I QUIT Caffeine and It CHANGED My Life... Here's How!
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- Опубліковано 16 лют 2023
- I decided to quit caffeine and see what happens. I wanted to see if my coffee addiction made my life better or worse, so without much thought, I stopped and wanted to see if the symptoms were as as bad as I feared.
For the first week the headaches were brutal. But then, well, I felt great! And in this video I am going to explain why I felt so much better and how you can feel better too with a simple change to your thought pattern.
Just a warning though which I didn't include in the video... it can be quite uncomfortable coming off caffeine. I got massive headaches for around 7-9 days as I did it cold turkey. IF you decide to try it for yourself I highly suggest weening off it slowly. - Розваги
I have drank coffee for the last 16 years and I’ve been off coffee now for 5 weeks….I feel more alive now than I ever have. Yes, the first couple days sucked..now however…I feel great. Totally worth it.
Man that's awesome. Thanks for sharing! 👊
Heck yah
Love hearing this! It gives me motivation to quit too.
Thank you! I’ve just quit. 5 years of being alcohol and drug free and now conquering caffeine. Love your video.
Wow good for you! It's funny how when you're the trap of addiction, the idea of life without those things seems SO much worse. You're like "aww but I don't want to give up having fun!". But then when you do and you start to appreciate true contentment and peace, and energy, and clear thinking and ALL the benefits that come from being out of the trap, you feel bad for that person who's stuck inside telling themselves that.
I quit caffeine, cigarettes and valium pills cold turkey 2 days ago, thanks be to God.
Wow that's a lot my man. Good for you... hopefully you have some fun things to do / eat / drink to keep your mind busy for the next little bit while your body detoxes. I'm sure you'll fell amazing in no time!
@@TheSAHDLife The anxiety, depression and fatigue is shrinking. As i awake at the dawn the afternoon crash is gone. Thanks for the encouragement. Brilliant video you made thanks for sharing. God's grace and blessings be upon you and your family. Blessings from Ireland.
@@jamesmcallister9645 really appreciate the positivity and kind words. You made my day.
@@TheSAHDLife Right back at you brother for I was looking for encouragement, that's why i checked out your video on quitting caffeine and it ain't no coincidence your video popped up on the screen, im a born again christain, prayer and fasting, reading the bible is of vital importance. All praise and Glory to God in the name of Jesus Christ.
( By the way, we all have various addictions we struggle with, through Gods grace i became born again 28 years ago, it took until 5 years ago after I found my eldest sister dead in her apartment from drinking numerous litre bottles of raw vodka to stop my drinking and cocaine addictions. We sometimes give up on God but he never leaves you nor forsakes you. )
It's usually coffee + SUGAR addiction combined. I left coffee because it gave my high anxiety levels. Now I am so relaxed and I love it.
Good for you! I always forget a lot of people take sugar with their coffee... I just add cream to mine, but you are right, a lot of people have the one-two punch of caffeine and sugar. Oof, that's even trickier to overcome. Worth it though as you are experiencing!
This is the best video on quitting caffeine I’ve seen on UA-cam and I have seen them all (multiple times) in my attempt to quit coffee. I successfully quit alcohol 809 days ago but caffeine I find is much harder for me. Thanks for the hope and inspiration!
Really appreciate your comment, thanks for taking the time to write it!
My wife and I are still both off it and feel great. I've found some awesome decaf beans as we still enjoy coffee.
We still struggle more with alcohol but since quitting for that 30 days video (and with what we learned from the book) we consume WAY less and overall I would say are happier. I'm so glad I have learned the ability to shift my mind off of alcohol because before when I thought of a drink, that thought was a ball and I was a dog. I couldn't get my mind off it!
Sounds like you are really working on yourself. Have you read any good books or anything to help you in the last couple years?
@@TheSAHDLife Thank you for responding back! I have nice Fair Trade Organic bag of decaf espresso I purchased online from Higher Grounds in Traverse City, Michigan. It's pretty good, but I'm still mixing it with my Dunkin espresso shots.. doh! What are the decaf beans you and your wife have been drinking? I'd love to try out different kinds to find the right fit.
I'm happy to hear that you both consume way less. That's a wonderful first step in the process of recovery. BIG KUDOS!!!
I think I didn't struggle with alcohol as much because I was typically only having 1-2 glasses of wine each night. I started noticing during the height of the pandemic I was drinking my wine faster than normal and reaching for a bit more each time. I thought to myself "this could become a slippery slope really quick", so I decided to cut it off. I had been trying before the pandemic, but not trying very hard.
I love Eckhart Tolle "The Power of Now". I also listened to many podcasts about quitting alcohol. There seems to be a LOT more sober podcasts now than when I was originally searching for them a couple years ago, so I think that's a good sign that more people are trying to quit or at least curious about it. Best of luck on your journey to sober!!
@@nessiequin I used to smoke way back in the day and I was the same. I'd only smoke like 1-2 a today, maybe more if I was drinking, so I never really thought of myself as a smoker. My wife who smoked more than me always tried to quit, but when we eventually decided to quit together, I think it was harder for ME than her! Ew. I can't believe we did that for so long.
For coffee we have a brand here called "Kicking Horse", it often goes on sale at the grocery stores and tastes pretty good. We also found a Hazelnut decaf bean at our local big grocery store and we will often mix the two and it's nice.
I am also a big fan of Eckhart Tolle. That book actually helped start me on the path I am currently on! I also made a video on another favorite book of mine recently 'The Untethered Soul' by Michael Singer. He has become my main dude for when I need to get back on the peace train lol.
Sounds like we're going down similar paths.👊 Appreciate your sharing!
@@TheSAHDLife It's funny how that happens! Glad you guys are both off smoking.. awful awful stuff. I feel lucky that my body rejected whenever I tried them in the past cigarettes, thankfully.
Thanks for the decaf brand info, I'll check it out!
Yes! Thank you for reminding me.. I started reading Untethered Soul as well but had to return it to the library before I could finish. I'm going to check it out again and take a look at your video about it as well.
Our paths do sound very similar and I think we are doing an epic job trying to better ourselves. Best of luck to you with everything, brother! I'll keep watching for more of your videos. 👀
How is it going?
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my UA-cam channel 6 months ago about self development. Now I have 379 subs and > 100 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I couldn’t have learned without getting started in the 1st place.
Oh man, what an awesome message to read! Yeah buddy 👊!!!
And I know it's hard not to but never want to compare yourself to others. Sure there are those crazy people that obtain success with their channels right away but I guarantee you there's a LOT more that never even get to 379. "Comparison is the thief of joy"
Haha, I know I'm getting old because I remember and use quotes like that!
Keep learning and have fun.
@@TheSAHDLife Thanks so much!
I realized that the main reason for doing this is not about the success but the inspiration I've been providing some people with my stories while helping others do the same as I shared the lessons & experiences through making videos to have a sense of meaningful purpose. Therefore, I’m planning to quit nursing to pursue youtube full time as there are lots of issues in our traditional health systems as these don’t align with my values. It’s a huge learning curve but I love helping people through making videos.
Also, as part of my video creation progress, I’m switching to a better editing software and a camera so the learning curve is much higher and slows down the completion speed of my next videos so please hang on tight! I do appreciate your support and kind words! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)
@@nathananderson8720 Awesome. Keep that train rolling!
Just wanted to touch on you saying you would quit nursing to pursue UA-cam...I'm not saying that's a bad idea but get a few months of monetization in before you make any drastic changes. I'm just saying! It's amazing to have a goal and to really go after it. Just make sure you have a plan and you know exactly how much money you will make etc..
What kind of companies will put ads on your videos, how much will they pay etc... you need to know that stuff.
Also, in case you haven't checked out my other channel... I talk about the best camera gear and editing software for making UA-cam videos. Check it out here: www.youtube.com/@thesahdstudio
@@TheSAHDLife
With >300k save up, I’m not too worried about finance. Thanks for the feedback!
Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say based on what you said that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my UA-cam channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a UA-camr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this UA-cam thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)
A difficult job is made worse with a stressor like caffeine
It's like alcohol in that I think a lot of people BELIEVE it helps them when in reality it's just poisoning them and making them much worse.
Not really. Unless your job is to remain calm, then no.
Also, it’s not a stressor or a stimulant. It’s actually an adenosine receptor antagonist. Acts as an inhibitor is some cases and although has negative effects in relatively healthy people, caffeine may have positive effects as brain function modification or correction.
mate its a stressor, increase heart rate, breathing, realeases stress hormones, this is all well known mate.. ive tried everything with or with caffeine, coffee tastes nice but everything is better with it, experiement mate, its a bloody drug ..affects your consciousness too, i could go one and on@@fernandob2275
@@fernandob2275okay?
Do you have a degree in bullsht?
Coffee kinda ruined my life. Daily constant stress! And avoiding vacations and family events and many fun things. Drinking a cup and doing nothing all day due to the confusion afterward. I had a two week vacation where I couldn’t leave my house for vacation and just drank a cup at coffee shops and did nothing hit walk around outside and then crash at home. Makes it easier to do one or two things but then overall I am mentally tired all day because coffee makes my sleep bad so I don’t get enough rest.
Great message. This will forever change my life. Thanks my friend.
So glad you found the video 👊 I have never looked back myself and feel great about it!
Thanks for talking about the marketing aspect of it all. We don't think about it a lot yet it absolutely affects so much of our behavior.
Thanks for watching! And right? It's a giant industry that wants us to keep consuming it. Some very clever people have reminded us that it's the best way to start the day and now we believe it.
Absolutely! 👍
I love your optimistic approach to the topic. This was such a great video, keep it up!
Thanks for saying that, I really appreciate it 👊
After many years battling caff addiction. It’s so clear that the SHORT rise is never worth the long fall. At best I get 30 mins of energy then the rest of the day I’m dragging ass. Not worth it!
Right? I totally agree. Do you think part of the addiction is from marketing and people re-enforcing the idea that you will be more productive and that it's a good way to start your day? Or do you think it was purely physically dependent?
FYI - I quit cold turkey which resulted in just over a week of headaches... if you decide to trying life without caffeine I'd suggest weening off slowly by adding more and more decaf into your blend until you eventually switch over completely.
Also, I didn't go deep into coffee alternatives as I know some people just want the warmth. For that there's always decaf, teas, broths, etc... or you could just have fresh juices, smoothies, or water instead.
Thanks for watching.
Hey do you have an Instagram? Also quitting improves anxiety and depression big time !!!!
@@iamthefiremanjj Day 4 for me, headache every day and experiencing "REM rebound" - the most vivid, lucid dreams I've had for years every night.
Decaf also contains caffeine. So if you're quitting for good you need to avoid most teas and decaf coffees as well
I also quit cold turkey four weeks ago. I didn’t get any headaches but I also haven’t noticed any positive effects besides not having to pee as often.
@@boreopithecus No eh? I think the psychological effect of not needing something to be happy or get energy is stronger for some than others. At the very least it was a test and now you know. I guess now that you've gone without the question is, why do it at all then? Unless you do get some perks from it.
Thank you for a qualitative content!! You've made my day!!😊
Really appreciate the comment. You've made MY day!
Very nice reasoning, pretty similar to Allen Carr's about about quitting smoking. Always chasing the state, where we have been by default before getting addicted. Thanks a lot for sharing, it truly applies for all addictions! cheers
Yes! Allen Carr's work has helped both my wife and I with smoking and drinking. I definitely try to apply this logic to everything (snacking, drinking etc). The timing of it for me pairs with my awareness journey... I've been consumed with thought for, well, my whole life! It's been incredibly addicting for me, so between Allen's work and with what else I've been learning I've finally been able to put a leash on some of those pesky behavior's to realize them for what they actually are.
Thanks for watchin and the comment. I always love talking about this stuff.
This video overall and your particular comment about "chasing the state, where we have been by default before getting addicted" was very insightful for me and gave a food for thought to consider my small hidden addictions made by successful marketing campaigns, and also my future choices.. 🙏👍 Thanks!
@mp4085 so glad that resonated with you. I can't remember exactly where I picked that up along the way but it resonated with me too.
Thank you for your video!!
Please let me share my story. I also recently started quitting caffeine and it is lasting for two weeks majorly at the aim of improving my mental wellness.
I greatly noticed that my anxiety-related symptoms seemed to get fading off. One thing I particularly noticed was I could overcome some kind of hypochondriac symptons that I had constantly when I was addicted in caffeine. I never thought that hypochondriac episode was connected with large amount of caffeine intake. I regretted how long I bullied myself just for instant sense of joy I could get through a cup of coffee or a can of Monster(I started drinking coffee from JHS student so It lasted for 7years!). Now I feel happier and want to keep quitting caffeine in the future!
That is so interesting. And that's great you discovered that about yourself... so many people don't connect the dots. Good for you! Thanks for sharing 👊
Coffee free for 6 weeks the mind clarity is insane and believe it or not I live in a hot climate I sweat less now approx 50% less! love it.
Wow, that's an interesting X factor I would never have considered. Good for you. Love hearing positive results like this! 👊
I can honestly say in the last 12 years of my caffeine addiction ive had more cons than pros with it. Time to quit this drug for good.
Nice! Good for you. Do you mind sharing some of the cons with us? Sometimes comments like yours really help others.
@@TheSAHDLife where do I start? Lol. Im always nervous, Anxious, jittery after some caffeine. I can't think straight because my mind is going a million miles per hour and I'm just bouncing off the walls. I got so addicted that low dosages did not do anything to me anymore so I would take more and it felt like my heart was about to come out my chest. I also would also get physically tired all day after the first hour of energy but my mind and heart are still rushing. I think if I was a bit older in my addiction I would of died. The body can take so much.
@@Julian-hy7tn Hehe, ok... you need to taper off. Go slow... don't go crazy. If you drink 3 coffees a day, drink 2.5... then after a couple days, drink 2... and gradually lower it until you are off. Meanwhile, do other things that give you energy and make your body ACTUALLY feel better.... maybe smoothies, maybe try some teas (there are some surprisingly good ones that you will look forward to). Have other things that spark joy and get you excited. I still drink decaf to this day and don't miss caffeine a single bit. I don't even think about it. It has it's hooks in you but you will get out and be for the better in no time! You got this my friend 👊
@@TheSAHDLife thank you I'll give you a update I'm slowly going down on the amount of caffeine I consume I'll be back at the end of the year lol
Such a great video! Thank you!!
Thanks for watching! Still been off the caf and feeling great! Although we are moving soon so on moving day I think I might have to do a full caf day lol
Been coffee free for weeks now and the major benefit I see is the mental clarity. Also for those who just love the taste of coffee but don’t want caffeine, look into chicory root powder. It’s an alternative to coffee. 100 percent no caffeine. Hope that helps
Great suggestion thanks for sharing! And good for you... mental clarity is a HUGE benefit. It's amazing how a lot of us do things that make us feel miserable.... yet it's just part of the routine you know? I'm trying to shake all of that.
Great argument and presentation - thank you
Glad you found the video, thanks for watching!
Well said man. You are underrated!
Thanks my man, really appreciate it 👊
Thank you for this video!
Thanks for the comment. I appreciate it 👊
What detail. Loved it.
Really appreciate the comment. Thank you 👊
Thank you for sharing. On my 24th day, feeling lousy and depressed 😢
What has been the hardest part for you? And did you just quit cold turkey? You know, the reason I am doing all this is to get back to our original state which is unbridled joy... I truly believe that. I've been doing a lot of work on my mind and working to enjoying the present lately... and I think once we shed the shackles of our addictions, it makes us see everything else with curiosity and wonder. I feel like we use caffeine to give us laser focus on a task at hand, but then if we remove the task we're just walking around with laser vision, not seeing all the other beautiful things around. I hope you get through the tunnel because the other side is super beautiful!
Plus you gotta do some things that bring you joy too. Are you?!
@@TheSAHDLife yes, I quit cold turkey. The hardest part is the brain flog and depression, which affect my mood and motivation to do things. You are right that we need to push this addiction away to again back our original state. I remember that during freshmen in college my memory was very sharp, I could remember the lectures from class.
Once I have introduced coffee since, of more than 20 years plus, and with introduction with alcohol during corporate job, my memory and energy went with it.
This is my 3rd and last time to quit. I am looking forward to the life without substance dependency.
Wishing you all the best with your journey as well. ❤️
@@ravuthsim Thanks for sharing. And I too have been suffering from brain fog and depression for, almost 20 years? I think the brain fog has a bit to do with getting older but also with our current outlook on life.
When things are good and energy is high I am much more creative and energetic. Working out early, having a shower (with cold blasts), eating well, meditating, doing things that bring joy, those things lift me out of the brain fog.
It sounds like you are on a good path right now so keep it up. Are you reading any good books or learning anything to help you out?
@@TheSAHDLife For me, trying to keep my self busy, playing outside with the kids, and yes I am reading a few books in between.
If you're still feeling groggy and depressed take a look at your diet as well. Main culprits are dairy, wheat, processed sugar, processed foods. It can have a massive impact. Best wishes
Great video!
Thanks for saying! Really appreciate it 👊
Very well said. Probably good advice for everybody.
Thanks for the comment, I appreciate it 👊
It's the feeling of being deprived , the loss of control and having that control back in of itself relieves tension , even before using whatever it is you crave , anticipation is a hell of a drug.
Exactly! 👊
I follow the Brahmacharya path (500+ days now), I recently quit cannabis and coffee. I feel fantastic.
Amazing! How did you get started on that path? Are you part of a local community? I moved to a mid-sized/smaller town and wonder if there are others with interest in the area. Seems hard to get started.
I’ve been caffeine free for 6 months now. I had to cold turkey it because even small amounts started giving me heart palpitations. This was after 10 years of drinking coffee/tea/energy drinks every single day, so it was a rough transition. The first few weeks sucked but it’s worth it. Caffeine free sodas and herbal teas really help on days when i really want coffee since they satisfy the fun drink desire.
That's interesting... my wife gets the heart palps too and they don't seem fun. Though I think she gets it more with alcohol. Either way, that's great you were able to identify the problem and took steps to feel better. It's amazing how many people just DON'T want to make changes to the things they like in life even if it might be hurting them.
I just subscribed thanks for this video.....as so true what you saying😊
Yay, glad to have you... welcome to the channel! Still feeling awesome about this change in my life.
Your videos are great!
Thanks man 👊 really appreciate it!
You just starting a channel out yourself!?
@@TheSAHDLife yessir
I'm 8 years sober and I'm going to quit coffee next year. Thanks for the video.
Wow good for you. I'm the other way around. Was it hard for you to quit booze? Did you join a program or read any books or anything to help?
I quit porn and caffeine at the same time, great results after only 3/4 weeks , what a life
That's a big change. Which one has been more difficult? And what about life is different now if you don't mind my asking?
@@TheSAHDLife by FAR porn. Honestly quitting that gave me the mental security that I could quit anything else.
I owe a lot to the easy peasy method, knowledge is power as cliche as that is, I understood it was an enemy , then I understood my enemy, and it made quitting exponentially more easy.
I think it’s still early days as neurologically I still have some recovery to go with the porn but so far it’s less shame, so eyes and head up more, more sociable, more confident, definitely more driven and more energy!
Thanks for asking my friend, I did think for a second might be a tad inappropriate posting about porn but it’s important we break that stigma and add it to the list of life damaging DRUGS.
@@TheSAHDLife ah and with the caffeine way less stress and anxiety, it’s still there but I do have adhd and ocd, but I can move with it much more easily
I appreciate your honest and openness talking about it. It's one of those things most guys use regularly without even thinking about it not realizing the negative effects. Really appreciate you sharing. And that's rad to hear you are on your way to feeling awesome and crushing life! Alcohol is still my main battle but day by day. @@LucaMuntz
You are an awesome human ❤
Awww you made my day. Thanks friend 👊
Thankyou . Great video, great advice. I gave up caffeine for a month once and felt absolutely great. I had brilliant mental clarity , but then life got in the way and I started drinking coffee again , and the cycle continues !!😂
Thanks for watching! I go through the same cycle as you with alcohol. Funny that caffeine is not as addictive for me, although, I still crave coffee in the mornings. I guess it's odd that I can drink decaf coffee and that scratches my coffee itch, but I can't drink alccohol-free drinks when I'm craving booze. I wish I did. I'm guessing decaf doesn't do it for you, or have you tried?
@@TheSAHDLife, please share your experience about decaf coffee.. Did it help you? Is it worth it to buy and try?
@mp4085 absolutely! We have found some great blends. I get what seems like the exact same effect. And if I miss it I don't get a headache or feel bad at all! Highly recommend if you enjoy the flavor of coffee.
Fyi I usually just drink mine with whipping cream #teamfat! Lol
@@TheSAHDLife, yes, I do enjoy coffee.. that's why it is very hard for me to amagine the situation of avoiding this product and taste for 100%. I guess decaf coffee can be an acceptable option in this situation.. Thanks for advice.. ;)
Tough to get off caffeine. I quit alcohol and nicotine cold turkey 44 years ago.
Coffee is a challenge but I’ll try again.
Yeah it's crazy how it's so different for everyone. Alcohol is that hardest for me to give up... it's an ongoing battle. Coffee is easy compared to that. But I get it. I still have decaf during the week. I look forward to the warmth and still get to enjoy coffee without needing to warp my life around to have it every morning.
Great video - absolutely love your videos; they really get me thinking! I love coffee, but still on the road to giving up alcohol so one step at a time! Another area for me is consumerism, I’m always thinking about the next project, next camera, lens, gaming console. etc… I sell to fund this stuff, so it’s a constant cycle. I love the research, love the delivery and unboxing but once it comes - I’ve moved on to the next thing already! I think I must have a personality type which easily falls into habit / addiction.
Wow, I could have written this message! I know the exact feeling and am guilty of all of that as well. I just bought my dream lens (24mm f1.4 G-Master) and already I'm shopping for drones... etc. Funny how our brains work eh? To be fair we listed our house (just officially sold last night!) so times have been a bit stressful. Perhaps I've been using consumerism to pass the time.
Thank you for your kind words. Comments like yours make the effort worth it. I know a lot of the topics I talk about people might not be into at this moment, but they're things I'm passionate about so I want to capture it. And hopefully the videos plant seeds that will grow into thoughts or ideas that help people later on in their journey.
I really appreciate your support and the time you took to comment. 👊
Thank you sir!!
Seems like you are on a similar path to me my friend! lol Thanks for watching!
Amen - I sweat at the thought of “no more coffee. Ever!” And I identified as a coffee drinker.
Do you think it's the taste, caffeine, or both that you are addicted to most? I still have coffee in my life but can go days not having it without much thought... but the booze is the one if I think about a future without it I still sweat. But tomato tomato.
I have cut out caffeine completely and also cut down on added sugars… I don’t remember ever feeling so good. Mentally crisp and my energy and mental state is consistent through the day.. AND my sleep has improved dramatically! No longer wake up feeling groggy, hanging for that hit of caffeine..
And I was only having 1 or 2 coffees a day..
Amazing! It's inspiring to read comments like yours. Sometimes I often feel like I'm doing all this stuff alone, testing it out, trying to feel better (my wife isn't interested in this stuff). I'm amazed at how many people are just content feeling like crap... good for you for experimenting with your health, trying to feel better 👊
I understand, I have drunk coffee for a long time, on average just 2 cups a day, sometimes only one, or 3, and sometimes being off it for a bit, but always, it seems to call me back. I am sensitive to coffee, but most of all, I don't like the feeling of it's controlling me. I know we have to do it for ourselves and find out for ourselves eventually. Good to know that others experience the same feelings around needing coffee. It must be a drug. Thanks for the upbeat video too SAHD life for this video.
Very good video, because it's true, and a lot of people can relate ✌️
Thank you for the comment, I really appreciate it 👊 still caffeine free to this day!
This was the best no-caffeine video I ever watched!
Aw thanks. You made my day 👊
Great video. 👍🏻🙏🏻
Thanks for watching and the comment, really appreciate it 👊
I quit caffeine 5 days ago after drinking it for 35 years and I feel so much better already.
Good for you. Whether you stay quit or not I think it's important to test ourselves so we can really see if they bring value to our lives or are just something we just do because we are addicted. Thanks or the share 👊
I really go with your opinion! It sounds also a little bit like the opinion of buddhism about psychoactive substances.
Thanks for saying! 👊
Whenever I read and learn from people with a lot of the Eastern Philosophies (Buddhist / Hinduism etc) it really resonates with me. Adapting that information and applying it in the world we live in today helps me feel more connected to what I'm doing (and with what I'm consuming). It's hard to bridge the two!
Have you read any good books or anything lately? I made a video on one of my Favs recently (The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer). Love that book.
The best part about quitting coffee is driving past the line-up at Timmy's and Starbuck in the morning and laughing at the drug addicts. That being said, I relapsed and added two energy drinks on the days that I'm filming.
Haha right? I bought a Redbull the other day out of nostalgia... I love the taste. I could see using caffeine as a tool now and then for sure!
I laugh at anyone that pays the money for it.
Great video! I’m amazed how much better I feel switching from 3-4 cups a day, before noon. To one cup in the morning! Slowly making the switch to half calf. I don’t suggest going cold turkey!
Thanks for watching 👊 you know, I'm not sure if it's just the placebo effect... but even having that morning decaf still perks me up. I'm like Pavlov's dog over here. Even though my brain knows I'm not getting caffeine, the smell of coffee in the morning still has a powerful effect. I guess the best part for me has still just been untethering myself to another thing I always dragged with me. I've got enough things to worry about ...having to always get my caffeine fix so I don't die, I don't need that right now!
Omg I can relate to this video and the whole way through im thinking what do you do to break this habit. I gotta stop caffeine due to LPR but I'm not coping im looking for alternatives and have a constant craving for caffeine still but I won't have it because of my throat discomfort... I dont know what to drink in it's place that gives me relief from the craving... was funny seeing u skip up the hallway lol
Thanks for watching 👊 Yeah it's tough to find good alternatives. We buy the Kombucha from Costco as well as I have a solid tea collection. I often have a protein drink in the morning instead as there is good data on that for muscle gain/weight loss since a lot of us don't get sufficient protein. Have you tried decaf? There's some tasty ones AND it does a good job tricking your brain there's caffeine in it.
When you quit it’s like you get a high from quitting or you get a new brain once you give it up everything feels better and I’m more motivated and capable of taking on any tasks.
Right? My productivity definitely ramped up once I quit. It's become more of a consistent energy that I can use throughout the day. Whereas before ,I was a slave to energy only after coffee.
Im a SAHD and caffeine is making it worse 😂! I fail miserably to quit but this video give me the motivation to do it! Tomorrow no more caffeine 🙏🙌
Fellow SAHD 👊 Thanks for the great message, you made my day! Yeah the feeling you get once you shed it will be awesome, and the self-satisfaction from overcoming an addiction releases endorphins that are second to none! Your body will love you and keeping our bodies in good shape while our kids get older is just some important! Good for you brother!
@@TheSAHDLife i know that is worth it i have all information but still its been yeara that i want to quit! But i have too if i need especially a good sleep at night 😂😅 we got this a cheers to us sahd for taking tha hard road!
Try quitting when your routine changes. It is really hard breaking daily habits!!
Thumbs up for getting mad at the wall for being in the way. Frick that wall! 😂
Haha nice little catch! lol, fricken wall.
Nice Video !
Thanks! Really appreciate it 👊
Clever marketing is a good point.
Right? So many things in our lives we think make our lives better, but maybe it's just carefully crafted sales campaigns that have infected all our lives. Hey, I bought my wife a diamond ring when I was young. The marketing worked on me!!
I like coffee, but I can't drink it, never could. It just makes me sick after a few days. So I tried decaf - but actually it felt like there was plenty of caffeine in the decaf. I slept just as bad with decaf as with regular. Best is to just forget about it altogether. I can't imagine what it must be like to be addicted - It will likely lead to a nervous breakdown at some point. I'm glad this is not my problem!
I'm with you. I enjoy it but it isn't worth the feeling over time. I still have it a few times a month when we have family staying over because they would almost literally die if they didn't get it...
I’ve always felt the same. Coffee and tea make me feel almost sick. I physically can’t consume it multiple days in a row.
Hi, I am in my attempt to quit caffeine for good for the bazillion time, I have quit alcohol for a month or so (not heavy drinker but "weekends drinker"), I am trying to quit caffeine as I have poor sleeping, poor energy, acid reflux, IBS, and gastritis. Your video explains what I think about these drugs do to us, they give us a shot of good feeling but that is short lived and then a long term misery.
Thanks for the message. I am definitely on the path still although there are some bumps along the way. How are you feeling this go round and why do you suppose you keep going back to caffeine? Just curious. Do you found alcohol more difficult to quit or caffeine? The booze is a tricky one for me that I've been struggling with again lately since we just moved and have been working hard doing renos... I have just programmed myself to want beer after doing hard work. It's crazy.
Messages like your a great reminder for me. Thx again 👊
@@TheSAHDLife thanks for replying, sorry for the grammar, English is not my mother tongue, I find the coffee more difficult to quit, I am not saying alcohol wasn't an issue, just like you I have the feeling of missing out for not drinking on social situations, on weekends on whenever I'm stressed or even as a reward when something goes great. I am getting used to it and I'm motivated to keep going sober. Coffee is also a part of the daily routine, also I have coffee with diet Coke, so I am hooked to it, today I am at my 3rd day cold turkey without caffeine and I feel drownzy, heart palpitations, difficult to concentrate, I had a poor sleep last night and some headache on and off these days. Also my wife is a heavy coffee/diet coke drinker so that makes it more difficult for me and no chance to make her quit as she doesn't have any symptoms, I guess I am sensible to caffeine and she has a greater tolerance.
@@chessdavis2548 Ugh I hate poor sleeps. Do you take any magnesium or melatonin at night to help sleep? I take those two, and sometimes some salt if my legs are going crazy...
Our bodies go pretty crazy when they are cleansing themself out. My wife is the opposite... she has had headaches for YEARS (went to clinics trying to find out why) and finally she went off caffeine and boom, no more headaches. It's funny how she thought the opposite.
Good for you for working on yourself. It's hard, especially when your partner isn't joining, but you know it's for the greater good. Life will be better after and you can still drink coffee. Just decaf! lol
@@TheSAHDLife I currently don't take anything to help sleeping, I am trying to recover my circadian rhythm incorporating some workouts and stickying to a schedule, my wife also suffers of headaches and I have pointed out the caffeine as the cause but she disagrees, we have to go day by day and try to enjoy the journey no matter the bumps on it.
I have been of all caffeine for a year, including decaf and tea. Exercise in the morning helps tremendously, i can highly recommend it.
You're not wrong there! Ugh but it's 'so hard lol. It's good when you're doing it but when you don't do it for awhile, it's hard to get back to it.
@@TheSAHDLife It was missing my coffee so much and could not get my energy back. This went on for 4-5 months. Then I did some slow runs in there morning with low pulse and everything changed. Slow, so I could do it 4-5 times a week without getting sore.
A year after, I do not need it anymore, but I have found that I really enjoy starting there morning this way.
For me it was much much harder writing coffee then alcohol 🤔😀
I've quit and returned a couple times and the previous time I quit, I had no headaches so I figured 'I'm not addicted, may as well start again.' You are right about marketing, and peer pressure, neither of which I subscribe to. This time I quite (2 month) to improve the quality of sleep and sleep longer. My sleep wasn't any longer, but I'm not tired, telling me I'm sleeping more deeply. I have far more energy at night, like now. I realized it was all a ritual or habit, worthy of breaking. I also stopped alcohol, I rarely drank, but now even socially, I just pass. Another dumb ritual. Poisons for your bod.
Man good for you. That's awesome you are feeling the benefits of quality sleep. I'm still off the caffeine, that one is no problem for me, but the alcohol. Jeez, even a couple drinks makes me feel exhausted for days. Good reminder to look at it as poison.
@@TheSAHDLife Regarding caffeine, I'm definitely sleeping deeper, I'm actually dreaming more, which was rare to non-existent. Drinking might be on the ritual side as well for you - like coffee was for me. I know many that way, that not only just 'grab a beer' but pound continuously, like a chain smoker. I'm sure their tolerance builds up, but I doubt they are getting physical joy, just ritual. I got over offending them by not keeping up, to offending them by stopping at one to now just not participating. No one judges on either side.
Thank you
Thanks for watching 👊
This is me. I’m giving it up. I’m 25 years old now. I’ve drank coffee every single day and I mean every single day since my senior year in high school and the worst part about it is most of those coffees came from Starbucks and Dunkin’ Donuts with cream and sugar in it. I’ve ruined my gut because of this. I have severe LPR that makes it difficult to breathe 24/7. I can barely swallow.. it’s been rough. I’m giving up coffee now. Almost 2 days in.
Well good for you for getting on the path to healing. I actually have a video on LPR and another one on GERD, not sure if you've checked them out. Might be worth a watch! You will feel good soon, though it does take some time to undo the damage. Stay strong and find other ways to spark joy in your mornings!
Best way to fix LPR is to avoid eating/drinking within 1-2 hours of laying down, and same for exercise. Also take a daily PPI like omeprazole 20-30 minutes before breakfast.
Do this consistently for a month or two and it will get better
i quit caffeine because of the caffeine withdrawal euphoric productivity that happens on the third day onwards due to increased blood flow to the brain that leads to better thinking, improved mood, better eyesight. the first two days are great sleep and improved bone joints. all my bone joints strong after two years no caffeine, i dont even find coffee taate good now. i prefer cinamon latte or banana now
Nice! That's awesome, good for you. Cinnamon latte eh? I wouldn't even know how to order that! How are you with other things in your life? Alcohol, sweets, etc?
This is what I had it was like I was given a new more powerful brain.
I’m trying to quit but the headaches I get are just horrible
A slow ween can work without those debilitating headaches. But yeah, they hurt me hard too :(
The headaches go away after 3 oe 4 days completely. Sometimes after 2. Have some tylenol or Aleeve on hand. It will help with the withdrawl headaches. You will fee two feet taller after the withdrawl. Even your sex life with improve!
I am so very fortunate to have found your videos. I am suffering and I mean suffering from both GERD and LCR. I pray that you see my question. I know this video is six days ago, but the other ones are from a year ago. I thought that you would see this question in a most recent video. I watched both of your videos relating to both. I am doing both the apple cider vinegar and the baking soda. The baking soda I am gargling with. I am treating both, but do they cancel each other out? I would like to drink alkaline water but again, does it work along side the apple cider vinegar? I am experiencing the pain in the chest as well as sore throat, hoarseness, a lump in the throat, and my voice comes and goes. I had an endoscopy two months ago which showed mild inflammation in both the stomach and esophagus. I was put on Omeprazole which made things so much worse. Also, how long do you think it will take for the issues to subside. I am doing everything possible. Thank you beyond words for your videos and I pray your response. You have a very kind way about you.
Hello. Yes it's a common concern which at first thought seems contradictory. The main goal here is to fix your stomach first and foremost. Treat the GERD. Your stomach doesn't like what's going on so you are going to need to start eliminating foods from your diet to see what's causing issues (start with gluten, then if that doesn't help, try dairy). There are others suggestions to try as I mentioned in those videos. While you are trying to heal your gut (perhaps instead of ACV you can use HCL/Betaine pills) you also want to relieve the damage done to your throat. This is where the baking soda comes in. I was doing acv in the morning then doing the spray after. I found relief within a week - 10 days... but that could vary person to person.
Continue learning about what's going on and how you are treating your body. Portion sizes, the types of foods, and eating too close to bed seem to be the main triggers... not to mention stress! Which is why I made THIS video... to help with that.
You'll get your vitality back! Just be mindful of what you are putting in to your body. We tend to make it more complicated than it is, so make it simple.
@@TheSAHDLife YOU have just made my entire day. I cannot even tell you. I guess I am way ahead of everything. I have always been conservative as far as food. My diet for three months has basically been bland. I have always eaten small portions of food. If I do go out to eat, I always bring half home. I stop eating at 6:00 pm. I have a wedge on my bed so that I am not lying flat. I only drink water with a teaspoon of cranberry juice. Although, I am stopping that as well. I usually work seven days a week teaching. I teach in a middle school, and I also am a driver's ed classroom teacher. Stress at work and in life. BIG time. I immediately saw that exclamation point after you typed the word, "Stress." You are saying that stress could be causing this on its own? Everything else you mentioned in your response is already being done and I am feeling every symptom with the GERD and LPR during the day and night. I am doing all of what you have mentioned and no improvement at all. I'm worried that this will be my life because nothing is working. I am fearing the damage that I am doing as well. Add this to the mix and more stress. You also mentioned, HCL/Betaine pills instead of taking the ACV. I know there is a reason for that otherwise you wouldn't have mentioned it. Would you please tell me why? I will get right on that. Again, I know you are not a doctor, but at least by your own experience, I have hope. My gastro doctor just wants to keep prescribing medications. That is where my hope dwindles. I hope that my conversation with you will absolutely help someone else who is reading this. I just cannot tell you enough how I appreciate your time and effort in responding to ALL that I have asked.
I forgot to add, I am aware that pepsin is bad, especially if it lingers in the throat. This is why I had asked the question as to why the HCL/Betaine pills that have pepsin gentian root extract to be added. This topic is so confusing. I just need you to set me straight in my thinking.
@@rileyd4804 Glad to help!
And YES, I fully think stress could cause ALL of your symptoms. It's taken me to realize how much damage stress can cause, which has launched me down a mindfulness path.
The HCL pills are better than ACV as you don't risk the acid on your teeth but also I think the type of acid in the pills is more effective.
You also talked about portion control but didn't say what kind of foods you are eating... this is important. Tomatoes (red sauce pasta) is a huge trigger for me... red wine or anything with tannins causes me instant pain... I really need to get off gluten as I know my body does better off it, and dairy (sadly CHEESE :( ) gives me a lot of phlegm which can make it tough to swallow.
Let's talk about about food... what's a typical day for you? ...coffee?
@@TheSAHDLife Oh boy! SAHD life, I'm different. I don't know who will be reading this, but you are generous enough to allow me to go further into this topic with you by answering your question. Just as if I were the one reading this conversation between you and another, I would hope there would be complete honesty by the person answering so that I would learn what and what not to do. As far as food goes, you have lived adventurous compared to me, which is why those awesome foods present you with, exaggerating here, high risks. I'm lame. My risks have been minimal. Ok, here I go. I have NEVER had coffee in my life. I have NEVER tasted alcohol. I have only recently tried tea. I am presently drinking ginger tea hoping that it will help with the GERD. I would drink hot chocolate often but have given that up. I have NEVER smoked. I go to the gym almost every day. I am 56 years old. I am 5'2 and weigh 127 pounds. So, I know weight isn't an issue that I need to lose to alleviate my symptoms of GERD. I will have one dessert per day. I would have a small cup of ice cream with jimmies when I would come home from work at 2:30. If I didn't have ice cream, I would have a teaspoon of sunflower butter, sunflower seeds, a handful of raisins or crackers. I have given up ice cream. I then wait for dinner. Again, bland. It consists of meat, once in a while rice or potato, baked beans, and a vegetable or two. Those vegetables would be peas, carrots, string beans, asparagus and broccoli. My husband isn't with me because of my cooking. He is the chef between the two of us, yet I am now so limited to eat what he cooks. As far as breakfast, two hard boiled eggs one day, oatmeal with a banana another day. Day after day because of the GERD now. At 10:30am every day at work, I'll have a handful of raisins or cheddar fish crackers to tie me over until lunch at 12:30. Every day for lunch I have the same thing, low fat yogurt with half of a blueberry muffin mixed in. If I am feeling adventurous, I'll go for the sunflower butter sandwhich. I am allergic to peanut butter. No chips to bedazzle the sandwhich. Just the lonely sandwhich. I don't drink anything while eating. I used to eat pizza once a month but no longer. As I had mentioned in my last post, I finish eating by 6:00pm. I am active and an extrovert. I know someone might think, "She doesn't eat enough." For my size it is enough for me. It always has been. I eat to live. I have never lived to eat. It is just who I am. I read what foods you experience issues with three times. I just thought, "OMG!" "This poor guy has reactions to these foods and for four months I can barely eat anything because of the never ending pain in both the chest and throat." Your views on both of your videos regarding acid reflux and LPR, well they have jumped due to me watching them over and over again hanging on to every word that you say to make sure that I don't miss anything. I know it might not be much to work with here, but the way you present yourself in your videos and the way you speak, you know what you are talking about. Hence why I trust you. Like I said, I know you are not a doctor. A doctor can prescribe all that he or she wants, but unless there is personal experience in the illness or disease itself, it is very hard to trust. The amount of people you help must be incredible. I will absolutely try the HCL/Betaine pills IF this is STILL what you suggest. I, like I had mentioned prior, am concerned that it contains pepsin and I thought that pepcin in the throat needs to be removed by gargling with baking soda to reduce the alkalinity, hence the confusion.
You have me seriously questioning the Diamond ring I just bought haha
Haha, well if it makes you feel better I too bought my wife an expensive diamond ring!! ...which now sits in a drawer lol!
This guy is telling pure Itruth i was only happy when I was drinking caffeine when ever I was not drinking caffeine worst feeling come to me I was slave for my mind demanding me to have coffee hhhhhh now finally I am free no down feeling just normal everyday I am much happier now and I am not addicted to anything
Oh good for you my friend, that's awesome! My wife got back into caffeine and watching her in the morning run around worrying she'll get a headache if she can't get it is brutal. I'm sitting over here feeling great!
I drink coffee everyday except Sunday. Have headache every Sunday, felt great on Monday 😅 Reset made coffee taste great again
🤣 Do you do decaf or just no coffee on Sundays?
@@TheSAHDLife cold turkey coz I wanted fastest result 😁. I prefer 6 days super conscious, 1 day super tired than 7 days all balanced.
I think its the greatest addiction in this world. Just look around as you walk along the street, most people are carrying a cup from a cafe. I work with a guy who has a thermos flask full of coffee and keeps refilling that bad boy constantly so by the end of the day he has consumed a lot of cups, like it could be 15 - 20 cups per day.
I don't disagree with you. It's insane how normalized it is. That's marketing/capitalism for you thought right? Imagine the amount of money caffeine makes... it drives economies.
Where I'm at in life I like to manage my emotions and thoughts. It's different than if I just fuel myself with caffeine and go go go. I think some people get so carried away with their thoughts and since they fuel it with caffeine, like that person you mentioned... all of the sudden they are living life totally different than they would if they were more in control. Crazy!
I was delayed for a flight in a lounge for many hours and found myself tallkng to a married older couple. The man was a tall gruff gentleman, who liked tontalk football the woman was a soft-spoken more calm human. They both own a large farm (so, I guess they are "Stay at home" labeled. She had been a carnivore, her entire life and switch to vegetarian and then later vegan about 10 years ago. The background important because if why she switched away from caffeine and dairy. It's like having a beef steak without any seasoning or char. She explained that she was addicted to caffeine and the dairy -half and half- orbfarm fresh milk she was using. She had breathing problems from the phlegm that the dairy was producing and couldn't sleep and was on edge all day from the caffeine. It was a combination. Coffee black and steak without seasonings, isn't that tasty. The enhancements are actually worse for the body than the actual base product. It was routine to her. "Salt of the Earth humans", that changed. They still milked cows and sold beef and dairy. We become routinized and dependent on these things. The body adapts and we crave more. Technically, a human should have a certain amount of sleep and wake with the sunrise......as millions of years of evolution, PH balances and circadian rhythms tell us this. Nutrition as well should be set as a science catering to each human. Marketing, manipulatation and desire wouldn't be satisfied though. The caffeine is a crutch when one of these things is irregular for what that human animal requires for healthy support.
Those Vegas nights couldn't be sustained on a healthy level. ;) it's a fun way to go. (sometimes) Money and modern society dictate when we now rise and "must" do something. I try to wake from the sun and sleep with the darkness. Try operating within today's world with that. It won't happen. Our "batteries" require a recharge to survive.. We are actually similar to one that only has a set amount of recharges and then no more. If we recharge at different rates, that battery (like a Lithium-ion) won't last as long and won't operate at full power. (Horrid EV cars that won't be practical or efficient until another 10 years into the future. (For many reasons.)
Caffeine is a hellbof a drug..and not that hot fudge sundae 1500 calories addictive crqp they sell at Starbucks. That's why they are worth over 120 billion in stock price. Add caffeine and sugar molasses standard in every cup and have the nerve to call it coffee. They have tapped into the human body and went straight for that comfort taste addictive center. Function without the caffeine in a proper manor. I'm trying. I thought this would be a sponsored video and isn't at all. Wow!
We have to be introspective. We all have anxiety and it is part of being human but, abstactly......to be harsh, you have it better than most humans on the planet. We take little for anxiety and never look to the big picture. The "SAHD" thing is a bit of this modern parenting thing. Without gender input and why roles developed and now we add current societal norms, it sensitized humans. At one point sheltering and experience of what reality is, prepares a human for all emotions. We shield and protect from one's we don't enjoy. This makes us I'll prepared and/or tries to bend physics. We can't do that but, we unknowingly change our environment to a confined place. We need to experience all behaviors and emotions. The problem therein lies with being a product of the current "normalcy" [Damn you Woodrow Wilson ;) ] of culture and it's snowball dominoes effect. I didn't say the corrupted political word snowflakes. -Enjoy
Thanks for the time you put into making this comment. You lost me a bit in there... but I'll give it some time and re-read it a little later.
Have a wonderful weekend!
By the way an animal based diet is extremely healthy
And yes we can all experience the flight or fight response “anxiety “ but you can live a grounded life where you feel calm most of the time and good
@@iamthefiremanjj Of course it is. We are animals. Thank you for the input. Jerry Roginsky Sr. has a great take on this as well.
@Jerzy Roginski Jr This is true as well. We all live this way as tribal animals. I'd like to know where you received your MD degree? Or even sociology degree? ;) They don't just hand out the one I have from where I did to anyone.
I tried cold Turkey and got severe nausea, headaches, fatigue/weakness, basically all flu symptoms and I turned to MIO instead of an energy drink. It’s still caffeine but I’ve heard it’s easier to ween off of using mio. I never want to touch an energy drink again. ((Btw this withdrawal was from only 24 hours of no caffeine)) I have a 200mg usually every morning and the symptoms started 1 hour after the time I usually drink)
I'm not surprised to hear that... caffeine is no joke and you went from a decent amount to nothing. You're body was like WTF!!! I usually ween over a week or two, just having less and less. I feel way better off. My wife got headaches for 20 years and never realized it was from caffeine. We do still like our decaf in the mornings though but it can be hard to find a good one.
How are you feeling today?
I’m an avid gym goer and caffein is noted as a pretty superior sports enhancer, which allows athletes of all kinds to beat plateaus and have better workouts.
I am dropping my morning caffein but I am finding it difficult to want to give up the pre-workout.
Yeah that's a fair point. I think getting older has something to do with it too. I'm 40 right... and riding the waves of high energy/performance ARE less important to me now. Being consistent with my energy... with my mood... those are priorities for me now. I think the real reason why I made this video was just as a reminder for people, that whether it's caffeine, or sugar, or alcohol... if we just reflexively reach for it without thought, that might be a sign to step back and think for a second whether or not it's really worth doing. For you it sounds like it's not damaging your relationships or work but for others it might be worse.
The previous time I quit coffee, I missed it more for the post-workout, but I had had it in morning anyway. This time, I notice no difference. The lack of caffeine+workout=much better sleep=not needing any sort of stimulus. Try it, you're probably listening to peer pressure more than self. In a couple decades, Starbucks will be ridiculed just like 'doctors recommending cigarettes' in the 50s....
noted by who lol
I got such a hard headache when quiting it felt like my head was so hot and it felt like a vein was blocked in my brain but when i drank coffee it felt like a door opened in my brain and the vein started flowing and it felt like it was flowing well and the headaches went away. I only drink once a day but I'll try again.
Getting off caffeine is NO joke. It took me about a week of headaches but weening slow is the way to go IF you can. No need to rush it. Just make your own coffee and slowly add in more decaf. I'm telling you there's some good decaf beans out there.
I"m CARNIVORE now too-- so there are LOTS of things I "want" or " needed"-- AND no coffee!!! (but also no fruits and veg- and I LOVED fruits and veg)...so given up a lot of things here.. and no I don't miss them much at all. I've discovered there were not NEEDS--- just HABITS.. and habits are NOT that hard to break..
Good for you. How long have you been on carnivore? I have been considering it for a while. Why did you go on it if you don't mind my asking?
@@TheSAHDLife Got mashed between 2 trucks in 99 and lately- the last few years had LOTS of inflammation, pain 24/7 and breathing issues- since carnivore- most of that is gone. The only hurts I have left now- are the ACTUAL injuries.. not the arthritic mess it caused. My blood presure stays normal, and I feel BETTER (still not good- don't know if I'll ever get over the accident completely). Still haven't lost any weight- but have gained MUSCLE even though I can't work out yet with anything other than isometrics.. It's cheaper too, and since I'm on SS now (actually half what I was suppose to get since I was forced to retire early by the accident.).. and it's simple too.. and I'm finding it very filling. Most old habits gone.
''addiction + desire" 😪
Love your name hehe. And it's crazy how we go through cycles... I am still off caffeine but alcohol has crept back into my life and I feel like garbage. Your comment is a reminder of why I did this all in the first place. I'm excited to feel good again so thank you for chiming in.
@@TheSAHDLife Keep up the good fight!
I’m on 3 cups a day, I have a week off and I’m seriously thinking about going cold turkey and just getting it out of my system!! 😬
Oof my friend, that could be a monster headache for a couple days... the slow ween is harder but might be worth doing. Just get some decaf and mix 'it up. Start with half and half then work your way down until you're on full decaf. Then go from there. There's some tasty decaf beans out there!
@@TheSAHDLife yeah you’re right!! 😂. I’m going down to 2 cups today and then will do the gradual, half / half, ween over the next month or so. Thanks for your reply & tips really appreciate it!! 🙏
@@alistairrobinson3865 Of course! We are all in this together my friend. Gotta take care of each other! Good luck 👊
@@TheSAHDLife thank you sir! Down to 2 today is pretty brutal lol but all good 🙏
According to your remarks consuming caffeine-free Coffee could be equally as bad, since one might feel incomplete without it.
That's a fair take. I still look forward to my morning coffee but I only have it 4-5 days a week? I don't skip a beat if I am unable to get it, whereas I don't think I would have been able to miss ONE morning while drinking caffeinated coffee. So while I know what you are saying I think there is a HUGE difference between the two.
I just noticed in myself and in a lot of people in my life that we all warped our whole lives around getting daily caffeine or having that beer after work... and it's just interesting how it shapes our entire personalities. I was just trying to break that chain to see what life would be like, and for me, it is different... it's much better!
I'm not trying to say it's right for everyone but the video might help some people think twice about some of the things they consume without really thinking twice about it.
Thanks for watching!
Coffee drinker here. Any of you guys think that fat around your mid section and especially in the lower back (where the kidneys are) can be linked to stress hormones released from chronic caffeine consumption?
Interesting thought. I definitely have this issue though I haven't been on caffeine for awhile. I think mine is more alcohol related but I've sort of just accepted it since I haven't really taken my weight loss seriously recently. Are you going to try and take a break from caffeine or take on any weight loss efforts?
@@TheSAHDLife Most likely a break from caffeine. I used to drink way more coffee years ago and I didn't feel any negative effects. However in the last 2 or 3 years life has become more stressful overall and I do feel caffeine side effects.
I didn't have that back fat before and I think it is due to a stressful lifestyle, and caffeine doesn't help
I just quit caffeine and holy cow it really is a life changer. I don’t even miss it… thought I would. Don’t even miss coffee.
The headaches are from having too many receptors at the synaptic cleft, and they are not doing synapses like they do on caffeine which causes headaches.
Wow, good for you. Do you mind if I ask why you quit? Was it just the headaches? I don't miss it either. It's funny, sometimes when relatives or friends stay over we buy caffeine coffee for them, and I have some... but once they are gone I couldn't care less about having it anymore. I have buried that addiction and it feels great not to be a slave to it. If only I could do the same thing with alcohol... I'm trying!
I also quit after 7years (2-3 jugs / day) aaaaannnd nothing, no negatives, no positives, I miss the taste I think I will grab sometimes one cup if someone offers one.
That's funny, some people seem to be more resilient to the caffeine side effects for sure... at least you're saving a few bucks right? I'm still off caffeine but I too will have it once in awhile.
some people metabolize caffeine faster so it has far less effect on them. I definitely don't think I'm one of those lucky ones
This is 2 months I have been off coffee, felt bad at first and some headaches , but I'm better now I was drinking it because I was saying I needed it to do anything but not any more feel better now I have been off it
Good for you. I'm in a similar situation myself. Feeling good! Now I need to do the same with beer.
Good I have to do the same , have yo come off the beers too
I feel like I'm 150% after coffee, and about 70-80% after the crash.
My question is does drinking coffee have a net benefit? I.e. are the short term performance benefits powerful enough to justify the crash?
It's an interesting question... I think for a lot of people the answer is yes which is why they drink it. I have found that my consistent 100% performance without caffeine is much better for my lifestyle and workflow, so while I still have caffeine a couple times a month, I perform better without it. But with that being said I don't have a normal job... So I definitely don't think what I do is going to work for everyone else. My wife and I have found some caffeine free tasty beans so we still drink coffee almost everyday... I just don't freak out now if I don't have it!
Be aware that decaff coffee is not completely decaffeinated. I believe the caffeine has been reduced by about 95%. Me, I'm detoxing from caffeine and so I limit my decaff intake. I go to herbal teas (but green tea has caffeine, I have heard). I drink mint tea.
Yeah good call. I drink decaf 3-4 days a week. Definitely don't depend on it but I really enjoy it.
I have been alcohol free for 3 years now, but I can’t quit coffee! It’s the hardest thing to quit by far.
It's always interesting to hear that because I am the reverse! Let me ask, what is it for you that's so addicting? In your head do you have the narrative of 'I need it to start my day'?
My doctor said my cholesterol was high so even though I’m a decaf coffee drinker I switched to a nondairy creamer instead of mayonnaise.
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I never enjoyed mayonnaise in my coffee.
to avoid the headaches associated with quitting cold turkey you can wean yourself off coffee by mixing coffee / decaf with no caf Teeccino until you are all the way no caf, or at least no feeling addicted
Good share!
I think my SIS is sensitive to coffee too... caffiene mainly-- she tells me she has migrains a lot-- and she's a regular Starbuck visitor...
Funny how people don't equate the headaches with coffee eh? I guess a lot of us have been told it's good for headaches so don't even consider it!
@@TheSAHDLife I'm into the 4rth day already without - and NO headaches. (last time I did it - was sick with migraines for 4 days)...and I don't miss it. I was doing the bullet proof coffee (coffee with butter in it). and loved it- I miss the butter.. but get that in meat etc.. thought about trying decaff-- but that would defeat the purpose.
I'm in the process of quitting, ive been using joey coffee alternative which helps, but the withdrawals still suckkkkkk
Yeah it's a wicked week of withdrawal no doubt about it. The headaches were really nasty for me. I couldn't do anything. I am happy to now be free of that :) Hang in there 👊
While I respect everyone's choice and if they decide to quit caffeine, I am noticing a lot in the comments talk of anxiety. As someone who deals with anxiety, I find what helps is caffeine breaks like maybe one month no caffeine . Also Matcha tea has L theanine and can provide a more calming wakefulness . I alternate between tea , coffee and nothing . I find only one cup of cold brew coffee after two hours of being awake lead to best results . I drink it black and only allow one cup unless I wake up very early on rare occassion two cups but none after 1pm . Drink lots of water and I never have issue with sleep . I also find when I come back from caffeine break and I have no tolerance to cut that to 0.25 to max 0.5 cup of coffee as I am caffeine sensitive and I experience very little down side
That's interesting. I am learning that like alcohol, caffeine seems to affect everyone differently. It often makes me jittery and, while sometimes I do get increased productivity, it's not as much as others. Which is why I think some people have a harder time stopping, because they get a lot more from it than perhaps I do. I think it's great you are thoughtful with your usage and can have it in your life without any negative effects. I love waking up without feel like I need to have anything to get through the day... but I still have that battle in the evenings with alcohol.
@@TheSAHDLife That's true about affecting everyone differently, I have a friend who told me he drinks 5 cups a day and complained to me about a increase in anxiety . So I told try decaf for last two cups and try and cut back as I thought that might help him . As for alcohol that's a tough one I find abstaining long enough from alcohol kills my wine cravings but I get genetics may play a factor. I wonder if a cold shower will help I use them for anxiety once you get through one and step out you get a big increase in dopamine and calmness once you get through the shock of the shower which control breathing through mouth tends to help . Just a idea because I get evening wine or other alcoholic drinks can be tempting
That's a good tip. I bet it works. It's hard to do though. It's funny with booze... I never regret NOT having a drink. But it's just with certain friends it's hard not to. @@Mexicomank2
Can anyone explain why when I was having caffeine I used to dread everything?
Addiction is a brutal thing for some of us. It bakes in an underlying fear that is always present... like a cloud of dread. I don't like it either. I get it more from alcohol but similar with caffeine.
I drink one cup of cofeee and I have energy all day I don’t come down which means my sleep it’s not so great
It's not the worst thing in the world for you... I don't hate it, I just... I always like to know that if I truly want to feel good, being addicted to things isn't going to do it for me, you know? If you are being productive, and leading the life you WANT to live, then hey, have a cup of coffee... but if you AREN'T leading the kind of life that you want, then I think it's worth putting things like this under the microscope.
I quit caffeine and then felt a deep happiness. Caffeine is really bad bro.
Nice, good for you! Was it hard? Any side effects?
Once the caffeine wears off, DRINK MORE CAFFEINE 🤤😵💫🤯
Haha exactly!! 🤣☕
I'm glad i quit mate drink which can cause dependency and can be worst than coffee because some people can't drink without putting a lot of sugar in it
Was it tough for you to quit? Once I got through the first week or so of headaches it was smooth sailing. I still have a caffeinate coffee once in awhile but it makes me jittery even if I haven't had one for so long.
I think quitting caffeine is even more important than diet first, then adopting an animal based diet next
I definitely have had no negative reactions to quitting caffeine that's for sure! As far as diet goes it's a tricky slope for sure. I do lean towards a paleo diet myself for optimal health, but it's also really hard to pull that off especially when you have a young family as a lot of the foods kids don't love or they aren't that convenient. We are in the middle of a big move so I'd love to talk more about that in future content for sure. For now though I do a water fast here and there and it really seems to be good for my body.
@@TheSAHDLife heck yah if you feel good then awesome man . I’m still battling for my health with brain fog and stuff so I thought quitting caffeine will be a great option !
@@iamthefiremanjj I too have issues with brain fog. What else have you tried to combat this?
I think sleep is key and while I sleep better without booze/caffeine, my diet and nighttime regiment could still be improved. When I'm reading, as well as have a bath/stretch before bed I seem to sleep a lot better. But I'm guilty of being on my phone until exhaustion.
Always fun to discuss this stuff.
@@TheSAHDLife good sleep and I actually tested for food allergies and had to cut all those offenders out . That’s why I’m primarily meat based now . Look into the carnivore diet . I’m trying it myself now . Also doing a cycle of bpc -157 helped and supplementing ALCAR. But right now I’m doing an experiment of zero carb meat only I’ll let you know how I feel
@@TheSAHDLife l tyrosine is great too
“if you’re like me…”
Hehe. "If you're like ME... a stay-at-home-dad with two girls, shiny head, and a UA-cam channel." Super relatable right? lol
Coffee actually helps digestion not only by pushing things down but it’s acidity assists the stomach acid-
It makes me have to use the bathroom instantly 😬😆
I NEED SO MUCH LESS SLEEP NOW
That's so interesting. Do you feel any different overall or just wake up earlier?
@TheSAHDLife So I used to need 9 to 10 hours of sleep to feel human. Now I can sleep for 7 hours and feel rested! I also have adhd so coffee made me sleepy throughout throughout my day (which is why i drank it because it did make me calmer), and then on top of that my quality of sleep was also worse. All in all, the worst combi... I drank, it because I do love the taste of good coffee and it made it easier to concentrate. Plus, in the UK it is SUCH a social thing to go to good coffee shops. ☕️ 😅😊
That's great. Sounds like you are figuring out your body which seems like it's an easy thing but most people never do. Good for you. @@elinaq750
Isn’t it sad that we hate our work life so much we need something to get through the day ? Our society sucks .
We get ourselves into some nasty habits, you're right... I've been able to change my outlook which makes me get through the day being happy, but nobody taught me how to do that, and it took me 38 years to figure it out! THAT'S that Bulls**t part imo.
I quit again- last week- not missed it at all actually...
Nice! Yeah we're still off caffeine and I love it! I still have it once in awhile if I'm meeting someone or on vacation but I don't depend on it.
Coffee is worse decaf or not Vs a drink that has caffeine that ain’t coffee. Coffee depletes you and makes you sick. My hrv doubled once I switch to same milligram caffeine but not from coffee sources
Yeah that's interesting. A lot of people talk about all coffees benefits and antioxidant properties. Maybe it just affects some people different? I think some people just reach for the cup out of reflex, like a crutch and sometimes that's not always a good thing. I'm not saying it's good or bad for others, but for me, I became happier and more productive once I shed that addiction.
Been caffeine free for over 1 year. It was hard but I feel normal now. Took 5-6 months to have morning energy back, but exercise in the morning helps.
Ps you can cut down consumption with decaf but when you stop with decaf you still get withdrawals. Decaf is not without caffeine free.
Nicely done! I still do decaf but not every morning. I feel like when I was on caffeine coffee it HAD to be every morning or I would go crazy. So it probably has some effects but definitely not as much as regular ol coffee for me.
@@TheSAHDLife True, it is much less. I seriously though that being on decaf for a month would make it easy to quit.
Nah i just have seen alot of these caffeine addiction vids so i tried it and for 3 months nothing changed even in the first days no headaches no nothing the only thing that coffee does to me is stress and hunger and urine that's all the drawbacks
I mean stress is a pretty huge side effect and that alone might be reason to cut it out. Honestly everyone is so different, what works for me might not work for you. But I think it's important to test things out... if your brain tells you you can't get throughout the day without X then maybe your brain is running on auto-pilot and needs a reboot you know? The point of the video isn't necessarily just about caffeine or coffee, it's about anything in our lives that we reach for without really thinking about why, and how maybe it's worth thinking about it.