]

I packed up smoking using nicotine patches, but only for 3 days, but I survived without major trauma, and went "cold Turkey" from there But I didn't tell anybody I had quit smoking and I was a fortnight into my quit before anybody asked me for a cigarette I had not been seen smoking, I wasn't offering or poncing fags but nobody took any notice and even 2 months into the quit, fellow workmates hadn't realised I was quit smoking, and a couple asked me for a fag, but when I revealed I had stopped, they told me to keep it up After about 3 months, a rumour went round I had stopped and I admitted I had, interest quickly died down, but it was far easier by NOT telling anybody and not offering not poncing

[@HonkTheMusic]

So you quit around 25 years ago?

[@Keithbarber]

@@HonkTheMusic April 1995

[@HonkTheMusic]

@@Keithbarber That's longer than I've been alive. Thanks for sharing that story, however. I've been smoking on and off for about 3 years, currently vaping, but cutting down. If you could do it, I can too. Thanks for sharing.

[@dallykaur2646]

My favourite tip is the vicious cycle that the last cigarette caused and the relief the next one alleviates. Never thought of it like this. I relate to all the steps. 44 years old and I still hide smoking from my family! The rigmarole of cleaning myself up, making sure my house doesn't smell, even carrying a small bottle of comfort in my bag, leave in hair conditioner and mints, just because I had a cigg on the way to my folks (as an example) is embarrassing to say the least. I can relate to each an every point you made. I'm so scared to give up. I love smoking on holiday. I love the anxiety relief, I love the way it soothes me. I HATE THE WAY THEY CONTROL ME AND MAKE ME BELIEVE SUCH REDICULOUS LIES ABOUT THEIR POWER. I HATE THAT THEY MAKE ME FEEL LIKE A LOSER FOR GOING THROUGH A CLEAN UP ROUTINE. I HATE THAT I FEEL I NEED THEM. It very much is part and parcel with psychological issues in my humble opinion. Much like an abusive partner, you stay because YOU THINK you can't do any better without them, that you need them and who you without this identity? What's going to help you? What's going to be your crutch when you're going through a bad time. I wanted to give up once, this was when I left an abusive relationship and the cessation group who I went to told me not to, because going through two emotionally traumatic things could knock me over the edge. I've used this as my excuse not to give up, even when things became better, but here I am again 7 years later, in a bad place in my life and still smoking these addition sticks. I am going to give up! I now know they are just as abusive and controlling and why should I let them control me!! Big words from someone who only had a cigarette an hour ago but you know what, if I keep saying tomorrow... Well, we all know tomorrow never comes, because when it does its now today! So today I am going to start my journey. I'm scared as f**k but here goes, saving money, saving my life, and removing the abusive addition from my life... 🤔 Put like that it doesn't sound so bad does it?? This will become my mantra! Thank you for this video... I'm sure I'll be watching loads more going forward... I can already feel the anxiety building, which is why I'm frantically typing... and my message became this long... Oops 😣 I wish everyone on here the very very best of luck in beating this demon!! x

[@MONTI439]

are you still smoking? (just curious)

[@bakedbookworm]

i hope you quit

[@kolarz2128]

​@@MONTI439I guess she is

[@ciararespect4296]

Yea a lot of people give ut the big talk. They're desperately trying to brainwash themselves and think by making the effort of writing stuff out helps It does a little bit but he probably expended all his energy in that instead of making personal reasons why not to smoke He said he had one sn hour ago lololol ​@@kolarz2128

[@leighholmes8149]

I fucked up today and smoked after being smoke free for over a fortnight. Well now tomorrow is another day to be smoke free again. Thankyou

[@eternalsunny]

I am 52 hours without a cigarette and very determined but fearful of the temptations everywhere. Thank you for this video! You are right, I have nothing to lose by quitting. Just wish I was past the part that I am tempted. Smoked for 10 years after quitting, not smoking for over 20 before. I started again from Trauma and disappointments. Cigarettes were my friends, now they are killing me and I can’t afford them. I need to breath and be free. God bless you and everyone quitting. Prayers appreciated 🙏🏼

[@travisj2695]

I sat and listened to the audio version for 5 hours straight and quit smoking.

[@chanhtran2548]

Just smoked my last cigarette. I will never smoke again wish me good luck.

[@charbelfannoun7306]

You should not not hope my friend. You should know that you stopped :)

[@ciararespect4296]

Bs

[@stephenstuckey]

Hows it going?

[@bradadam7127]

Never say never Just do it 🎉

[@kimmieknapp6603]

How did it go? I'm twenty weeks free! Smober.

[@WhatYouSee]

After over 42 years of smoking, am now going on 7 weeks as a non-smoker. And I AM claiming myself as a non-smoker. I feel that I deserve to. My breathing is still a bit tight and breath a bit short, however the doctor insists that will get better. I can sleep through the night with no coughing fits waking me up. I have extra time, now. It was a struggle to process that initially. Now, I take those former smoke breaks at work by walking for the EXACT AMOUNT OF TIME that it used to take me to smoke a cigarette. And.... the money that I am no longer spending on cigarettes, per month, is a greater amount than my monthly car payment. Quitting smoking is paying for my car!

[@milamila251]

That's awesome big achievement ❤️❤️❤️

[@ChadRobertHill]

Every night before I go to bed my throat is sore, I stink and I can barely breathe... Tonight I showered watched your video and I’m laying in bed not smelling like smoke! It feels nice and it’s a rare occurrence... I don’t know if I’m going to quit but at least tonight I didn’t have one city because of you, thanks. What really makes sense to me is not having the first ciggy to want another one, I’ll try not having my first cig of the day and see what happens ha!

[@mthomas3547]

I haven't quit yet, but I'm reading Alan's book and I'm getting myself prepared for it. I want to quit and I'd love to be smoke-free. I can quit a lot of things, so I'm okay with change, but I want to get as much information as I can to gear up. Thank you!

[@amberg4775]

Did you quit?

[@kathymalloy9686]

I smoked for 50 plus years & today is day 50 of my quit smoking journey! I like the feeling of being guilt-free. I'm still struggling but it's better than feeling guilty all the time!

[@e-spy]

don't you hate those people who say they gave it up and never thought of it again? I know a few of them! then they become judgmental! Are you still done?

[@allymonte7295]

Fantastic! Congrats!

[@FindingKathyBrown]

We lose absolutely nothing by quitting... Thank you

[@ChrisSkoyles]

Very welcome :) There's so much to gain from being smoke free and yes -nothing to lose- :)

[@paullesieur147]

This is glorious, I been tryin to find out about "quit smoking is easy" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about - Mackorny Smoking Escape Blueprint - (should be on google have a look ) ? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my neighbour got great success with it.

[@c_farther5208]

Just curious, did you make it? Are you a nonsmoker?

[@nancybaker9021]

you are so right

[@tomverhulst8645]

One of the strangest things I have found is that not getting rid of my last pack, my lighters, has been hugely helpful. I was ( notice the past tense) a 2-3 pack a day smoker for over 20 years. It has been helpful to have the same pack of smokes siTting in front of me for a couple of weeks now as I have something to say f-u to every time time I get a craving. If you can be mentally strong enough to give smokes a big middle finger while they stare you in the face, it is almost rewarding on some strange level at least for me.

[@PiOfficial]

Tom Verhulst I’ve done the same aha

[@empowl1607]

Me too.

[@darrenboyer8077]

Wow power to you.

[@janetwestwood9194]

🤔😲👍

[@wisecampmotorcycles8258]

This book works. Halfway through the book, I had to stop reading it, because I still had half a packet of smokes. I could feel the book working. Finished my smokes, read the rest of the book, and quit, for 10 years. Relapsed for the last 4 years. Now I'm ready, to read the book again, and quit for good.

[@lauragabriel4898]

One week now grateful

[@ally11488]

I did the 5-hour course in Glasgow during 11th October, 2003. Haven't touched one since I smoked "Your last cigarette", (as promised in final 30 minutes), at approximately 12:30pm that day. It definitely works.

[@johnrevelation37]

Im going to start today! I can do it too! Thank you for making this video!

[@joezilla911]

Hey Chris! I love the videos! This is my second serious attempt at quitting. I'm at 5 days, and going strong! It feels wonderful, and I appreciate your help along the way! Thank you!!!

[@ChrisSkoyles]

Great job on five days! Sorry it took me a little while to reply, but wishing you every success on your journey!

[@helenkhan3287]

In a sea of negative "what to expect when you quit smoking" videos, going on about migraines, vivid dreams, over eating, anxiety etc etc, this video was so so positive, so thanks for that. It's 4:22am and I'm wide awake, torn between dying to quit and being terrified that I won't be strong enough to. My addiction is exactly like this- controlling me. I'd really appreciate any tips, tricks or positive vibes ✌💖

[@jamesgalvin2225]

an ex-smoker has an unfair advantage for the rest of life than a non-smoker as the ex-smoker relishes freedom even more as a result of the feeling of being freed is so great it like a catapult effect to celebration from prison yes baby that freedom feel so good

[@ChrisSkoyles]

Absolutely agree :) I even made a video on this very subject :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYvJqaKkZ8SnjZo

[@chickpea1723]

anthonyok I was a smoker for years and now it’s awesome, cravings don’t last long and soon you’ll be disgusted by the fact you used to smoke 🥴 You’ll feel free after 30 days 💪

[@5kr3aminMunk33]

@stardusty I want freedom too

[@candismith4080]

Day 7 today, it's about my 10th try to quit over the years. Have smoked for 40 years. Am on Chantix and have really had no cravings that didn't go away after a few minutes. I liked your video and now a subscriber of yours. Thank you

[@BerendWerkman]

I made it to 24 hours whithout cigarettes and already my coworkers started to notice since I no longer smell like an ashtray

[@kuibeiguahua]

Day one GO GO GO! I didn't want to read the Easy Way again, so I came here. Nothing to lose, everything to gain!

[@alabernathy8348]

Good luck i am on day 7.

[@Bellina81]

I am starting tomorrow, it is 2:40 am and I smoked my last cigarette just now .🙏🏼thank you for this wonderful,encouraging video.❤️

[@fallenstar358]

How do you feel?

[@prithwirajpal4212]

Great content, just started my quitting journey today! ❤

[@joshuajackson4742]

I’m never EVER going to stop trying. The third day keeps getting to me. I get very emotional and anxious towards the third night. I’m gonna kick that third day to the ground when it comes around next. Today of one of those days. Thanks for your video

[@ChrisSkoyles]

Wishing you every success, Joshua! It's often said the first 72 hours are the hardest but just getting through that period brings so much freedom and health and happiness. You can do this :)

[@djbb4322]

How is it going now? Did you quit?

[@NatashaR2014]

Are you still trying?

[@joshuajackson4742]

@@NatashaR2014 nope! I quit! :D

[@jedemrich5383]

32 days done and feeling pleased with myself

[@matthewsands7170]

Thanks so much for this video. I’ve smoked for years and really want to stop and this has put it into perspective . My quit day is tomorrow so wish me luck !

[@nicholasciccone2895]

Matthew Sands how did you go?

[@kateclemons5921]

Matthew and today?

[@Oldgitmusic]

Brilliant video I was rushed too hospital on oxygen and diagnosed with viral bronchitis and couldn't breathe, this video was brilliant from such a positive guy, top marks.

[@michellepauly6517]

I cracked last night, I'm so angry with myself and hugely disappointed with myself. Your videos are fantastic, thank you so much. I can totally relate to you.

[@dmullz100]

How are you doing now ???

[@michellepauly6517]

@@dmullz100 I stopped again for 3 months, then started again. I'm on day one again. 😭

[@tattyuk75]

I can’t thank you enough for this video. My quit day is tomorrow, everything is in place but the last cog was yet to fall into my mind to strengthen me. You’ve just done that and for that, I’m so grateful. I’ll be watching this video every day for as long as I need to and will come back if I need to. I’ll keep you posted on my progress. Thanks Chris.

[@djbb4322]

How's it going??

[@tattyuk75]

@@djbb4322 Still not smoking but do vape I’m afraid.

[@stephengarner1024]

Great video - I used the Alan Carr book and finished it today and I have put what I believe my last cigarette out today. I like your 5 points they all make sense - I think for me I’ll keep telling myself that: I need to break the chain I shouldn’t be a slave The black shadows really are embarrassing I want to kill the monster before it kills me I may watch this video a few times in the first couple of weeks but it’s certainly made me realise I’ve made the right decision in the first place

[@ChrisSkoyles]

Hi Stephen, great job on making the decision to quit, it's always the right decision! Hope your journey is going well so far!

[@cherhop1]

Torment. That’s what smoking feels like. Started the book today. Tomorrow is July 4th Independence Day. The time has come - I am ready to let go of this maddening addiction. I quit for 12 years and somehow started again. So stupid and embarrassing. I desire my freedom back!!

[@BMX__dad]

I'm an hour into quitting. Have read this book a few times now but stupidly had a cig after 7 days on my last attempt. I quite smoking weed over 7 years ago and quite alcohol 2 years ago so I know I can do it.

[@miositv549]

you got this

[@joshmccormick7534]

Im on day 2 of no smoking. Thank you for the encouragement it's what I was looking for.

[@helendavies4758]

How are u getting on Josh x

[@michaelnichol4085]

Keep it goin man I’m with ya

[@mounir1ful]

Did you quit for good?

[@jesuscake888]

Hey mate. 14 days in. Your videos among others have really helped. Enjoying your channel, keep up the good work!

[@ChrisSkoyles]

Thanks, Jake :) Glad you're finding these videos helpful. Great job on 14 days, here's to many more ahead for you! :)

[@c_farther5208]

Just curious, did you make it, are you smoke free now?

[@juliepangborn7282]

Two months!! Smoking for 40 yrs. I know you won't read this chris because it's 3 yrs old but someone else might. I appreciate your videos. 💚

[@jimmylee3730]

I’m 3 days off the cigs now and feel good to be honest.smoked for 30 yrs! I beat a gambling addiction and now it’s time to beat the cigs,.as an older parent (I’m 47 and my little lad is 6) I want to carry on doing the active things with him and not be the old wrinkly out of breath fella on the side lines.any urges I get I look at a picture of my lad and the urge doesn’t seem that bad any more .Good luck to anyone trying to stop ,keep focused and keep strong 🤞🏻

[@sindylabuschagne1890]

Day 5 smoke free, cold turkey. Having deep mental debates with myself 😩

[@anaadamz375]

How did you get on ? I’m starting again day 3 now ... already eating for three though 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@sindylabuschagne1890]

@@anaadamz375 that's brilliant well done, I managed 2 months!! Unfortunately I've relapsed but definitely learnt from it. No matter how strong you think you are if you even have one you start all over again, I hope this advise will give you motivation to never ever touch it again 😂. I'm really mad at myself but prepping to quit again Saturday also eat when you need to try keep it healthy but a little comfort food here and there helps 😊

[@ohyesitsyouagain]

I’m on Day 5 now, harder today than on Day 2 😭😭

[@lisam4101]

Thank you I’m listening to both the original and the one for women over and over. Mainly because I’m ADHD and I keep missing things. But KZbin videos help too and yours is the first I’ve watched. I will be watching more and sharing with my smoker friends.

[@ChrisSkoyles]

Hi Lisa, glad you found the video helpful! I was told I was ADHD a few years ago too so I may have some understanding of what you mean! Wishing you every success on your journey!

[@aimyisrael2400]

​@@ChrisSkoylesdo you take meds for your adhd?

[@zafwarsi3238]

Great video...I read Mr. Carr's book as well. Point number 4 is what really blew my mind. Once I truly understood this, I believed I could quit. I am on day 11 and really, aside from a few moments of big cravings and some irritability earlier, I feel really awesome. Your mind will want to trick you into thinking you can smoke again...those moments last a few seconds so just ignore that monster in your head (as Alan puts it), and carry on. We really can do this. All the best to you all!

[@Mienarrr]

What really helps me with the psychological aspect is A) workout!! if i‘m at home and wanna smoke i go for a run or do some follow along youtube videos that are fun! when i‘m outside i remember tips like „Say out loud: I AM a non-smoker“ or i actively (in my head though!! not out loud lol) pity the people I see smoking. even at a party. it really helps and it gives me a happy lil feeling to know i‘m not trapped anymore 😁 honestly; just be ready to live a bit differently. youll probably change some routines (instead of smoking like i said i now use the time to workout, or i have time to play games or draw or do diy stuff anything really, youll gain new hobbies) and apart from that maybe you need to evaluate your company. i have one friend who smokes who is also terrible in the sense that she has twice when i tried stopping told me that i shouldnt stop and shouldnt make myself succumb to the pain of stopping. i dont see her for the time being.

[@earthseedproductions]

I did the easy way last week and felt great! Came the weekend and I caved and bought a pack. I got rid of that and now I'm on the easy way again. I hope for good this time. Thanks for the bullet points!

[@ChrisSkoyles]

Glad to hear you're back at it, Jen! Hope this is the one that works for you! :) I've mentioned in other videos I've done that sometimes those moments when we cave in can actually be really useful experiences for helping us to stay quit long-term :) Keep me posted with how your quit attempt goes and have a great week :)

[@djbb4322]

How's it going for you?

[@danielcoon2680]

Thanks for making this ❤ I've been a non smoker for 3 weeks because of the book, I've even gotten very drunk repeatedly (it's own problem) and still haven't smoked. PREACH BROTHER!

[@sindrifannarolafsson652]

I quit a week ago and im feeling good today. It has been a little emotional at times but so worth it. I was just like you mabye jumping up to 18 if i was stressed at work or having a really bad day otherwise my normal days it was on average 13-15 already a week later as a non smoker i see that 12 years of smoking really could have been less if i had read this amazing book! Thank you btw for this video nice to listen to in the morning.❤

[@helendavies4758]

Love that explanation on the cigarrette causing the torment I totally get it!! It's an endless cycle. I'm envious of your strength x

[@gutzmeister]

Thankyou sir, i'll try it one more time .. i really sick of this addiction I regret to be a smoker.. Warm welcome from indonesia. Keep it up your videos help me a lot. Thankyou

[@deedeedamnit406]

I know this was posted some while ago but I just stumbled across it...as you said looking for stop smoking vids on KZbin. This has inspired me further as I start this new journey. Thank you!

[@Warcrimeenthusiast]

Quitting now. Thanks for the help

[@pinkkatz22]

On day three now and I'm feeling ok. This was always the worst day for me but this time I've woken up to what a trap it is and I'm determined to Be free of it 👍💪💪🙏💖

[@mariocartel544]

I am day 20 without cigs but am currently not without nicotine unfortunately. I did stop from 3am until I "forgot" I wasn't a smoker and bought a vape at 11pm. It's now 1am. I'm going to do it a different way now. I'm going to keep it but just tuck it away. I think that helps something in my brain with the panic of running out. I won't be out ever, but I just won't need it. I'll think this time, is it worth it, and just know it's not. I finished Allen carrs book a couple days ago. And when I had my nicotine after going nearly 20 hours, I actually didn't even enjoy it. I kind of just reassured myself that it doesn't even help the craving much at all, if it does it just comes back anyways really quick. Your smile was reassuring, it's great to know that by watching the video it's proof to myself I haven't quite given up. So, round 999 starts now, quitting again!!

[@angelm795]

I'm on day 2 of easy way, I've cried each day bc I'm free now. Soon these minor pangs will be gone. I feel dizzy and spacey lol but I can enjoy the process bc I'm defeating my enemy . 15+ years of 10-15/day.

[@anitacoffey]

Oh my gosh, you're such a nice person. Thank you for this video and the encouragement. I'm planning to quit tomorrow. I'm so scared but you make me feel like there's hope for me. Thank you!

[@ChrisSkoyles]

There's absolutely hope! Here's wishing you every success on your journey!

[@user-zi9kb3nv6x]

Thanks Chris I really enjoyed your video. Congratulations on your own journey of freedom. This is my 3rd serious attempt to be free and I'm hoping the last. The crazy thing is that i know so well the benefits ,the pleasure and the freedom of making this choice to be a non smoker. I know I am a intelligent strong woman so find it hard to admit that I allowed myself to get back to this place again but i am really taking strength from your words about still trying, still in the game so I'm choosing not to feel like a failure because i lit up again but to learn from my mistake and get back on the path that leads to real happiness, real relaxation, a real ability to concentrate and real freedom. Thank you and wishing everyone the best .We can do this

[@abdell99922]

Got the book last week I’m half way reading I could sense my mindset has changed already: Not rushing to smoke I’m working on my quit day The only step I’m waiting for is to finish the book and start my smoke free life .

[@yuvrajadityakapoor2751]

Thank you so much Chris today I quit smoking because of your videos🙏

[@dmullz100]

On my 5th day ! I've read it a couple times and I quit, but this time around I listed to the audio book and I've been doing great ! Thanks for the video

[@boatymsboatface3929]

Wish me luck y’all 😁

[@petrosstefanis6234]

I have 5 cigs left, I will not buy or smoke anymore. My time has come. Thank you for the encouragement and great advice, I wrote it down and stuck it somewhere obvious. Day 1 for me.

[@redcorner8953]

How's it going now ?

[@sprthrwwychnnl73]

I read this book. I am right at seven days no nicotine cold turkey. This book did teach me a few things about my addiction and gave me different ways to look at it. But with that being said the book really discounts the importance of will power in quitting smoking, which is really insulting. I’m running on pretty much sheer will power right now, and I am absolutely miserable. The other thing is the cold turkey thing, that might be the best approach for some but some sort of nicotine replacement therapy (gum, patches, etc) might be a better fit for some. This book really takes a one-size-fits-all approach, and it certainly seems to have worked for many people and I am happy for them, but I don’t think I’m one of them. I am seven days smoke free, sure, but at this point I envy the dead.

[@saramonica1467]

Thank you Chris! I'm on my 4th day and it really helps to hear these words of assurance and encouragement, thank you!

[@ChrisSkoyles]

You're very welcome, Sara! Congratulations on the awesome job of getting to day 4! Hope there's many more ahead for you! :)

[@joshuajackson4742]

Sara Monica well done! I can’t get past three days. That third day seems to always get me.

[@saramonica1467]

Joshua Hoy yea! It gets easier, I promise! Hows it going for you now?

[@joshuajackson4742]

Sara Monica oh wow! I smoked a few drags on the day I commented on this, but now I couldn’t care less for a cigarette! I sing and the cigarettes ruined my voice. So happy to be free! I feel as though I am already a non smoker and my voice is healing. How is your quit going?

[@Nancy_Amy]

I just came across your channdl and had a look at your videos. So so so good cannot wait to look at them. What an amazing, inspirational journey you have been on and I can relate.

[@vichuswiss1868]

Good review. I think in your next review it's worth mentioning that it's better to read the whole book or listen to the whole audio book and most importantly that to carry on smoking until you have finished the book. That will eliminate the fear of starting to read the book itself.

[@hannahmitchell87]

Thanks for your words of encouragement! I think I was a little naive in thinking the book would have all the most positive effects. Still find my mind wandering to cravings & feel at times like I'm doing the 'Willpower Method' more than Easy Way. It's still far easier than my first solo attempt though. Allen Carr was a fantastic man!

[@hansiharjunharja]

In 2011 I tried for weeks to get into smoking, but I never made it. So, here I am, feeling good and healthy, not stinking like a bum, tasting the magnificent foods and drinks, and smelling my beautiful girls hair. Hats off to all of you who stayed on the path and managed to build an addiction. Respect.

[@j-cat5315]

What a twattish comment

[@markedmunds6322]

I am never going to smoke again

[@jenrhodes7706]

Fear,,, that’s the beast isn’t it? I have quit several times, for about 6 months each with the help of patches. But always fell back into it. I know now that just quitting without feeding my body more nicotine, is the way to go. Fear is what has been keeping me from trying again, but I didn’t realize fear was the problem until today. I felt like I didn’t want to “go through “ that again. I appreciate your video, thank you. Fear is a liar. I really won’t be losing anything by quitting.

[@ChrisSkoyles]

That fear can definitely cause us all kinds of problems with the quit process. I've made a couple of videos about this very thing if you ever need them :)

[@jenrhodes7706]

Thank you!

[@jenrhodes7706]

bill Bloggs yes I did taper off and stayed smoke free for 6 months. Then smoked and now am still struggling. I quit, then start up again. I am beginning to think I’ll never be free. I don’t understand why I can’t walk away for good.

[@meetmando]

I read the book a couple years ago.. but wasn't sure I could do it.. didn't try.. I loved the book.. made perfect sense.. but what stopped me from trying then.. was.. I had lost a son to opiods.. just a few months prior (prob an excuse.. but I was dealing with so much mental pain). Anyway.. I'm reading the book again.. I'm going to do it this time.. but here's what's making me hesitant.. I started smoking at 14-15... I'm 57 now.. so I've smoked for over 40years.. 2 packs a day for the last 20, probably . I don't know how to be an adult without smoking.. do I? I realize I'm smoking.. and do not remember getting it out and lighting it.. I seem to do it automatically.. when driving, when watching TV or reading or whatever.. half the cigs I smoke I don't even remember lighting them.. on some occasions.. I will light a cigarette and realize there's already one lit.. it's crazy.. I guess ceremoniously throwing them out somewhere where I can't go back and get them would be the key.. why is that so frickin scary and hard to do??

[@julianburr2750]

I love your haircut. I remember when EVERY cute guy had that haircut in the 90’s. It really suits you. I wish more men had it. Thanks for the vid!

[@dryhumor836]

@@lifeevent88 are you attempting to spell "whore”? You're proud of the way you obdurate. Educate thyself, not by tuning into Jerry Springer.

[@floorbored3128]

@@lifeevent88 you're brilliant man!

[@SpotlessLeopard]

I smoked for 712 years, then gave up by sealing my mouth up with a soldering iron. It was easy. Now all I have to give up is my exaggerating. In reality, I'm early on in the Allen Carr book. This morning I was low on tobacco, and when I read him say to keep smoking throughout the book, I went and got more. I can't say I was too sad about that. But as the book goes on, I can tell it'll have some effect, because it's obvious he's telling truths. In a week or so, I'll hopefully be an ex smoker.

[@jonathanlechtman3437]

Thanks so much! You really made my day now. Was going to go on a backup course with Allen carr but listening to you was perfect!

[@ChrisSkoyles]

Thanks Jonathan! Really glad you found the video helpful :) Wishing you every success on your quit journey!

[@aronbechiom565]

My fear was a loss of my own identity.... 40 years of smoking, everyone knows I'm a smoker..and the fear was "who am I,now?"

[@lizzy__brock]

Aron Bechiom i’m 34 and feel the same way. my boyfriend nags me constantly to quit. quit for 6 months, felt incomplete, took up vaping, quit that for a month. then started again. now i’m on day 2 and i really feel like i’m just having my identity stripped of me . i quit allll my other vices and would like just one vice in life. how did you get over it??!

[@ti777a]

I’ve only smoked for 10 years. And that is still a problem for me....I don’t get it 40 years that was not my identity. It really is an identity crisis for some! Just know your not alone....a smoker does not have to be our identity...maybe think of ourselves as conquerors? I’m gonna try that....

[@brucemagee1]

guys making a video about Allen Carrs book who quite obviously hasnt used the method. This book is probably the most important insight into addiction out there. Read the book, follow the instructions and youll find it easy to quit. I know.

[@JaimeReiter]

I’m quitting tonight thanks for the video ❤️

[@eldritchweather]

Something that helped me quit from Alain Carr was that every withdrawal effect was actually a step to being non smoker.. Also water and chewing gum for first weeks lolz

[@ChrisSkoyles]

Water definitely helps a lot!

[@darylgholson4481]

I thought I’d been through all the clichés. These perspectives are solid and different. Especially “nothing to lose, everything to gain “

[@fortynin]

thanks mate, 1 day without smoking and this actually helped me.

[@michellehunter199]

Same ere. Hows it going ?

[@nyokitv4296]

Update us. I’m on my day 9 now and I want to know about constipation

[@l.s8404]

Chris Skoyles, how was the withdraw from Nicotine?!? I find myself trying to quit but i live with 2 smokers and have been around smokers my entire life! Smoking has been the DEVIL for me, and i have prayed that i can overcome the urge and live a longer life for my Children, they are my motivation to do EVERYTHING AND WOULD DIE IF THEY PICKED UP SUCH A NASTY, DISGUSTING HABIT. I honest to God feel better just cutting back from 2 packs a day, easy, to around a pack, and even that is wreaking havoc on my health and on my physical fitness. Picked up Allen's book and plan on reading it and aiming for that end-goal of NO CIGS!!!!!!!

[@ChrisSkoyles]

For me they got tough but I worked on certain things to make them easier. Not everyone has the intense withdrawals but everyone can get through them no matter how they go through it. I have a video on my channel about quitting when other people around you are still smoking. It might be helpful to you. Wishing you every success on your journey!

[@abhishekreddy8670]

I'm on day 6 of no smoking feeling proud of myself, I'm having tea fruits and snacks whenever I'm getting cravings

[@djuj2121]

I am proud of you too.

[@bodhi9464]

Well done ... I hope you’ve read the book ... it makes it all very easy without having to replace one thing with another and also keep weight off ...

[@elinmansson5535]

Is that not like replacing one addiction with another?

[@abhishekreddy8670]

@@elinmansson5535atleast I'm not spoiling the health by doing that, although it's not an addiction it is becoming normal now

[@danielbryan7619]

I started smoking crack instead

[@buzzneil]

As an ex smoker of 18 years who read this book and stopped I can say with complete certainty that everything in this video is 100% true. I never smoked a cigarette ever again and that was 14 years ago.

[@darm1959]

I made it for one month on my last “attempt”. It felt great… Then I started cheating…. Back to square one. Thank you for your encouragement God bless all of you!

[@shubhamplier7708]

You make me stronger and I stay in my quit journey thanx...

[@sathanapallyviplavkumar2553]

Sir !!! Could you please keep Allen care easy way to stop smoking audio book in you tube .

[@ciararespect4296]

5:34 "i nearly swore. I don't like to swear anymore" Fast forward to his very last video mired in apologies depression etc and swearing like a trooper 😂😂😂

[@tapashyarasaily1373]

Day1....thnx for this inspiration Chris..

[@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm9378]

I’m just watching this after reading the book to see your take

[@tertiussteenkamp6371]

Thank you very much

[@Saf_Ibn_Sayyad_Bacon]

What was the name of that book that was you smoking or quitting? Few of my friends had recommended in the past, but now they've moved away and I don't know their online contact information.

[@Saf_Ibn_Sayyad_Bacon]

Oh wait never mind. You just posted it in this video.

[@TheMegaspenny]

it's awesome..i recommend the audio book...it was great, i would listen to actively, and stretch, but also while i was falling asleep...i think it worked on some sort of hypnotic level. smoked for a decade, about a pack a day for the last 5 years I've made about 10 serious attempts to quit. I finally listened to the whole book, and it just *clicked* had my last smoke 4 days ago.

[@jacquelineclare2373]

Hi Chris, I came across your site yesterday and was wondering if you gained your knowledge and experience by following Allen Carr's Easyway? I went to two seminars about 15 years ago and read the books, I am still a smoker and do not wish to be.

[@Pak1947KHI]

Best inspirational video.Love you man!I once quit for 3 consecutive years.By far most enjoyable years of my life with less stress,minimum anxiety,no signs of depression,more social etc etc.I am now trying again.Wish me luck

[@ydine1065]

Good luck mate... hope you went through it

[@ashrafrahman9102]

Thank you Chris. Your video was reassuring. I hope I can do this.

[@davestowell7401]

Unfortunately I’m in the 10% the book didn’t work for, I’m now thinking about trying the seminar, I don’t get how there won’t be physical withdrawals

[@alabernathy8348]

I'm on day 7. Days 3 and 6 was rough looking forward to my 3rd month. I'm not sure why just am. But for now it's 1 day at a time.

[@Switchon110]

Did u continue your streak

[@bishalkunwar7013]

It was really really helpful... Thanks for the video and your effort

[@odinschild8303]

I couldn't stop because I was in a marriage that was already dead. Now that I have divorced her I know I will be a non smoker. Thanks for the support Chris.

[@lemanhuseynzade48]

I am at the beginning of that book and it doesn't recommend NRT. What do you think about them, did you use any if them, are they useful or not? And what about bupropion and varenicline?

[@nadergt1]

How long would you say the craving last ? Or is it differrent for different people.

[@ally11488]

If you continue to have a mental craving days after the physical dependence abates (no more than a few days), you've not understood the book. I found you started to enjoy not smoking rather than obsessing over having a cigarette. It definitely feels like a liberation from a literally toxic marriage.

[@amirm6534]

Great advice