The factors are environment, people and behavior. By referring to this theory, my peers convinced me of my smoking habit. I had the opportunity and support to start smoking. I was, and still am, accepted and had no negative reinforcement. Additionally, as a child and young adult, observational learning played a huge role in my personal acceptance of this habit. I was able to see where, how and by whom it was done, and then began to use tobacco as a coping tool..