💰Why I quit alcohol (and saved thousands)

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Hi there,

If you knew me back in college, you’d probably laugh at this email. I was juggling side hustles, figuring out my money, but I was also partying hard.

Drinks, late nights, lost mornings - it was fun, but it was also expensive without adding anything to my life. And so, after some reflection, I transitioned into being a social drinker, only knocking back a couple of drinks when I was out with friends.

But this still wasn’t sitting right with me. So when my sister got married two years ago, I decided to do an audit of my finances (and life). I realized alcohol added zero value to my life, and I didn’t need it to be social or have fun. That’s when I decided to quit for good. And here’s the thing: quitting alcohol taught me more about money than I ever expected.

Here are the 5 lessons I’ll never forget:

• Small leaks sink big ships. Drinks felt cheap, but over time, they added up to thousands.
• ROI matters. Alcohol gave me nothing back—so why was I “investing” in it?
• Time is money. Late nights stole my mornings, focus, and opportunities.
• Discipline compounds. Saying “no” to drinks made it easier to say “yes” to saving and investing.
• Wealth isn’t just dollars. Health, energy, and clarity are worth more than any night out.
  
  

I’ll be honest, quitting alcohol was one of the best financial decisions I’ve ever made. Not only did it save me money, but more importantly, it boosted my focus, freed up my time, and helped me build real wealth.

And that’s the bigger lesson: no matter how much you earn, if you don’t manage your income and plug the leaks, you’ll always feel broke.

That’s why evaluating your finances and plugging the leaks is the #1 step in building real wealth. If you’re ready to take control of your own journey, start here:

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