I've come to the conclusion that drinking alcohol is a totally pointless and self-destructive experience.
Although I have used alcohol as a catalyst for my social growth, I've come to the realization that it is not worth the trouble. Here is what I've gotten out of my alcohol consumption:
-decreased bank account
-decreased brain functioning (short-term and long)
-hangovers, vomiting, embarrassing attempts at dancing
-increased weight
-liver damage
-decreased health in general
Sure, alcohol has fueled a number of sexual encounters. However, the consumption ultimately led to the dysfunction...
I'm looking to leave alcohol behind until I achieve my goals, which are yet to be written in stone. Nonetheless, abstinence will only lead to good things.
Also, I have decided to begin the "lemon cleanse" fast tomorrow, perhaps lasting for 2+ weeks. I need to detox my liver, my brain, my body. I have been sick constantly since October, and it is undoubtedly a result of excess alcohol consumption. I also am looking to regain my physical conditioning. A year ago I was able to run four miles at a seven minute pace. Now, (albeit in the winter with a cold), I struggle to pound out a mile at under a 7:50 pace.
Beyond the physical cleanse, I am looking to renew my spiritual side. I have recently restarted my meditation practice, and I'm considering the prospect of exiting my social bubble, and joining the local Buddhist group. The daily meditation would be a welcome respite from my daily ills.
A gigantic decision lies on the horizon: grad school, leaving the country permanently, or traveling blindly to Asia in order to find a simpler path. All this will be decided before May...
More to come as my fast begins...
Although I have used alcohol as a catalyst for my social growth, I've come to the realization that it is not worth the trouble. Here is what I've gotten out of my alcohol consumption:
-decreased bank account
-decreased brain functioning (short-term and long)
-hangovers, vomiting, embarrassing attempts at dancing
-increased weight
-liver damage
-decreased health in general
Sure, alcohol has fueled a number of sexual encounters. However, the consumption ultimately led to the dysfunction...
I'm looking to leave alcohol behind until I achieve my goals, which are yet to be written in stone. Nonetheless, abstinence will only lead to good things.
Also, I have decided to begin the "lemon cleanse" fast tomorrow, perhaps lasting for 2+ weeks. I need to detox my liver, my brain, my body. I have been sick constantly since October, and it is undoubtedly a result of excess alcohol consumption. I also am looking to regain my physical conditioning. A year ago I was able to run four miles at a seven minute pace. Now, (albeit in the winter with a cold), I struggle to pound out a mile at under a 7:50 pace.
Beyond the physical cleanse, I am looking to renew my spiritual side. I have recently restarted my meditation practice, and I'm considering the prospect of exiting my social bubble, and joining the local Buddhist group. The daily meditation would be a welcome respite from my daily ills.
A gigantic decision lies on the horizon: grad school, leaving the country permanently, or traveling blindly to Asia in order to find a simpler path. All this will be decided before May...
More to come as my fast begins...