u/ComfortableLemon250

Am I unjustified in being irritated when I see people smoking (or vaping) on campus? Like not on the boundaries like on Royal Parade but like near old arts and on the hill in front of the Baillieu (where there is literally a no smoking sign).

I understand smokers and vapers’ perspectives that it helps relieve tension and stress, and there’s plenty of that at uni. But if it’s a smoke and vape free campus, then you can’t do that. I actually don’t want to inhale cigarette smoke or vapour when going between classes.

Is it just me? I feel emotionally unsafe to ask questions in some philosophy tutes (and lectures) - like when I ask a question (and I definitely ask questions when I need clarification), I feel humiliated and shame. In this class, I'm not doing as well as I usually do and I can accept that. Maybe I also feel like there's a lot intellectual/academic male energy in the room and my perception is that I'm being judged for not asking big-brained questions.

I'm fine to keep feeling stupid, like I can regulate my emotions and keep going. It does just really knock the wind from me.