When Ayurvedic wisdom met my morning coffee habit, everything changed. In this 30-day experiment, I quit coffee and discovered how caffeine had been masking my body’s natural rhythm. From headaches and fatigue to calm digestion and steady energy, this journey became a lesson in balance — guided by Ayurveda and five simple mindful coffee rules.

Long-haul legs, 3 a.m. reports, and sunrises that appear in the wrong direction—here’s how I manage life across time zones, what actually works for me on the line, and a concise toolkit you can use on your next trip!