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[–] 5 points 3 years ago (2 children)

Stay strong on your recovery friend 💪

Thank you for your comment, this is always my biggest beef with those defending nicotine (smoking/vaping).

It's like, WHAT DO YOU EVEN GAIN FROM IT?

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  • [–] 1 point 3 years ago*

    WHAT DO YOU EVEN GAIN FROM IT

    Smokers/vapers report a balanced pick-me-up with reduced stress and a sense of calm. If you ignore the massive health hazard and addictiveness and just pay attention to the effects, it seems like the best possible non-intoxicant. There's a reason why indigenous people used it regularly and it was almost immediately an export crop when discovered.

    Positive Effects

    Nicotine createsTrusted Source a temporary feeling of well-being and relaxation, and increases heart rate and the amount of oxygen the heart uses. As nicotine enters the body, it causes a surge of endorphins, which are chemicals that help to relieve stress and pain and improve mood... Nicotine may also temporarily improve concentration and memory

    Honestly, a wonder-drug. Minus the whole "highly addictive and smokers die a horrible and painful death" part.

    Honestly, if it weren't addictive, I'd probably consider vaping. But I have enough addiction with caffeine in my life.

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