Inquiry

Has anyone ever tried hypnosis as a way to quit smoking? My aunt did it a couple of years ago, and I don't think she has had a cigarette since. I'm wondering if other people have been this successful.

I'm also curious whether you have to actually want to quit smoking in order for hypnosis to work.

See, my problem is, even though I know that cigarettes are incredibly unhealthy and make me feel (and smell) icky, I still love them. I think of smoking as a way to decompress, and when I'm at home in the evenings, it's an excuse to go sit outside for a few minutes, which is something I don't really do otherwise (at least not when I'm by myself).

But I hate being dependent on nicotine, and I hate being ashamed for doing something that is so politically incorrect.

Basically, I have a love-hate relationship with smoking.

I've tried Chantix, and although it works really well while I'm actually on the medication, I've found that I start smoking again every time I quit taking it. And I'm pretty sure you're not supposed to take this stuff indefinitely.

So...any thoughts on hypnosis?