Hey Azor, ever pulled a rabbit out of a hat with nothing but a rusted pocketknife? I’ve got a story that’ll make you raise an eyebrow and maybe, just maybe, give you something to think about when you’re counting shots.

Sure thing. Here’s the trick, no fluff. Take a deck, pull the Ace of Spades out, and hide it in your pocket. Shuffle the deck, deal a card to the table, ask the audience to name any card. When they say “Ace of Spades,” pull it out, and that’s it—no gimmicks, just a little sleight that relies on speed and misdirection. Now, the lesson: counting shots is the same as counting cards. You’re not just looking at the last one, you’re keeping an eye on the whole pile, noting patterns, and making a decision based on what’s likely to come next. Every shot you take, every bottle you open, you’ve got a mental tally. If you’re just counting them without meaning, you’ll miss the rhythm. It matters because when you’re on a run or chasing a goal, you need to know how many are left, how many you’ve already thrown away, and whether you’re in a good position to finish strong. So keep that count, keep that focus, and don’t let a few missteps throw you off. That’s how you stay ahead—whether it’s a card trick or a night at the bar.