I stopped drinking coffee for ONE month —I am more focused than ever!

✍ Kamal O. Touhami

The Mental Cloak

Allow me to paint a picture of my relationship with coffee and how it transformed my daily routine. Think about a scenario that’s all too familiar for us all.

During a crucial early-morning meeting at our company, merely 10 minutes into the session, I found myself struggling to stay awake. Despite my efforts to focus, it felt futile. Eventually, I surrendered to the drowsiness.

When I got home later that day, I had to review my habits and take remedial action. My notes were bad! I mean really bad! Scarce baaaad! It wasn’t an absolute disaster, but I had definitely missed several vital cues during the meeting. To say that I overlooked some minor details would be an understatement. I vividly recall the trainer delving into technicalities regarding MS Suite. I had to resort to jotting down only the major headings or themes, planning to educate myself later through YouTube tutorials and articles on those topics.

The Coffee Phase

I thought coffee was the solution because almost everybody at the office drank it, and there was a fancy coffee machine with good coffee beans for free! but before, I had always drank other stuff like tea and juice.Well, ironically, my venture into coffee drinking stemmed from reading about its reputed benefits for good health and long life, particularly as advocated by renowned individuals who extolled its aid in maintaining focus and mental acuity during demanding workdays. They even went so far as to assert that nothing compares to coffee — calling tea for the faint-hearted and cowards that coffee exudes a certain positive energy.

It was then that I began to feel a noticeable change in my mental state. It was akin to taking some good vibes drug. Suddenly, I was filled with focus, drive, happiness, and enthusiasm. This newfound state persisted for years.

Since that revelation, coffee has become an integral part of my morning ritual. Its effects are consistent, providing two immediate benefits: a positive impact on bowel movements and enhanced cognitive function. Even my jogging got better. I experienced no heavy breathing or fatigue. I became a strong believer in the power of coffee. Admittedly, over time, the dark side of the drug got more accentuated. Nevertheless, I still lacked the grit to quit.

Until I decided to STOP!

End of November 2023, I made a very conscious and daring decision to stop drinking coffee once and for all. Over the past decade, I’d been habitually consuming a considerable amount — typically ranging from 1.5 to 2.5 liters of coffee each day — no sugar.

During this time, I truly believed that it gave me an added boost of energy. Perhaps, it was all coffee hallucinations. It was good, and I felt good. This was also evident during my occasional day trading, and that my work results had gotten considerably better.

Throughout this break from coffee, I keenly observed notable changes in my physical and mental state. The absence of coffee yielded several discernible improvements in my well-being:

👉 Enhanced Sleep Quality: A significant shift I noticed was a substantial improvement in my sleep patterns. The absence of coffee led to better and more restful sleep without the intrusion of disturbing nightmares.

👉 Improved Mental Clarity and Focus: Abstaining from coffee resulted in a clearer mindset during my waking hours. I found myself more focused and mentally alert, allowing for enhanced productivity and efficiency throughout the day.

👉 Reduction in Fatigue: The absence of coffee significantly reduced my feelings of fatigue, contributing to sustained energy levels throughout the day.

👉 Increased Energy and Stamina: I experienced a noticeable surge in energy, fostering a heightened sense of vitality and stamina, which positively impacted various aspects of my daily life, including intimacy.

👉 Clearer Nasal Passages: Particularly during the night, I observed clearer nasal passages, indicating an improvement in respiratory function.

👉 Heightened Work Productivity: One of the most striking changes was the notable increase in my productivity at work. The newfound mental clarity and sustained energy levels contributed to more efficient and effective work output.

Reflecting on this experience, I recognized that prolonged and excessive coffee consumption can lead to an increased tolerance to caffeine. This situation often leaves individuals with two choices: either escalate coffee intake or take a break from its consumption to lower caffeine tolerance.

Personally, I found that quitting is the best choice and less favourable choice would be to cut down to one cup of coffee per day because excessive consumption could potentially lead to serious health repercussions.

For this reason, I decided to take a hiatus from coffee, aiming to reset my body’s response to caffeine and improve my overall well-being. This decision was driven by a desire to regain a balanced and healthier lifestyle, free from the dependencies associated with excessive caffeine intake.

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