Smoking does not relieve stress; it creates it from "summary" of Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking by Allen Carr
Many smokers believe that smoking helps to relieve stress. They light up a cigarette when they are feeling stressed out, thinking it will calm their nerves and make them feel better. However, this is a common misconception. In reality, smoking does not relieve stress; it actually creates it. When a smoker is feeling stressed, their body craves nicotine. This craving is a result of the addiction to nicotine that has developed over time. Lighting up a cigarette may temporarily satisfy this craving, but it does not address the root cause of the stress. In fact, smoking only serves to perpetuate the cycle of stress and craving. Furthermore, smoking actually increases stress levels in the long run. Nicotine is a stimulant that raises blood pressure, heart rate, and adrenaline l...
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