I came in Saturday night (early Sunday AM really) and hugged the porcelain telephone (the toilet).
I then spent the whole of Sunday in bed.
Missing out on sunshine, surfing, food and some tasks that I wanted to work on for my business.
Was my night out good? Yes
Did I need to drink that much (or at all) to enjoy the special occasion? No.
Was it worth the hangover? Hell no.
I’ve noticed a trend.
I know a few men who are 50+ and are lean and fit.
What do they have in common? They either don’t drink or rarely drink.
I’m 42 and keeping my weight off and sustaining my energy levels has been getting harder.
But I’ve been here before.
When I was 27, I was a weekend binge drinker.
That’s a socially acceptable form of alcoholism where I’m from.
I would never drink during the week but on the weekend I would go out and drink until 3/4am on Friday and Saturday.
One day I went to the doctor complaining of stomach pains and she ran blood tests.
My sugar and cholesterol levels were high and I had damaged my liver.
The doctor advised that I lose weight and wind back my drinking.
Challenge accepted.
Let’s start with a month and see how I go….
I picked up a copy of “The Easy Way to Control Alcohol” by Allen Carr.
I had read a similar title by him in the past to quit smoking and it worked.
1 month in and I had dropped 5kg.
Slept well.
Less anxious.
Increased confidence.
Higher energy levels.
Mental clarity.
Improved mood.
Increased productivity.
In 6 months I had dropped from 110kg to 85kg.
I didn’t drink alcohol for 7 years.
The benefits were huge.
For me, I honestly found the hardest bit was..
Having to continually explain why you aren’t drinking to someone who drinks regularly.
It’s an alien idea to them.
They think you are missing out.
Why am I sharing this?
If you are a regular drinker, these benefits may sound like a fantasy.
It’s not a fantasy.
Especially if you are a business owner struggling to get all the things done and want time for a fully lived life, this makes it a lot easier…
From my side, I’ve picked up the book again.
Let’s get those benefits back.
Harder, better, faster, stronger….
Here were my key take-aways:
1. Alcohol as a Deceptive Trap
Alcohol provides no real benefits, only the illusion of pleasure and relaxation.
The mental conditioning around alcohol creates a cycle of dependency.
2. Removing the Desire to Drink
Rather than relying on willpower, this method focuses on understanding the reasons for drinking and eliminating the desire itself.
Once the desire is gone, quitting becomes easier.
3. The Brainwashing of Society
Society often glamorizes alcohol, leading people to believe it’s essential for relaxation, socializing, and fun.
In reality it is simply a poison that numbs the senses.
4. Breaking Free from Fear
Many people fear that life will be less enjoyable without alcohol.
By removing alcohol, life becomes clearer, more fulfilling, and less stressful.
5. Empowering Choices
The book emphasizes that quitting alcohol is a positive step toward freedom, health, and happiness, rather than a sacrifice or loss.
Talk soon,
Lloyd
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