The Daily Draft Returns
Some Updates and an Announcement
If you’ve been subscribed to The Daily Draft for a while, you know there’s been a gap.
Life didn’t slow down; I had to reprioritize some of my work because my schedule did the opposite, it exploded with events, milestones, and projects and the newsletter took the greatest hit.
I could dress that up, but I won’t; your time is valuable, so let’s get moving…
Sober Roads, Take Me Home
Some of you have been following my public posts on this.
I’ve been sharing openly about what it looks like to live sober since my first long-term journey in sobriety when I went from 7-7-2020 to 7-3-2024. I’m not going to rehash the whole thing here, but know that I’m still standing, still counting, and still choosing it every morning, with the new starting date of 1-1-2026.
That journey has become more of a centerpiece with my goal of writing a book to help others struggling with addiction, something I’ll share more about shortly.
31 Days to Masculinity Is Back, and It’s Mine
TESTIMONIAL: More than a book - it’s a blueprint for a new life.
"Zachary Small’s book is the foundation for a shift in perspective that every man needs.
This book is what created the 31 DTM challenge and program, leading to change in not just my life, but the lives of so many other men. The results for myself have been nothing short of life-changing.
The challenge deconstructs the modern stereotypes of masculinity and replaces them with a clear, actionable path toward self-reliance and purpose. I went from being a "procrastinator" and "social doom scroller" to a man who handles his business and leads his family with confidence. The physical requirements (be prepared for thousands of pushups) serve as a constant reminder that growth only happens outside of your comfort zone.
If you are ready to stop making excuses and start charting your own path without asking for permission, buy the book and do the work. It is worth every second of the struggle."
I originally published this book under a pen name; I’ve since corrected that mistake.
31 Days to Masculinity is now live on Amazon under my real name, where it belongs.
If you’re a man looking for a 31-day guide to help you stop drifting in life and start building, this program works. 31 DtM has helped thousands of men, and I let it fall to the side as I worked on other projects, but now it’s back, and I’m behind it fully, publicly, and with my name owning it.
To those who take it on, reach out with any questions.
The Landscaping Podcast Is Growing
What started as a conversation between me and Shay Brickhouse has turned into something I’m both proud of and impressed with.
The Landscaping Podcast keeps growing, keeps pulling in real conversations about the industry, entrepreneurship, and what it actually takes to run a business in the trades. If you’re in the green industry or just respect people who build things by hand, go check it out.
Z Photography Is Booming
This one is close to my heart.
Z Photography & Media has been growing, and I’ve been behind the lens on some projects that remind me why I picked up a camera in the first place. Follow along on IG or FB to see that side of the work.
Life in North Carolina
My daughter has taken up longboarding and is fully committed to it in the way only kids can be; fearless, fast, and no hesitation.
My son is doing well with baseball. He decided to leave his high school and take his life into his hands; that meant transitioning to a homeschool schedule, working two days a week at Landscaping Unlimited, and joining a homeschool athletic organization, which did not guarantee him a spot.
He got his shot, earned his spot, and has been having the time of his life on the diamond with his new teammates.
My wife and I are continuing to grow together, live our lives in eastern NC, and figure out what the next chapter looks like.
Now, What’s to Come?
Starting this Monday, I’m doing something I’ve never done before.
I’m writing a book called Sober by Choice, and I’m publishing it here, one chapter a day, in real time.
These will be free to subscribers.
31 consecutive days/chapters published.
I’ll have written the book to publish on Amazon by the end.
As I write it. Chapter by chapter, every weekday, delivered to your inbox.
This isn’t a teaser series or marketing; this is literally the whole book being given away, “live,” for anyone trying to get sober for a month or stay sober for another.
For the person who’s been thinking about dropping their vice, the ones who know they need a break, or those on day three and don’t know if they’ll make it to day ten…
I’m living this story;l I’m writing it from inside it, and I’m sharing it here because this is the most honest thing I can do with the platform I’ve built.
If you’re already subscribed, Monday TDDN is back in business.
Zac Small
PS: If you’re reading this and you’re not subscribed yet, now is the time. If you know someone who could use support, forward this to them. Share it with the person in your life who’s been fighting this battle quietly.
The door is open, just walk in and read.