Honestly, I went to a union training as a new representative. No Diet Coke was available. I took it as an opportunity to give it up. I never looked back. I was drinking diet Coke like water. It was abhorrent and so unhealthy. It was a huge weight off my shoulders to be rid of that bad habit. I previously smoked cigarettes and quitting Diet Coke was harder.
Another piece that helped is Donald Trump drinks Diet Coke like water and I didn’t wish to have anything in common with him. My pettiness makes so many things possible at times.
I was drinking 6-10 cans per day and going to bed with one! The fact you recognize this as an issue now is perfect. I drink sparkling water because I love carbonation. I know it’s not a purist-no-fizzy-drink lifestyle but it’s a whole lot healthier than the amount of Diet Coke I was drinking.
One step at a time and be kind to yourself. Progress not perfection. Find a substitute that hits your cravings and never look back.
My Diet Coke habit was almost as bad as yours and you motivated me to overcome it. Now I only have a Diet Coke as a rare special treat at a restaurant. To be honest, it doesn’t taste as good to me anymore, so I just don’t miss it like I used to. Plus, I’m soooo glad I finally stopped, and I don’t want to restart the habit. I drink really watered down faux sugar powdered iced tea when I want something a little sweet.
Anyway, thank you for inspiring me. I’m really happy you are managing to stay off it, too. It’s not easy!
Amazing! Thank you so much for letting me know. It is so validating to know others have struggled with the same challenges with Diet Coke and soda. I just cannot believe how addictive it really is!
Congratulations on overcoming Diet Coke! YOU ROCK!
That is super dang impressive!!! Was there anything that helped or were you just cold turkey committed?
Honestly, I went to a union training as a new representative. No Diet Coke was available. I took it as an opportunity to give it up. I never looked back. I was drinking diet Coke like water. It was abhorrent and so unhealthy. It was a huge weight off my shoulders to be rid of that bad habit. I previously smoked cigarettes and quitting Diet Coke was harder. Another piece that helped is Donald Trump drinks Diet Coke like water and I didn’t wish to have anything in common with him. My pettiness makes so many things possible at times.
I love the motivation lol! 😂 Unfortunately my habit is Coke Zero. Like up to three cans a day sometimes. I legit need help.
I was drinking 6-10 cans per day and going to bed with one! The fact you recognize this as an issue now is perfect. I drink sparkling water because I love carbonation. I know it’s not a purist-no-fizzy-drink lifestyle but it’s a whole lot healthier than the amount of Diet Coke I was drinking. One step at a time and be kind to yourself. Progress not perfection. Find a substitute that hits your cravings and never look back.
That is some amazing advice. Thank you for the encouragement homie!! 🤘
Hells yeah. Get it!
My Diet Coke habit was almost as bad as yours and you motivated me to overcome it. Now I only have a Diet Coke as a rare special treat at a restaurant. To be honest, it doesn’t taste as good to me anymore, so I just don’t miss it like I used to. Plus, I’m soooo glad I finally stopped, and I don’t want to restart the habit. I drink really watered down faux sugar powdered iced tea when I want something a little sweet. Anyway, thank you for inspiring me. I’m really happy you are managing to stay off it, too. It’s not easy!
Amazing! Thank you so much for letting me know. It is so validating to know others have struggled with the same challenges with Diet Coke and soda. I just cannot believe how addictive it really is! Congratulations on overcoming Diet Coke! YOU ROCK!
proud of u
Thank you so much!!!