Ready Steady Wāhine

Want to quit smoking? A good tip is to find out exactly what triggers that craving and think about ways to change it into a positive routine.

These triggers are usually little daily habits – for example, having a coffee in the morning could spark the smoking urge. You can take this habit and add something positive to it instead, for example having coffee with breakfast, or having a coffee and going on a walk.

When you recognise your triggers, try writing them down and thinking about ways you can avoid or change those habits.

Kick the habit, smash your goals, and breathe easy.

It's , so what better time to take charge of your health and join the FREE Ready Steady Quit programme.

Get in touch with us on 0800 500 601 | [email protected]

Today is , and if you're looking for a sign to give up the smokes for good, this is it.

During , we're sharing the many benefits our very own clients have experienced on their quit journey.

Ready to stop smoking? Start your quit journey with us | 0800 500 601, [email protected] or visit our website.

This we want to shout from the rooftops the hard mahi our clients have put in during their quit journeys 🤩

If you need a sign to quit smoking - this is it!

Get in touch with us on 0800 500 601, [email protected] or visit our website.

It’s important to remember that you don’t have to go at it alone when you want to quit smoking!

Have a kōrero with your whānau and allow them to help you out, even if it’s just through small gestures and changes. They could help you by:

- Not offering you ci******es
- Giving you positive reinforcement and support
- Lending a hand if you get the urge to smoke at home, such as by helping you focus on something else like a game or video!

You might think it’s hard to ignore that sudden craving for a ciggie – but it can be done! If you feel the urge to have a smoke, instead focus on the 4 D’s:

🕙Delay - Wait a few minutes, as the urge will often pass quickly.
😮‍💨 Deep breaths - Take a few long, slow breaths. It’ll help!
💧Drink water - Briefly hold it in your mouth to savour the taste.
🏃🏽‍♀️Do something else - You could watch a funny video for a bit, do some quick exercise, or have a healthy snack!

For many, having a cigarette feels like a mini escape from everything.

You can keep those 5-minute holidays but let’s turn it into something better for you!

How about giving some of these ideas a go?

Nau mai haere mai!🙌🏽

We are excited to be at Te Matatini Regionals this Saturday 11 May at Spark Arena.

Come have a kōrero with our friendly practitioners👍🏽

We can give you advice, encouragement, and if you're keen, get you registered to begin your smokefree journey 😎

Give yourself a pay rise!

If you smoke a pack a day, that’s around $14,600 you could be spending on smoking alone.

Think about what that money could buy you:
- A holiday for you and your whānau
- School fees for your tamariki
- Building up your savings
- Money towards saving for a house or putting towards the mortgage
- Buying a car.

The options are endless!

👀 Yes you read that correctly! Quit the ciggies during Smokefree May and go in the draw to win some epic prizes!

🥇 a bill up to the value of $500 covered by us!
🥈 1 of 4 $200 petrol vouchers
🥉 1 of 5 $100 PAK’nSAVE vouchers

Check out our website to sign up and find drop-in locations to get your smokefree journey started.

For full T&Cs check out our website.

Kia ora - the Mt Albert and New Lynn drop-in sessions for today have been cancelled, please check out our website for other drop-ins near you.

Say bye bye bye to the smokes, because it's gonna be May! Successful quitters don’t just reclaim their health but also stand a chance to snap up some amazing rewards:

🥇 a bill up to the value of $500 covered by us!
🥈 1 of 4 $200 petrol vouchers
🥉 1 of 5 $100 PAK’nSAVE vouchers

Check out our website to sign up and find drop in locations to get your smokefree journey started.

For full T&Cs check out our website.

Been thinking about quitting smoking but needing that extra push? We got you.

During April and May, if you sign up with us and successfully quit, you go in the draw to win some pretty sweet prizes:

🥇 a bill up to the value of $500 covered by us!
🥈 1 of 4 $200 petrol vouchers
🥉 1 of 5 $100 PAK’nSAVE vouchers

Check out our website to sign up and find drop-in locations to get your smokefree journey started.

Full T&Cs are on our website.

To support you on your quit journey, we have a range of tools and techniques that are proven to help you quit smoking for good. One of these tools is Ni****ne Replacement Therapy (NRT).

NRT works by releasing therapeutic ni****ne into your bloodstream at much lower levels than in a cigarette, without the tar, carbon monoxide, and other harmful to***co smoke chemicals. This helps relieve your difficult cravings.

Over time you can reduce the NRT dose to eventually quit ni****ne altogether.

Get in touch with our team for more information | 0800 500 601 | [email protected]

New year, new habits 👏

Let's go whānau, get in touch with us to begin the new year smokefree.

Call us on 0800 500 601, email us at [email protected], or visit our website for more information https://readysteadyquit.org.nz/

Building new habits around times you used to smoke is key to your success. This is a great time to try some new activities - you may find a fun new hobby! 🏃 🏌️ 🏋️ 🧘

If you need support to quit smoking, all good whānau! We have your back. Get in touch with us at 0800 500 601 or [email protected]

It is very common to try to quit smoking a few times before you are successful. Sometimes it just takes finding the right tools and techniques that work for you.

Our team has seen it all, so we are confident we will be able to support you through your quit journey.

Get in touch with us to get started 😍

We know how tricky it can be to quit smoking, but with our support and guidance, we can help you navigate your journey.

Let's put in the mahi and make this year the one you quit smoking 🙌

Have a happy, healthy and safe New Year!

Meri Kirihimete from the Ready Steady Quit whānau to yours!

Get your friends and whānau on board with your quit journey too. That way you can lift each other up, hold each other accountable, and do something positive for your health and wellbeing as a team! 💯

Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing some common questions we get when people are thinking about starting their quit journey, or currently on their journey.

All of these thoughts and feelings are totally normal, and we are here to guide you through it!

As we head towards Christmas and the holidays, our team is taking some time off to rest and enjoy the NZ summer 😎 ☀️

Check out the information below for more details.

We have fantastic team of practitioners who are dedicated to uplifting and supporting you on your quit journey.

Let's get started together.

Whether you're quitting for yourself, your whānau, or your community, we're here to help you along in the journey.

Don't be shy, get in contact with us at [email protected], or call us on 0800 500 601.

Getting lost in the ciggie clouds?

The Ready Steady Quit team is on your side and has your back! Together we will help you quit the ciggies, find your way through the clouds and breathe fresher.

Sign up before the end of November and quote “clouds” on the referral form and go in the draw to win 1 of 5 $100 prezzy cards.

Visit ReadySteadyQuit.org.nz, or call us on 0800 500 601 to get started. Terms and conditions apply, see our website for details.