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I’m against anything with nicotine in it (except things designed to help you quit, like patches and whatnot). Companies want you addicted to their products. That way, you’re a customer whether you want to be or not. It’s unfair and exploitative.
Nicotine isn't what keeps people going to cigs... it's the habit. It's why NRTs don't work for shit, and why vaping has helped people quit with way better success.
The habit and routine are definitely factors, but nicotine withdrawal is indeed a major problem. https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/tobacco-nicotine-e-cigarettes/nicotine-addictive