<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Northumberland Stop Smoking Service]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Northumberland Stop Smoking Service is provided by Northumberland County Council, and exists to support people on their journey to quit smoking.]]></description><link>https://www.stopsmokingnorthumberland.co.uk/blog-1</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:26:14 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.stopsmokingnorthumberland.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Tips for sticking with exercise]]></title><description><![CDATA[This blog from smokefree.gov resonated with the team here at Stop Smoking Northumberland - looking after your physical and mental wellbeing is a very positive path to take, and one which will support you on your journey to quitting smoking too.]]></description><link>https://www.stopsmokingnorthumberland.co.uk/post/tips-for-sticking-with-exercise</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a25ee011216075b485e4ae6</guid><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/04ba77_f1f2aa74f5cf480cbaf87272b0162943~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_160,h_67,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>stopsmokingservice</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coping with stress without smoking]]></title><description><![CDATA[This blog was published by smokefree.gov and we hope our members in Northumberland find it helpful and inspiring!

Stress is a normal part of life—in moderation it can help you reach your goals, but too much stress creates more problems. Managing stress is a key part of quitting smoking.]]></description><link>https://www.stopsmokingnorthumberland.co.uk/post/coping-with-stress-without-smoking</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a25ebed1216075b485e47b3</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_ef1524b6584342c39b52ad667f5ffe91~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>stopsmokingservice</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Know your triggers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everyone is different. Activities or environments will affect individuals differently - from socialising with friends or coffee breaks and stressful work situations, this blog from smokefree.gov contains some useful tips to help you to understand and best deal with any triggers that affect you.]]></description><link>https://www.stopsmokingnorthumberland.co.uk/post/know-your-triggers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a25e9debcf454bfefd98018</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_89fbba5eebc643db85bbe850c9119ba0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>stopsmokingservice</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prepare for the day you quit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Quitting with a clear plan gives you the chance to stay motivated and see the plan through. 

We've collated a few simple steps that you can take to help put your plan into action and prepare for the day you quit.]]></description><link>https://www.stopsmokingnorthumberland.co.uk/post/prepare-for-the-day-you-quit</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a25e8a9750b8b39abbbf7bd</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/04ba77_a689a42cb26c4d0e9a2a8ef71553f5c4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>stopsmokingservice</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>