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- How mindset is your ticket to quitting
- Why believing you sacrifice pleasure keeps you smoking
- The real cost of quitting
- Optimal timing for your quit date to maximize success
Table of contents
first KEY POINT
Allen Carr is the best man for the job
It’s far easier to accept something if the person teaching you has been where you are now. In that case, Allen Carr is the best person to help you quit smoking for good. Not only is he a bestselling author of many Easyway books, but he was also a smoking addict, smoking up to 100 per day.Rather than focusing on willpower, Carr found that changing his mindset and ridding himself of the fear of quitting helped him to quit almost instantly. Not only that, but his life has changed significantly since he extinguished that last cigarette.
The Easyway doesn’t focus on willpower, it focuses on changing your mindset and reducing the fear of quitting.
Carr now runs Easyway clinics all around the world, helping people just like you to overcome the smoking habit. He also has a 90% success rate, so you know that when you follow his advice, you’re going to see results.When you go to see the doctor and ask for help with quitting, most will focus on scaring you with the health risks. However, for most smokers that won’t work. They simply bury their head in the sand and ignore the risks. The Easyway doesn’t focus on fear tactics, instead it focuses on the positives of quitting, and frees you from what you falsely think is holding you back.
Scare tactics don’t work on smoking addicts. Instead, you need to address the addiction and understand what lies beneath.
Put simply, it takes away the desire to smoke and when you do that, you’ll find the rest very easy indeed; no willpower required.Did you know? Allen Carr’s Easy Way to Stop Smoking has sold over 15 million copies worldwide.
second KEY POINT
The number 1 rule — read the book before you stop
You might think that the decision to stop smoking should be followed by rapid and instant action. You might think that once you decide you're going to stop, you should just do it. Carr advises against that.Instead, Carr advises that you read the book cover to cover and then stop. If you attempt to quit beforehand, you will not benefit from the advice in the book and you will not understand the message, i.e. that you need to rid yourself of the brainwashing you have subjected yourself to over time. If you quit beforehand, you won’t be ready.
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first KEY POINT
Smoking is a drug addiction
second KEY POINT
There is no sacrifice when giving up smoking
third KEY POINT
Don’t bury your head in the sand when it comes to health risks
fourth KEY POINT
The willpower method is the hardest and most unsuccessful way to quit
fifth KEY POINT
Cutting down is a huge mistake
sixth KEY POINT
Choose the right time to quit
seventh KEY POINT
The instructions are easy — just follow the rules
eighth KEY POINT
Conclusion
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Frequently asked questions
What is Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking about?
Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking is a revolutionary approach to quitting smoking that emphasizes changing your mindset rather than relying on willpower. It helps readers understand the psychological triggers behind their smoking habits and provides practical strategies to overcome cravings.
What are the key takeaways from Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking?
Key takeaways from Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking include realizing that quitting is not about suffering but about embracing freedom. The book encourages smokers to view cigarettes as a problem and provides a positive perspective on being smoke-free, enabling readers to break the cycle of addiction.
Is Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking worth reading?
Yes, Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking is considered worth reading for anyone looking to quit smoking. Many readers have found its unique approach empowering and effective, with numerous testimonials highlighting successful results and a more enjoyable quitting experience.
How many pages is Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking and when was it published?
Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking spans approximately 288 pages and was first published in 1985. This classic book has since been updated and remains influential among smokers seeking to quit.
How does Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking differ from traditional quitting methods?
Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking differs from traditional methods by focusing on altering the smoker's perception of cigarettes rather than using abstinence strategies. This mindset shift empowers individuals to quit without feeling deprived, which is a refreshing perspective for many.