I smoke pipes and cigars for exactly the reasons you&#x27;ve mentioned. It forces me to hang out on my deck for a couple hours doing nothing (because my hands are busy). It&#x27;s fantastic introvert time to regroup after a long week.<p>I know pipes and cigars have lower risks of most health issues (mainly due to much lower frequency of use for many people, and because most people don&#x27;t actually inhale), but I would be elated if that risk could be eliminated entirely. The experience is extremely useful for my mental health.