Conduct a personal “split test” by abstaining from alcohol for 28 or preferably 90 days, tracking both physiological (BMI, weight, heart rate) and subjective stats (productivity, motivation, relationships) to observe the improvements. This experiment helps you discover how much alcohol might be holding you back and reveals the visceral benefits of a break.
Focus on consistency rather than perfection in pursuing your goals, as showing up repeatedly and doing the right things enough times is key to achieving desired outcomes like a better body, relationships, or vibrancy. It’s about showing up, not being perfect.
Strive to embody the identity of the person who consistently performs the actions you desire, whether that’s someone who doesn’t drink, eats healthily, or moves their body regularly. This involves actively becoming the person doing the things you want to do.
Accept that failure is an inherent part of stepping outside your comfort zone; learn from mistakes, dust yourself off, and come back stronger, understanding that stumbling and fumbling are natural parts of the process.
Generate momentum in your life by taking any positive action, such as taking a break from alcohol, transforming your diet, or reading books, as this forward movement naturally fosters meaning and purpose. Don’t wait to figure out your purpose from a standing start; let it blossom from positive momentum.
Cultivate happiness, vibrancy, wellness, and vitality first, as research suggests that people who are happy and vibrant become successful, rather than success leading to happiness. This approach allows you to stumble upon meaning and success when imbued with positivity.
Actively question your relationship with alcohol, as it might be an overlooked factor “tripping people up” and preventing you from being your best self, even if you’re already examining other aspects of your health like diet or meditation.
When retraining yourself to socialize without alcohol, use alcohol-free alternatives that look and taste like alcoholic drinks. This provides a placebo effect, manages social pressure, and creates the necessary space to retrain your social behavior without relying on alcohol.
Be aware that your motivation will evolve; adapt your approach as the initial drive to start is often very different from the sustained motivation needed to keep going.
Make a commitment and start immediately on your desired changes, as this initial, obvious step is the number one thing to do.
Consider incorporating AG1, a daily health drink, into your routine, as it supports digestion and contains five strains of gut bacteria shown to enrich the gut microbiome and increase beneficial bacteria up to tenfold.
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