Day 10 of testing if waking up at 5AM will change my life.

We're officially in double digits, babies.

Ten days into my 5AM challenge, I'm learning something surprising: waking up early isn't actually the hardest part. Going to bed on time so I don't dread it is.

In this Day 10 check-in, I'm sharing the reality behind building new habits, especially with ADHD. The excitement of starting something new is beginning to wear off, the novelty is slightly fading, and I'm entering the phase where consistency matters more than motivation.

I talk about:
• The struggle of creating healthy nighttime habits when the kids are at their dad's (where my single moms at?)
• How doom scrolling, late-night TV, and "just one more thing" can sabotage even the best morning routine
• The evening routine I'm experimenting with to support better sleep and more consistent mornings
• Why habit building often requires replacing old behaviors, not just eliminating them
• The role community and accountability play in personal growth and self-improvement

If you're trying to wake up earlier, build better habits, improve your productivity, or simply become more consistent with the promises you make to yourself, this episode is a reminder that progress isn't about perfection. It's about showing up, even when the excitement fades.

And to everyone who's been sending me 5AM texts, DMs, and messages - you might be the reason this challenge is still going strong 💕

Because becoming the person you want to be doesn't happen overnight - but it might happen one small habit at a time... and we're about to find out.

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Four days into my 5AM wake-up challenge, and I'm already noticing some surprising changes.

In this episode of Mostly All Figured Out, I'm sharing the real-life experience of waking up at 5AM as a single mom, business owner, and person with ADHD. No miracle morning claims. No "I've completely transformed my life in a week" nonsense. Just an honest look at what's working, what's hard, and why keeping promises to yourself might be more powerful than any productivity hack.

We talk about:
• My day-by-day 5AM wake-up ratings
• Why charging my phone across the room is a game-changer
• The unexpected connection between self-trust and productivity
• Lessons from Atomic Habits by James Clear, truly one of the best books I've ever read
• How identity shapes our habits and behaviors
• Why small actions can create massive change over time
• Balancing personal goals, motherhood, business ownership, and a social life

If you've ever struggled to stick with a new habit, hit snooze one too many times, or wondered whether changing your routine could help you become the person you want to be, this episode is for you.

Follow along as I spend the next month testing whether waking up at 5AM actually leads to better focus, more consistency, business growth, and a life that feels more aligned with my goals.

Because maybe the secret isn't waking up at 5AM. Maybe it's becoming someone who keeps promises to herself ✨

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What to do now?

• Subscribe to the channel! Episodes drop Thursdays. Usually.
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Hey babies, we're back!! It's been a minute.

I'm catching you up on everything: the resting era, the panic era, and the locked-in era I'm currently living in. We're talking divorce aftermath, selling the house, a boyfriend detour, a financial wake-up call that hit like a freight train, and how sheer desperation (as per usual) is what finally got me moving.

But the real thing I want to talk about today? What it actually means to decide. Not the Instagram "claim it in the comments!!" version of deciding - the real kind. The kind where you accidentally forget to cancel a $370 hotel you never stayed in, and instead of absolutely destroying yourself over it, you just... don't. Because you've already decided you're wealthy, and wealthy women don't spiral, they pivot.

I'm also getting into my big money goals for 2026, what's actually working in my business (shoutout to my incredible contractors), and how my financial advisor pulled off a miracle I never could have dreamed up on my own.

Plus: My dog Simon makes a quick cameo, Jackson's cardinal mug gets its moment, and I shout out basically everyone I've ever met.

If you're a single mom running a business, figuring it out on your own, and tired of advice that sounds like it was written by ChatGPT - this one's for you.

Support the show

💸 Want to support the pod? There’s a new listener support option now! Click the link above to be a part of the "Bunch of MAFOs" and I'll love you forever. Thank you to the current bunch!! Paul F, Michael H, Bridget W, Sam S, Ben S, Lauren B, Maria Q, Lizzy, Brandon G, and Mama 💜

What to do now?

• Subscribe to the channel! Episodes drop Thursdays. Usually.
• Follow us on Instagram: @mostlyallfiguredout
• To connect with me about event and fundraising consulting for your nonprofit, shoot me a DM on IG @inspiredeventscollective!
• Subscribe to the YouTube Channel to watch the episodes: @mostlyallfiguredout ‬
• Please rate and review the podcast! It really helps to get it in front of more people. And we love you for it.

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Thank you to our sponsor - Mercury Salon! Head to Mercury at 43 Allen Street to see Felicia and have all of your hairy needs met. Call her to book an appointment: (716) 883-8800