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"The Economy of This Nation Starts at 7 A.M." — and Other Lies I Stopped Believing About Success

"The economy of this nation starts at 7 A.M.," he told me.I was 19, pregnant, and trying not to roll my eyes as my daughter's grandfather launched into a full-blown sermon about early mornings and personal responsibility — all while I was trying to nap. He said it like it was divine law, like the day didn't count if you missed that magic window before sunrise.My dad wasn't much softer about it. He used to joke that I kept "crackhead hours." Which, fair. Most of my best work happens between 7 P.M...
Djim Loic
Digital clock who's minutes are going by so fast that they blur together, on a white background - Neurospicy Hustler's

How to Master Time Management and Scheduling (ADHD Edition)

If you're an entrepreneur with ADHD, time management can feel like trying to herd caffeinated cats — on a rollercoaster — blindfolded.You've got a brain full of ideas, 19 tabs open, three active notebooks, and oh look… It's already 2 PM, and you've been hyperfocusing on font pairings for a landing page no one asked for.Sound familiar? You're not alone. And more importantly, you're not doomed to stay stuck in chaos. With the right systems (and grace), you can build a rhythm that honors both your...

The Insidious Cost of Burnout: Learning to Value Rest

I used to treat rest like dessert.Not the kind you melt into with joy — but the conditional kind. A bribe. A distant reward. “You can have it when you finish everything on your plate.”Except my plate was never empty.As a student, small business owner, and freelance writer juggling deadlines and dreams, I thought I could earn rest by being useful enough. Productive enough. Efficient enough. Rest became a dangling carrot I never caught. Because when your worth is tied to your output, there’s alway...

5 Romantic & Fun Date Night Ideas in Chicago (That Are Way Better Than Netflix)

Let’s be honest — if your version of date night still includes “I don’t know, what do you wanna do?” It’s time for an upgrade. Luckily, Chicago is brimming with romantic potential that just aches to be explored.Whether enjoying your third date or aspiring to reignite the spark after thirteen years, there’s no reason to feel bored with this city’s incredible beauty, vibrant experiences, and enchanting magic. This is Chicago, after all! Embrace the adventure and elevate your date nights to a whole...