Under the willow tree in the evening, Hao Chuanqing sat alone on a bench, holding a cigarette in his hand, and looked into the distance with his eyes confused. Beside him, willow branches swaying in the wind, as if telling stories about choice and abandonment.
Hao Chuanqing is a middle-aged man who has been addicted to smoking for many years. When he was young, in order to pursue the so-called "maturity" and "freedom", he embarked on the road of no return to smoking. However, as time went on, he gradually discovered that smoking did not bring him real pleasure, but instead left him trapped in it.
That evening, Hao Chuanqing met an old friend by chance under the willow tree. When his old friend saw him holding a cigarette in his hand, he couldn't help frowning and persuaded him to quit smoking. Hao Chuanqing smiled bitterly and said, "Do you know? Actually, smoking also has its benefits. ”
The old friend was stunned for a moment, and then asked curiously, "Oh? Then tell me, what are the benefits of smoking?"
Hao Chuanqing took a deep puff of cigarette, slowly exhaled it, and began his narration.
"The first good thing is that smoking allows me to forget my worries for a while. Whenever I'm feeling down and stressed, lighting a cigarette can make me feel a moment of peace. That smoky feeling seemed to take away all my sorrows. ”
After hearing this, the old friend shook his head and said, "But this is just a temporary escape, and it can't really solve the problem." Moreover, smoking can also increase your psychological burden and make you more anxious. ”
Hao Chuanqing smiled bitterly and did not refute. He took a deep puff of his cigarette and continued, "The second benefit, smoking allows me to make more friends. In the circle of smokers, we have common hobbies and topics, and we can easily chat and communicate. ”
The old friend sighed and said, "But this friendship is based on common bad habits, and it is not strong. Moreover, smoking can also affect your physical health and make you lose more friends. ”
Hao Chuanqing was silent for a while, and then continued: "The third benefit, smoking can make me look more individual. In the eyes of some people, smoking is a unique sign of independence, freedom, and rebellion. ”
The old friend sneered and said, "This kind of personality is based on harming one's own health, and it is not worth pursuing." True individuality should come from inner firmness and unique thinking. ”
Hao Chuanqing was silent for a while, as if touched by his old friend's words. He took a deep puff of his cigarette, then slowly exhaled it, saying, "Actually, I also know the disadvantages of smoking. Every time I see the warning words on the cigarette pack, I feel a palpitation. But I have never been able to get rid of this habit, as if I am being pulled by an invisible force. ”
The old friend patted him on the shoulder and said, "I understand your predicament. But you have to understand that quitting smoking is not easy and requires strong determination and perseverance. I believe you have the power to overcome this difficulty and regain your health and happiness. ”
After Hao Chuanqing heard this, a trace of determination flashed in his eyes. He took a deep puff of his cigarette, then stomped the butt under his feet and said, "You're right, I can't go on like this." I want to quit smoking, I want to regain my health and happiness. ”
From that day on, Hao Chuanqing began the difficult road of quitting smoking. He struggled to overcome his addiction to smoking, insisted on exercising, adjusting his routine and seeking psychological support. Although the process was full of challenges and pain, he never gave up.
A few months later, when Hao Chuanqing reappeared under the willow tree, he had successfully quit smoking. His face was much more rosy, and his mental state was refreshed. He smiled and said to his old friend: "It turns out that my life after quitting smoking is so good, I am really glad that I made the right choice." ”
This story teaches us that there are no real benefits to smoking on. It will only plunge us into endless pain and predicament. Only by making up your mind to quit smoking can you regain your health and happiness. At the same time, we should also cherish the love and support of our friends and family around us to create a better future together.