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Hey Adventurers!

In this episode of The Adventure Reignition Podcast, I’m sharing my personal journey of quitting alcohol—from getting wasted every weekend in my 20s to slowly reducing my consumption and finally making the decision to stop drinking in 2024.

Alcohol is so deeply ingrained in our social culture that most of us never even question it. But what happens when you do? If you’ve ever wondered about your relationship with alcohol, felt drained by hangovers, or wanted to make a shift but didn’t know where to start, this episode is for you.

Join me as I share:

✅ Why I started drinking and how it became a routine I never questioned
✅ The shift that made me rethink alcohol's impact on my health, recovery, and energy
✅ How training for a marathon became the perfect excuse to quit—and what happened next
✅ The hardest part about quitting (hint: it’s not the alcohol itself, but the social pressure)
✅ How I built a new identity as someone who doesn’t drink—without feeling like I’m missing out

This episode is for you if you’ve ever felt curious about quitting, reducing, or simply questioning alcohol’s role in your life. Let’s talk about making choices that align with who we truly are!

Episode Breakdown:

[00:01:22] How my relationship with alcohol started in my teenage years
[00:03:10] Party culture & drinking games—why I never questioned alcohol in my 20s
[00:06:38] Traveling the world: My heaviest drinking year & what changed when I got back
[00:09:01] The slow shift: Why I started cutting back in my late 20s
[00:13:11] Training for a marathon: The decision to quit alcohol for 4 months
[00:14:32] The biggest challenge: Dealing with social pressure & the “just one drink” comments
[00:16:00] How I felt after months of sobriety (better sleep, energy, and mental clarity)
[00:21:12] The ultimate test: Drinking again at a bachelor party—what I learned
[00:26:34] The realization: Alcohol is no longer part of my identity, and I don’t miss it
[00:30:00] Why this is not about drink-shaming—it's about conscious choice

Favorite Quote:

"Drinking is so normalized that most of us never question it. But when you do, you might realize you don’t need it as much as you thought."

Key Takeaways:

🔹 Alcohol is a deeply ingrained social norm—but that doesn’t mean you have to drink.
🔹 The biggest challenge isn’t quitting—it’s navigating social pressure.
🔹 You don’t have to make a lifelong decision today. Start by experimenting and seeing how you feel.

🚀 Curious about making a change? Try going alcohol-free for a month and see how you feel!

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Final Thought:

This isn’t about saying alcohol is bad. It’s about questioning what actually makes you feel your best. Whether you want to quit, cut back, or simply be more mindful, the choice is yours.

Your next adventure starts not with another drink, but with a conscious choice.

Let’s go find it! 🚀

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Unleash Your Inner Adventurer: Lessons from Marathon Training and Life Challenges.
Join your host Blaise Depallens as he reflects on his recent marathon race and uncovers the valuable lessons that endurance training and marathon running have taught him about life. From the importance of showing up, even when you don't feel like it, to the power of pacing yourself and embracing slow progress, this episode will inspire you to challenge yourself, push your limits, and discover the hidden benefits of going after your dreams. Get ready to embark on a journey of self-exploration and personal growth as Blaise shares his insights and experiences from the world of marathon running.

Tune in now and say yes to your life's next adventure! ​

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In this gripping episode of the Adventure Ignition Podcast, host Blase Depallens sits down with Craig Richard, a seasoned rock climber and musician, to uncover his harrowing tale of survival and resilience. ​Craig shares the heart-stopping moment when a rock climbing accident in the Black Canyon shattered his leg and turned an adventure into a fight for survival. ​

Discover how Craig's passion for rock climbing and music became his lifeline, helping him navigate through the darkest times, including his battle with Lyme disease. Learn about the mental and physical strategies he employed to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles and how these experiences have shaped his outlook on life.

Tune in to hear Craig's inspiring story of determination, the importance of focus, and the power of pursuing what makes your heart sing. Whether you're an adventure enthusiast or seeking motivation to overcome your own challenges, this episode is packed with valuable insights and life lessons.

Don't miss this incredible episode! Subscribe to the Adventure Ignition Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform, and leave a review to help us spread the message of adventure and resilience. ​

Listen now and ignite your adventurous spirit!
Where to find more about Craig Richard:
Website : https://www.craigrichard.com/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/craigrichardlive
Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-richard-03b75a243/

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Hey Adventurers!

In this episode of The Adventure Reignition Podcast, we’re diving into one of the biggest traps in personal growth: consuming endless self-improvement content without taking action.

I’ve read over 60 personal development books, listened to countless podcasts, and absorbed tons of motivational content... but for years, nothing actually changed. Why? Because knowing something and living it are two different things.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re growing intellectually but still stuck in the same place, this episode is for you.

Join me as I share:

✅ Why reading personal development books gives you a false sense of progress
✅ How overconsumption of self-improvement content builds ego instead of results
✅ The difference between knowing and embodying personal growth
✅ Why adventure and action are the real keys to transformation
✅ How I broke free from the “learning loop” and started living my growth

This episode is for you if you’re ready to stop just thinking about change and start taking action. Let’s break free from overconsumption and turn knowledge into real transformation!

Episode Breakdown:

[00:01:22] The illusion of growth: Why knowledge alone won’t change your life
[00:03:10] My personal journey: How I fell into the self-improvement trap
[00:06:38] The wake-up call: When I realized I wasn’t applying what I learned
[00:09:01] How adventure helped me step out of overthinking and into action
[00:13:11] The biggest mistake people make with personal development
[00:14:32] How to balance introspection with real-world action
[00:16:00] Why personal development is about doing, not just learning
[00:21:12] The only way to truly grow: Stop reading & start experiencing

Favorite Quote:

"Reading the map doesn’t mean you’ve climbed the mountain. You have to take the journey yourself."

Key Takeaways:

🔹 More knowledge ≠ real transformation. Overconsumption keeps you stuck.
🔹 You don’t need another book—you need to start living the lessons.
🔹 Adventure is the balance of introspection and action. Too much of one without the other leads to frustration.

🚀 Ready to start applying what you know? If you’re tired of just consuming content and want to take action toward an aligned, adventure-filled life, DM me "Action" on Instagram or LinkedIn, and I’ll send you my top strategies for turning knowledge into results.

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Final Thought:

Most people stay stuck not because they lack knowledge, but because they don’t act on it. Instead of consuming more, let’s start applying what we already know.

Your next adventure starts not in a book, but in your actions.

Let’s go find it! 🚀

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Welcome back to The Adventure Reignition Podcast!
The truth about positive psychology & Resiliency!
I always been a positive person. But I always doubted that positive psychology was a thing that could truly help other people grow. I even thought it was kind of wouhou sometimes.
That is the reason why I am so excited to bring you Registered Psychologist, Dr. Ganz Ferrance, who is also a Speaker, Author, and Coach, to learn more about Positive Psychology and how to build true resiliency.
Since the early'90's Dr. Ganz has been helping individuals, couples, families, and corporations beat BURNOUT, reduce their levels of stress, improve their relationships, and enjoy more success.
Known for working with toughest of the tough including fourth generation gang bangers, hardened oil and gas workers, battle tested CEOs and entrepreneurs, and stressed-out law enforcement officers, Dr. Ganz is truly a master at showing people in high stress occupations no-nonsense, practical strategies to stay focused, make healthy decisions under pressure and boost communication skills to reduce conflict during difficult situations.
In this interview, we covered many topics, including :
- The reason why Dr Ganz has also been a patient of a psychologist for over 30 years
- How to tap into our natural resiliency
- Why a middle life crisis is a healthy awakening
- His perspective of the concept of Balance
Links:

https://www.facebook.com/AskDrGanz
https://www.linkedin.com/in/drganzferrance/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyyS81lCs9UmSXojvL_UAHg/videos
https://twitter.com/askdrganz
https://askdrganz.com/https://mraszek.wixsite.com/moneyminddna2

Adventurously Yours

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