Smoking had become my favorite thing in the world to do. It was like having instant comfort, no matter where or when

Smoking had become my favorite thing in the world to do. It was like having instant comfort, no matter where or when

Augusten Burroughs, the acclaimed author known for his raw and honest memoirs, has never shied away from discussing his struggles with addiction. In his works, he often delves into the complexities of addiction and the ways in which it can consume a person's life. One of the most common addictions that Burroughs has written about is smoking.

For many people, smoking is more than just a habit – it becomes a coping mechanism, a source of comfort in times of stress or anxiety. In Burroughs' case, smoking had become his favorite thing in the world to do. It provided him with instant comfort, no matter where or when. The act of lighting up a cigarette was a ritual that he found solace in, a moment of peace amidst the chaos of his life.