The Perception of Smoking in 2025

The topic of smoking's social perception is explored, raising the question of whether it is becoming 'cool' again. The conversation suggests that smoking has always had a complex image, oscillating between being seen as fashionable and being recognized for its health risks. Personal anecdotes illustrate that while some indulge in social smoking at events, others maintain a more ambivalent relationship with it, noting their lack of strong addiction or desire to smoke regularly. The idea that smoking introduces a sense of 'friction' into life is examined, pointing out how it contrasts with the ease of alternatives like vaping.