In the initial interview he expressed his fears associated with any change. Smoking is a ritualistic activity. Most smokers are fearful of being able to handle some situations without a cigarette. Rituals are much stronger and are binding, as experienced by a person with an obsessive or compulsive personality. Cases have been reported where smoke cessation was successful but resulted in a severe depression on the part of the client.
Any suggestion is an intervention in a human system of equilibrium.
Previous responses, although unconstructive may have been established for specific reasons. Any intervention dealing with altering a habit, needs to take into account the effect of the change on the overall personality. Thus, smoking is not treated in isolation but as part of a compedium of other characteristics. Back to the drawing, there are some other indicators that would be helpful to you as a hypnotherapist. Note how small the windows and doors are in comparison to the overall structure of the house.