A little advice for anyone thinking of quitting Dr. Pepper… Don’t. I am a week in and am still suffering from withdrawals. Now if you drink an occasional soda or if you are not severely addicted to caffeine go ahead and quit today you’ll probably be fine, but if you’re like me and drink 44oz + a day and still want more, you may want to consider these tips.
#1 Don’t do it cold turkey…just don’t. Wean yourself down slowly, very slowly.
#2 Prepare in advance, as if you were having surgery or a baby. Make a few meals and put them in the freezer, stock your cupboards with lots of sinful snacks and treats, hire a sitter or beg a friend to take the kids off your hands. Get ready this is not going to be a picnic.
#3 Buy some Excedrin, Goodys Powder and laxatives- bet you didn’t know that was coming, but trust me if you are planning on quitting take one now just for good measure…
#4 Clear your schedule, you don’t want to be stuck in a situation that requires patience, thought or friendly banter of any kind.
#5 Get a quitting buddy, it is the only thing that kept me from cheating, at least until we cheated together.
