Live like no one else so later you live like no one else
I read a book by Dave Ramsey several years ago, & although I don’t agree with most of his viewpoints, there was something that did resonate.
Live like no one else, so later you can live like no one else.
Now in the context of his book, he was referring to paying off debt & being intentional with your money.
I’m going to apply the same concept here to making money from home.
What does it mean to live like no one else?
Well in my case….
Here are the things I reject….
❌ no hustling, rushing, overworking
❌ no instagram, facebook, linkedin, tiktok, twitter
❌ no electronics in bedroom (ie: phones, tv, computers, smart devices)
❌ no logins on my phone browser or unnecessary apps
❌ no work email or work-related apps on phone
❌ no mindless consumption, set restrictions on my youtube use
❌ no streaming services
❌ minimal takeout
❌ no excessive googling to find all the “answers” (these answers are biased)
❌ no impulsive internet shopping for quick solutions (use what i have)
❌ no maintaining relationships out of obligation (especially w/ family)
❌ no excessive caffeine consumption
Here are the things I say yes to…
✅midday breaks to unplug in my bedroom & lay down
✅time tracking & working in short blocks
✅ phone on focus mode 90% of the time
✅ daily walks in nature
✅ relationships with a balanced give/take
✅ balanced education for my kids (in my case homeschool)
✅ phones off at night (everyone knows i’m not reachable from 8pm - 7am. I’m not their emergency contact!)
✅ a diet with veggies/fruits as the main focus & minimal packaged foods
✅ staying well hydrated with water (invested in a good filter)
These daily habits may sound extreme to some, but for me, they’re essential steps to prioritizing my health & living a more balanced lifestyle. If you want to build a creative business model that works for YOUR life, your biggest trap will be working too much. Step back, take breaks, get fresh air, and give yourself space to let the creative juices flow! ✨
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About the Author
I’m a married mom of two and a former classroom teacher. Despite facing significant health challenges, I’ve earned over $75K from home all while keeping my well-being and family as my top priorities. I’m here to help you do the same with blogging, email newsletters, and YouTube!
