66 - How I Quit Caffeine (and Why It Was Harder Than Alcohol)

I thought giving up caffeine would be easy. I mean, I quit alcohol—how hard could this be?

Turns out… really hard.

In this solo episode of The Undrunken™ Podcast, I share what happened when I quit caffeine for a liver cleanse and got hit with the worst headache of my life. I did this a handful of times over the past couple of years. This time, I am all in. Two weeks later though, I’m still tired, still missing my afternoon pick me up, and realizing just how dependent I’d become on stimulants to “feel normal.”

I talk about:

• Why caffeine withdrawal hit me harder than quitting alcohol

• The sneaky ways we rely on caffeine for energy and focus

• How underfueling and overworking make caffeine feel “essential”

• Tips I’ve learned (from friends and trial-by-fire) about hydration, exercise, and rebuilding natural energy

This one’s part rant, part reflection, and totally real. Whether you’re thinking about cutting back, doing a detox, or just curious —this episode is for you.

Tell me your caffeine story on Instagram @undrunkenpodcast.