Able Quote by Florence King
“Now the only thing I miss about sex is the cigarette afterward. Next to the first one in the morning, it's the best one of all. It tasted so good that even if I had been frigid I would have pretended otherwise just to be able to smoke it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Cigarette and the Afterglow,” 1975
Sex and smoking are linked in a personal ritual that intensifies pleasure and memory.
In simple terms: Smoking enhances sexual afterglow for the writer.
Consider the health impacts of such habits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- intimate moments
- stress relief
- habit formation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives you to pair activities?
- Can you find healthier alternatives?
The habit may mask underlying dependencies.