Jerry Seinfield's thoughts on the struggle

And reasons why I'm quitting booze

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Burak Esen
August 30, 2022

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IT'S SUPPOSED TO BE HARD

We went from hunting and gathering to Doordashing and Uber Eating.

From horse and buggy to now almost self driving.

And a great as these advances are, there are some drawbacks.

One drawback to highlight is how soft we've gotten as a society overall.

Yes, even you reading this.

Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all.

Dale Carnegie

The struggle, the moments of doubt, that "dip" before you achieve something is what gives milestones their spark.

Folks like Jerry Seinfeld and Michael Jordan value the struggle. There's no reason to live without something to struggle towards.

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I believe it's essential to be aware of your vice(s) and to have the ability to be in control over them rather than the opposite.

A vice of mine is alcohol... cocktails infused with gin and various beers are part of many weekends of mine. But i'm at the turning point where the drawbacks outweigh the benefits.

I thought it would be an effective exercise to participate in what comedian Joe Rogan calls Sober October.

The remarks made from this video almost sold me to at least try a 30 day hiatus.

Alcohol is the only drug where if you don't do it, people assume you have a problem. 

Chris Williamson

I'm curious to know what habits you are changing in the upcoming months.

Respond to this email with any tips/tricks/takeaways and your views on the drinking culture in your country.

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