Get Help Quitting Nicotine

Ready to Quit? There’s Help!

Quitting nicotine use can be hard — even harder if you try to do it alone. Take advantage of the many free quitting resources available and improve your chances of quitting for good.

Tennessee QuitLine

The Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine, open seven days a week, is a free quitting support program that includes coaching online, by phone or by text, nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) for eligible participants, and links to additional quitting support.

VISIT TNQUITLINE.COM
Call 800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669)
Text QUIT to 800-795-0600

Quitters Are Winners

You can do this! Every time you fight through a craving, you make it a little easier to get through the next one. A few tips from successful quitters:

Physical activity can crush cravings by boosting endorphins and dopamine.

Commit to a long-term fun or productive project to redirect your attention when acute cravings hit.

Ask your family and friends to encourage you through your quitting journey.

FAQs About Quitting Nicotine & Vaping

  • Is it hard to quit nicotine?

    Yes, for most people. Nicotine is genuinely addictive, and the average person tries multiple times before quitting for good. That’s not a sign of weakness or failure. Every attempt teaches you something that makes the next one more likely to stick.

  • What happens to my body when I quit?

    You may feel irritable, anxious, restless, or have trouble focusing or sleeping for the first 1-2 weeks. This is withdrawal, and it’s temporary. Cravings tend to come in short waves (often just a few minutes), so having a plan for those minutes will help you get through them.

  • Will I gain weight if I quit nicotine?

    Some people do experience appetite changes, but it varies a lot from person to person. Quit coaches can help you handle this concern specifically, and it isn’t a reason to stay addicted.

  • What if I slip up and use nicotine again?

    A slip isn’t the end of your quit attempt, it’s information. Most people who quit successfully had setbacks along the way. What matters is getting back on track rather than treating one slip as total failure.

  • How can I quit when all my friends vape?

    Quitting around people who still vape is a big challenge. Have a line ready if anyone asks, something short and low-drama works better than a long explanation. “Nah, I’m good” is usually enough. If someone keeps pressuring you after you’ve said no, take note, because that says more about them than about you.

  • What actually works to help me quit?

    Having a real plan is key: Identify your triggers, plan what you’ll do to get through a craving, and get support from a coach or program built for teens. Calling a good friend or family member who doesn’t use nicotine can be a great source of support.

  • Is there a way to help my friend quit without being pushy?

    Yes. Be available during their vape-free times, celebrate small wins with them, and be sure they can count on you to not use nicotine around them. Share TNQuitLine with them if they don’t know about it.

  • What if my friend isn't ready to quit?

    You can’t force it, but you can keep the door open. Let them know you’re ready for them when they’re ready to quit. Be a steady example of living nicotine free.