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My girlfriend hoped I’d eventually give cigarettes up for good. After someback-and-forth, we compromised, and I switched to vaping instead. For me, it was a big win—I haven’t touched a cigarette since, and she’s been incredibly supportive.
But, like all compromises, it’s not perfect. While she’s glad I’m no longer smoking, she’s not thrilled with how often and where I vape. She says it’s almost anytime and anywhere, whether we’re out, or at home. She can’t stand me vaping in shared spaces, like bedrooms. Or among friends who don’t vape.
I love her and want her to feel respected, so I’ve made an effort to follow her wishes, cutting back the vaping times and where I can and keeping the bedroom vape-free. While we still have disagreements over it now and then, we’re managing to find a balance that works for us.
Personally, I don’t see vaping as a red flag. At least for now. But things might be different for you guys. Has vaping affected your relationship or the person next to you in public?