Adrian Araouzou was one of the more controversial grooms on season 12 of MAFS Australia, but after being called everything from a red flag to names I can’t write in this article, he has officially entered his self-improvement era.
So, MAFS Australia officially came to a close earlier this month when the final few episodes were aired in the UK. It’s been almost a year since filming wrapped, with the only couple still together, Jeff and Rhi, celebrating their upcoming anniversary. For those not lucky enough to find their forever love, which includes Adrian after his relationship with Awhina Rutene combusted, it was back to the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Like many of his fellow castmates, Adrian attempted to enter the influencer scene when he signed with a major talent agency in Australia. Unfortunately, they dropped him just days later amid his MAFS Australia controversy. But now, after doing some long, hard thinking, he’s undertaking the self-improvement journey of the century.
“Documenting my six-month journey toward a more purposeful, intentional life one day at a time,” his new Instagram bio reads.
MAFS’ Adrian began his self-improvement journey this month
Up until recently, Adrian’s post-MAFS Instagram account was largely what you’d expect from a reality TV star: Parties, piccies with his season 12 siblings, and the occasional thirst trap. That all seemingly changed on May 19 when he posted a video about being “more confused than ever.”
He explained how he was drinking more than ever after being on MAFS, so after ” looking in the mirror and seeing someone I don’t recognise”, he’s gone sober.
“Today, I decided to get back on track. It was a hard truth to face, looking back and realising how much I’ve drifted, how far I am from the peace I once had. But I’m grateful. Grateful that I’ve known peace, focus, and contentment before because now I know it’s possible,” he captioned the video.
“I’m going through the motions again, this time with more intention, more purpose, not just to heal myself, but to help others who feel the same way.”
He spoke to a therapist
In another post the following day, Adrian revealed how he lacked a purpose during the last six months. He had spoken to a therapist and set out weekly goals in the hopes of returning to the drive he had before.
He explained: “One of my biggest downfalls over the past six months was not having clear goals. I was just taking life day by day, hoping everything would fall into place. I was wrong. Without direction, you’re like a leaf in the wind, moved by everything, anchored by nothing.
“I’ve also realised that speaking openly about how I feel brings a sense of relief. Sometimes, just expressing things out loud helps ease the pressure. We often overthink, and maybe that’s exactly the problem: We’re stuck in our heads more than we need to be.
“Now, I’ve made the choice to change. I’ve started setting daily goals, practising gratitude every day, and clearing the mental fog so I can see my path more clearly.”
He’s a fan of speaking, but not saying a lot
Much of Adrian’s Instagram is now basically the same things said in different ways, with another post detailing how the “perfect life” is just an illusion.
‘Your brain is 40 per cent more focused when you wake up’
In this post, MAFS’ Adrian detailed how early starts are a part of his six-month self-improvement journey. He got an “arm pump”, his hair cut, took his dog for a walk, set his goals for the day, and teased an upcoming secret project.
“Instead of wasting it on mindless scrolling, I use that time to set my tone for the day: Two non-negotiable goals. Small wins like getting my steps in or moving my body,” he wrote in the caption.
He responded to the haters
Obviously, much of the discourse surrounding Adrian is negative, but in his own words, “it only affects you if you let it.”
Every single one of Adrian’s posts is now centred around his post-MAFS self-improvement journey, and while working on yourself is always a crucial step in healing, is the first step not taking accountability for the hurt you caused?
