(Remind them each person will have their own timetable for each stage and it should be individualized.)

1. Thinking about quitting- They are considering quitting but not made any definite plans, has not set a quit date.

2. Quitting- The participant is ready to quit, they may of already started changes in smoking behavior, or have a quit date picked.

3. Maintenance- The participant has not smokes for three weeks or longer, and has not had a cigarette during this time.

Ask each participant where they are in the stages. Use this opportunity to help some participant who might be ready to move onto the quitting stage at this class.