Started smoking out of curiosity, just like that. I was 17, back then I never thought that first puff would pave a way for what will be my serious addiction in life. Since I had to hide from family, the smoking then was not considerable, besides I couldn't afford it. While in college improved access added to my mental illness (not diagnosed at that time), put me all in to smoking. I remember trying to quit several times, the longest time I succeeded was 7 months, I think. Now am 32 and smoke 1 pack per day !!
Health risk, cost, inconvenience, and peoples judgmental comment are my troubles and concerns now. Besides, I couldn't establish a working relationship mainly because of my addiction with cigarettes. I know I have to quit, but at the same time I enjoy it and at times consider it as my only way out from all my troubles, like a good friend.... it is like a trap. GORE