Kindlehighlight Quote by Allen Carr
““The moment you stop smoking, everything that goes wrong in your life is blamed on the fact that you’ve stopped smoking. Now when you have a mental block, instead of just getting on with it you start to say, ‘If only I could light up now, it would solve my problem.’ You then start to question your decision to quit smoking.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Easy Way to Stop Smoking, Allen Carr, 1985
Quitting smoking can trigger mental excuses that blame setbacks on the act of quitting, creating a self‑sabotaging narrative.
In simple terms: Quitting can cause you to blame problems on stopping smoking.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge the excuse.
Themes
addiction
self‑sabotage
mindset
Mood
frustrated
reflective
Type
motivational
psychological
When to use this quote
- stressful situations
- social pressure
- habit replacement
- relapse prevention
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
behavioral change
Questions to Reflect On
- What underlying fear fuels your excuse?
- How can you address the real problem without smoking?
A Different Perspective
The excuse may mask deeper issues unrelated to smoking.
