Most people do not realize what they are getting themselves into once they begin smoking. All it takes is a single puff on a cigarette and that can be the beginning of nicotine addiction.
This unhealthy habit may have commenced after feeding that ever-growing pull of curiosity - after all we all get tempted by the forbidden. Others like myself may have experienced forms of peer pressure; wanting to belong when a group comes together to smoke (especially among adolescents). Without even realizing it, giving up smoking becomes more difficult. Some still carry on with the habit thinking they have a social image to maintain (looking cool, sophisticated, tough, mature, etc.) or because it fills a void of sorts.
But that should not be an excuse to continue with the habit especially in this day and age when smoking bans and campaigns against smoking is becoming the norm. One of the very first reasons for giving up smoking is the issue of health. We're all highly aware by now of the numerous health risks and threats it poses such as cancer, circulation, respiratory problems and heart attacks. But some put up with that, prioritizing vanity over well-being. Little do they know that smoking leads to physical degradation – wrinkles, yellow teeth, bad breath or halitosis, uneven weight distribution, yellow stains on skin and nails, and darker lips are a few ways that smoking can alter one's appearance. We need to keep that in mind when smoking for the sake of self-image.
Some don't consider giving up smoking because they think that it's a good excuse to meet new people, the logic being that cigarettes become a starting point for conversation among smokers (i.e., asking that cute guy for a cigarette or lighter). Or they may not feel confidant amongst others without a cigarette in their hand.
But what about the non-smokers, are they not ostracized by that gesture? Not to mention, where is the consideration for other's welfare? A growing number of studies have shown that second hand smoke is equally as harmful. And even if they didn't ask for it, they'll be having their fair share of respiratory failures, heart ailments and cancer risks.
Another reason for giving up smokingis that though you won't notice it on a daily basis, but it may lead to relief of financial burden from smoking. Let's assume you smoke one pack per day. Multiply the cost of one pack of cigarettes by 365 days. Try multiplying your answer by the number of years you've smoked. This is how much you COULD have saved. Amazing how it all adds up isn't it? Moreover, it avoids having to deal with medical bills from health complications caused by smoking. The next time you light up a cigarette, think again.
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