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The Transformative Power of Being Alcohol Free with Andy Ramage
Episode 379
Angela engages in a frank and candid conversation with the great Andy Ramage, who shares his journey of giving up alcohol and the positive impact it had on his life. Andy discusses his personal experience of transitioning from a high-paced, alcohol-fuelled lifestyle to one focused on health, fitness, and personal growth.
He highlights the importance of building healthy habits, setting goals, and staying committed to change, as well as emphasising the significance of overcoming ambivalence towards alcohol and creating a compelling future without it.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Encouraging the adoption of healthy behaviours and habits, such as exercise and journaling, can create a positive loop of motivation and success.
- Recognising that setbacks and failures are a natural part of the journey towards change can help individuals bounce back stronger and continue on their path.
- By setting clear goals and values, individuals can train their brains to filter out information that aligns with their aspirations, leading to more focused and purposeful actions.
- Utilising alcohol-free alternatives in social situations can help individuals feel more comfortable and confident while socialising without alcohol.
BEST MOMENTS
"Life had plateaued a little bit. I'd got early onset heart disease I'd just discovered. My relationships were somewhat strained and it was a real awakening of Actually, what are we all doing? This is nuts."
"I think it's ambivalence, that love-hate relationship in our brain with alcohol, which most people carry. So there's that moment of awareness of, actually, I think this is not serving me anymore."
"When we can get so caught up in the steps, and that is a necessary part of it, like you say, you have to do the work, but you also have to switch your mind on to what's important."
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ABOUT THE GUEST
Andy Ramage is a leading expert on how alcohol impacts peak performance across all areas of life. He believes that 70% of people in the UK are underperforming in life because of their alcohol habits, without even realising it, from health and fitness, to business, work, to relationships.....everything.
Former professional footballer and founder of two major stock brokerages, Andy Ramage recently celebrated his 10-year alcohol-free anniversary , something that he has charted along the way, inspiring thousands of others to do the same.
He's been described as the 'Godfather' of the alcohol-free world after initially founding the One Year, No Beer campaign which has helped thousands and still runs today. Two years ago he also co-founded the Dryy app which already has more than 20,000 members.
He's a senior trainer with the Professional Footballers' Association, where he shares his mindset, business and life wisdom with the country's top young footballers to help them achieve peak performance throughout their career, fulfill their potential and enjoy life. He also trains alcohol-free coaches through his treble accredited programme.
ABOUT THE HOST
Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago