Thread by @AlpacaAurelius

the past 7 years of my life have been a detox of modern society, deconstructing all my limiting beliefs, learning what it means to live a good life, figuring out how to be happy and healthy in the world's most toxic society...

here are some things i've learned:

1. everything popular is wrong. you need to be comfortable looking weird, swimming against the tide if you want to be happy and healthy today

2. stop trying to be the best. be the only. go all in on what makes you weird and unique

3. use your free time to build the life you want, not escape the life you have. i was working a job i despised, but instead of drinking every night, i'd come home and read books, teach myself to code, learn to market, apply for new jobs.

4. energy is everything. you cannot make creative, life changing decisions if you're sick. improve your health and everything else will start to fall into place

5. change your mornings to change your life. your morning sets the tone for your day....if you do the exact same thing every morning, you're more likely to have the exact same day. wake up earlier. start your day in silence with a book. don't use your phone. try something new.

6. most of your "friends" aren't really friends. they're drinking buddies and groups you fell into out of convenience. they don't want you to be your best, they want you to be like them. you need to stop listening to these people if you want to break free.

7. get a mentor, a therapist, or a close confidant who truly wants what is best for you and you can bounce all your ideas off of. nothing will change your life more than this loving guidance

8. rather than trying to change every little thing around you, change your inner world and the outer world will follow

9. move somewhere new. if you are really stuck in life, getting out of your existing environment forces you to confront yourself & set new goals

10. learn to cook. it's easier, cheaper, tastier and healthier than eating out.

11. don't chase relationships, chase purpose, raise your T and relationships will start to chase you

12. attention is everything, don't squander it on useless apps and scrolling

13. spending time outdoors is the most underrated health and happiness hack. the bright light improves mood, nature is incredibly calming, earth is an antixoidant, fresh air is nourishing. when in doubt, go for a walk.

14. get a hobby that isn't related to work or partying

15. God is not optional. Without a higher purpose in life you will worship a false idol that will ultimately sabotage your health and happiness. Explore widely, read the sacred texts, find a religion that works for you

16. reading is truly a superpower. most people have no attention span today. the ability to read and retain information will set you apart

17. caring too much about my physical health is sickness

18. get a job that allows you to make money from anywhere.

19. it's better to be in the arena getting critiqued than watching on the sidelines. when you put yourself out there you will fail, you will get rejected and condemned. but it's way better than never trying.

20. every comment towards you is either an act of love or cry for help

21. anything that triggers you is your problem, not theirs. become interested in it and be thankful for it shows you somewhere you're stuck.

22. f**k the diet wars. get all of your nutrients and stop poisoning yourself. that is what matters.

23. nasal breathe. take off your foot prisons. stop eating seed oils. filter your water. eat meat, fruit and organs. get sunlight. swim in the ocean. sleep deeply

24. if the only reason not to do something is that you're afraid, do it.

25. spend lots of time in silence. it allows all your sh*t to come to the surface to be released

26. casual sex is a massive waste of time and energy, hurts yourself and other people. you really want love, not fleeting moments of pleasure.

27. ever think anything is working out against you. it's a blessing, you just cant see it.

28. orient your life towards becoming your highest, most loving, courageous, freest self instead of trying to find the most comfort and pleasure and then EVERYTHING is a gift, especially the bad sh*t

29. no such thing as a guy who's a 5. you can become a lot better looking

30. act as if everything is abundant, coming to you when the time is right. there's no "one person", "one job", "one deal", "one vacation", "one party" you need

31. pay the farmer now or the doctor later

32. gratitude daily, especially before meals

33. listen to your heart, as cheesy as it is. there's a greater intelligence inside of you than your thoughts. your intuition knows best.

34. if your gut says your job, your city or your relationship aren't for you, get out.

35. follow your interests. write about them.

36. stop being so tight assed. have a silly goose time. love deeply. you will die one day, don't worry all your time away.