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sukhjit — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:28:00 -0000

Just reading your comment again! HI-larious! I'm actually going to be faced with that exact situation this weekend. Going to my cousin's wedding and there is going to be a LOT of temptation. On top of that I'm at my parent's house tonight and tomorrow morning there WILL BE cha! My Mom makes the best cha in the universe. It's the end of the road for my caffeine free month, but really the hardest part. Thanks for cheering me on! I really appreciate it! --sukhjit

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Japman — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:04:56 -0000

haha this was like a confessional.

Forgive me, Twitter, for I have Sinned.

It's good. it's a lil bit of guilt. You'll think of it the next time you feel tempted to take some cha or anything.

You ever had the experience at an auntie's house where you reject a cookie for the sole reasont hat you just don't feel like having a cookie that day.... and they're like "vaat? you don't like cookies??".. i figure it was probably better to have a quarter cup of cha than to get a reputation as being "the xyz's daughter.. the one who doesn't like cha"

Chin Up! 12 down, 18 to go. rip it up.

and you will be happy to know that Godiva is having a 60% off sale. The packages must ship by October 2nd. so you should make a pre-order to celebrate your accomplishment :) (i can't tell if that will motivate you to get through the last 18 days or make it that much harder)
http://bit.ly/p8fGV

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Japman — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:12:57 -0000

Not bad!!! Seven Days! Have you yelled at any old ladies or gotten any fits of roadrage as part of the withdrawal?

Keep it up!

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LossAngeles — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 16:36:22 -0000

On those stairs and people going up and down...actually I noticed some
of them in your video and think I should warn you..... and shhhhh mums
the word ...(they aren't real people they are mutants from another
planet so BE CAREFUL !!!!!)........

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sukhjit — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:08:52 -0000

Yes, the stairs were hard. Especially the steeper part... but that's what it's all about. I was kind of amazed at the people who ran the entire thing over and over again. I walked it about 4 times, stopping here and there to record, but my heart rate was up.

I certainly love the SF hills. They are a pain, but worth it... especially when there are views around every corner. Thanks for the comment today! Hope you are well. --sukhjit

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sukhjit — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:05:49 -0000

@rachaeljoytv Thanks, my Friend. So, why don't you come for a visit then? ;-)

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rachaeljoy — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:59:34 -0000

Well that view makes it all worth it, huh?! reminds me of my days taking the metro to work from DC to Bethesda and climbing the stairs out. It never seemed to get easier although it was always a spiritual experience: just take one step at a time. Anyway, I would love to climb SF stairs with you!! Keep it up! and up! and up!

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LossAngeles — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:56:33 -0000

I just watched the stairs video. That's much harder than it looks isn't it !! All my LA friends are lazy and I'm usually hiking alone !!

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sukhjit — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 01:16:55 -0000

@JAG Thanks for leaving a story. It's nice to hear about other people's coffee addiction breaking experience. I know I'll be drinking coffee again, I just don't plan to do it daily like I have been for..... years! Chai on the other hand is lifeblood for me too. Unfortunately, this month I won't be having any of that either. I'm pretty serious about this caffeine free month. I'm going to a big Indian wedding in a couple weeks and I know the chai is going to be everywhere. This is gonna test me!

Yes, I had to hide all the coffee making devices so I wouldn't be tempted. =) --sukhjit

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Jag — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:29:47 -0000

Hurray for you Sukhjit! Hope you are hanging in there and grumpiness-free.

I also gave up drinking coffee a years cold turkey realizing as you have that it is more of an addiction. I've never missed it a bit. (Though I can't say the same for I will never give up tea/cha as that stuff is my blood. Never.) Thanks to your spinach drink video, I've started eating better ... had lots of spinach and broccoli over the weekend. And, I didn't buy any junk food. Simply if you don't buy it and bring it home you won't consume it.

Show us a smile,
- Jag

p.s. I see you holding those coffee-making contraptions. LOL! We got many of those also sitting idle in our cupboards too.

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boronali — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 01:47:47 -0000

Think you got plenty of times to shape a guided tour schedule. Planning to come to West coast - i hope - during first semester of 2010 ...

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sukhjit — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:45:02 -0000

Thank you for the support and big giant thank you for taking the time to leave a comment here! That really makes my day. Yeah, thinking back to day 1 (which wasn't that long ago) I felt kind of confused but determined... I won't always have the time to go on a morning walk or to be so focused on my nutrition. To tell you the truth, I kind of wanted a challenge of some sorts that could shake me up and get me energized. We shall see if this does the trick. For now, getting so much great feedback from friends has made it better.

Thanks again for coming to my site! --sukhjit

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Japman — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:37:40 -0000

I watched Day 1 and Day 4, and it's already remarkable how you kind of looked worried about the idea in Day 1, and quite energetic -- or at least ready to tackle the adversity -- on Day 4.

The headaches are really the worst part. I used to cheat by doing green tea, though as you know, that also has some caffeine in it. This was back when I actually needed to take a stand...back in the days of 4 large coffees/day. Now, i'm back to a small or a medium every day.

Hang in there, and stay hydrated! You've got twitteran support!

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sukhjit — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:37:37 -0000

I think it is that same weekend! Awww. Bummer. I knew I should have messaged you sooner. The wedding BTW is about 2 hours outside Denver so our time to hang out would have been crunched. I would love an update on you and your life.. do email me when you get some time. --sukhjit

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sukhjit — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:35:44 -0000

Emilio! If you come to the West Coast this month, I'll be drinking water and... um soy milk! But if you come here any other time I'll be back in business (in moderation) and I promise to make sure you see places that you will enjoy... that means no "sock juice".

I went to a conference last year and one of the panel discussions was about why so many startups come to San Francisco and the Silicon Valley. The consensus was that one of the many factors wast the appreciation for good food and drink here. Of course it's different from the European epicurean experience but fantastic none the less.

When are you coming? =)

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chaeseco — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:22:34 -0000

Heh. Well, I'm not eating junk food. =) I'm just not sleeping as well as I should; allergies. Compress, that into a very busy work and life schedule and I have fewer chances to "sleep the day away"; to regain my balance. That's what I've been struggling with as of late. But, don't fret I will figure it out.

As far as vid communities. I think they're all lacking focus, IMO. Seesmic had it just right for a short period of time. But, they just didn't have the proper architecture to support the growth. For a while now, I have been thinking I should build something more complete and scalable. But I don't have the personal time or energy. I did buy the DNS and I know my general plan for the look, feel and backend. Of course I will "crush it" with some mobile phone support and an API.

You can always leave me private messages on TokBox. I check that from time to time.

Well I'm glad you're hanging in there. I have to get back to work. Good to talk to you, even if it's not video. =(

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christinielsen — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 15:18:13 -0000

Boo Hissery! I left a video response but I don't see it.
Good luck Sukhjit! I just finished a 10 day detox cleanse. I know you can do this. :)

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chaeseco — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 14:27:08 -0000

4 days! You can do it, I have faith in you!

At least you realized your dependency and are trying something new. Most people never get to that enlightened place in their life.

Keep it the good work!

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sukhjit — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:52:47 -0000

I just had to tell you that I also gave up tea and chocolate for this month... so it's more than the cup of coffee a day. I didn't realize how much caffeine I had daily.. I just didn't pay attention.

How are things with you? Still going to the gym as much? I'm turning up the dial on my workouts too. --sukhjit

ps thanks for the retweet! =)

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sukhjit — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:49:51 -0000

You are awesome Alan! Ok, I'm gonna stop worrying about you.. but I do hope you take care of yourself. It's important. Are you using any video communities anymore? Would be nice to catch up with folks via vids, I just don't know where they are. It was not so bad with my video comments worked, but it's been a long time since they broke and now I'm feeling so disconnected from y'all. I need to see you all and video back. Boo.

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sukhjit — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:47:33 -0000

Hey! Thanks for leaving a comment on my site! I appreciate it.... as for the torture, really, I agree with you. I'm not normally one to cut things completely out of my life. I believe in balance and moderation (when I can) but I want to see some improvements in my health and energy and I decided to do something simple like give up caffeine... little did I know how much caffeine I have been consuming daily! Now that I am not having I'm aware of how imbalanced my diet has been. This has been a good challenge for me... it's not for everyone.. but I'm feeling good about it! (tortured but good!) Thanks again for the visit! --sukhjit

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chaeseco — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:45:57 -0000

Heh. I'm doing alright. Just busy. Early morning meetings, late night work elevations, then early morning activities with other projects. Then add allergies keeping me up at times. I'm not getting a lot of "me" time to sit around and rest. But, I'm alright.

Don't worry! But thanks for the thought. Okay time to watch your new vid!

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sukhjit — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:37:35 -0000

Mark! That's great. I really love hearing that other friends are trying this coffee free life too! I just updated this post with a vlog post about some of my new habits too. Exercise is at the top of the list. I also like Yogi teas! This month I'm staying away from all caffeine so tea and chocolate are out too. And to top it off I am not having alcohol. I know... but I wanted a challenge!

I really appreciate your well wishes and I'm sending some back to you. Once this month is complete, I will go back to coffee, but I'll do it like you... occasional use. Do you have a particular day you drink coffee? Is it the same every week? Just curious. --sukhjit

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sukhjit — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:33:08 -0000

You are mean without coffee! Oh, come on Pete! Well, actually I can understand. I don't think I've been the most pleasant person the last 5 days... but I've been blaming it on the full moon too! I just did a vlog update to this post so if you get a chance check it out. You can see for yourself my day 4 progress! =)

Thanks for the comment! --sukhjit

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sukhjit — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:30:53 -0000

Oh my goodness. It has taken me forever to respond to your comment. I saw it and really wanted to leave a video.. but since I can't I just figured I'd show you how it's going via a proper vlog update. You can see I'm trying to find some good substitutions. It's been ok. This morning (the morning I did the video) I passed by so many coffee shops and cafes and it really was a challenge! The smell is mmmmm. I better stop talking about it.

So, your tweets say your super busy these days Alan. That's good, right? You seem like someone who loves to be challenged and constantly working on something... however I can tell you are a bit tired too. Are you taking care of yourself, my friend? Don't make me worry about you! =) --sukhjit