Quit Victoria

Quit Victoria

A place to exchange quitting tips, challenges and successes. For more info visit quit.org.au All members of our communities are treated equally and with respect.

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Quit is committed to helping all Australians who smoke have access to the support they need to quit. We ensure the work we do reaches a broad audience, however we also recognise there are people within our communities who, for a variety of reasons, have a higher smoking rate and find it more challenging to access quit services. We want to ensure all Australians of all gender identity,

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 24/07/2024

Venturing to somewhere new or unexplored in your neighbourhood can be a great distraction while first quitting.

See our tactics hub for more quitting tips to help you overcome cravings: https://bit.ly/4ckmepB

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and…

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 22/07/2024

Dave smoked for over 20 years, it became a part of his daily routine and habits. But when Dave and his partner decided to have a family, it spurred him on to quit, not just for him but for his daughter.

Dave's quit tip is to ask your doctor to help you quit smoking: https://bit.ly/4ceouyt

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and…

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 19/07/2024

Trying to quitting smoking or va**ng can feel challenging. It can take practise, and gets easier each time you do it. Here are some motivational tips to remind you that you're stronger than ever: https://bit.ly/3xFnHaG

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and…

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 18/07/2024

Vapes are relatively new compared to ci******es, so we are yet to see all the long-term effects va**ng may have on the body (it took decades before some of the long-term effects of smoking became evident). What we know now is that va**ng can damage many parts of the body, including the cardiovascular system, lungs and airways, and the brain and nervous system.

Read here what we know about how va**ng effects the body: https://bit.ly/3zlEdxg

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and…

How Competitive Rowing Helped Henry Quit Smoking and Improve… | Quit 15/07/2024

As Henry discovered a passion for competitive rowing, he realised the negative impact smoking had on his lung capacity. Racing on the river served as a powerful motivator for Henry to quit smoking and prioritise his health.

Henry's quit tip is to be kind to yourself throughout your quitting journey:

How Competitive Rowing Helped Henry Quit Smoking and Improve… | Quit Discover how Henry's passion for competitive rowing motivated him to quit smoking and enhance his lung capacity. Learn about his journey towards better…

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 12/07/2024

Rick’s resignation from a job motivated him to quit eight years ago. Rick won’t deny the challenges he faced while quitting, but once he quit for good, he felt that anything in life was possible: https://bit.ly/3W7czgp

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and…

09/07/2024

Tuning out and listening to music or watching a YouTube video is a great way to distract yourself when experiencing a craving.

See our tactics hub for more quitting tips to help you overcome cravings: https://bit.ly/4ckmepB

TikTok · Quit 09/07/2024

Find us on TikTok for quitting tips, tactics and inspiration.

We hope to see you there!

TikTok · Quit Check out Quit’s video.

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 05/07/2024

The best things in life are done with a close friend or loved one. If you're thinking about quitting alongside someone else, here are some tips: https://bit.ly/3VKHuO0

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and…

03/07/2024

Quitting va**ng is a journey, and with the right plan, you can achieve your goal. Take a step-by-step approach and build a plan to quit va**ng that fits your needs and increases your likelihood of success. Get started here: https://bit.ly/42Vn7kg

02/07/2024

We all get stressed and we all have different ways of dealing with it. If you smoke or v**e, it's tempting to reach for a cigarette or v**e when things are tough. But in reality, smoking or va**ng can worsen the feeling of stress. Read our article on strategies next time you're stressed out and craving a smoke or v**e: https://bit.ly/3L8yNbi

01/07/2024

Change up your patterns to help you stay quit. Do something different in your daily routine like reading a magazine, trying a new kind of tea or coffee, or even sitting in a different spot to your usual at home or at work.

See our tactics hub for more quitting tips to help you overcome cravings: https://bit.ly/4ckmepB

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 27/06/2024

Does your loved one smokes or v**es and you wish they didn't?

It can be tough when you want them to quit. Read Quit's article on what to consider when you talk to them about it: https://bit.ly/4c0UQfF

It can be tough to start the conversation, but having a supportive conversation can make a difference in their journey to becoming smokefree. Our latest article explores some key factors to consider when approaching this sensitive topic with empathy and understanding.

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and…

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 25/06/2024

Switch up your routine. Text or call a friend instead of smoking. Want more help on how to beat cravings? Quit is here to help.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3w2RLw6

Remember there is support available for you wherever you are on your quitting journey. There are many ways to get in touch with Quitline. Call 13 7848 or text 'call back’ to 0482 090 634, use webchat at quit.org.au, or Message us on Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp 61 385 832 920. You can also request a callback using the online form at quit.org.au

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and…

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 24/06/2024

An important part of quitting is about breaking the habits and routines that lead to smoking or va**ng.

In this video, one of our experienced Quitline counsellors shares valuable insights and practical strategies to help you overcome your smoking or va**ng habits. 💡

Learn how to break your smoking habits with Wendy from Quitline: https://bit.ly/4aIqeOR

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and…

21/06/2024

Listen to your body. Your wheezy cough is trying to tell you something. It's telling you it's time to quit.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JvIks8

There are many ways to get in touch with Quitline:
📞 Call 13 7848
📱 Text 'call back’ to 0482 090 634
💬 Use webchat at quit.org.au
📧 Message us on Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp 61 385 832 920
📝 Request a callback via the online form at quit.org.au

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 18/06/2024

Wondering what smoking does to your body?
Use the 'effects of smoking on your body' tool to select a body part to better understand the impact on your health.

There are many ways to get in touch with Quitline:
📞 Call 13 7848
📱 Text 'call back’ to 0482 090 634
💬 Use webchat at quit.org.au
📧 Message us on Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp 61 385 832 920
📝 Request a callback via the online form at quit.org.au

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and…

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 17/06/2024

Anne quit smoking after having been a "3-pack per day chain smoker". Read her story to find out how she dealt with cravings, and how stopping smoking changed her life for the better.

Read Anne's full story here: https://bit.ly/4e8teH6

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and…

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 14/06/2024

Are you currently dealing with withdrawal from smoking or va**ng?

When you stop smoking or va**ng, your body craves ni****ne. In the first few days and weeks after stopping, you will likely have some feelings of ni****ne withdrawal. These usually start a few hours after you last smoked or v**ed and are the strongest in the first weeks. The good news is, for most people, the feelings of withdrawal fade over the next 2-4 weeks.

Read here Quit's top strategies to help you cope with withdrawal: https://bit.ly/3R6nrZ2

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and start your cessation journey today.

12/06/2024

Switch up your routine. Pop on your favourite TV show instead of smoking. Want more help on how to beat cravings?

Quit is here to help beat one craving at a time.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4b5l1Bu

Quitline counsellors know how difficult it is to stop smoking and are here for you wherever you are on your quitting journey. They’re trained to listen and allow you to talk through where you’re at.

There are many ways to get in touch with Quitline:
📞 Call 13 7848
📱 Text 'call back’ to 0482 090 634
💬 Use webchat at quit.org.au
📧 Message us on Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp 61 385 832 920
📝 Request a callback via the online form at quit.org.au

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 10/06/2024

Matilda Mercury quit smoking and never looked back. Read what inspired Matilda to quit, and the many benefits Matilda continues to enjoy as a result of stopping smoking.

See Matilda's full story here: https://bit.ly/4aFGEaQ

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and start your cessation journey today.

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 06/06/2024

Did you know seconhand smoke contains at least 250 toxic chemicals, including at least 50 known to cause cancer?

When you smoke, those around you breathe in both the smoke you exhale and the smoke from the burning cigarette. This exposes your loved ones to harmful secondhand smoke.

Quitting is not only the best thing to do for your health – it will protect your loved ones from harmful secondhand smoke.

Find out more about secondhand smoke and the people around you: https://bit.ly/4bIjiT4

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and start your cessation journey today.

04/06/2024

Listen to your body. Your wheezy cough is trying to tell you something. It's telling you it's time to quit.

Quit is here to help.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3U5eTlP

There are many ways to get in touch with Quitline:
📞 Call 13 7848
📱 Text 'call back’ to 0482 090 634
💬 Use webchat at quit.org.au
📧 Message us on Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp 61 385 832 920
📝 Request a callback via the online form at quit.org.au

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 03/06/2024

Marco smoked for 33 years and tried to quit many times before successfully quitting with help from his doctor. Marco's tip for anyone with a ni****ne dependence is to "not hesitate to seek professional help. There are resources available, and medications can significantly increase your chances of success. Remember, it is never too late to quit smoking and prioritise your health and wellbeing".

Read Marco's full story here: https://bit.ly/3RbVA9M

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and start your cessation journey today.

29/05/2024

Craving a cigarette? Have a mint or brush your teeth when you feel the urge to smoke. Quit can help you beat the cravings.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3xIAbxT

There are many ways to get in touch with Quitline:
📞 Call 13 7848
📱 Text 'call back’ to 0482 090 634
💬 Use webchat at quit.org.au
📧 Message us on Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp 61 385 832 920
📝 Request a callback via the online form at quit.org.au

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit 26/05/2024

Amanda smoked 10-12 ci******es a day before quitting with the help of Quitline. Quitting smoking meant Amanada could save enough money to buy a car. Amanada's quit tip is to use support services like Quitline.
https://bit.ly/44sA1qN

Quitline counsellors are ready to support you at every stage of your quitting journey. Our counsellors are non-judgemental and experienced in helping people of all ages to stop va**ng and smoking.

There are many ways to get in touch with Quitline:
📞 Call 13 7848
📱 Text 'call back’ to 0482 090 634
💬 Use webchat at quit.org.au
📧 Message us on Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp 61 385 832 920
📝 Request a callback via the online form at quit.org.au

Quit Smoking & Va**ng: Get Expert Cessation Tips & Help | Quit Whether you're quitting smoking or va**ng, Quit offers tailored support and expert tips. Discover the benefits of quitting, get personalised advice, and start your cessation journey today.

When to try quitting again? | Quit 23/05/2024

Have you returned to smoking or va**ng and find yourself reflecting on when it would be a great time to quit again? Do you find yourself often saying "now is not a good time" or "I'm really stressed out right now"? There's never a 'good' time to quit, but you can make it your time to quit. Read our article on how you can quit again: https://bit.ly/3QeqKND

There are many ways to get in touch with Quitline:
📞 Call 13 7848
📱 Text 'call back’ to 0482 090 634
💬 Use webchat at quit.org.au
📧 Message us on Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp 61 385 832 920
📝 Request a callback via the online form at quit.org.au

When to try quitting again? | Quit Have you returned to smoking or va**ng and find yourself reflecting on when it would be great time to quit again? Do you find yourself often saying "now is not a good time" or "I'm really stressed out right now"? There's never a 'good' time to quit, but you can make it your time to quit.

22/05/2024

Craving a cigarette? Switch up your routine. Pop on your favourite TV show instead. Quit can help you beat the cravings.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4b5l1Bu

There are many ways to get in touch with Quitline:
📞 Call 13 7848
📱 Text 'call back’ to 0482 090 634
💬 Use webchat at quit.org.au
📧 Message us on Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp 61 385 832 920
📝 Request a callback via the online form at quit.org.au

19/05/2024

Ian started smoking at the age of 16 and tried to quit many times throughout the years, however, he always went back to it. At 40, he recognised that if he continued to smoke, it "wouldn't be a great outcome" for him. The turning point came when a friend shared some advice: "Nothing you desire can compare to giving up ci******es."
https://bit.ly/4a2jXxd

Our Quitline counsellors are friendly, non-judgement and experienced in helping people of all ages to quit. And remember, you don't need to feel ready to give them a call.

There are many ways to get in touch with Quitline:
📞 Call 13 7848
📝 Request a callback via the online form at quit.org.au

If you're in VIC, WA, SA or NT, you can also:
📱 Text 'call back’ to 0482 090 634
💬 Use webchat at quit.org.au
📧 Message us on Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp 61 385 832 920

15/05/2024

Listen to your body. Is your wheezy smokers cough trying to tell you something?

It's time to quit. To find out more, see here: https://bit.ly/3xMuUFK

Quitline counsellors are here for you wherever you are on your quitting journey. They know how difficult it is to stop va**ng and they’re trained to listen and allow you to talk through where you’re at.

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