Smokefree Success Stories
Looking for some inspiration? These real-life stories from people across Cornwall prove that stopping smoking is possible – and can be life-changing.
Every quit journey is unique, and these inspiring local success stories show what’s possible with the right support.
Greg and Samantha
Greg and Samantha discuss their journey to going smokefree, including their motivations and the benefits they are now enjoying. With over £1000 saved in 2 months, proud children and a healthier life they're grateful to the Healthy Cornwall team for their support.
Andreas
Andreas has worked with the Healthy Cornwall team to finally go smokefree after 45 years. In this video he discusses his journey, the huge benefits he's had to his health since quitting and his motivations to quit for good; including his grandchildren, cats and rewards from his daughter.
Ann-Marie
Ann-Marie shares how quitting smoking has transformed her life:
She's no longer out of breath at work and on family walks
Her long-term health conditions have improved
And she’s saving money every single week!
With her 60th birthday approaching, she wanted to ensure she didn't remain a smoker any longer. Her story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to make a change - and you don’t have to do it alone.
Anonymous - "Wow I can actually afford Christmas!"
We recently sat down with one of our Stop Smoking clients to talk about their success in quitting smoking. Including how they're sleeping better, the improvements to how they feel, how it's affected all aspects of their life and the £300 a month they're saving now they're smokefree.
Matt
Matt Coates from Argyle Community Trust discusses his quit smoking journey through Healthy Cornwall, how Stoptober relit his motivation to quit smoking for good and how the support of others has helped him succeed.
Anonymous - Quitting with family
The following anonymous story shares the journey of someone who finally went smokefree for good with support from our Healthy Cornwall team. In the video, they reflect on the vast positive benefits they’ve experienced and how quitting alongside their two daughters helped keep motivation strong every step of the way. Their experience shows just how impactful having the right support can be.