Before I started vaping, I had been a smoker for three years. I was introduced to the idea of electronic cigarettes (disposable cartridges, looked like a cigarette) about two years ago when it was much less appealing and the delivery system was not good. About ten months ago, I was introduced to a vape, as many like to call it. I was intrigued – there were minimum problems and it delivered nicotine. I began vaping about nine months ago with a battery and a refillable tank; I now use a mod and a refillable tank. When I initially started vaping, I did smoke and vape, but that did not last long. My vape curbed my cravings for a cigarette. I began to smell better and feel well again. Cigarettes are now completely eradicated from my life. E-cigarettes are a great alternative to smoking and the health risks are nowhere near that of smoking cigarettes – bringing in tar, harmful smoke, along with additives and the pesticides that were sprayed onto the tobacco when growing. I prefer these so much more and no longer have to worry about the safety of those around me, although I am still respectful. Smoke/vapor/etc, no matter what, is always viewed as harmful, but if you restrict these – expect backlash… Expect many users switching back to cigarettes.