Media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu has talked candidly about his 13-year struggle with smoking and how he finally gave it up by making a conscious effort.
In an interview with Banky W and Aproko Doctor on the MENtality podcast, Ebuka disclosed that he began smoking in junior secondary school.
He claims that during his time in college, when he smoked up to two packs of cigarettes every day, the habit got worse.
“But I started smoking in JSS 3, and I smoked for 13 years. In university, I was doing about two packs a day.”
Ebuka claimed that by making deliberate efforts to kick the habit, he was eventually able to give up smoking.
Speaking about his own struggle, Banky W disclosed that while attempting to quit being promiscuous, he became addicted to pornography. The singer claims that at first, he saw it as a means of avoiding relationships with several women before realizing that he had merely substituted one bad habit with another.
Ebuka concurred, stating that many people trade one addiction for another in an effort to get rid of the first.
Destructive behaviors are frequently associated with attempts to cope with suffering or emotional difficulties, according to Aproko Doctor.
It is truly commendable that Ebuka Obi-Uchendu was able to change his ways in the long run. His story serves as a powerful reminder to everyone that smoking is a dangerous habit that can have severe consequences on health and longevity.
For those still smoking, let this be an advice: smokers are liable to die young and face serious health issues. Making the decision to quit can save your life and lead to a healthier, longer future. Your health is your greatest asset—choose to protect it.
