I've been in your situation and know how difficult it can be. Keep in mind that smoking is one of the toughest addictions to break, so don't beat yourself up if it takes a few tries.
I haven't tried hypnosis, but here are a few things that helped me quit.
Before quitting...
For a day or two, smoke like you normally would but empty your ashtray into a jar and fill it with water. Once you quit and you have a craving, open the jar and take a big whiff - the smell is soooo offensive. This was a good aversion tactic for me.
When you're ready to quit...
Pick a date to quit and stick to it. This may sound corny, but I printed out a "quitting smoking" certificate (found it online) and wrote in my quit date. That hepled me visualize the importance - almost like graduating and getting a diploma. It also made me feel more accountable because I had put a date in writing.
Coping mechanisms...
Get a bottle of bubbles. The wand keeps your hand occupied and blowing bubbles gives your mouth something to do.
If you hang out with people who smoke, stop for awhile - the temptation can be too strong.
Pull up pictures on the internet of smoke-damaged lungs and of people who have premature wrinkles from smoking.
Cigarettes are way too expensive...think about how much money you'll save.
If you're having bad cravings, try the gum or patch. Another option is Wellbutrin. I can't even stand the smell of cigarettes after going on that.
Did you know that after you quit smoking for...
20 MINUTES
- Blood pressure drops to normal
- Pulse rate drops to normal
- Body temperature of hands and feet increases to normal
8 HOURS
- Carbon monoxide level in blood drops to normal
- Oxygen level in blood increases to normal
24 HOURS
- Chance of heart attack decreases
48 HOURS
- Nerve endings start regrowing
- Ability to smell and taste is enhanced
2 WEEKS TO 3 MONTHS
- Circulation improves
- Walking becomes easier
- Lung function increases up to 30 percent
1 TO 9 MONTHS
- Coughing, sinus congestion, fatigue, and shortness of breath decrease
- Cilia regrow in lungs, increasing their ability to handle mucus, clean the lungs, and reduce infection
- Body's overall energy increases
1 YEAR
- Excess risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a smoker
5 YEARS
- Lung cancer death rate for an average former smoker (one pack a day) decreases by almost half
- Stroke risk is reduced to that of a non-smoker five to 15 years after quitting
- Risk of cancer of the mouth, throat, and esophagus is half that of a smoker's
10 YEARS
- Lung cancer death rate is similar to that of a non-smoker
- Precancerous cells are replaced
- Risk of cancer of the mouth, throat, esophagus, bladder, kidney, cervix, and pancreas decreases
15 YEARS
- Risk of coronary heart disease is that of a non-smoker
Best of luck!