Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | I'm kicking coffee for good this time, D**mnit! ;)

I have tried and tried and tried to kick coffee. Each time I do I fall off the wagon in about six months. I think it's because I reach stability at some point and lure myself into a false sense of security about being able to indulge in a cup because my tummy is feeling fine. Not true.

I have drank coffee since I was about 5 years old. No joke! I used to drink a tiny little teacup amount with my grandpa every morning and have toast. It's truly a morning ritual for me. The psychological addition is more powerful than the physical in my case.

Anyway, I fell of the wagon again a few months back, partly because I missed it and partly because my job tires me out so much that I needed a stimulant. (I'm an attorney...long hours...lots of stress). I need to quit drinking it though as it always causes me GI distress.

So, I guess I'm counting on you wonderful people to give me the kick in the pants I deserve and keep me toe-ing the line this time!

I found a great article on the teecino website that I am going to refer to every time I get a craving and feel like cheating. It's pretty much everything we all already know...but if you're interested read it here: http://www.teeccino.com/PDFs/colon.pdf

Anyone else who is having problems with coffee, I could use the support of quitting with someone else.

Thanks!!!!!

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