Quote from nutmeg:
Off the top of my head.
Most are familiar with the strategy of "Take a deep breath and count to ten" to release stress. This strategy provides a moment to think, step back and regroup your thoughts. It is a coping strategy. Most people do not practice this although they are aware of it.
Lighting a cigarette in the time of stress, first requires you to take a deep breath, (as I mentioned), your physical stance, mannerisms, etc all change with the ritual of having a cigarette. Although a cigarette lasts longer than the count of ten, basically it provides the same "calming" effect or changes your mood.
Substituting a carrot stick, food, etc, does not alter your breathing pattern, which is what is lacking. Food is an oral replacement but is poor substitute. Hence, overeating when you quit smoking.
ok, finally some sense on this thread. thank you
no physically, does it give you a buzz, or do you feel nothing but a sense of calm
ps our posts have crossed i see you've answered