Personally, I grew up despising the smell of coffee. While my parents loved waking up to that aroma every single morning, I couldn't stand it. However, when I began to work at my local bagel store, my perspective changed. Knowing that I needed to be peppy and energetic at sunrise, I decided that I needed more support than a decent night's sleep. So, I turned to coffee and now, as a stressed college student, I haven't looked back. Here is the basic outline of how every coffee addict comes to be, as told by some of the most relatable characters.
1. You are desperate for that extra kick:
Have to study for an exam? Work an early shift? The caffeine in coffee will be the perfect way to stay awake!
https://giphy.com/explore/just-coffee
2. You try a taste of coffee and can't help but cringe:
No matter how light and sweet it originally is made, it tastes disgusting. Coffee is an acquired taste, but trust me, you'll learn to love it.
https://imgur.com/gallery/vvAOTn3
3. Your coffee is basically cream and sugar with coffee flavoring:
I can't lie, I still drink my coffee this way, except usually with espresso to up the caffeine level. Hey, as long as I get coffee.
http://nbcparksandrec.tumblr.com/post/40847976865/...
4. You slowly begin to rely on coffee to power through your day:
One or two late nights or early mornings begin to evolve into a daily ritual. Somehow, you wind up getting your daily source of water through coffee.
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5. Your friends suffer this addiction with you:
My best friend and I have bonded the most over Dunkin Donuts runs -- we have each other's orders memorized (okay, maybe we get the same thing). College kids especially will always be ready for a coffee date.
http://betches.com/15-questionable-lessons-we-lear...
6. You cannot function without it:
You miss a cup? Suddenly, you're head starts to pound and your hands begin to shake. You're addicted.
https://spoonuniversity.com/how-to/greys-anatomy-drinking-game
7. The unaffected try and intervene:
There are a few people in this world have decided to not indulge in the benefits of coffee. When they see just how addicted you've become, they may try and "help".
https://giphy.com/gifs/the-office-pranks-jim-halpe...
8. It's too late, you already basically live at the coffee shop:
You're a goner. You know the location of every Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks or cafe near your work, school and home. Many of the employees have your order memorized.
https://giphy.com/gifs/friends-coffee-central-perk...
9. You're in too deep...
You're at the point where you consume more coffee than anything else. It might be a problem, but you've accepted it.
https://giphy.com/gifs/coffee-monday-3D1v8iexqiPbq
I've definitely hit all of the stages as a coffee lover. While I know that I am absolutely addicted to this drink, I have no plans of stopping any time soon.