I've been vaping and not smoking for 10.7 years

Guestimatedly so far, I've only spent about 3.6% of at least $33,125
3,313 empty packs and 66,250 butts are not on my mind
Almost 48 ounces of TAR not included and 3.4 stinky miles not tread
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vaping is not the same as smoking.

i got started using hardware like this. i had a provari 2.5 and a pico 75w, and i still have an istick 60w, a sir lancelot mech, an ehpro armor prime, and an ehpro cold steel 100, review by hittman | E-Cigarette Forum. i had the wotofo serpent mini and smm rta's, but they were lost in a move. I still have an ehpro & naturevape true, a sxk doggystyle rta, a vapefly brunhilde, and a fumytech gotank.

at first, i was keen on a mix of turkish bold and mojito flavored pre-mixed juices. i was incorrectly assuming the end nic level to be in the high 20ish miggle area. i was introduced to this calculator and with that i determined the nicotine level to be just under 19 milligrams. the ejuice me up calculator is quite useful as well. steam engine has to be linked to again because, just because.

i've been in mech land for 8 years and 8 months.

there are a few similarities to and many differences between using a pv (portable vaporizer, commonly called an e-cig, now often referred to as a vape) and smoking a cigarette. it is difficult to compare the two at all though because they are just not the same.
it's much more than an apples and oranges kind of thing..

    the nicotine content in a cigarette can vary.
  • on the low end a single cigarette may contain about 6 milligrams of nicotine, on the high end about 28 milligrams.

  • you don't inhale every milligram of nicotine as it burns. you'll probably inhale about 1.1 to 1.8 mg of nicotine by the end of each cigarette. for a pack of 20 cigarettes, you'll likely inhale between 22 to 36 mg of nicotine.

  • even though that might be the amount of nicotine that one inhales, the amount that is actually absorbed, whether by smoking or vaping, is about 30% to 40%.

Source of sources: "the nicotine content in a cigarette can vary" at DuckDuckGo

i prompted this to a chatgpt bot, discuss vaping and smoking and THR, and this is how it responded:

Vaping and smoking are both methods of consuming nicotine, an addictive substance found in tobacco products. However, there are some important differences between these two practices.

Smoking involves burning tobacco and inhaling the resulting smoke. This smoke contains a wide range of harmful chemicals, including tar, carbon monoxide, and various carcinogens. Smoking has been shown to have numerous negative health effects, including an increased risk of lung cancer, heart disease, and stroke.

Vaping, on the other hand, involves heating a liquid (often containing nicotine) and inhaling the resulting vapor. While vaping is not completely risk-free, it is generally considered to be less harmful than smoking. Vaping devices do not produce the same harmful chemicals found in tobacco smoke, and some studies suggest that vaping may be an effective tool for helping people quit smoking.

THR (tobacco harm reduction) is a strategy aimed at reducing the harm caused by tobacco use. One of the main ways to achieve this is by encouraging people to switch from smoking to less harmful alternatives, such as vaping. The idea is that by providing smokers with less harmful ways to consume nicotine, they may be able to reduce their risk of developing smoking-related illnesses.

i did it again (in April, 2025) with another bot, and this is what I got:

Vaping and smoking are two methods of consuming nicotine, but they differ significantly in their composition, health effects, and public perception. Tobacco harm reduction (THR) is a concept that aims to minimize the health risks associated with tobacco use, particularly for those who are unable or unwilling to quit entirely.

    Smoking

  • Smoking involves the combustion of tobacco, which produces a wide range of harmful chemicals, including tar, carbon monoxide, and various carcinogens.

  • Smoking is linked to numerous health issues, including lung cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses, and reduced overall health. It is one of the leading causes of preventable death worldwide.

  • A dependence upon nicotine can be created, making it difficult for many smokers to quit.

    • Vaping

  • Vaping involves inhaling aerosol produced by heating a liquid that typically contains nicotine, flavorings, and other chemicals. Importantly, vaping does not involve combustion, which reduces the production of many harmful byproducts found in cigarette smoke.

  • While vaping is generally considered less harmful than smoking, it is not without risks. The long-term health effects of vaping are still being studied, but concerns including potential respiratory issues and the impact of inhaling various chemicals may be exaggerated.

  • Vaping products can also contain nicotine, leading to addiction. However, some products are available with lower nicotine levels or nicotine-free options.

    • Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR)

  • THR focuses on providing safer alternatives to smoking for those who are unable to quit. The idea is to reduce the health risks associated with tobacco use by encouraging smokers to switch to less harmful products, such as e-cigarettes or heated tobacco products.

  • Research suggests that switching to vaping can significantly reduce exposure to harmful substances compared to continued smoking. Public health organizations in some countries have recognized vaping as a potential tool for harm reduction.

  • The THR approach is not without controversy. Critics argue that promoting vaping could lead to increased nicotine addiction among youth and non-smokers. There are also concerns about the marketing of vaping products and the potential for dual use (smoking and vaping).

    • Conclusion

  • Both smoking and vaping have implications for public health, and the THR approach seeks to address the challenges posed by tobacco use. While vaping may offer a less harmful alternative for current smokers, it is essential to consider the potential risks and ensure that public health policies effectively balance harm reduction with the prevention of nicotine addiction among non-smokers and youth. Ongoing research and regulation will play crucial roles in shaping the future of tobacco harm reduction strategies.

today i may've vaped up to a ml or so of a diy unflavored e-liquid.
some times i add a bit of flavor to it.

200 ml batch
9/23/2022 to 5/14/2023233 days
6/12/2023 to 2/3/2024236 days
2/4/2024 to 6/6/2024126 days
6/6/2024 to 2/12/2025251 days
2/12/2025 to 5/31/2025108 days

30 ml - 42 days

the 2/4 & 6/6 batches are/were 100 mls.

3 years and 330 days ago my provari and pico were stolen..

the vape sky has been falling for way more than 15 years.