My Coffee Life Cycle

MY COFFEE LIFE CYCLE

Let’s begin with a confession: I am a coffee addict.

It all began....well a long time ago. Addiction to hot, soothing and strongly caffeinated beverages  runs in my family. The funny thing is that my mom used to actually make my siblings and myself a cup of tea (instead of a mug of delicious hot chocolate) before going to school. That was when I was in grade 1! She reckons its good for our health as it makes us feel fresh and ready for the day ahead. I totally and completely and most wholeheartedly AGREE!

Now, I know addiction means I can't help myself and keep drinking coffee all day and night, but that's not necessarily true. I know caffeine has many positive impacts on our health, but too much of anything is harmful. That's why I've established (from past experience) that more than two cups a day is a complete no-no. So every day I have a cup in the morning and one in the evening. It doesn't matter if it’s from Starbucks or 7-11, coffee is coffee.

OK so the above wasn't necessarily true because below you can see how it actually is:

Daily- 2 cups

Exam days- 4 cups or more (I need extra dosage of coffee during exams for reasons known worldwide)

Vacation - 3 cups (I enjoy it with my family)

Exceptions when I must have coffee:

• When I have a headache 
• When I'm hanging out with friends
• A new coffee place just opened up around the corner! :D

Now I've tried many times to ditch the coffee and just go about my day, but that has always ended up in a complete and utter disaster. I feel like a zombie all day. Below you can see my coffee-less and coffee-filled energy throughout the day!

In conclusion, coffee is vital for life…