I was a heavy smoker for the better part of two decades and I agree with half of what you said. Parts of smoking were great, and I miss them dearly. I quit because the totality wasn't great for me, and I felt like it hadn't been in a long time.
Where I disagree is the part about quitting and addiction. The best definition of addiction I ever received was from psychologist friend who said addiction is when a behavior is in conflict with you and your life goals. As such, it is really only a judgment someone can make about themselves. It is "a personal behavior that I don't like". I don't think outsiders have standing to decide what is best for others.
Where I disagree is the part about quitting and addiction. The best definition of addiction I ever received was from psychologist friend who said addiction is when a behavior is in conflict with you and your life goals. As such, it is really only a judgment someone can make about themselves. It is "a personal behavior that I don't like". I don't think outsiders have standing to decide what is best for others.