Kenyan Tycoon Jimi Wanjigi has admitted his decision to quit alcohol at 25 was one of the best decisions he ever made.
In an interview with Dr. Ofweneke, Jimi Wanjigi explained how stopping drinking changed his life. It helped him focus on personal growth, success, and making meaningful choices.
“At age 25, I stopped drinking, and I really advise people to take a step back,” he said. “Kwanza hii ya sherehe. I asked myself, what is this nonsense? We are just talking about the past, not the future. Since then, I quit.”
He said alcohol had been holding him back. “Alcohol was taking growth away from me. It made me realize how much time and energy people waste talking about the past, rather than planning the future,” Wanjigi added.
Quitting gave him space to focus on entrepreneurial success, personal development, and building a strong foundation for his future.
This is not the first time he has spoken about his choice.
In 2023, Jimi Wanjigi told Dr. King’ori that the weekend party cycle had become repetitive and unproductive. “I refused to take pombe anymore,” he said.
Though the decision cost him some friends, it set him up on the path for success.
“I started looking for a different conversation. Resourceful people who are at a different level. At 25, I was associating with people who were beyond 40.”
Wanjigi emphasized the importance of self-discipline and reflection. “You must learn when to step back and think about where your life is going. For me, quitting alcohol was one of those decisions that gave me direction and purpose,” he said.
By Vivian K.