Non-Scale Victory: Your Face Doesn’t Lie

PLUS: Most Asked Question: “What should I do when motivation drops?”

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Ryan Engel
May 25, 2025

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In today’s 3M Insider:

  • Non-Scale Victory: Your Face Doesn’t Lie

  • Most Asked Question: “What should I do when motivation drops?”

  • Restaurant Survival: Master the Menu Like a Pro

Non-Scale Victory: Your Face Doesn’t Lie

"You’re losing weight in your face."

That’s what Robert’s wife said this week — and it lit him up.

We talk a lot about non-scale victories, measurements, and how clothes fit. But one of the first places people actually notice change?

Your face.

It’s subtle — but powerful. A tighter jawline. Less puffiness. More definition around the cheeks or eyes.

And here’s the kicker:

You may not notice it yourself… but the people around you do.

This is what we call a “mirror win” — when your body starts reflecting your habits.

This is your reminder:
Progress isn’t always a number. Sometimes it’s a look — and a very satisfying one at that.

Most Asked Question: “What should I do when motivation drops?”

It’s one of the most common struggles, but also one of the most misunderstood.

Motivation isn’t the fuel. It’s the byproduct of discipline, action, and routine.

Here’s what keeps momentum alive:

  • Setting non-negotiables

  • Getting uncomfortable on purpose

  • Letting structure carry you when feelings fade

If motivation fades, let your habits take the wheel.

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“You don't rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.”
— James Clear

Restaurant Survival: Master the Menu Like a Pro

Think you have to ditch your plan just because you’re eating out?

Think again.

In this video, Ryan walks you through the exact strategies our high-performers use to stay shredded while still eating out at restaurants.

Whether you're on a date night, family dinner, or grabbing lunch with coworkers, this 5-minute guide shows you how to:

  • Scan any menu with precision

  • Make swaps without drawing attention

  • Hit your macros without pulling out MyFitnessPal mid-meal

Quick Check-In

📬 Have you noticed changes in your face, jawline, or eyes?
Hit reply and let us know — we want to hear your wins.

Let’s keep raising the standard —
— Ryan & the 3M Coaching Team