Drinking & Self-Improvement: Can You Really Have Both? - Victoria English
Mar 24, 2025
Delve into the tension between alcohol and personal growth. Discover how drinking can hinder motivation and the application of self-improvement strategies. Hear an inspiring story of transformation that highlights neuroscience and the power of change. Explore the challenges of overcoming alcohol dependency and the support available to aid in your journey. Embrace the potential for a more fulfilling life by addressing what's truly holding you back.
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Sarah's Transformation
Sarah, a self-improvement enthusiast, felt stuck despite her efforts.
After quitting alcohol, she launched a business, improved her fitness, and felt more fulfilled.
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Dopamine's Role
Alcohol disrupts dopamine production, hindering motivation, not just reward.
This explains why those inspired by personal development may struggle to act.
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Alcohol and Sleep
Recognize how alcohol disrupts sleep, reducing energy for personal growth.
Ask yourself: Do you wake up energized or just trying to survive until the next drink?
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The Mountain Is You
Transforming Self-Sabotage into Self-Mastery
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The Mountain Is You delves into the reasons behind self-sabotaging behaviors and offers a comprehensive guide on how to transform these patterns into self-mastery. The book uses the metaphor of a mountain to represent the internal challenges we face and emphasizes the importance of deep internal work, such as excavating trauma, building emotional intelligence, and releasing past experiences. It encourages readers to take responsibility for their actions and to cultivate a resilient mindset to overcome their own barriers to success.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
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Victoria English
You read the books, follow the experts, and set big goals, but if alcohol is still in the picture, are you actually growing or just going through the motions? Drinking impacts focus, memory, and motivation, making real change harder than it needs to be.
So if you’re feeling stuck despite all your self-improvement efforts, maybe the problem isn’t what you’re learning, it’s what’s keeping you from applying it. Let’s break it down and get honest about what’s really in your way.
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