It also gives you an excuse to remove yourself from crowded social situations that you are not enjoying. You say you need to go outside for a smoke and chances are at least one other person will join you and you can finally talk one on one. Or you meet someone standing in the smoking area and strike up a conversation with them. Regardless, it’s an excellent opportunity to socialize in a smaller circle or just to chill together in silence and enjoy the fresh air.

I don’t smoke anymore and haven’t for over a decade, but i still miss that part. If only there was a way to be a smoker without actually smoking…