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Originally Posted by Penelope_Grey
But being an alcoholic and being a smoker are two different things, a smoker is not nearly as bad as an alcoholic is in terms of inability to work and to function effectively, even under withdrawl a smoker can still function to a better extent than somebody under the influence.
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They say that addiction to ciggies is harder to kick than cocaine. And I've seen someone in nicotine withdrawl. It was spooky, and I can tell you he was not functional in the least. A more apt term would be anti-social bridging on violent.
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Originally Posted by gnirtS
Why should they get something other people dont? In other words, why should non smokers be forced to do MORE work for the same money than smokers?
Its not my fault they got addicted to it and if they want to attend anything related to it do it on their own time or without pay.
Just asking for equality, give them time off then give the people who WERENT dull enough to start smoking either the same time off or the equivalent salary.
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I would contend that it is a form of equality to allow them the opportunity to kick the habit. No it isn't your fault that someone became addicted. However its not so cut and dried to say that it is theirs either. People aren't all the same and often unfair things in life drive people to make poor decisions. Even ignoring that possibility, everyone deserves a chance at a better life.
I feel that it is the obligation of society to aid those in need if they are serious about changing their lives for the better. It isn't a matter of forcing non-smokers to work harder. Quitting an addiction is not like lying around waiting to heal. It is a painful and difficult process. Addictions are a serious social issue. By allowing those who wish to change the ability to retain what little balance they have in their lives while they try and solve their issues, it ultimately is better for the company, the person in question, and all of society in general. It offers them a way out of the deadly cycle of addiction.
Life isn't perfectly equal. What makes the world a better place is when we try to help each other out. We create our own equality. I see no problem with making small sacrifices for those that are serious about solving their issues.
I see nothing wrong with a little charity. In fact I think its quite positive.
