The simplest way to live a better life is to eliminate things that are causing you harm – mentally or physically. When making a change, my first instinct is to think about the new things I’ll do and implement, but the most growth happens from omission. Getting rid of alcohol was the first but step,Continue reading “The simplest way I started to live a better life”
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To be, or seeming to be?
It’s pretty easy to lie to ourselves and others about what we are. We can seem to be certain things simply through or words, titles, posts, and proclamations. Even if our actions don’t align with them. Rarely do people ever really follow up and dig in deeper to your business when you’re talking to them.Continue reading “To be, or seeming to be?”
Action over words
Saying you want something without taking action on it will lead to regret and madness We give too much power to what we say and not what we do You either want it or you don’t plain and simple. You can tell how bad you want it but how much effort you put into it.Continue reading “Action over words”
Questions to ask yourself before 2021 starts
Starting about two years ago, I started doing an end of the year review of myself. Here are the questions that I am currently answering and will answer to assess how this year went, where I can continue to grow, and what I need to do in 2021 to level up. A note: Most ofContinue reading “Questions to ask yourself before 2021 starts”
No one is coming to save you
and you’re not going to save them. The most difficult truth I’ve faced is that no one was going to save me. I write about my time with drinking a lot, but this statement goes far beyond that now. The reality is that individuals can only change when they make the decision to themselves. TheContinue reading “No one is coming to save you”
Oh, you read a book?
I’ve had people reach out to me pretty consistently online or even in person asking for help on how to build daily habits. About 10 minutes into those conversations, the same person who was just asking for help is now describing in detail how people should keep habits and how important it is to keepContinue reading “Oh, you read a book?”
5 Reasons You Should Try Going Sober
Even if it’s just for a month… One: You’ll save a ton of money Just look back at your bank statements and see how much you’ve spent on alcohol or purchases you made while being drunk (late night food, buying other people’s drinks, etc.) Extra cash each month from not drinking can be used toContinue reading “5 Reasons You Should Try Going Sober”
Emotions are a double edged sword
Negative emotions like envy, anxiety, anger, etc. can be your greatest weapon or what destroys you. Instead of avoiding them or trying to get rid of them, I’ve started to ask myself, “what is this saying about me?” For example, jealousy. I was and still am a jealous dude. But I’m jealous of people becauseContinue reading “Emotions are a double edged sword”
The repercussions of our actions
When I was going out every weekend, it was common for me to spend $200 on any given Friday, Saturday, or both. I hated looking at my bank account that next Monday when checking out the damage and felt shameful when I realized how much of the hard earned money I was spending trying toContinue reading “The repercussions of our actions”
Are you scared?
One way I can tell if I’m really growing is if I feel scared about what I’m telling myself I will achieve. Right now, I have financial and career goals that scare me. I’m not scared because I’m incapable or I’m not confident in my abilities. I know I can do the things I’ve setContinue reading “Are you scared?”
Potential 