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== The body's natural and unconscious reaction when inhaling smoke and dust of any kind is to cough, because the particles are an irritant and damaging to the sensitive and fragile tissues of the lungs, and the body tries to rid itself of the particles. This reaction is reduced over time as the sensitivity of the nerves is dulled. It can be possible to override the reaction consciously, especially if the first inhalation is slow and the smoke less concentrated. The body will attempt to protect the tissues in other ways, by building up the phlegm or mucus in the lungs as an attempt to form a barrier. This traps some of the particles which are then coughed up. The body cannot block all particles is this way, so some come into contact with the lungs. Absorbable chemicals then enter the bloodstream and the tissues. Chemicals such as nicotine pass into the bloodstream and react with the body's biochemistry, producing effects that vary depending on the dose. These range from stimulation and arousal to relaxation and pain-reduction.
== Some people say they love it the first time they try it, others find the smoke harsh at first and cough if they try to inhale it. Unfortunately, these symptoms go away with a bit of practice, and it becomes relaxing and pleasant. Smoking stimulates the release of dopamine, a brain chemical that's involved in pleasurable feelings like the ones you get from eating and sex. It creates a pleasant euphoric glow and a sense of satisfaction and relaxation, but unlike alcohol or marijuana doesn't interfere with your capacity to work. In fact, it can make you more focused and help with boredom. It can also make you more outgoing and sociable. And while it's a stimulant, depending on how you smoke, it can either make you feel like you have more energy or mellow you out. I can't think of any other drug that does that. In general, men say they smoke to take the edge off, and women say they do it for pleasure. On the down side, smoking sometimes makes you feel tired, and it's really unpleasant to smoke when you have a cold or the flu. Also, if you get addicted, you feel bad if you're in a situation where you can't have a cigarette, like being on an airplane. The symptoms of that are the opposite of the good feelings you get when you smoke. While I realize that most people will try smoking at some point in their lives, it can be very hard to stop, and even when the withdrawal is over there will be times when you miss it. It goes without saying that the best thing for your health is never to smoke at all!
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Viviwell, its different for everyone, but some says it makes them feel light headed, or happy, or like they want to run all over the place, or they need to get up and do something active. but it also depends on how much you smoke, and if your asking this question it would probably be your first. but dont smoke a whole lot for your first time either, that can cause you to green out (feel sick, possibly puke) but also depending if you take any prescription medication, it can make you trip out. so be careful if you do prescription meds cause it could be a very dangerous mix. but in conclusion, the feeling of marijuana is different for everyone depending on the person you are. (: have fun, stay safe and dont green out :D
I've never gotten high off smoking cigarettes. Honestly, I wouldn't recommend it. I smoke every once in a while (primarily when I'm drunk and my friends offer it). All it makes me do is cough a lot and makes all my stuff smell bad. I would recommend dipping instead (if you want to get "high"). There's a lot more nicotine from dip, no real short term side effects if you're smart about it, and you get really really "high" when you start doing it. You feel nice and dizzy and a little amped up. Just make sure you wash out your mouth after doing it and brush your teeth right afterwards.
If you define 'high' as feeling a bit lightheaded, yes, nicotine can do that to you.
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