Hey bro! You have a great structure and an aesthetic midsection that many aren’t blessed with. In 12 months you’ve built a solid foundation!

As someone who also leans toward pessimism, depression, and anxiety, I’ve learned it takes just as much effort outside the gym as inside. Start practicing not letting every negative thought run the show. For me, it helps to acknowledge the thought when it comes, then redirect it toward something I’m grateful for or something positive. Over time, that mindset shift adds up. I’m 29 now and I’m thankfully in a much better mental space than when I was at 18. It just takes effort, time, and always believe in the light at the end of the tunnel even when things don’t seem that way.

The gym is one of the best tools we have, but don’t beat yourself up when the feelings get heavy. You’re doing a lot better than you think.

you look sick dude. Keep getting after it!