This viewpoint is somewhat universal, but from the perspective of health and social impact, smoking is not a stress relief method worth advocating.
Firstly, smoking poses great harm to physical health. Tobacco contains various harmful substances such as nicotine and tar, and long-term smoking can lead to serious health problems such as lung cancer, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory diseases. For example, many long-term smokers may experience symptoms such as coughing, difficulty breathing, and even eventually develop incurable serious illnesses.
Secondly, smoking is not only harmful to smokers themselves, but second-hand smoke can also affect the health of those around them. Especially in enclosed environments such as homes and workplaces, the potential risks brought by second-hand smoke to others cannot be ignored.
Furthermore, smoking is to some extent just a form of psychological dependence, rather than effectively addressing the root causes of stress. When stress reappears, relying on smoking cannot fundamentally solve the problem.
In contrast, there are many healthier, more positive and effective ways to relieve stress, such as exercising, meditation, communicating with friends, and cultivating interests and hobbies. For example, regular physical exercise can promote the secretion of endorphins, a neurotransmitter that can bring pleasure and reduce stress; Participating in art activities such as painting and music can immerse people and forget their worries.
In short, although smoking is seen as a way to relieve stress in certain populations, the harm it brings far exceeds its so-called "stress relieving effect". We should advocate for finding healthier and more sustainable ways to relieve stress.