Create Your Future Self

THE HOPE PROTOCOL

Hormone, Weight, Health, and Mind Optimization

Who You’re Becoming Starts Now

There’s a fascinating truth about transformation: your body, habits, and even hormones eventually catch up to the picture you hold of yourself.

But here’s the catch — most people are walking around with an outdated self-portrait. They’re living like the “old version” of themselves… reacting from old beliefs, repeating old choices, and wondering why the future feels like a rerun.

If you want new results — whether that’s a leaner body, balanced hormones, or unstoppable confidence — you must first upgrade your self-image.

"You can’t outperform the way you see yourself."

The Power of Your Inner Mirror

Every thought you entertain about “who you are” acts like a silent command to your body and brain.

If you tell yourself, “I’m just not disciplined,” your brain conveniently serves you evidence to match.

If you say, “I’m the kind of person who finishes what I start,” your nervous system aligns to make that statement true.

"If you don't think you deserve something, you probably won't get it."

Your future self is already waiting — but you must invite them in by adopting your future self's mindset today.

"True optimization begins not with willpower, but with identity power."

So ask yourself:

What does my optimized self believe about health and aging?
How can I start every day visualizing myself in that way?
Does my environment match my self image — my fridge, my calendar, my bedtime?

When you begin living the way you see your future self before the evidence shows up, the evidence has no choice but to follow.

Rehearsing Your Future

Creating your future self-image isn’t a one-time journal prompt. It’s a daily rehearsal. Actors rehearse to become the character. Athletes rehearse to embody excellence. You’re doing the same — only your stage is today —all day.

Here’s how to start scripting the new you:

Name the Identity
Give your future self a title. “The Lean Leader.” “The Balanced Badass.” “The Hormone Whisperer.” "The Example." The Mentor."

"Clarity creates momentum — and momentum beats motivation every time."

Visualize the Scene
Spend two minutes a day imagining how that version of you walks, talks, eats, and thinks.

"Visualization rewires your neural pathways faster than white-knuckling new habits."

Align One Action
Don’t try to overhaul everything at once. Pick one action that your future self would do — and do it today. Exp. "I only eat gourmet mesomeals when I am hungry." that is saying two things. 1. I do not snack. 2. I eat a gourmet Meso-Meals when I am hungry.

"Small moves compound faster than heroic bursts of effort."

Catch the Impostor
When the old self shows up whispering, “You’ve tried this before,” smile and say, “That’s cute. But I’ve upgraded.”

"Humor is a secret weapon against self-sabotage."

Why This Matters for You (and the People You Love)

When you shift your self-image, you don’t just transform your health — you ripple change into your relationships, your work, and your entire circle. You develop a mentor mentality.

You become living proof (THE EXAMPLE) that reinvention is possible at any age or stage. And let’s face it — we need more EXAMPLES in the world.

That’s why I’m inviting you to pay your progress forward.

If my coaching has helped you step into a stronger, more confident, more vibrant version of yourself, then you already know the power of guided transformation, and someone you care about might be one introduction away from their breakthrough-so I invite you to introduce them to HOPE.

A Special Thank-You for Referrals

As part of our growing community, I want to celebrate your impact. As you know, when you refer someone who joins our coaching program, you’ll receive one complimentary month of maintenance coaching — on me.

That means more personalized guidance, deeper hormone and habit tuning, and continued accountability to help your future self keep thriving.

Because when you win, and they win, we all rise together.

This is what happens to those you refer!

How to Share

It’s simple:

Think of a friend, spouse, or colleague who’s ready for real transformation — not another fad or quick fix.
Share your story and send a three way text to introduce her or him to me. Yes, I've had lots of men do the program.
I'll take it from there and when they enroll, I’ll gift you your complimentary month of maintenance coaching.

Let’s grow this movement of optimized humans — one identity shift at a time.

Final Thought

The future isn’t something you wait for; it’s something you create — starting in your imagination and finishing in your actions. Every day, you’re casting votes for the person you want to become.

So, what will you choose today — the echo of your past, or the call of your potential?

Here’s to your next level. Let’s build it together. 💪

This Week's Gourmet Meso Meal

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Roasted Herb Chicken with Charred Broccolini & Cauliflower Purée

This Week's US-IE

This Us-ie is of Vicky and me exploring London just after riding on the London Eye. As we travel, we teach others how to optimize hormones, weight, health and minds.

Optimize your life by optimizing your hormones, weight, health, and life, with HOPE.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 The Macs

Hormone and Weight Optimization Author and Coaches

HOPE isn’t just a feeling. It’s a protocol

Disclaimer:

The information provided in this newsletter is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, including zinc, especially if you have a medical condition, are pregnant, or are taking medications. Individual needs may vary; this content does not replace the advice of a professional medical expert.

Hi! I'm Doc Mac.