I titled this one as I did because of a string we have at Freedom called The Ripple Effect Stats Parade. So many people are afraid because they are handicapped in quitting if they still have family members who smoke.

 

The fact is, even if every person a smoker is related to and associate with smoke, it is possible for that smoker to still quit. Sometimes a person quitting will inadvertently go on to influence those around them, often the most important to them, their family and friends. This influence does not just happen from pestering the other people to quit, but more so just by setting an example.

 

A person who is not smoking still working, resolving problems, dealing with daily stresses, basically, not smoking and still living and still smiling sends a powerful message to all around them that there is life after smoking. It is a healthier, cleaner, simpler, richer and happier existance that the ex-smoker can keep forever by simply sticking to his or her new found commitment to never take another puff.

 

Joel