How to give up smoking. I succeeded in giving up smoking because I did not put myself under pressure, and nicotine patches helped with the addiction. You too can stop smoking if you take my advice. Listen to my story of how I quit the habit and stopped my nicotine dependence. It was the best thing I ever did. You are capable of kicking the habit but only if you want to. Life is easier being a non smoker. No more going outside to smoke, stay with the crowd.