Reset Your System
If you follow these steps and regulate the things recommended to avoid, you’ll create a lasting euphoric state, like being on drugs (amphetamine or cocaine) but with no negative side effects. All natural, and your body will love you.
This system works because removing quick-hit dopamine triggers while adding routines that boost hormones, strengthen your prefrontal cortex, and improve sleep resets your brain and body so you feel a natural, lasting “high” of energy, confidence, and self-control without drugs.
Every time you resist an impulse (pass on instant gratification), your prefrontal cortex strengthens. That gives you more self-control, which feels like power and confidence.
Lower dopamine theft – Porn, alcohol, vaping, social media, sugar, and fried food all cause big, fast dopamine spikes followed by crashes. Cutting them out removes the rollercoaster, so your baseline dopamine levels rise and your motivation system stabilizes.
Hormonal boost – Heavy lifting 4 days a week + stretching 3 days a week increases testosterone, endorphins, and growth hormone. That directly improves mood, confidence, and energy.
Better sleep & nervous-system recovery – No stimulants, no alcohol, and good diet = deeper sleep. Deep sleep balances cortisol and raises dopamine receptor sensitivity, so normal life feels rewarding again.
All of that together creates the “clean high” you’re feeling: a steady euphoria, more confidence, and more excitement without external crutches.
You can do this in 2, 3, or 4-week cycles.
Don’ts (What to Cut Out)
No porn or masturbation
No alcohol
No vaping
No smoking
No social media (remove all apps / scrolling)
No sugar
No deep-fried or fast food
No gambling (casinos, online betting, crypto for thrill)
No drugs or recreational pills
No energy drinks / high-stimulant drinks
No late-night binge watching / TV marathons
No toxic news or doomscrolling
No negative self-talk or complaining marathons
No gossip or drama conversations
No dwelling on negative thoughts about the past (regret) or the future (anxiety)
No staying up past midnight unless necessary
No junk snacks (chips, candy, processed bars)
No unnecessary spending or impulse shopping
Do’s (What to Add) - Pick from the list.
Physical
Gym 7 days a week 4 days heavy weight training 3 days stretching / light exercise Eat whole, unprocessed foods (lean protein, vegetables, healthy fats).
Walk 30–60 minutes outdoors daily (fresh air, sunlight) - Focus walk where you are either listening to audiobooks or fully conscious of your thoughts.
Practice deep breathing and cold exposure for energy several times a day. Make your routine and implement it.
Join a pilates or yoga class like this.
A 24 hour water fast once a week. Read about autophagy. This is awesome.
Learning & Skills
Learn the cold approach. You have access to full course. It’s as valuable as the skill of making money.
Create. Build something. An app, a program, a machine. Anything. Take online course or skill-building app
Educate. Listen to audiobooks or podcasts while commuting or walking.
Learn a language. I learned to read and write Russian in 1 month last October. The breakup force is strong.
Practice a hobby you’ve been curious about (music, drawing, writing).
Daily Practices & Mindset
Serious morning routines (Examples in Path Finder course)
Cook fancy meals at home (experiment with new recipes). If you have a good kitchen, cooking is very meditative. We used to do it in rehab center. Grilled crispy salmon in a pan with olive oil and rosemary.
Journal (3 things you’re grateful for each day)
Visualize your next big thing (Examples in Path Finder course)
Write down goals for the week
Do several 5–10 minute meditations throughout the day
One last thing
If you have money and time, plan a serious trip. Not a weekend. A few weeks at least. Go to Eastern Europe , I can help you with destinations. You could also go to Southeast Asia: Bali, Thailand, or Vietnam.
Print this document, remind yourself why you’re doing it, and start right now.