I also started smoking cigars because i quit smoking. I had broken my ankle and got sick of the smell of cigarette smoke in my room so i dropped the habit all together. After I was back on my feet i found myself wanting to smoke something but it wasn't the nicotine. It was the action of smoking which helped me relax that i was addicted to. My girlfriend suggested i pick up some cigars, since i wont inhale and i would still have the relaxing sensation of blowing smoke. After discovering the amazing taste and aromas of cigars i have never looked back. The whole process of caring for them, picking one out based on your mood, cutting and lighting a smoke just adds to the great experience and deep love for cigars we all share.

Great thread.