EAK1791 Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 So, the first time I ordered shisha online (about a month ago) my parents found out that I smoke hookah. (They still have access to my bank records, and I can't change that right now, because I'm below the minimum balance to have a standalone account.) I wasn't sure how they were going to react to it, and to my surprise, it went over without much of a problem. They've even brought it up a couple of times in conversation (although it was sarcastic).Anyway, I was thinking I should bring them to one of the local lounges near me, the next time I'm home from college. I'd probably turn them really off to it if we just smoked at home, because I still haven't got my packing or heat management down yet, and I still either have the smoke be way too harsh, or way to thin, or pretty tasteless. I'm assuming that those skills will come in time for me. (I'm sick of having not so great sessions.) But I was wondering what kind of success you guys have had with introducing the actual smoking of hookah with your parents, especially if you're around college age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phantastik Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 I was in the same situation, besides the whole banking tracking thing. One day I brought it up to my parents that I smoked, and immediately stressed the fact that it was not cigarettes, or nht, but in fact it was shisha (I was really surprised that my mother knew what it was beforehand, she gave me a lecture on how she'd make it for my grandmother back at the homeland.) They were Reallly against it, and they made sure I knew that they didn't like the idea. My dad even pushed for me to just smoke cigarettes! A few weeks process, and my public smoking sessions on the patio they realized that I'm older, and sides... 4/5 of my family smokes (well, 3/5 while one of my parents secretly smokes left-overs that's left in the tray every once in awhile.) About a year later, I can casually break out the hookah and set up, and when I smile, they smile back (or sometimes I'll just set up, and my parents will just ask if I'm going to smoke.)My advise to you, just be truthful. Parents appreciate it when things aren't hidden from them.If they disagree, I guess they've just got to accept it, for it is your life and the best they can do is guide you? (unless they threaten you...I can't help you there!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EAK1791 Posted October 7, 2009 Author Share Posted October 7, 2009 No worries on the truthful aspect of it all. Ever since they saw the bank statement, I've been 100% up front with them about it. Both my parents used to smoke, and my dad still smokes cigars (probably more often than I smoke hookah, but that's not that often.) My mom made a half assed attempt to get me to stop, but only because she feels like she needs to look out for me. I just kinda thought it would be cool to have something that I could do with them, seeing as we don't really have a whole ton of things in common. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phantastik Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 Ahh I see, maybe the first hand experience at a lounge thing could be a good thing.And think of it this way, if they like it... it'll be a new family thing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGHTS OF BAGHDAD Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 i never had that problem having my own home, but my little brother whos 23 goes to college still lives at home and my parents dont support it and dont like it wont let him smoke at home but they know they cant keep him from going t hookah lounges on the weekend...i mean every chance they get they tell him its bad for him..but what are they gona do weld a pieace of metal to his mouth to keep him from smoking..lol, your idea is good to take them to a hookah lounge..but make a night of it..maybe take them to dinner first and then surprise them with the lounge.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vickstephanie Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 One of the first times I set up a hookah at my house my mom wanted to smoke with us. And now she is obsessed with it. She keeps begging me "Buy more mint chocolate chiiiiiiipppppp that's my FAVORITE". I think I might order her a ton of Starbuzz Chocolate Mint just because she likes it so much lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evilsquirrel Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 My parents got me into it...so...eh....idk. hahaThey would much rather you be upfront about it than trying to hide it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
contristo Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 the first time I met my girlfriend's parents my girlfriend took us all to a hookah bar!she's a smart girl obviously... the most relaxing atmosphere possible for a very nervous situation! it went over well though and they liked my o's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arcane Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 i'm 28...my parents don't really say much anymore. well, they do, but they know i don't listen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDHarding Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 I think.. compared to cigarettes, hookah is a much fancier, prettier way to smoke. The pipes are often very nice looking, and the smell doesn't make you want to throw up. Just walking by someone smoking a cigarette is a horrible stench. Imagine a cigarette lounge.. nasty. They probably don't care as long as it's not NHT stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuie Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 QUOTE (Arcane @ Oct 7 2009, 12:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>i'm 28...my parents don't really say much anymore. well, they do, but they know i don't listen.+1000 28, married and a father... my parents ... don't factor into it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EAK1791 Posted October 7, 2009 Author Share Posted October 7, 2009 QUOTE (JDHarding @ Oct 7 2009, 03:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>I think.. compared to cigarettes, hookah is a much fancier, prettier way to smoke. The pipes are often very nice looking, and the smell doesn't make you want to throw up. Just walking by someone smoking a cigarette is a horrible stench. Imagine a cigarette lounge.. nasty. They probably don't care as long as it's not NHT stuff.Yeah. I think that's their reasoning for the most part. And my girlfriend smokes cigs every once in a while...I hate the smell, and everything about it really, but there's not much i can do about it. She doesn't do it habitually, at least... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGHTS OF BAGHDAD Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 QUOTE (Stuie @ Oct 7 2009, 03:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>QUOTE (Arcane @ Oct 7 2009, 12:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>i'm 28...my parents don't really say much anymore. well, they do, but they know i don't listen.+1000 28, married and a father... my parents ... don't factor into it.lol for some reason i always thought you where in your 40's man..but i dont say that has a insult cause honestly i think your one of the most respectful and knowledgeable members here and i just assumed by the way you carry yourself here and type you where a mature in age kind of guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RingsMaster Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 my parents were turned off at first but once we had a discussion they were more friendly about it, they dont like it but realize that it is my choice and leave me alone about it. my mother who used to be a heavy smoker will sometimes sit with me and join just be upfront and honest about it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDHarding Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 My mother would kill me if she found out. I'm 29, still living with her, and currently don't have enough cash to pay for my own place. I pay half the rent here, and pay for food, but don't have the means to get my own place. Unless I can find an apartment for $500 with electricity, water, and internet for free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dizzbizz Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 I'm a sophmore in college and my parents didn't freak out as much as I thought they would. I told them that I recently discovered hookah and let them know I was going to get one. We had a discussion of the science behind the hookah and everything like that. after I told them everything I knew they didn't mind. My mom even joined me a couple times but my stepdad just hates smoking period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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