My 3 coworkers and I want to quit smoking, and I want to put together a list of all the reasons why it is a good idea. I have the obvious ones – health reasons (decrease risk of stroke, cancer etc), and basic overall things like we know it is bad, our friends/loved ones don’t really smoke so why are we, etc. Can anyone tell me from their own perspective what they think of when they see a smoker? Or why smoking is gross? Or any specific reason why they don’t like it when someone smokes? Or even, when they quit they noticed ______? Thank you!
I just want to add that all these answers are so awesome. I cannot tell you how excellent it is to hear these honest straightforward answers from people’s own perspectives…please keep them coming. You all are WONDERFUL!

When someone has been smoking I can smell them across the room. I have a physical reaction to that smell. My stomach churns and I feel like I am going to throw up. I start coughing and there doesn’t seem to be any other reason but the cigarette odour from those around me. I can’t imagine how difficult it will be for you guys, but let me put this out there….it is an addiction, it will take years off your life and at the moment it is controlling You and your mates. Take control of your own life..I encourage you – go for it!!!!