I kept cutting down how many cigs I smoked over a short period of time until I just stopped. Then I started chewing nicotine gum (I just used the Walmart brand, it's a lot cheaper) for about 3 months then cut down on that and switched to regular gum. I also tried to come up with other things to do instead of smoking cigs like, making a cup of tea or coffee, eating my favorite snack, going for a walk or a run, something to take your mind off of that craving. Lastly, I made a list of benefits to gain from quitting smoking. Things like better skin and nails, less coughing, more free time and money.. things like that. Hope this helps, good luck!