Dang this makes me want to run AM7 so bad! If I didn’t have an obligation to a family member I would be on this program pronto! I feel like the kid stuck in detention while all the other kids are at recess lol.
(02-20-2026, 10:55 PM)Frosted Wrote: [ -> ]Dang this makes me want to run AM7 so bad! If I didn’t have an obligation to a family member I would be on this program pronto! I feel like the kid stuck in detention while all the other kids are at recess lol.
It's too good to let it slip man. Imagine you have Primal Masculinity, PRA, Ultra Success, EHPRA, OGSF, all in one synergitically to make you permanently ascending into real real man. Must be amazing, eh?
(02-20-2026, 10:55 PM)Frosted Wrote: [ -> ]Dang this makes me want to run AM7 so bad! If I didn’t have an obligation to a family member I would be on this program pronto! I feel like the kid stuck in detention while all the other kids are at recess lol.
Unless the family member is female, Stage 0 might be a pleasant step up.
Stage 0 - Day 4
During the project I took on back in September and October, I bought additional materials to help my dad with a proactive maintenance issue at his house. But after my project was complete, I was burned out. I had spent three months in design, redesign, and procurement of materials right up to the point of construction. I took a week off work for the bulk of the construction, then worked nights and weekends for the next two months to finish. Afterward, i was exhausted. So, I've been dragging my feet in fixing my dad's issue.
When I got home from work yesterday, i called my dad to make sure he was home. I loaded my truck with tools and equipment, then drove to his house and got it done. It ended up taking about 5 hours to complete. I was fasted and frustrated, but I got through it. Stage 0 definitely helped in spite of the fact that I was running on fumes by the end.
Tonight will be my last night before the ASRB2 break. With PRAv1, I felt like I had mini relapses during those breaks, and I was tempted to skip them altogether. With Stage 0, I don't sense that I'll have any problems. I'll know in a few days.
This is only day 4, but I'm not getting my ass kicked. Maybe that'll change as it penetrates deeper, but so far, this is smoother than any sub I've ever run. THIS is what I was expecting from 6G.
Stage 0 - Day 4 (cont'd)
After reading @
Just Saiyan 's journal I was reminded of something else. Music.
When I finished the project mentioned above, I mostly stopped listening to music. The significance of this is that I used to ALWAYS play music. When I worked out, I'd play music. When I was piddling around outside, I'd play music. If I was working on my mower, I'd play music. If I built a campfire, I'd play music. If I was grilling... you get the picture.
I first noticed that a day or two ago when I was driving home from work. I flipped on the radio and found myself singing along, even to songs that I'm not typically into..."Josie's on a vacation far away..."
I did the same thing yesterday when I was working at my dad's house and also afterward when I was winding down last night in my shop/mancave.
I'm about to go start my day. I'm going to mow, then grill, then do probably do something else that's productive.
@
Shannon
Whatever you do, please keep the motivation and success scripting across all stages of AM7. This is awesome.
I have designed this stage to be as aggressive as necessary to get the job done. The ass kicking is for when it's necessary, but will not be appropriate for everyone who is running Stage 0. Some will be coming in very low on self esteem, etc, and they will need refreshment first.
The hardcore asskickery begins in Stage 1.
Stage 0 - Day 8
That high on life feeling i had at the beginning has leveled off. Now, I feel more normal.
I've recently discovered that i might be affected by an industry slow down. It's something that bothered me while running PRA and it's something that would bother me under normal circumstances. But with Stage 0, I've managed to look at things through a logical lens, so any concerns have faded to background noise. That's big for me. Also, I've been able to confront personnel issues with ease. I'm receiving deferential treatment without having to turn up the dominance aspects of my personality. I had one instance today where I approached the situation more 'softly' than I normally would with 100% compliance. And this was not a subordinate.
One thing I'm having to be careful with is sleep. If I wake up in the middle of the night to grab a drink of water or to use the restroom, my mind wakes up quickly. I'm having to do a technique where I consciously relax my eyes and allow my mind to drift off. Otherwise, I'll be awake the reminder of the night. That happened to me Sunday so the next day i was unfocused and miserable. It's like my body doesn't realize that it's still sleep time and it's ready to get moving. The good news is that it's easy to get out of bed in the morning if I slept well.
Stage 0 - Day 9
I'm experiencing time the same way I did while running US 5.11G. It seems to pass by more slowly. Instead of days passing me by, I'm more acutely aware of being in the moment. I'm sure that contributes to the increased productivity in experiencing. So far, US seems to be the dominant script in Stage 0 for me in terms of how I'm executing.
@
Shannon
The 'time phenomenon' might be something worth considering if you ever develop a 6G time management sub.
Stage 0 - Day 9 (cont'd)
I'm having intermittent moments of mental clarity. When my brain isn't tired from reduced calories or lack of sleep, my cognition and memory seem to be improving. The best way to describe it is that my mind feels less hazy at times and recall, particularly with numbers, is effortless. I don't mean to say that I have laser-like focus or a photographic memory, but I'm seeing improvements in subtle ways without struggle.
Stage 0 - Day 10
I really enjoy the energizing effects of Stage 0. That's US at work and I've missed feeling this way. I loved it with US 5.11G and I love it now.
I had a couple of instances at the grocery store worth describing. One is that I ran into a guy I went to high school with. I never really liked the guy for various reasons, but I was friends with his brother. When we saw each other, I said hi and called him by his name, then walked on. There was a time when I would've felt obligated to shake his hand and act happy to see him. Not today.
Also, I was pushing my cart through a narrow space. I noticed a gentleman moving his cart to the side, but it didn't register with me what he was doing. He had been in my path and was moving out of my way because I wasn't stopping. Normally, I would be very aware of what was going on and politely allow him to pass first. Not today. It wasn't mean spirited or intentionally rude on my part. I didn't even realize what had happened until I was moving past him. I nodded, said, "Thank you. Excuse me.", then walked on.
Nothing major happened in either case, but both were out of character for me, at least in action.
Quote:I'm receiving deferential treatment without having to turn up the dominance aspects of my personality. I had one instance today where I approached the situation more 'softly' than I normally would with 100% compliance. And this was not a subordinate.
Interesting, seems you're starting to project something different where people respond like that without having to do what you thought you had to do in the past to get that response. Back on PM I would swear I didn't feel much different, but there was the time I walked into a shop and looked up and seen myself on the tv screen on the cameras and was like "who the fuck is that" for a split second and how masculine my walk was.
I notice that I get the most people 'following' me so to speak when i'm feeling strong, calm and grounded in myself with just a subtle vibe.. not how I thought in the past I had to be some over the top dominant kind of thing, or being aggressive or anything.
My thoughts around masculinity in that way has balanced out since I was younger. I care less about trying to project some over the top dominant vibe, but instead like the calm, grounded, quiet confidence type vibe.. and it suits who I am much better than when I was trying to force the other way.
Quote:There was a time when I would've felt obligated to shake his hand and act happy to see him. Not today.
I've noticed that when I tune more into masculinity in the past. Some people i'd just say hi to or stop to talk to I felt less like entertaining it. But then the people I enjoy talking to that's fine.
Though on AM6 I felt fairly antisocial, didn't really give a fuck, wasn't that friendly. I can't say I really liked that vibe. It suits my personality more being the playful kind of guy, but with groundedness and the quiet confidence I mentioned behind it.
Here I am replying to AM7 journals because I can't use it myself yet for about 1 1/2 months. I keep wanting to, but have chosen to stick to finishing what i'm doing.. which is getting more difficult as I read more.
How are you finding your workouts going after being on Stage 0 a bit?
Quote:My thoughts around masculinity in that way has balanced out since I was younger. I care less about trying to project some over the top dominant vibe, but instead like the calm, grounded, quiet confidence type vibe.. and it suits who I am much better than when I was trying to force the other way.
Agreed. The types of men I tend to respect most have those qualities. In my experience, they tend to be stern, but fair. They can alternate from being a hard ass to being outright friendly because they know who they are and how to enforce their boundaries. With that, they're free to be their genuine selves without projecting a false identity. They're very rare men and they come in all shapes in sizes.
Quote:I've noticed that when I tune more into masculinity in the past. Some people i'd just say hi to or stop to talk to I felt less like entertaining it. But then the people I enjoy talking to that's fine.
Though on AM6 I felt fairly antisocial, didn't really give a fuck, wasn't that friendly. I can't say I really liked that vibe. It suits my personality more being the playful kind of guy, but with groundedness and the quiet confidence I mentioned behind it.
With Stage 0, I oscillate between an antisocial and social mood (antisocial is my default). Sometimes, I don't want to be bothered. Sometimes, I feel like being flat out goofy. For example, my cashier from yesterday was a chubby goth girl with a small tattoo on her face, dark lipstick, and a nose ring. She asked about one of the products I was purchasing and asked what if I had plans for the weekend. We bantered for a bit as she scanned my groceries. She had a fun/friendly vibe but she was hesitant to hold eye contact as if she was really sweet inside, but slightly insecure. There was something about her that was very endearing to me. I enjoyed the exchange, not in a flirty way (I wasn't attracted at all), but in a light-hearted/playful way. We were laughing and being silly, while the folks in line behind me all seemed to have scowls on their faces.
I suspect that this will become refined over the AM7 run. I think it's the beginning of the dynamic phenomenon I described above about the ability to be a hardass or to be friendly.
Quote:How are you finding your workouts going after being on Stage 0 a bit?
Workouts are better in the sense that I'm more motivated. I'm on reduced calories and I'm doing slow eccentric movements, so I don't see any strength gains. But my mindset before and during the workout is more productive for sure.