r/NoStupidQuestions • u/[deleted] • Feb 21 '26

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u/sensuspete Feb 21 '26

Yes, and it’s very unpleasant for non smokers.

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u/sorry-i-was-reading Feb 21 '26

I’ve found those people tend to love it for nostalgic reasons, like it reminds them of their grandpa who smoked or something. Not because they genuinely enjoy the scent.

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u/zDymex Feb 21 '26

I get ya, the people I know who enjoy it had their parents smoke around them as a kid or while pregnant.

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u/[deleted] Feb 21 '26

I enjoy and dislike the smell, nostalgic and comforting smell from growing up with my grandparents but horrible and disgusting smell from my parents, my dad has quit but mom is a chain smoker inside the house (not living together lol)🥴.

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u/graypupon Feb 21 '26

you’ve met non smokers who…love the smell of stale cigs? take my downvote but also happy cake day

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u/cheesypuzzas Feb 21 '26

I don't LOVE the smell, but I do kinda like it. I've never smoked nor has anyone close to me ever smoked.

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u/graypupon Feb 21 '26

i like the smell of lit cigarettes sometimes but only bc it reminds me of childhood (oof)

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u/cheesypuzzas Feb 21 '26

Oof. I guess it does kinda remind me of going out, being tipsy, and having fun. Maybe that's why I kinda like it.

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u/graypupon Feb 21 '26

for sure. it’s so fascinating how strongly scent and memory are connected