People seem less aware of what is happening around them. They may let a cigarette burn in an ashtray, forgetting to smoke it, or light a second one when they have not yet finished the first. They may have trouble lighting a cigarette at all. Often at this stage, people look glassy-eyed. They have trouble focusing and no longer use eye contact when speaking to others.
Some people look tired, and lose their train of thought.
Sometimes, their speech patterns change or they slur their speech. At 1 part alcohol to 1,000 parts blood, voluntary motor action is affected. Sometimes, hand and arm movement is distorted, walking shaky, and speech clumsy. Often people slump in their chairs, sway, or doze altogether. They may spill drinks, or have difficulty finding their mouth with the glass.