Smoking

I've never smoked a cigarette in my life, and until recently, planned to never do so.

Of course, we all know the negative aspects, i.e. the cost, the health issues and so on, but I truly cannot see the positives.

Maybe as a means to calm oneself, but even this does not seem enough of a pro to counter the obvious cons.

That being said, I will admit at times I have thought of the image behind smoking being 'cool'.

For me, it's part of the rebellious attitude (despite not actually being rebellious) which I associate with Rock and Roll.

It makes little sense, but for me, certain people's images are enhanced by their smoking. For others, I see it simply as a disgusting habit.

Maybe this is what happens when you idolise rock stars.

To put it in perspective, if I saw a man with a guitar, covered in tattoos, smoking and holding a bottle of whiskey, I'd probably think he was pretty damn awesome.

Take away the guitar, and you just have an unhealthy drunk.