You Can Quit Smoking

EP53: How a Relapse Led to Finally Quitting Smoking for Good - Peter

Peter started smoking as a kid during a time when it was still widely accepted. As an adult, he became increasingly aware of the smell and made a few half-hearted attempts to stop. But everything changed when he found his true motivation to quit: he didn’t want to be a smoking parent. Though it was a rough transition, Peter's resolve actually deepened after he slipped and tried "just one more" cigarette. Looking at his life now, Peter knows he wouldn’t have the things he cherishes most today if he had continued smoking.  🌼Are you pregnant and struggling to quit smoking? Through my program, The Heart Within, I offer completely free coaching and judgment-free support designed specifically for pregnant women. Let’s work together to create a safe, healthy space for you and your baby. 👉 Click below to get free support from The Heart Within https://www.honoryourheart.net/registration-page [https://www.honoryourheart.net/registration-page]

EP52: She Used Love Instead of Force to Quit Vaping - Sarah Grady

Sarah started smoking and noticed right away that it allowed her to feel less deeply. Later, she made the switch to vaping, a habit she genuinely enjoyed and had no desire to give up. But after experiencing a profound spiritual awakening, she developed a deeper awareness of her body and decided it was finally time to listen to its messages. Instead of fighting herself, Sarah used identity work to lovingly move on from the habit for good. She shares the exact details of how we can work with our bodies, rather than against them, to make completely different choices for ourselves. About Sarah: Sarah Grady is the creator of The Unapologetic Mother Method and founder of The Village of Unapologetic Living, where she guides people back to themselves through nervous system safety, self-trust, and inner sovereignty.  She discovered through her own life experience and in working with others that real change doesn’t come from pressure—it comes from safety. Her message is simple: you are never broken, you just need the right environment to grow. ✨Find Sarah at: https://beacons.ai/sarahmfgrady [https://beacons.ai/sarahmfgrady] ****use code PODCAST for 62% off 💜Ready for Your Own Breakthrough? My personal coaching uses a heart-led framework designed to help you navigate these shifts and find lasting freedom from smoking. I currently have some open spots for one-on-one coaching.  Apply Now: ⁠https://www.honoryourheart.net/application [https://www.honoryourheart.net/_tracking/email_click/broadcast/eznywm/mwpBbYb/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaG9ub3J5b3VyaGVhcnQubmV0L2FwcGxpY2F0aW9u] You don’t have to do this alone. Get support from someone who’s been through the journey themselves and can be an empathetic witness for your transformation. -Jessi Hartnett

EP51: Unlocking Your Reason to Quit Smoking - James L. Richardson

James was exposed to smoke his whole life and did not see a clear need to quit. While he had made a few half-hearted attempts in the past, nothing seemed to stick. That changed when a major financial circumstance presented a stark choice in his budget: continue buying cigarettes or purchase a home. After choosing to quit for good and navigating the initial struggle, James found himself incredibly grateful for the many unexpected benefits that came his way. Looking backward, James lays out the strategies that helped him stick by his choice. About James: James is a professional author, and is currently publishing a project called "Public Domain Super Heroes". He started smoking as a teenager, smoked through until 2003, about 15 years, most of that time working as a musician and dj. ✨Find James at: https://publicdomainsuperheroes.com/ [https://publicdomainsuperheroes.com/] https://amazon.com/author/james.richardson [https://amazon.com/author/james.richardson] https://substack.com/@pdshnewsletter [https://substack.com/@pdshnewsletter] https://www.instagram.com/authorjameslrichardson/ [https://www.instagram.com/authorjameslrichardson/] 🌀Struggling with Cravings? I’ve been there! It took me 15 years to quit smoking because I had no tools to cope with the physical and emotional intensity of cravings. That’s why I created a free minicourse of the tools and mindset shifts that actually worked for me to finally quit smoking for good.  I hope the minicourse can help you move forward on your own path to quitting smoking. Get the minicourse here 👉https://www.honoryourheart.net/craving [https://www.honoryourheart.net/craving] -Jessi Hartnett

EP50: Reflecting On Why You Started Smoking to Quit - Kimberly Conte

Kimberly turned to smoking as a kid just trying to fit in. When it came time to break the habit years later, she realized that quitting required looking backward. While the process was not easy, Kimberly found a mix of practical tools and deep internal strategies to get her through the hurdle. Even while being constantly surrounded by other smokers, she managed to stay true to her path. Kimberly shares how she navigated the inner work of growing into a new phase of life rooted in true self-acceptance.  About Kimberly: Kimberly Conte is a Phoenix‑based memoirist and truth‑teller whose work centers on transformation, resilience, and the power of reclaiming your story. As the author of Who Am I Really, Do You Know?, she brings a clear, compassionate voice to conversations about healing and identity. Her style is grounded, unfiltered, and deeply human—inviting listeners into honest dialogue that challenges, inspires, and reminds us that personal truth has the power to change everything. ✨Find Kimberly at: https://books2read.com/u/mev0Ll [https://books2read.com/u/mev0Ll] https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0G6K25JH5?tag=books2read02-20 [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0G6K25JH5?tag=books2read02-20] 💜Ready for Your Own Breakthrough? My personal coaching uses a heart-led framework designed to help you navigate these shifts and find lasting freedom from smoking.   I currently have some open spots for one-on-one coaching.    Apply Now: ⁠https://www.honoryourheart.net/application [https://www.honoryourheart.net/_tracking/email_click/broadcast/eznywm/mwpBbYb/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaG9ub3J5b3VyaGVhcnQubmV0L2FwcGxpY2F0aW9u]

EP49: After Quitting Smoking, She Can Conquer Anything - Alex McNamara

Smoking became Alex’s necessary crutch after she achieved sobriety from drugs and alcohol. Eventually, she transitioned to a heavy vaping habit that took over her life. She never went anywhere without her vape; it was a constant throughout her day. Though she was once vehemently against quitting, a turn of events gave her the push she needed. Alex shares how she overcame the habit to gain a level of confidence and freedom that was well worth the pain and struggle she endured in quitting. About Alex: Alex McNamara is a carpenter, welder, and the creator of Built Pretty, a platform dedicated to teaching people the language of the trades. She holds a master’s degree from Yale and has spent her career building everything from theatrical sets to massive festival structures around the world. Today she joins us to talk about discipline, personal transformation, and why quitting smoking is a lot like learning any craft—you have to decide you’re done, and then build a new life around that decision. ✨Find Alex at: https://www.instagram.com/built.pretty/ [https://www.instagram.com/built.pretty/] 💛 Ready to go deeper? My book, Honor Your Heart, shares the mindset shifts and inner work that helped me finally quit smoking for good. You’ll also find free tools and ways to connect with me right here: 👉 https://www.honoryourheart.net/link-in-bio-podcast [https://www.honoryourheart.net/link-in-bio-podcast] *Use code PODCAST at checkout for 15% off.