Smoking is much more than a mechanical gesture. It is a pause, a moment of re-centring, a ritual. But instead of going through it automatically or absent-mindedly, why not turn it into a rich, enjoyable and useful moment?
At Cendrier Club, we have gathered the best ideas for things to do while you smoke, whether it's a cigarette, a cigar or a shisha, to turn every break into a moment of pleasure, creativity or connection.
1. 📖 Read a Few Pages of a Good Book
A novel, a short story, a poem... Reading calms the mind and goes wonderfully with the slowness of a cigarette or a cigar. Choose short texts if you are in a hurry, or let yourself be swept up in a story during a longer break.
2. 🎧 Listen to a Podcast or Music
It's the ideal combo. Light your cigar and put in your earphones to listen to:
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a podcast about culture or current affairs,
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a jazz, blues or lo-fi playlist,
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or why not ambient sounds (rain, a wood fire...).
3. ✍️ Write Down Your Thoughts or Ideas
The moment when you smoke is often good for reflection. Keep a notebook within reach to write down:
4. ☕ Enjoy a Hot Drink or a Spirit
Match your smoke break with a drink that enhances the aromas:
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a strong coffee or an espresso,
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a smoked tea (lapsang souchong),
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a peaty whisky or an aged rum for cigars.
5. 📱Call Someone
Why not use this moment to call a loved one, a friend, or chat with a colleague? A light conversation or a sincere one can make the break more human and warm.
6. 🎨 Draw, Doodle, Create
Smoking can stimulate creativity. A simple notebook and a pen are enough to scribble, sketch, or even draw seriously. Let your hand speak while the smoke rises.
7. 🌳 Contemplate or Meditate
Watching the clouds, observing passers-by, meditating on your breath... These are perfect moments to slow down. Smoking mindfully is a form of meditation (as long as you avoid the smartphone...).
8. 📺 Watch a Short Video or a Cult Film
On the terrace or in the living room, take the chance to rewatch a scene from a film you love, a comedy clip or an inspiring interview. Ideal for clearing your head.
9. 🐶 Interact with Your Pet
If you have a cat or a dog (and you smoke outdoors, of course), share your moment with them. A stroke, a knowing look, and the break becomes even sweeter.
10. ✨Do Nothing at All (and That's Perfectly Fine)
Sometimes the best moment... is just smoking. No music, no phone, no book. Simply breathing, giving yourself a real break, savouring.
🛋️ And Why Not Set Up a Proper Smoking Corner?
To elevate your breaks, create a pleasant smoking corner with:
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a beautiful ashtray (designer, vintage or arty),
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an elegant lighter,
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a comfortable armchair,
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and a few objects that soothe you (candle, plant, blanket...).
Discover our collection of smoking accessories on CendrierClub.com and turn your breaks into rituals.
