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On May 31st this year, minutes before I walked in the train station compound, I held my breath knowing that clouds of smokes slithering ferociously to find innocent preys. The strong odor of reeking tobacco smoke immediately assaulted my nostrils, forcing me gasping for every bit of fresh and unadulterated air that was unfortunately non-existent. My bad luck that on this World No Tobacco Day (WNTD), I was knocked-out mercilessly by the second-hand smoke. Thank you for smoking indeed!
Despite the fact that smoking in public areas and offices is prohibited, whiffs of the foul smoke seems always keep following me around. Spiraling thick cigarette smoke still ruthlessly invade airspace in most public places; in restaurants, cafes, buses, malls, terminals, on the street or at work.
Inconsiderate and irresponsible smokers seem more than happy littering around these public spaces just to consummate their urge for the addictive substance. This is totally annoying, irritating and infuriating.
I feel like being strangled every single day, to be exposed constantly in the hazardous substance. It’s really frustrating. I feel helpless as if a dying fish craving desperately for water. The regulation is not effectively enforced. It is like a toothless tiger roaming around street.
Aside from that, many researches have confirmed the obvious grave hazards of passive smoke, environmental tobacco smoke, secondhand smoke — call it what you will. Henceforth, we know, for umpteen reasons that we should not smoke.
Sadly, statistics speaks otherwise. It shows that smoking prevalence in Indonesia rise steadily over the years. Indonesia men rank as the world’s top smokers, with two out of three lighting up. And about 3% of women smoke in the country.
Thanks to the spin doctors of tobacco industries. They have managed to ensure its livelihood through their ads and popular campaigns. They have been portrayed over the years in media to describe smoking; draped with advertising slogans and seductive images; as super cool, modern, and fashionable. Billboard and television advertising of tobacco in this nation remains widespread, as is sponsorship of sports and pop music events.
To make matter worse, the tax over cigarette is mild. Compared to other countries, it is still deemed too low. As a result, the price of the addictive cigarette is by far still affordable. People regardless of their age, social strata can still carelessly consume it. Cigarette affordability partly leads to the addiction as more and more turn to the toxic substance as escape. Indonesia is indeed paradise for tobacco industries.
This is not to say that I am condoning smoking cigarettes. As a matter of fact, I have some friends who are heavy smokers. I respect their choice as I believe they already know the consequences of smoking; lung cancer, stained teeth to the point hard to rub them off, foul breath, an astray-like smell, and well perhaps more money burnt.
Luckily, they always take extra precautions to ensure that they don’t offend the non-smoking population. They are respectful in exercising their rights to inhale the toxic fumes.
What I detest is the inconsiderate and unethical smokers who are imposing their addiction on others. If those persons must indulge in smoking, they should do it in designated indoor and outdoor areas where it will not annoy and/or sicken others.
Okay, you smoke. I get it. It is your THING to do. You have every right to to blow your life away in smokes. It’s your personal death warrant. I know smoking is addicting and dealing with it takes time. But at least be considerate of others and be respectful.
It’s highly unethical to smoke inside a lift, puffing the whiffs around like a moving train; be it a President, a CEO, a Director or a cleaner. Smoking in canteen or restaurant that bears no sign of SMOKING AREA is just alarmingly rudeness. Nothing is worse than chewing down on some yummylicious food only to get a mouthful of second-hand tar.
I understand that some people just have to smoke after they finish eating but be respectful for the non-smokers.
Freedom doesn’t mean destruction. Yep, your rights should not cordon others to exercise theirs. If you want to die sooner, don’t drag anyone along. It is as simple as that. After all, it’s not going to kill you to show utmost courtesy and respect, making a point not to smoke near non-smokers for example J
So, once again thank you for smoking! You really make my day full of struggles and jittery.
On May 31st this year, minutes before I walked in the train station compound, I held my breath knowing that clouds of smokes slithering ferociously to find innocent preys. The strong odor of reeking tobacco smoke immediately assaulted my nostrils, forcing me gasping for every bit of fresh and unadulterated air that was unfortunately non-existent. My bad luck that on this World No Tobacco Day (WNTD), I was knocked-out mercilessly by the second-hand smoke. Thank you for smoking indeed!
Despite the fact that smoking in public areas and offices is prohibited, whiffs of the foul smoke seems always keep following me around. Spiraling thick cigarette smoke still ruthlessly invade airspace in most public places; in restaurants, cafes, buses, malls, terminals, on the street or at work.
Inconsiderate and irresponsible smokers seem more than happy littering around these public spaces just to consummate their urge for the addictive substance. This is totally annoying, irritating and infuriating.
I feel like being strangled every single day, to be exposed constantly in the hazardous substance. It’s really frustrating. I feel helpless as if a dying fish craving desperately for water. The regulation is not effectively enforced. It is like a toothless tiger roaming around street.
Aside from that, many researches have confirmed the obvious grave hazards of passive smoke, environmental tobacco smoke, secondhand smoke — call it what you will. Henceforth, we know, for umpteen reasons that we should not smoke.
Sadly, statistics speaks otherwise. It shows that smoking prevalence in Indonesia rise steadily over the years. Indonesia men rank as the world’s top smokers, with two out of three lighting up. And about 3% of women smoke in the country.
Thanks to the spin doctors of tobacco industries. They have managed to ensure its livelihood through their ads and popular campaigns. They have been portrayed over the years in media to describe smoking; draped with advertising slogans and seductive images; as super cool, modern, and fashionable. Billboard and television advertising of tobacco in this nation remains widespread, as is sponsorship of sports and pop music events.
To make matter worse, the tax over cigarette is mild. Compared to other countries, it is still deemed too low. As a result, the price of the addictive cigarette is by far still affordable. People regardless of their age, social strata can still carelessly consume it. Cigarette affordability partly leads to the addiction as more and more turn to the toxic substance as escape. Indonesia is indeed paradise for tobacco industries.
This is not to say that I am condoning smoking cigarettes. As a matter of fact, I have some friends who are heavy smokers. I respect their choice as I believe they already know the consequences of smoking; lung cancer, stained teeth to the point hard to rub them off, foul breath, an astray-like smell, and well perhaps more money burnt.
Luckily, they always take extra precautions to ensure that they don’t offend the non-smoking population. They are respectful in exercising their rights to inhale the toxic fumes.
What I detest is the inconsiderate and unethical smokers who are imposing their addiction on others. If those persons must indulge in smoking, they should do it in designated indoor and outdoor areas where it will not annoy and/or sicken others.
Okay, you smoke. I get it. It is your THING to do. You have every right to to blow your life away in smokes. It’s your personal death warrant. I know smoking is addicting and dealing with it takes time. But at least be considerate of others and be respectful.
It’s highly unethical to smoke inside a lift, puffing the whiffs around like a moving train; be it a President, a CEO, a Director or a cleaner. Smoking in canteen or restaurant that bears no sign of SMOKING AREA is just alarmingly rudeness. Nothing is worse than chewing down on some yummylicious food only to get a mouthful of second-hand tar.
I understand that some people just have to smoke after they finish eating but be respectful for the non-smokers.
Freedom doesn’t mean destruction. Yep, your rights should not cordon others to exercise theirs. If you want to die sooner, don’t drag anyone along. It is as simple as that. After all, it’s not going to kill you to show utmost courtesy and respect, making a point not to smoke near non-smokers for example J
So, once again thank you for smoking! You really make my day full of struggles and jittery.
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