I was watching some of your videos today and I wrote a comment on how I’ve been feeling so much anxiety and fear. I must say this one kind of made me laugh for the first time in a long time. I started laughing when you said some people say they are still drinking tea and you were like are you kidding me?? Tea has caffeine. That’s like me in the first month I quit coffee and dark chocolate. I thought it was ok that I was eating nestle toll house milk chocolate chip cookies during that first month. I had no idea that was another form of caffeine. Then I realized what the heck are you doing and I started researching caffeine products and wow caffeine is in so many foods, drinks, hygiene products and medications. I am very careful now that I’m not consuming any caffeine products now. That’s probably why my brain is going through all these really scary changes. I love your videos and I appreciate all the time and energy you put into this. I never knew caffeine withdrawal was the reason I was going through this horrible experience. I happened to watch one of your videos by accident and I was like bingo I’m actually not having a nervous breakdown or some kind of brain tumor or cancer. Thank you!!
Everyone just beginning their caffeine free journey, if you’re suffering and watching this video looking for Hope ..listen to this man! I started talking to Cato last year a month after quitting caffeine. I thought I was dying. I suffered so bad daily from anxiety for a first time for weeks and weeks almost never getting a break, not eating, scary intrusive thoughts physical symptoms, depression...I stopped cold turkey with Pre workout..Cato would reassure me almost daily that it would get better..and a few times I would second guess him bc I was feeling so shitty for so long. Now I’m about to hit 18 months! Cato is spot on guys. Just hold tight! It’s hard and it feels like forever but it does get easier with time and eventually you will be back feeling more like yourself. Most ppl say you’ll feel better than before! You just have to ride the wave and get through it. I went to see doctors. They always said the same thing, “ Here, take these meds..you’ve got an anxiety disorder” I have NEVER had issues with anxiety..didn’t even know what it was until I quit. The Drs will steer you towards meds. You have to choose to push through on your own without them. It’s gonna suck, but when you get through to being happy again naturally..you’ll be grateful to yourself that you didn’t jump on to anything else to get you through. You can do it guys. Patience, faith, strength. Watch Cato’s videos! Lol what also helped me is that I had someone else who was going through it, close timeline to mine(he found me on Cato’s comments actually and reached out)..we went through it together talking daily to just help eachother out. It helps if you have someone else who is going through it to talk to. Well, it did for me.
Fafa for me, it was on and off the entire time from beginning til even after a year. I’m being honest... BUT it was the hardest and worst about 1-6 months in. Getting hit daily with those feelings. I felt and had seen things in my mind that I’d never imagine feeling it seeing. It was scary. It got easier after that 6 months..because it’ll hit you...but it won’t last as long or happen as frequently and I believe you gain some mental strength back with time where you can be more rational and recognize that those shitty feelings you’re feeling are related to the withdrawal. It becomes minimal and you are able to get on with your life. You just have to stay patient..bc trust me after some time of dealing with this..you’re going to get angry with the fact that you still have to deal with some dips. You want to be 100% back to yourself again, and that will come..just don’t go trying to find ways to substitute those happy feelings, your body has to do that on its own, in its own time. You just have to ride the shitty wave until it’s over and you’re feeling great again! I’ve seen many others who also say how amazing they feel after this who are 2+ years free. I’m getting to that point myself. 18 months today! 🤗
Thanks so much what you're doing. I've been dealing with this for 3 years. But didn't know it was anxiety. But once I knew it was and I accepted it I felt better but still grinding to get better. I'll keep you guys updated. Thanks from Australia 🇦🇺
Thank you cato!!! These are going to help me in the months to come! I just tell myself to drink 2 liters of water a day, eat healthy, go for a walk and DON'T LOOK BACK!.
Cato thank you for this video. Since November of 2020 to present my symptoms have come and go. I have months where I'm doing great and I don't feel like I'm off balance to months where my symptoms come right back again. I haven't had a real coffee in over a year but like you stated in this video, even decaf coffee has caffeine in it and yes, I have been going back to that and drinking one once a day. I noticed that even with decaf, my symptoms tend to return but after a few weeks/months of not drinking decaf, my symptoms slowly go away again. Caffeine and anxiety most def. My symptoms are all balance issues and not getting the proper amount of sleep. Keep making these videos Cato because you're really impacting and helping other people out there who are struggling with true caffeine withdrawals which in turn leads to anxiety. I would have never thought that caffeine could cause this nor last this long. The 0-9 days is completely wrong for people like me who suffer from the extreme withdrawal and anxiety that comes with it. Did you ever have balance issues when going through your withdrawal? I know anxiety causes this but didn't know if you had to deal with feeling off balance? Thanks Cato!
The living legend himself. Glad to see you're doing great man. Im 16 months in now. Things slowly going back to normal. Much respect man. Thank you for everything.
I have been trying for months to get off. The anxiety and depression during withdrawal is no joke. Really love your videos and no nonsense way of approaching it.
I agrreee im about to be on my 2nd month and damn rn i got an anxiety attack and today i felt good but today at 12 00 in the night i experienced it like if i was in my first week
Ashwagandha, magnesium, iron and working out 5 days a week its no joke i was consuming between 500-700 mg a day the withdrawals were very dark and scary
I am surprised that caffeine can have such a effect on our minds and take so long to recover from. 27 day in and it's daily struggle as I quit cannabis also. I will never use either again. thank you Cato for your videos. these are so awesome and supportive. please keep making these.
My Man Kato... Hey brother thanks a million Only God knows how much you helped me in my time of need .. bro I was so desperate and terrified in those months but listening to your videos gave me hope to make it day after day and night after night and the fact that you would take the time and respond to my questions made me feel hopeful and encouraged ... I never thought that I wouldl know what it felt like to not have anxiety bouts in my life I thought I would always have those awe full dreadful feelings ... I would’ve never guessed that caffeine would do a number like that to me... it’s be about 14 months now and back in February to March is when I can honestly say that I was feeling 💯 it took about 6-8 months to come to that point .... keep on making a difference my friend heaven knows God Bless you in Jesus Mighty Name
Hey man...I appreciate that..That hit HOME..I been helping as much as I can to people lives back on track..Thank you brother for the acknowledgement,you always💯💯💯💯💯with me💪💪🙏🙏🙏👍💯💯
@@Tush1411 hi , I’m doing good thanks for asking .... other than the whole world changing this past year I’m glad to be in my right mind and not have to worry about anxiety and those uncomfortable feelings of caffeine withdrawal.... it’s so weird to see it from the other side when at one time I was on the side of total despair .... it’s good to have total control of my thoughts and emotions
@@11dayzjourney hey Benny... first of all thank you for your testimony.... it helps to know people have battled the monster and come out on top... if I may ask... when you were in the thick of things... what was it like for you? Thoughts? Physical feelings? If you don’t mind me asking...
@@LrgPicture for sure 🙏🏼 I felt like gripping thoughts of guilt and fear that I couldn’t shake past mistakes in my marriage, past drug abuse every negative thought was amplified,early in the morning or evening mostly when I was by myself.... I’m a over thinker as it is so I’m sure that had a bit to do with how caffeine effected my brain. I felt head pressure as if my head was literally in vice. It would come and go along with ringing in my ears. Pins and needles in my hands and feet. Neck pain muscle tension. Sleepless nights 2-4 hours . It came in overwhelming bouts where I had to jump out of the shower or run outside my house to feel some type of relief. My teenage boy saw me during one episode and he asked me are you ok dad? I tried to play it off and I said I’m ok just not feeling well... I did not know how to explain these emotions to anyone but my wife. This video gave me hope that I would eventually gain control of my thoughts and come back to a level head. I Thank God for this man heaven knows
Strangely I've been craving coffee now (almost 2 months out) than in the 1st month ..but I wont give in ..I never would've thought that quitting caffeine would cause bouts of no sleep and anxious feelings
Cato! Quick question! I had some dairy queen ice cream after about 2 months no caff and I realized it could have a couple mg of caffeine in it..I heard it takes 3 weeks for caffeine to leave your system then you can start healing, have I disrupted my recovery at all? I don't want to extend this extreme anxiety i am experiencing daily.. Thanks!
Great video, thanks for all the words of encouragement!!! I am feeling all the symptoms you explained, but wanted to know how long do heart palpitations last for when quitting caffeine? I can almost feel my heart beat in my stomach/midsection ever since I quit caffeine and that was about 2-3 weeks ago.little bouts of depression and anxiety, but managing it. Starting taking Ashwagandha two days ago.
@@Jensonjhbodybuilding it lasted on and off for 1 1/2 years. Just recently started to feel completely withdrawal free. Crazy amount of time it took. All I will treat myself to is a cup of hot chocolate.
Hey Cato, I have a question. I had a caffeine overdose and due to me not drinking coffee I’m having withdrawals. Today would be 3 months and 20 days without caffeine & having withdrawals. After my withdrawals are gone should I go back to caffeine or just quit it for good? Thank you so much!
You should quit for good, because there is nothing in it. Lose of money, lose of time, lose of health and many more loses on the other hand there is nothing to gain. However in the end you're the one what you gonna choose.
J ABRAMS I’m on the process of cutting down caffeine then to cold turkey ..I do have some weed on the side to smoke just to elevate my mood when needed .
5month and half for me . Anxiety and depression are so hard . I m afraid ...this horrible situation seems to be définitive. You are very important for many people who want to stop caffeine .
Fafa it will get easier, I was i your shoes and I know 2 others I’ve gotten close with who also were in your shoes bc of this and they’re seeing that what Cato has said it true. It feels like it will never end..but you’ll see..this won’t be your life forever! Look forward to that. Stay strong
Who else is feeling positive that they will recover after watching this.?
I was watching some of your videos today and I wrote a comment on how I’ve been feeling so much anxiety and fear. I must say this one kind of made me laugh for the first time in a long time. I started laughing when you said some people say they are still drinking tea and you were like are you kidding me?? Tea has caffeine. That’s like me in the first month I quit coffee and dark chocolate. I thought it was ok that I was eating nestle toll house milk chocolate chip cookies during that first month. I had no idea that was another form of caffeine. Then I realized what the heck are you doing and I started researching caffeine products and wow caffeine is in so many foods, drinks, hygiene products and medications. I am very careful now that I’m not consuming any caffeine products now. That’s probably why my brain is going through all these really scary changes. I love your videos and I appreciate all the time and energy you put into this. I never knew caffeine withdrawal was the reason I was going through this horrible experience. I happened to watch one of your videos by accident and I was like bingo I’m actually not having a nervous breakdown or some kind of brain tumor or cancer. Thank you!!
Everyone just beginning their caffeine free journey, if you’re suffering and watching this video looking for Hope ..listen to this man! I started talking to Cato last year a month after quitting caffeine. I thought I was dying. I suffered so bad daily from anxiety for a first time for weeks and weeks almost never getting a break, not eating, scary intrusive thoughts physical symptoms, depression...I stopped cold turkey with Pre workout..Cato would reassure me almost daily that it would get better..and a few times I would second guess him bc I was feeling so shitty for so long. Now I’m about to hit 18 months! Cato is spot on guys. Just hold tight! It’s hard and it feels like forever but it does get easier with time and eventually you will be back feeling more like yourself. Most ppl say you’ll feel better than before! You just have to ride the wave and get through it. I went to see doctors. They always said the same thing, “ Here, take these meds..you’ve got an anxiety disorder” I have NEVER had issues with anxiety..didn’t even know what it was until I quit. The Drs will steer you towards meds. You have to choose to push through on your own without them. It’s gonna suck, but when you get through to being happy again naturally..you’ll be grateful to yourself that you didn’t jump on to anything else to get you through. You can do it guys. Patience, faith, strength. Watch Cato’s videos! Lol what also helped me is that I had someone else who was going through it, close timeline to mine(he found me on Cato’s comments actually and reached out)..we went through it together talking daily to just help eachother out. It helps if you have someone else who is going through it to talk to. Well, it did for me.
Thanks for this comment i was also second guessed him on my first week but im doing better
Thx a lot for this
how long before your depresion and your anxiety decreases ?
Thank you for that positive feedback😊🙏💪👍👍
Fafa for me, it was on and off the entire time from beginning til even after a year. I’m being honest... BUT it was the hardest and worst about 1-6 months in. Getting hit daily with those feelings. I felt and had seen things in my mind that I’d never imagine feeling it seeing. It was scary. It got easier after that 6 months..because it’ll hit you...but it won’t last as long or happen as frequently and I believe you gain some mental strength back with time where you can be more rational and recognize that those shitty feelings you’re feeling are related to the withdrawal. It becomes minimal and you are able to get on with your life. You just have to stay patient..bc trust me after some time of dealing with this..you’re going to get angry with the fact that you still have to deal with some dips. You want to be 100% back to yourself again, and that will come..just don’t go trying to find ways to substitute those happy feelings, your body has to do that on its own, in its own time. You just have to ride the shitty wave until it’s over and you’re feeling great again! I’ve seen many others who also say how amazing they feel after this who are 2+ years free. I’m getting to that point myself. 18 months today! 🤗
Its inspiring video.. Thank you
Thank you! 5 months now, so grateful for your videos!
I quit in December 2020.
Panic attack and anxiety non stop occurred.
3 months later here I’m about 30% of what it was. Thank you for your videos!
Thanks so much what you're doing. I've been dealing with this for 3 years. But didn't know it was anxiety. But once I knew it was and I accepted it I felt better but still grinding to get better. I'll keep you guys updated. Thanks from Australia 🇦🇺
Thank you so much for coming back bro
How you doing bro ?
Thank you cato!!! These are going to help me in the months to come! I just tell myself to drink 2 liters of water a day, eat healthy, go for a walk and DON'T LOOK BACK!.
How you now ?
good to see you man
Do na you know if you go back to caffeine will your withdrawal symptoms go away
Excellent video. 👍☺
Cato thank you for this video. Since November of 2020 to present my symptoms have come and go. I have months where I'm doing great and I don't feel like I'm off balance to months where my symptoms come right back again. I haven't had a real coffee in over a year but like you stated in this video, even decaf coffee has caffeine in it and yes, I have been going back to that and drinking one once a day. I noticed that even with decaf, my symptoms tend to return but after a few weeks/months of not drinking decaf, my symptoms slowly go away again. Caffeine and anxiety most def. My symptoms are all balance issues and not getting the proper amount of sleep. Keep making these videos Cato because you're really impacting and helping other people out there who are struggling with true caffeine withdrawals which in turn leads to anxiety. I would have never thought that caffeine could cause this nor last this long. The 0-9 days is completely wrong for people like me who suffer from the extreme withdrawal and anxiety that comes with it. Did you ever have balance issues when going through your withdrawal? I know anxiety causes this but didn't know if you had to deal with feeling off balance? Thanks Cato!
The living legend himself. Glad to see you're doing great man. Im 16 months in now. Things slowly going back to normal. Much respect man. Thank you for everything.
Hey bro how you feeling im in my 9th month I'm happy for you that you're feeling better!
Thanks..Im happy to see your almost done with them symptoms..awesome
16 months and still not back to better? I’m like 4 months in. Is it even worth it?
J C Lol same
@Warhead-226 How have you been?
I have been trying for months to get off. The anxiety and depression during withdrawal is no joke. Really love your videos and no nonsense way of approaching it.
I agrreee im about to be on my 2nd month and damn rn i got an anxiety attack and today i felt good but today at 12 00 in the night i experienced it like if i was in my first week
Ashwagandha, magnesium, iron and working out 5 days a week its no joke i was consuming between 500-700 mg a day the withdrawals were very dark and scary
How are you feeling
Still having issues eight months in on and off.
Same@@matthaines4249
I can’t thank you enough sir
Man it’s crazy you look way better than your earlier videos ,you can see the improvement in your face how quitting caiffine changed you .
I am surprised that caffeine can have such a effect on our minds and take so long to recover from. 27 day in and it's daily struggle as I quit cannabis also. I will never use either again. thank you Cato for your videos. these are so awesome and supportive. please keep making these.
same im at 4 months no caffeine, 40 days no bud im thinking about giving in tho
My Man Kato... Hey brother thanks a million Only God knows how much you helped me in my time of need .. bro I was so desperate and terrified in those months but listening to your videos gave me hope to make it day after day and night after night and the fact that you would take the time and respond to my questions made me feel hopeful and encouraged ... I never thought that I wouldl know what it felt like to not have anxiety bouts in my life I thought I would always have those awe full dreadful feelings ... I would’ve never guessed that caffeine would do a number like that to me... it’s be about 14 months now and back in February to March is when I can honestly say that I was feeling 💯 it took about 6-8 months to come to that point .... keep on making a difference my friend heaven knows God Bless you in Jesus Mighty Name
Hey man...I appreciate that..That hit HOME..I been helping as much as I can to people lives back on track..Thank you brother for the acknowledgement,you always💯💯💯💯💯with me💪💪🙏🙏🙏👍💯💯
@Benny How are you now?
@@Tush1411 hi , I’m doing good thanks for asking .... other than the whole world changing this past year I’m glad to be in my right mind and not have to worry about anxiety and those uncomfortable feelings of caffeine withdrawal.... it’s so weird to see it from the other side when at one time I was on the side of total despair .... it’s good to have total control of my thoughts and emotions
@@11dayzjourney hey Benny... first of all thank you for your testimony.... it helps to know people have battled the monster and come out on top... if I may ask... when you were in the thick of things... what was it like for you? Thoughts? Physical feelings? If you don’t mind me asking...
@@LrgPicture for sure 🙏🏼 I felt like gripping thoughts of guilt and fear that I couldn’t shake past mistakes in my marriage, past drug abuse every negative thought was amplified,early in the morning or evening mostly when I was by myself.... I’m a over thinker as it is so I’m sure that had a bit to do with how caffeine effected my brain. I felt head pressure as if my head was literally in vice. It would come and go along with ringing in my ears. Pins and needles in my hands and feet. Neck pain muscle tension. Sleepless nights 2-4 hours . It came in overwhelming bouts where I had to jump out of the shower or run outside my house to feel some type of relief. My teenage boy saw me during one episode and he asked me are you ok dad? I tried to play it off and I said I’m ok just not feeling well... I did not know how to explain these emotions to anyone but my wife. This video gave me hope that I would eventually gain control of my thoughts and come back to a level head. I Thank God for this man heaven knows
I am improving man, I listen to this video almost everyday. And it gives me a lot courage and motivation ❤
How are you feeling
@@nnancy718 some days i am doing great, and some days anxiety, depression
@@tayhymur I'm sorry to hear that I feel the same way and more symptoms I hope this doesn't last for ever
@@nnancy718 yeah i hope so too, however we're together in this so it will 😊
@@tayhymur yes we are
Does anxiety make someone feel tired.
Strangely I've been craving coffee now (almost 2 months out) than in the 1st month ..but I wont give in ..I never would've thought that quitting caffeine would cause bouts of no sleep and anxious feelings
Cato! Quick question! I had some dairy queen ice cream after about 2 months no caff and I realized it could have a couple mg of caffeine in it..I heard it takes 3 weeks for caffeine to leave your system then you can start healing, have I disrupted my recovery at all? I don't want to extend this extreme anxiety i am experiencing daily.. Thanks!
from what he told me is that it doesnt extend it, it just makes the experience worst cheers.
Did anybody have lower back pain from caffeine withdraws ??
It's common for everyone
Yes
yes.....
Great video, thanks for all the words of encouragement!!! I am feeling all the symptoms you explained, but wanted to know how long do heart palpitations last for when quitting caffeine? I can almost feel my heart beat in my stomach/midsection ever since I quit caffeine and that was about 2-3 weeks ago.little bouts of depression and anxiety, but managing it. Starting taking Ashwagandha two days ago.
How you doing now??
How you doing now??
@@Jensonjhbodybuilding a lot better. Just feeling sick right now because I have Covid. My wife and I got it at the same time. Sucks.
@@swizard0922 oh no how long did the palpitations last with the withdrawals
@@Jensonjhbodybuilding it lasted on and off for 1 1/2 years. Just recently started to feel completely withdrawal free. Crazy amount of time it took. All I will treat myself to is a cup of hot chocolate.
Does ashwagandha hinder recovery progress ???
Hey Cato, I have a question. I had a caffeine overdose and due to me not drinking coffee I’m having withdrawals. Today would be 3 months and 20 days without caffeine & having withdrawals. After my withdrawals are gone should I go back to caffeine or just quit it for good? Thank you so much!
You should quit for good, because there is nothing in it. Lose of money, lose of time, lose of health and many more loses on the other hand there is nothing to gain. However in the end you're the one what you gonna choose.
tayhymur Thank you so much !💕
@@neneisrael9456 Anything 🤞
@@neneisrael9456 how long has it been for you off it now
@@nnancy718 6 months and 15 days today❤️, what about you?
Its not juat caffeine its quitting anything
Cannabis helped in healing from the damage of caffeine for me.
How often did you use cannabis ?
@@MikeJones-fp9cb only to heal and then leave it alone
J ABRAMS I’m on the process of cutting down caffeine then to cold turkey ..I do have some weed on the side to smoke just to elevate my mood when needed .
5month and half for me . Anxiety and depression are so hard . I m afraid ...this horrible situation seems to be définitive.
You are very important for many people who want to stop caffeine .
Fafa it will get easier, I was i your shoes and I know 2 others I’ve gotten close with who also were in your shoes bc of this and they’re seeing that what Cato has said it true. It feels like it will never end..but you’ll see..this won’t be your life forever! Look forward to that. Stay strong
@@KLaniD89 thx you so munch
Man does it take that long ..I can’t even quit yet and I have all that to go through after quitting lol
@Fafa how are you doing now?
@@Tush1411 7 months and sometimes little better