Physical Health & Mental Wellbeing Dramatically Improves – Vaping Consumer
- Kim
- Jun 23
- 2 min read

Nine years ago, I found myself trapped in the vicious cycle of cigarette addiction. Despite numerous attempts to quit smoking using conventional methods such as patches and gums, I struggled to break free from the grip of nicotine. My health deteriorated, and I felt like I was running out of options.
It was during this desperate time that I discovered vaping. Sceptical at first, I decided to give it a try as a last resort. To my surprise, vaping provided me with a viable pathway to gradually reduce my nicotine intake while satisfying my cravings in a much safer manner than smoking combustible cigarettes.
Since making the switch to vaping, my health has improved dramatically. I no longer experience the constant coughing fits or shortness of breath that plagued my days as a smoker. My sense of taste and smell have returned, enriching my life in ways I never thought possible. Most importantly, I no longer live in fear of the life-threatening illnesses associated with traditional tobacco use.
Beyond the physical benefits, vaping has also had a profound impact on my mental well-being. Breaking free from the shackles of cigarette addiction has empowered me with a newfound sense of control over my life. I no longer feel enslaved to nicotine, and I am able to enjoy social gatherings and outdoor activities without being consumed by the need to smoke.
However, despite the undeniable benefits I have experienced firsthand, I am deeply concerned about the potential consequences of overly restrictive vaping regulations.
By implementing sensible regulations that strike a balance between safeguarding public health and preserving access to harm reduction alternatives, we can empower countless individuals like myself to live healthier, smoke-free lives.
I urge you to take into account the voices of those whose lives have been positively impacted by vaping when making decisions regarding the future of vaping regulation in our
country. Together, we can work towards a future where smoking-related illnesses are relegated to the past, and individuals are free to make informed choices about their health.
Submission To Therapeutic Goods and Other Legislation Amendment (Vaping Reforms) Bill 2024 Inquiry
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