Are you lacking connection?
Why connection is vital to our health
We instinctively know how vital connection is to our health.
But you might not know what I am about to tell you.
I was flying to Kerry in Ireland on Friday when a lady walked down the plane towards me.
She was looking towards me, but I thought it must be the person behind.
But she came right up to me and, with a lovely warm smile, said,
“Andy I just wanted to say thank you, I’m 6 months alcohol-free and it has changed my life. I am a better parent and feel much better every way.”
I was delighted!!!
We both had a wonderful moment of connection.
And the connections kept coming.
My great mate Col Carrol had invited me to climb Ireland’s highest mountain, Carrauntoohil.
The weather was amazing!! (Always sunny in Ireland)
We had a few Guinness 0.0s and a couple of incredible hikes.
It was joyous.
To be with my mate, no alcohol.
The buzz was adventure and being in nature.
And I was grateful my alcohol-free fitness allowed me to take on the challenge and feel strong.
Just after we reached the peak, something unexpected happened.
Another lady stopped me to say that she also loved the alcohol-free life and had just recommended my IG & the podcast to a friend!
Unreal.
After two days of walking and talking, here was my BIG learn:
The best things in life are connection and the outdoors.
Biking, hiking, running, walking, talking…
Being outside. Lights me up.
I think it lights us all up.
On the Alcohol-Free Advantage podcast this week, I discuss the science of connection and some research that will transform your thinking about connection! Click links below to tune in.
Here is my challenge to you this week:
With this lovely weather, go for a long walk in nature with a friend.
And have some real connection time.
Let me know how you get on,
Your coach,
Andy
PS - Train with me in April on my 6-month Coaching Diploma.
You will LOVE it.
This is not a training course but a transformational experience.
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What is Andy Ramage Podcast?
A warm, in-person conversation series exploring what happens when you remove alcohol and make space for real life. Each episode invites a guest into the room for an unhurried, human chat that goes far beyond quick tips and surface talk. Together, we dig into identity, purpose, spirituality, resilience, relationships, and the practical habits that help people feel and perform at their best. Expect honest stories, reflective moments, and valuable insights you can apply the same day. It is the original spirit of podcasting brought back to life by two people sitting down, going deep, and seeing what meaningful conversation can awaken.
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