The BluePrint with Dr. Erik Korem #349. How Eliminating Alcohol Created a Psychological Renaissance with Jay Martin
Decision making separates successful leaders from the rest. So what mindset tweaks propelled Jay Martin to grow and sell multiple businesses all while being an ultra-marathoner, raising 3 kids, and living the “sovereign life”?
In this raw conversation, Jay reveals how removing alcohol created a “psychological renaissance” that changed his confidence, depth of relationships, and decision-making processes. Learn why he now runs an intentionally lean company for agility and freedom. You’ll also discover how Jay’s “Sovereign Life Blueprint” creates accountability to actually do the work and achieve your big visions.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why Jay initially blamed staff for his business struggles
- How quitting drinking forced new thinking and creativity
- How quitting alcohol deepened his relationships
- Creating goals with accountability built in
- The Sovereign Life Blueprint
Jay provides rare vulnerability and wisdom for becoming the best version of yourself as an entrepreneur, spouse, and parent. Tune in now to get inspired and equipped to live life on purpose.
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Quotable moments:
"I didn't know how much of an impact alcohol was having on my life in terms of how I thought about myself, how I managed relationships, how I digested stress, all of this stuff until I removed it." - Jay Martin
"Abstaining from that common practice really forced me to flex my critical thought and creative muscle in a new way." - Jay Martin
"Duration is what moves the needle." - Jay Martin
ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:
The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.
On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.
Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery.
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