Support Groups for Quitting Smoking in India.

Quitting is about more than willpower. This collection includes a group for smoking addiction specifically, alongside groups for vaping addiction, emotional regulation, anxiety, and more.

Groups are: Therapist-led | Weekly Zoom Sessions | Done in small groups

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Introduction

If you've tried to quit smoking earlier, you must have already realized that it's not just about willpower. Lighting up a cigarette becomes ingrained in daily routines: right from the first chai in the morning, during breaks at work, or at times of stress when nothing else seems to ease the tension. Nicotine gets the brain hooked in a cycle of craving and temporary relief, but the way to escape that cycle is almost impossible to do alone. On a positive note - studies have shown that individuals who become a part of organized support groups are significantly more likely to quit successfully than if they were going solo. And that's where smoking addiction support groups come in.

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    Quit Smoking Support Group

    Quit Smoking Support Group

    Starts 11th Aug

    Quit Smoking Support Group

    A guided group to quit smoking, manage cravings, and stay smoke-free.

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    Vaping Addiction Support Group

    Vaping Addiction Support Group

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    Vaping Addiction Support Group

    Beat vaping by understanding risks, developing coping strategies, and building resilience

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    Overthinking Support Group

    Overthinking Support Group

    Starts 9th Aug

    Overthinking Support Group

    Exploring overthinking loops and finding steady ground through awareness, compassion, and care.

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    Life Skills For Emotional Wellness

    Life Skills For Emotional Wellness

    Every Saturday

    Life Skills For Emotional Wellness

    A Neuro Linguistic Planning techniques based group to understand, express, and regulate emotions.

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    Depression Support Group

    Depression Support Group

    Starts 30th Jul

    Depression Support Group

    Support group using stories & strengths to navigate depression & reclaim self-connection.

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    Anxiety Support Group

    Anxiety Support Group

    Starts 4th Sep

    Anxiety Support Group

    Interactive group to identify anxiety triggers, build coping skills, and share strategies.

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    Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) Support Group

    Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) Support Group

    Early Bird

    Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) Support Group

    A supportive space to share, manage fatigue, and connect with others who understand CFS.

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    Drug Addiction Support Group

    Drug Addiction Support Group

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    Drug Addiction Support Group

    A safe space to explore substance use, build coping skills, an find support on your recovery journey

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    Alcohol Addiction Support Group

    Alcohol Addiction Support Group

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    Alcohol Addiction Support Group

    A safe space to understand addiction, manage cravings, and build recovery habits with peer support.

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    Reboot - Porn Addiction Support

    Reboot - Porn Addiction Support

    Starts 31st Jul

    Reboot - Porn Addiction Support

    A 4-session journey to help break the cycle of addiction and develop healthier habits.

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    Adulting ++

    Adulting ++

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    Adulting ++

    Reflect, reset, and realign key areas of adult life in a supportive space.

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    Perfectionism Support Group

    Perfectionism Support Group

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    Perfectionism Support Group

    Explore perfectionism, self-criticism & healthy self-acceptance in daily life.

Smoking Cessation, one session at a time.

Support groups are meant to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where individuals struggling with the same issue can gather. These aren't lectures or advice; these are conversations. In the course of these sessions, members tell their own stories: why they smoke, when they've attempted to quit, what worked out in their favor, and what went downhill. Just hearing another person describe the same craving as you, or the frustration of "just one puff" flipping into another pack again, can be a relief. You suddenly realize that you are not fighting your demons alone.

Trained therapists with prior experience of working with nicotine addiction lead these groups smoothly organising the structured conversations that are just more than venting. They present practical, evidence-based techniques: tracking triggers, learning how to report cravings, discovering effective measures of coping with stress, and preparing for those challenging high-risk situations (such as parties or late-night cravings). It's not about being perfect; it's just about preparation and support.

How are these groups beneficial?

Many people link smoking to other related issues like overthinking, having difficulties regulating their emotions, or even having trouble controlling their anxieties. In this sense, support groups for smokers work similarly to those for depression or drug addiction (for cannabis, opiates, or prescription substances), where the emphasis is on the emotional and psychological consequences of the habit as well as the habit itself.

When you can check in with your group on a weekly basis, there's consistency that makes you feel on track. Small wins like fewer cigarettes, one day without smoking, and enhanced interpersonal relationships are acknowledged, allowing you to build confidence. And when setbacks do occur (and they will), the group reminds you that these are not failures but opportunities for new learning experiences.

There's also a strong feeling of being among "those who just get it." Friends or family may push you to quit, but they can't really get how densely cigarette smoke can blur an individual's identity. With a support group, no one trivializes your challenge. Rather, you receive perspective from individuals who get it as well as new ideas and techniques from experienced therapists specializing in de-addiction.

It's Not About Quitting

There's also a strong feeling of being among "those who just get it." Friends or family may push you to quit, but they can't really get how densely cigarette smoke can blur an individual's identity. With a support group, no one trivializes your challenge. Rather, you receive perspective from individuals who get it as well as new ideas and techniques from experienced therapists specializing in de-addiction.

Who can join?

These groups welcome anyone who’s grappling with smoking, no matter where they are in their quitting journey. Maybe you’re attempting to quit for the first time. Maybe you’ve tried ten times before and keep relapsing. Or maybe you’re not quite ready to stop but want to explore what quitting could look like. All of these experiences belong in the room. Actually, the variation of stages tends to make the group even stronger, for those who have progressed motivate newcomers, and beginners remind others how far they've come.

  • Meetings take place on Zoom, providing a platform to participate from anywhere
  • Groups are intentionally small, with nearly only five or six individuals, which facilitates sharing and allows effective functioning.
  • SoulUp offers traditional support groups sessions with a predefined goal, theme and structure.
  • These sessions are led by experienced therapists and clinical psychologists who encourage participants to learn motivational techniques and effective strategies.
  • You listen and share experiences in the therapy groups by trained therapists, skills-based groups teaching techniques such as coping with cravings or stress, and even decision groups for those who are still trying to decide if now is the time for a specific transition.

A journey worth not taking alone

It's not one determined choice to quit smoking. It's a series of small, consistent choices made day in and day out. Some days will be easier than others, some more difficult, but with the right company and guidance, the path doesn't feel so lonely. Smoking addiction support groups make us remember that though the struggle is real, so is the potential for change. With the right combination of support, skills, and knowledge, even the most unshakeable habits can be unlearned.

Interested in multiple groups? Access at 60% off | Valid for 1 yr

What you get:

  • Unlimited Support Groups – Join any eligible group throughout the year at no extra cost.
  • Exclusive Weekly Series – Join our weekly Women/Men Unfiltered sessions on relationships, career, identity, and mental health.
  • 24 Free Peer Calls – Connect one-on-one with other members for support and shared experiences.
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FAQs

What are SoulUp Groups?

At SoulUp, you'll meet people who get what you're going through and might be living some of the same realities. People looking for extraordinary conversations, just like you.

✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

What happens in a group session?

While the format can vary as per topic, here’s a flow that most sessions follow

Check In. Participants check-in with each others' feelings and answer the prompt given by the facilitator if any.

Conversation. Your facilitator will guide the group in a free-flowing conversation—with the goal of sharing openly, talking honestly, and deep emotional connection.

Check Out. Participants share what they're taking away from the session.

What am I going to get out of this?

Participants say that they feel heard, understood, more in control, and a feeling that you’ve got people rooting for you. By talking about your emotions and what's going on in your life, you'll realise that you're not alone and get ideas for how to improve your situation.

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