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A tactless question: <\/strong>how much do you weigh<\/strong> Or, how big is your waist? Maybe such that it is difficult to tie your shoes? Or do the kids call you Santa at Christmas time?<\/p>\n

\u2026Okay, just kidding! But have you ever wanted to lose weight and go back from XXL clothes to M size? Yes, how was it in the old days?<\/p>\n

Today I'm talking to Audrias from Debesy, who challenged himself to do just that. And for half a year he completely gave up meat, sugar, flour products and even dairy products in order to save his health.<\/p>\n

It was a challenge he wasn't used to (and what kind of challenges are?): long, tiring and difficult. But Audrius tried to preserve a healthy body.<\/p>\n

And here's how it did it:<\/p>\n

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Audrius, in the middle of a nutrition challenge.<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd57<\/span><\/em><\/strong> Audri, who are you?<\/h2>\n

Hello! I am Audrius Petkevi\u010dius<\/strong>, I am 31 years old, I currently work in the field of finance, in one of the largest companies in Lithuania.<\/p>\n

I have been interested in psychology and various spiritual practices for several years, but most of all I am probably looking for answers about myself: who I am, how I am, why I am and where is my true calling.<\/p>\n

In short, I am a person who seeks to solve the riddle of life.<\/p>\n

It's already settled with me that I want it or not, but life presents me with challenges. Sitting for a long time in the comfort zone forms a direct kick in the sitting area. And I have received many such "pendles" and certainly not after the first one it became clear that the first step towards challenges must be taken by oneself.<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd57<\/span><\/span> What challenge did you set?<\/h3>\n

The challenge was supposed to be only on the physical plane, but later I realized that it strongly affected my inner world as well, gave me self-confidence and motivation in the future...<\/p>\n

A few years ago, I reached the point where a triple digit number would light up when I stepped on the scale. After making a decision inside, life itself then brought me to people who explained where such a life was leading and what I should change.<\/p>\n

The gist of the challenge: <\/strong>NO meat, sugar, flour and cow's milk products for at least half a year. Not to mention alcohol. Vegetables, fruits, cereals, nuts, goat's milk products remained in the diet. Meat was available once a week, but only after the first 3 months.<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd57<\/span><\/span> Not happy with your weight?<\/h3>\n

Yes, the realization came that if you are 27 years old and you can hardly bend over to tie your shoes - something is already wrong. As a result of faulty nutrition and lifestyle, various health disorders and ailments began.<\/p>\n

I wanted to check whether there was enough will to change everything hidden behind all the excuses. What's more, I had a charming girl next to me, so I wanted to make an effort for her too \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

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Storm before the challenge.<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd57<\/span><\/em><\/strong> Ah! And how did it go?<\/h3>\n

As with any goal, there are challenges. Not an exception in my case. The result did not come immediately - while the body was being cleansed, there were both physical and emotional pits.<\/p>\n

I realized that food is like a drug and when changing your habits you have to go through all the stages of "abstinence".<\/p>\n

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Because the body and mind began to oppose the new model of behavior - "How come neither barbecue nor beer is allowed here anymore?!". And there were temptations: parties, picnics, family celebrations and so on...<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd57<\/span><\/span> What did you do when it was hard?<\/h3>\n

I really wanted to give up more than once, but it was such a mature thing that I just couldn't give up on myself anymore. After all, they say that if you want something, but you don't do anything, it means that you don't really want it. 1<\/a><\/p>\n

If I stopped in the middle of the road, I would be very disappointed with myself, and when the first changes appeared, the motivation only increased. Of course, maybe it was easier because my friend decided to change her habits with me, so I felt supported!<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd57<\/span><\/span> Did you achieve what you expected?<\/h3>\n

The results exceeded all expectations:<\/p>\n