How Andy Broke His 35-Year Addiction to Smoking in 2021, Managed Cravings & Improved His Health

Welcome to episode #31 of Ask an Ex. In this interview, Andy Huff from Georgia, US, is sharing his story of how he quit smoking after 35 years with the Cognitive Behavioral Quitting (CBQ) Program, even though he never imagined he'd quit!
After many quit attempts with nicotine lozenges, vaping, and Wellbutrin, Andy became a non-smoker on Father's Day, June 20, 2021. (A very important date to him!)
Tune in to watch:
- All the ways quitting smoking improved Andy's life.
- The difference between willpower and mindpower when it comes to quitting smoking
- Why his past attempts never worked and what was different this time.
- How he managed cravings.
- How his health improved after quitting smoking despite being diagnosed with early onset COPD.
- The importance of having a good support system.
- Andy's advice for those struggling to stop smoking.
Enjoy!
Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:31 - Meet CBQ Program Member Andy from Georgia, US
03:29 - Andy's Journey to Quitting Smoking with the CBQ Program
04:37 - Past Attempts to Quit Smoking
05:48 - Strategies for Managing Cravings
06:43 - Mindpower vs. Willpower in Quitting Smoking
08:53 - COPD Diagnosis and Life Changes After Quitting
14:00 - Impact of Having a Supportive Network
15:14 - Andy's Takeaway from Quitting Smoking
17:12 - Advice for Those Hesitant to Quit Smoking
19:20 - Conclusion
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About ASK AN EX
ASK AN EX is an interview series featuring inspiring ex-smokers who succeeded with the CBQ Method™
And they tell you everything - how they did it, what helped them, what challenged them, their fears, motivations and aspirations.
Because the best person to ask about quitting smoking, is an Ex who’s been exactly where you are right now.
Every EX shares their unique perspective and wisdom on quitting smoking (because everyone has a unique mix of background, mindset, and experiences).
And they do it for 1 reason: to help YOU become an EX too.
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About the CBQ Method™
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The CBQ Method™, is a psychology based 4-stage method that removes your desire to smoke.
CBQ’s 4 quit smoking stages retrain your mind and body so that you can feel better without nicotine.
CBQ stands for Cognitive Behavioral Quitting because it helps you stop the thinking and behavioral patterns that keep you addicted to nicotine.
Learn more: cbqmethod.com/cbq-method/
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About Nasia Davos & CBQ Method
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Our mission is to help all smokers become happy non-smokers.
Nasia Davos (MBPsS, IPPA, BSc, MA) used to smoke, and she tried every method available, but nothing worked for her. That’s why she created the CBQ Method™.
Nasia is an author, TEDx speaker, Licensed Master NLP Practitioner with a BSc in Psychology and an MA in Psychoanalysis. She is a Certified NLP Life Coach, Smoking Cessation Practitioner Certified by NSCST, graduate member of the British Psychological Society, and member of the Red Cross. Her extensive research on smoking cessation formed the CBQ Method that has helped thousands of smokers become happy non-smokers.
Watch Nasia’s Ted Talk here:
• How to grow to a happy...
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[@ankitparmar3939]

Thanks for sharing this inspired video

[@Abu_Ahmad_Al_Maghribi]

I can't thank you enough for your effort 🙂

[@samithniroshan8682]

I smoked for almost 20 years.and i quit smoking for 3 years but again i started it 😌 now im watching every video of your channel just to have that freedom again.

[@CBQMethod]

Thank you for watching! What did you take away from Andy’s journey that can help you in yours? Leave a comment below and let us know :)

[@scottpringle]

Done well struggling here though only have 1 a day only and no more tough to maintain but doable but obviously the main aim is to quit for good or never start but easier said than done

[@deuceex1492]

Hey bro love your chips btw. I’m day 2 rn and I’m so damn irritated

[@user-hk3il4le1k]

Congrats 🎉🎉 man two years that's that's a a awesome 👍👍

[@100Aurangzeb]

I need help badly.
Can't kick this horrific habit 😢 😪

[@vinokumar6361]

My day 23 cold turkey

[@scottpringle]

Well done u still off them

[@JustMe-cs5zq]

Using the cinnamon disks is a great idea! 😃

[@jimoneill4512]

What are cinnamon discs?

[@JustMe-cs5zq]

@@jimoneill4512 They're cinnamon hard candies.

[@user-hk3il4le1k]

It seems, I picked up the pace when I calculate my packs take a longer time to finish. Mmmmmmm😢