The summary of the CD “Nicotine”
At the beginning of the CD, Mr. Dezhakam reads a paragraph from the book “White Eagle” dated November 16, 1996. This information has two meanings: one pertains to life in the world, and the other relates to Congress, where individuals are given programs based on their circumstances. There is a question of why God created bad things, like Satan. God has endowed humans with a power called reason, which allows us to evaluate everything, determining what to use and what to avoid. Therefore, the existence of Satan is also necessary; if it weren't, God would not have created him.
Satan was created by God to test humanity, so his existence is necessary for progress and evolution. Everything in nature may have its advantages and disadvantages. Therefore, how humans use what exists in nature determines whether they descend to the lowest point or ascend to the highest. Everything must find its proper place. Tools have been created for human comfort, and it is up to humans to decide how to use them; some will be elevated to higher levels while others may fall to lower ones
Some issues are involuntary, like earthquakes and floods, while others are voluntary. The toll of smoking is significantly higher than that of all other disasters in the world, and it surpasses even that of opium. Initially, tobacco was used in pipes, and later it was transformed into cigarettes for easier access and convenience. Some individuals, in an effort to make themselves feel stronger, encourage others to engage in wrongful acts, claiming that smoking is not harmful and questioning why they are not allowed to smoke.
Time plays an important role in cure; just as nicotine enters the body gradually, it must also exit gradually. The body requires nicotine; otherwise, it can lead to deterioration. There are three methods to deliver nicotine to the body: first, nicotine gum; second, nicotine lozenges; and third, nicotine patches, which come in three-month and six-month options. Nicotine gum is the most effective, and to treat the addiction, we should transition from smoking nicotine to ingesting it. For individuals with dental issues, the gum should be placed in the corner of the lip under the tongue, allowing them to gradually release nicotine by pressing their tongue against it. Excessive gum consumption can lead to hiccups. When smoking is stopped, bacteria can thrive, so it’s important to use mouthwash and switch gums to address issues like sores or ulcers.
In the treatment of smoking and various drugs, there are no specific dietary regimens, and there is no designated time for chewing gum during smoking cessation since smoking itself is not bound by time. The most important aspect is awakening thought and clarity; one must respect others and refrain from smoking in public spaces. Individuals in Congress 60 should not smoke, and each branch has a designated area for smoking. For first-journey travelers, smoking is permitted for up to six months, but those who smoke as second-journey travelers do not have a place in Congress and are not considered beneficial. According to Mr. Mohandes, a person who smokes is addicted to cigarettes, their worldview has yet to be discovered, and the roots of their tree have not yet reached awareness.
Like all addictions, smoking is multifaceted. One aspect can be genetic, as seen in people who become addicted after trying it just once and find it impossible to quit. This issue also exists with narcotics and is related to the receptors in these individuals' bodies. Neurotransmitters not only play a role in the body but also influence moods, emotions, and even character traits. This is why we say that addiction to narcotics has a genetic, psychological, and sociological dimension, and smoking is similar in this respect. One aspect is actually related to the body’s neurotransmitters and the needs that humans have. Simply put, for our cells to produce energy, they need to consume nutrients and oxygen.
As Mr. Dezhakam has stated and the companions have read in their messages, nothing in this world has been created in vain, and our knowledge is but a drop in the ocean compared to what we do not know. However, it is clear that within our cells, there is a place known as the cellular powerhouse, where energy is produced and released. For this energy to be generated and released, an intermediary chemical is required, referred to in books as nicotinamide, meaning it has a nicotine base. Just as God has provided us with natural opioids, like endorphins, beta-endorphins, and enkephalins, to alleviate pain, live comfortably, and handle physical challenges, God has also provided us with nicotine in the form of nicotinamide to facilitate energy production in our bodies.
You may have heard that porters who carry loads for mountain climbers, or Afghans doing hard labor, use 'nas' to endure their tasks. Nas is essentially just tobacco mixed with a bit of lime, used to increase the nicotine intake so they can more easily and effectively extract energy from their cells. There are 4,700 different substances in cigarettes, but the only one we really know well is nicotine, which actually happens to be the best and most beneficial of them. Nicotine itself does not harm us; what harms us are the other substances in cigarettes, such as tar and so on.
Cigarettes contain a substance that causes blood clotting, and smokers generally have higher blood viscosity. This is because smoking reduces urine production, which increases their blood volume and raises their blood pressure. Smokers also tend to have foul-smelling breath, sensitive teeth that yellow quickly, and, importantly, research in recent years has shown that substances in cigarettes significantly affect bone density, leading to osteoporosis. This is especially pronounced in women, who are more sensitive in general and have three to four times the risk of osteoporosis compared to men, particularly after menopause. Just as smoking affects the fetus during pregnancy and breastfeeding, it also contributes to osteoporosis. Smoking leads to cancers of the mouth, lungs, and larynx, with one in five smokers likely to die from lung cancer. Cigarettes contain high levels of tar and carbon monoxide; nicotine itself is not harmful, but the way it is introduced to our body, if necessary, is what can be detrimental.
We need to determine whether our bodies lack nicotine or not. Like with addiction to substances, we shouldn’t eliminate our internal production by introducing more from external sources. Our bodies naturally produce neurotransmitters that allow us to live comfortably, but when we start using narcotics, we feel good for a while, only to gradually lose our body’s natural supply. Eventually, we reach a point where not only are we no longer happy, but if we don’t receive these substances from outside, we experience withdrawal and pain. Smoking works in much the same way.
Written by: Companion Leila
Translated by: Companion Yasgol
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