A Closet Smoker Confesses Why She Smokes Commonwealth Club - The Commonwealth Club of California Why is it so hard for some people to quit smoking? This conversation will give us a glimpse into the life of a smoker who has tried to "kick the habit" with little success.The real revelation is that smoking is not simply a "bad habit"; repeated tobacco use is a dangerous addiction more powerful than heroin.We will examine the complexities and motivations of smoking cessation and tobacco addiction to tackle the big question-why should we collectively pick up the bill for smoking cessation treatment? - The Commonwealth Club of California