I guess I will cast the unpopular opinion - can't stand them. I don't see any logical behind doing it. I'm sure someone will say something, but I honestly can't stand people that do it or your reasoning behind it.
Yes I smoke.. So I'm the devil now?
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1.) Yes smokers smell of cigarette smoke... wow who knew that would happen.Digikid said:
2.) Hmm Are you saying that only smokers litter ? I have witnessed plenty of non smoking litter on the streets.
3.) I will respect the health of other people when the government respects the health of other people and bans diesel fuel which when burned gives off carcinogens and considering the number of cars compared to smokers means you are more likely to catch cancer off a truck than a smoke yet the government does nothing about it.
4.) Not true he understands he has only one life he can lead and so he wants to live it the way he wants to, not purely the way somebody else wants him to.
I think smoking is one of the most evil things I can come up with; right up there with the holocaust in WW2. The nazis had clear reasons for the massacre, and they didn't harm themselves with the holocaust. But smokers harm themselves AND those around them. For what? "Eloquent taste"?
Uhh yeah.. I am seeking comfort not answers.. How did you know?! You must be a psychic or something. Nice assumption there.A Free Man said:
It's actually the other way around. You are with the popular opinion here in the Escapist.Dr. Pepper Unlimited said:
I don't care if anyone smokes, it's their body. Just be respectful when you do smoke. I remember my family and I were out at an open-air restaurant and the guy sitting next to us asked if he could smoke. We politely told him we preferred that he didn't, so he didn't. Simple as that.
This talk of how people perceive smokers has gotten me thinking. People don't look down on people that drink, or at least not as severely as smokers. It's interesting when you think about it.
I think the reason why people look down on smokers is that it's probably the closest of all the legal drugs that is like the illegal drugs. With tobacco the usage and symptoms seem to me to be more akin to that of some other drugs (not saying it is as bad, or that smokers are like heroin users, yadda yadda, etc...). It's more of a selfish drug like heroine or cocaine, people willfully (whether they are psychologically/physically dependent on it doesn't really change that) use those drugs for their own benefit, and their negative side-effects are much more prominent. Wrinkling, yellow teeth (or no teeth), bad smell, skin rashes, all that stuff, these are all associated with the harder drugs. It's this dependency that smokers exhibit that people associate with those other kinds of drugs.
Compare this to alcohol, a fairly sociable kind of thing; you can drink it with friends, you can drink without succumbing to any severe side-effects so long as you know what you're doing, and it doesn't really leave any immediate physical symptoms. You may feel bad with a hangover, sure, but you don't smell or get yellow teeth or whatever. You can get addicted to alcohol like you can with tobacco, but there doesn't seem to be that air of disapproval that tobacco users get because, as I said, it's more of a sociable thing than smoking is.
I dunno, that's just me thinking. It is interesting, though, how people react to two equally destructive substances in different ways. Hypocrisy and pretentiousness? Maybe. I just know I personally don't want to bother with those kinds of things, so I don't, simple as that.
This talk of how people perceive smokers has gotten me thinking. People don't look down on people that drink, or at least not as severely as smokers. It's interesting when you think about it.
I think the reason why people look down on smokers is that it's probably the closest of all the legal drugs that is like the illegal drugs. With tobacco the usage and symptoms seem to me to be more akin to that of some other drugs (not saying it is as bad, or that smokers are like heroin users, yadda yadda, etc...). It's more of a selfish drug like heroine or cocaine, people willfully (whether they are psychologically/physically dependent on it doesn't really change that) use those drugs for their own benefit, and their negative side-effects are much more prominent. Wrinkling, yellow teeth (or no teeth), bad smell, skin rashes, all that stuff, these are all associated with the harder drugs. It's this dependency that smokers exhibit that people associate with those other kinds of drugs.
Compare this to alcohol, a fairly sociable kind of thing; you can drink it with friends, you can drink without succumbing to any severe side-effects so long as you know what you're doing, and it doesn't really leave any immediate physical symptoms. You may feel bad with a hangover, sure, but you don't smell or get yellow teeth or whatever. You can get addicted to alcohol like you can with tobacco, but there doesn't seem to be that air of disapproval that tobacco users get because, as I said, it's more of a sociable thing than smoking is.
I dunno, that's just me thinking. It is interesting, though, how people react to two equally destructive substances in different ways. Hypocrisy and pretentiousness? Maybe. I just know I personally don't want to bother with those kinds of things, so I don't, simple as that.
To OP well done on you sir, smoking is a civilised and cultured way to enjoy tobacco. But may I suggest you try a cigar? Even if not a full cuban, a cigar has better taste.
And yes, that gentleman was the anti smoking ninja. Did you not notice he used piano wire to slice of the burning tip of your cigarette?
And yes, that gentleman was the anti smoking ninja. Did you not notice he used piano wire to slice of the burning tip of your cigarette?
I smoke, but I'll tell you what fucks me off about other smoker when I'm not smoking? When they smoke around me and I have to breathe it in, I hate it, I'll always ask if it's OK to smoke or I move away from everyone.
Maybe you're a selfish smoker without knowing it?
Maybe you're a selfish smoker without knowing it?
No, still wouldn't, I have more serious health issues to worry about, and the minor problems smoking had caused have already vanished since I switched to the E-cig. Besides, life is too short to waste time regretting anything, I've made worse choices and still don't look back with anything less than satisfaction on my life.SillyBear said:
You an absolute idiot for smoking. I mean really the buzz is gone, most of your stress is caused by your withdrawal of a cigarette. It fucks up your looks, your lungs, and your ability to taste. Why in gods name would you start?
Now if you'd excuse me all this talk of smoking has made me crave a cigarette. BRB
Now if you'd excuse me all this talk of smoking has made me crave a cigarette. BRB
The problem with smoking is that after a while it becomes a huge money sink. Some people (myself included) feel that smokers could do better with that extra money, and feel bad/annoyed that they don't see that too.
Totally agree with the OP on this one, i tend to smoke when i drink, and thats about it. However, whenever i do i get at least 3 people who look at me like i killed their first born. if you dont like you dont have to tell me, just leave, if not then just deal with it, im not forcing the smoke down your throat, plus i tend to position myself so as not to be downwind from people, so you're welcome 
Totally agree, Cigars are where it is at. Tastes better and you look about 10 times cooler, not that thats important...davros3000 said:
I think you put it nicely there.hulksmashley said:
Loving the hate responses btw. Always fun when people think they're better based on some small principle.
I'm bewildered by your complete lack of understanding and misuse of the word 'eloquent'. For the record I've smoked for just over 5 years, so I'll pass on the videos thanks. Plus, I thought you smoked four cigarettes a day, why are you linking 'cigaraficionado'? I'm willing to bet a real cigar hasn't touched your lips.isometry said:
Ah touche, haha. My bad. Sorry about that, this lack of sleep business is definetly affecting my concentration.nbamaniac said: