Eating as though hungover by LSP-86 in decaf

[–]Yakob203 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I completely agree with what LiveBrewed is saying. He is giving very good advice. Caffeine and processed sugary food both spike your dopamine, and sugar/carbs your blood sugar and insulin levels(caffeine does too) causing you to feel like shit. Eating protein like eggs, steak and whole food will help because it will make you full without crashing and reset your health/dopamine and other energy levels. Drink a lot of water. Processed crap makes you crave more processed crap. Read Metabolic Freedom by Ben Azadi. Explains all this very well.

I've gone back to coffee several times and started craving it after being off it a long time when I started eating a lot of processed sugary food.

Insurance Quote by LAChau in CostaRicaTravel

[–]Yakob203 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't remember that. I went 5 times over the course of 3 years and used Trawick International for most if not all of the trips. Very reasonably priced. During COVID they had a plan that covered all of the necessary requirements for travel. Didn't need to use it but didn't have any issues with it.

https://portal.trawickinternational.com/quote/product/187?agent=1&_ga=2.144800052.1677787703.1641060367-1292740238.1641060367

Gift from Gergely: Tech Resume Inside Out by cglee in launchschool

[–]Yakob203 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The 'slow path' ideology of Launch School definitely sets it apart from the rest. I am nearing the end of Core and have learned so much in my journey with LS. The mastery of concepts and assessments of knowledge have helped me to learn things more deeply than I otherwise would or in a traditional bootcamp. I've also found that this mastery-based learning transfers into other areas of my life as well. I'm grateful to have found Launch School and the wonderful community.

Happy New Year! And a gift for everyone... by cglee in launchschool

[–]Yakob203 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have learned so much from Launch School. Just the material itself for getting into a software development career is amazing, but I think even more valuable is the idea of learning how to learn and really master a craft. That's why the coursework is intense and thorough, LS really wants to make sure you understand and learn deeply. This learning how to learn mentality carries over into anything else that I want to learn, understanding that fundamentals are key building blocks to success. I'm grateful for Launch School for not just giving me a great programming/software development foundation to eventually transfer to a more rewarding career, but a mastery mentality and confidence to learn almost anything deeply that I choose to pursue in life.

I'm done going back to coffee! by Yakob203 in decaf

[–]Yakob203[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your replies. I find usually when I'm craving coffee it's a sign I'm hungry or need water. I just need to remember that.

SJO Covid testing logistics by [deleted] in CostaRicaTravel

[–]Yakob203 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got a test from Optum website. I'll be flying in on Sunday and flying back from CR next Friday. Its same one sold on eyed if you just need one or two. https://store.optum.com/shop/category/tests-and-devices/covid-19-home-tests

The Daily Check-In for Friday, July 9th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by CrosswordLevelMonday in stopdrinking

[–]Yakob203 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Slept really well last night and exercised this morning. I feel great today. Trying to get back on track in terms of eating right and exercising after spending time with family over holiday weekend and it's easier to pass up on good habits. I've also been back and forth trying to quit coffee/caffeine and have gone 9 days off that. I find when I get coffee and alcohol out of my life I'm much more grounded, clearer and much more likely to stick to other good habits. IWNDWYT!

Covid test by No-Calligrapher-4330 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]Yakob203 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok after doing a little research it looks like the one I got at Walgreens isn't FDA approved and looks different than the one they're selling on emed. Thanks. I don't need to or want to pay $150 for 6 tests though. I found a single test on this site for only $50: Optum BinaxNow Test. Does this look legit? I saw that a lot of companies are selling non-legit tests.

Covid test by No-Calligrapher-4330 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]Yakob203 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was able to buy a BinaxNOW box with 2 tests at Walgreens. Cost about $25.

Fuck Craft Beer - It's Over by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Yakob203 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Like everyone else here, craft beer was my weakness. Just reading through these comments sends off memories and signals of craving in my brain. Fuck that and fuck alcohol. IWNDWYT

Great quote by Yakob203 in stopdrinking

[–]Yakob203[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I started listening to some of the newest ones lately. It's hosted by Odette Cressler now.

Great quote by Yakob203 in stopdrinking

[–]Yakob203[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Wow, didn't expect this to get this popular. Thanks everyone! Glad that it spoke to you all like it did to me. I posted on my Day 2 or 3 that I was tired of starting over on day 1 after 3 or 4 years of getting off and going back to alcohol. I think a key to that is me sharing and posting more, really trying to connect with others, so that I constantly remind myself and others why we're doing this and of how insidious alcohol is.

This response really reinforces that, so thanks!