How I Arrived at One Espresso a Month
In January I decided to quit coffee entirely. I went cold turkey for three months. It went surprisingly well — no severe withdrawal, no headaches, just a quiet sense that I had made the right choice. There was also a trace of sadness, like saying goodbye to an old friend. Then, in April, the question returned: if I were to allow myself some coffee again, how much would be reasonable? Once a week felt too frequent. Once a year felt ridiculous — what if that single shot turned out to be disappointing? I would have to wait another full year. ...