8 months caffeine free. My experience so far.
I gave up caffeine back in April because of horrible sleep and afternoon crashes. Even when I tried limiting my intake to the mornings, I still couldn’t get a good night’s sleep.
Looking back, I can honestly say quitting caffeine has had no downsides—only benefits.
Quitting caffeine completely transformed my brain and my life. In the past eight months, I’ve only had 1-2 bad nights of sleep, which is a massive improvement. What stood out the most to me was how my short- and long-term memory improved rapidly after about 5-6 months. I remember everything I read or learn now, and even my university teacher was stunned by how much information I retained after spending minimal time reviewing a PowerPoint presentation.
Another big change is how much more aware I’ve become. Quitting caffeine not only sharpened my thinking—it also completely rid me of the anxiety I used to deal with. I feel calmer, more calculated in my thoughts, and surprisingly, I’ve become more social. That last part is something I never expected, but I welcome it wholeheartedly.
I genuinely hope this gets studied in the future because the impact has been life-changing for me.