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Hormone, Weight, Health, and Mind Optimization

Celebrate the Small Wins

Because Big Results Are Built on Tiny Triumphs

"Doc, you are always texting, 'It's a win. I celebrate all wins.' But, come on! It's hard celebrating a .2 drop when I ate on target the day before."

When I write about transformation — whether it’s optimizing hormones, losing weight, or reclaiming your energy — I'm tempted to have you focus on not just significant milestones, like:

• “I finally hit my goal weight!”
• “My labs are perfect!”
• “I feel 20 years younger!”

I'm trying to place your attention on the stone you just stepped onto. You know, those small, quiet victories that often go unnoticed. I want you to celebrate those small victories because celebrating them will accelerate your journey to being better, no matter what age you are.

Why Small Wins Matter More Than You Think

Every major transformation starts with a micro-choice. The decision to show up for your walk. To prep your meals instead of winging it. To go to bed instead of scrolling Instagram at midnight.

Your brain loves progress — but it also loves dopamine.

That burst of “Hey, I did it!” becomes fuel for the following right action.

In short, small wins keep your motivation burning long after it fades.

Think about it: no one gets slender by eating a salad. They get slender by sitting down, meal after meal, eating a non-spiking-insulin meal.

The same applies to your metabolism, mindset, and hormones.

Micro-progress = macro-change.

The Science of Momentum

Here’s a fun fact: Harvard researchers have found that

Seeing yourself move forward, even in tiny steps, triggers powerful positive emotions.

In your health journey, that progress might look like:

• Sleeping through the night without waking.
• Feeling fewer cravings after lunch.
• Realizing your clothes fit differently.
• Choosing an avocado instead of a mango (without resentment!).
• Saying “no” to something that drains you.

Each win is proof that your system is shifting. But if you never pause to celebrate them, your brain doesn’t register the win — and you miss out on the motivational boost.

How to Celebrate (Without Undoing Your Work)

Now, I’m not suggesting you throw a party every time you eat a Meso Meal (though… if you do, invite me).

Try these practical, hormone-happy ways to celebrate your progress:

1. Journal your wins daily. Write down three small victories at the end of each day — even “I stayed hydrated” counts. Over time, you’ll see how far you’ve come.
2. Use habit stacking rewards. Pair a new healthy habit with something you enjoy: listen to your favorite podcast only when walking, or light your favorite candle after meal prep.
3. Share your wins with me. Texting your wins reinforces accountability and pride.
4. Track your “non-scale victories.” Better mood, clearer skin, deeper sleep — these often show up before you realize it.
5. Anchor the feeling. When you hit a mini-goal, take a breath, smile, and mentally note, 'This is what growth feels like.' That anchors success in your nervous system.

The Danger of the “All or Nothing” Trap

Too many people sabotage themselves by dismissing small wins as “not enough.”

Have you ever heard yourself say, “Well, I only lost 2 ounces,” or “I didn’t eat Meso every meal?" That mindset steals momentum faster than a donut disappears in the breakroom.

The most successful clients aren’t the ones who never mess up — they’re the ones who celebrate doing better, not being perfect.

Small Wins, Big Picture

Every step you take, no matter how small, is a vote for the person you’re becoming.

• Every Meso Meal you eat is a vote for metabolic stability.
• Every walk is a vote for better insulin sensitivity.
• Every early bedtime is a vote for hormonal balance.

When you recognize these wins, you start living as if you’re already that healthier version of yourself — and that’s how real, lasting change sticks.

Your Challenge This Week

Here’s your mission:

Every day for the next 7 days, text me one small win — no matter how trivial it feels.

• Did you choose protein only at breakfast? Win.
• Did you drink your 100 oz of water? Win.
• Did you say “I’ll try again tomorrow” instead of quitting? Big win.

At the end of the week, look back and see how those tiny wins add up.

Spoiler alert: you’ll be amazed.

Final Thought

So keep moving, keep noticing, and keep celebrating. Because you, my friend, are stacking victories every single day.

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Hormone and Weight Optimization Author and Coaches

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

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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.

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