In 2017 I quit smoking in about two hours. As of 2026 I'm still smoke-free.
I had tried quitting before like most smokers. You know you should stop, but the habit has a way of creeping back in.
Eventually I came across something that claimed you could quit smoking in 2 hours.
That sounded ridiculous.
But it worked.
Nearly a decade later I still don't smoke, so I wanted to explain exactly what happened and what I did.
Looking for a way to quit smoking
Before finding the app I was researching different ways to quit.
- Nicotine gum
- Nicotine patches
- Prescription medication
- Hypnosis
- Acupuncture
One option I seriously considered was hypnotherapy.
Some people swear by it, but the sessions cost hundreds of dollars and money was a bit tighter for me back then.
Before spending that kind of money I checked the Google Play store to see if there were cheaper options.
Finding the Quit Smoking in 2 Hours app
While browsing I found an app called Stop Smoking in 2 Hours by Jason Vale.
The name sounded a little cheesy.
But the reviews were surprisingly good and at the time the app was completely free with no ads, so I figured it was worth trying.
Interestingly the app actually disappeared from the store for a while, but recently I checked again and it appears to be back — although now you have to pay for it.
Even so it's still far cheaper than hypnosis sessions that can cost several hundred dollars.
Does the Quit Smoking in 2 Hours app work?
For me, yes.
But not in the way people usually think.
It's basically an audio session that changes how you think about cigarettes. Instead of relying on willpower, it reframes smoking so it stops feeling like something you're giving up.
That mental shift turned out to be incredibly powerful.
How to quit smoking using this method
The program is meant to be listened to straight through without distractions.
The method works by changing your perception of cigarettes, so paying attention matters.
Don't stop halfway through. The full program builds the mindset shift gradually.
Instead of trying to force yourself to quit, the program reframes cigarettes so you simply stop wanting them.
After listening, I simply didn't feel the same urge anymore. That was it.
One unexpected benefit
One thing that surprised me was how relaxing the hypnosis audio was. It actually helped me sleep.
Sleep quality matters a lot for overall health and habits. If your schedule ever gets off track you may also find this helpful:
How I Reset My Circadian Rhythm
How much money quitting smoking saved me
I used to smoke about two packs per week.
From 2017 to 2026 that's roughly:
- About 478 weeks
- About 957 packs of cigarettes
Cigarette prices in New Jersey have ranged roughly between $7 and $12 per pack over that time.
That means quitting smoking likely saved somewhere between:
$7,000 – $11,000
And that's just the cigarettes themselves.
It doesn't include lighters, convenience store stops, or other spending habits that often come with smoking.
FAQ
Does the Quit Smoking in 2 Hours app really work?
For me it did. The program works by changing how you think about cigarettes rather than relying purely on willpower. Instead of feeling like you’re giving something up, the audio session reframes smoking so it stops feeling appealing. That shift in mindset made quitting surprisingly easy for me, and as of 2026 I’m still smoke-free.
Is quitting smoking in two hours realistic?
The audio session itself lasts about two hours. The idea is that during that time the program changes your perception of smoking so you no longer want cigarettes in the same way. For me the two-hour session was enough to quit and not go back.
Is the Quit Smoking in 2 Hours app free?
When I originally used it the app was free and had no ads. It later disappeared from the store for a while, but when I checked recently it appeared to be available again. Now it requires payment, although it’s still much cheaper than hypnosis sessions that can cost several hundred dollars.
How much money can you save by quitting smoking?
Even smoking a small amount adds up over time. I used to smoke about two packs per week. From 2017 to 2026 that would have been roughly 957 packs of cigarettes. Based on typical New Jersey prices during that time, quitting likely saved somewhere between $7,000 and $11,000.
What if quitting smoking affects your sleep?
Nicotine can influence sleep patterns, and changing habits sometimes affects sleep temporarily. In my case the hypnosis audio actually helped me relax and sleep better. If your schedule ever gets off track, I wrote about how I reset mine here: How I Reset My Circadian Rhythm.
Final thoughts
Quitting smoking often feels like it has to be a massive struggle.
For me it ended up being surprisingly simple.
I listened to a two-hour audio program, changed how I thought about cigarettes, and stopped smoking.
Nearly a decade later I'm still smoke-free.
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