tips for quitting smoking

hey, im getting the surgery and I know i need to quit smoking I find if very difficult. Im 25 and have been smoking for 9 yrs. Anyone with any pointers please help. I know that getting the surgery should be enough motivation but its not helping like i hoped...any feedback is appreciated! thanks

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