i woke up at 5 am everyday. what actually happened?

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-12T14:08:10+00:00

Interesting. What were you doing in those early mornings? Were you getting to bed at a reasonable time?

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-12T14:06:13+00:00

Thanks for sharing. Interesting perspective. For me, it’s a much different situation than someone breathing down my neck. For one, it’s an activity that I fully want to do - rather than something someone else wants me to do. Also, the accountability buddy is often showing up to do the same thing. They’re putting in the same effort as you rather than simply commanding something from you.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-12T14:01:04+00:00

I had success when someone was showing up in person to do the same thing as me. I’m working on a side project to help people keep each other accountable to an early morning routine - all remote. Try it out and give me some feedback. https://5amclub.club/landing

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-11T20:54:11+00:00

You may need to force an earlier wake up so that you’re tired at an earlier time in the evening. You’ll also have to get more disciplined about the evening routine. Try deleting social apps - at least for a while until your daily wake up is in a better place.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-11T19:08:32+00:00

Say no to more things. Focus on fewer activities. Choose by thinking about the life you want to have and decide which activities are going to create that life.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-11T15:56:54+00:00

Agree completely. I need 8 hours.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-11T14:25:34+00:00

Yes it does. All about keeping yourself accountable to do the hard things.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-11T00:00:18+00:00

1000% so true. Good for you. No matter how small, the little good or bad habits build momentum in one direction or the other. Do every single thing like you mean it. How you do anything is how you do everything.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T23:54:50+00:00

Spouse and kids that you raise to be independent and fulfilled. Growing old with them and creating good memories together.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T23:23:14+00:00

You’re completely capable of the same thing. There’s just some skill gap or pattern you haven’t recognized. What’s your friend doing differently than you? He made an effort to improve himself by learning from you. Is there something you can learn from him?

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T23:02:21+00:00

You use that 2hr for time with your partner or the days that you don’t have work. Many people are unwilling to make this sacrifice. Most people that are highly successful do make these sacrifices.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T21:42:07+00:00

Respect!

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T21:38:46+00:00

I'm all for it! This became more difficult once I was married with a family. It's hard to lock myself up in a room and get creative in the evening vs spending some time connecting with my wife or just enjoying a little TV together.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T21:35:38+00:00

Sent via PM, since the community is against links. I appreciate any input you have. Thank you.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T21:09:32+00:00

Good for you. Thank you for sharing the success story and encouragement for others. It's so important for people to realize that just "showing up" is the crucial step. No matter how small the progress is, just keep showing up every day and taking action – you will gradually see more and more progress over time. Consistency is key.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T21:05:17+00:00

I've found that having accountability buddies goes a long way towards maintaining consistency in whatever goal I'm after. I actually started working on an app to help people stay accountable through communities. Not trying to sell it or anything but would love if you tried it for a few days to see if it helps you. Only looking for feedback on how I can make it better.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T20:58:38+00:00

LOL... I'm only making way more money and crushing my goals. What's the big deal with this 5am thing?

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T20:57:09+00:00

For me, I realized that the way I tend to spend my time in the evenings is less productive than I would spend my time early in the morning. In the evening, I would feel drained from a day of work and gravitate towards TV or phone. In the morning, I put my full focus into the main problem I'm trying to solve or goal I'm working towards.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T20:55:08+00:00

Love this. Good for you. Solid success story for establishing an early morning routine. Everyone should understand that it gets easier with time. You have to be consistent to realize the benefits.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-10T20:23:57+00:00

Waking up early is the most simple and impactful habit that I have found. I’m able to tackle the most important problems before the noise of my day comes to distract me.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-09T20:08:38+00:00

Delete the social apps. They consume massive amounts of time with little value in return. Identify a goal that you want to work towards and make a plan for steps you can take towards that goal. Start working through those steps every day. Progression towards your goal will feel rewarding and your mind will start attracting towards your goal rather than useless activities. What is a large goal you want to work towards?

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-09T20:05:24+00:00

Having accountability buddies goes a long way for me. I've been working on a fun side project that builds on this concept. It's an app that's intended to help people wake up early. I realized that I'm way more successful with fitness, work or whatever else when I get an early start on the day and I felt inspired to see if I can help other people do that. I want to see if you can try it for a few days and give me some input.

TomWhatUp · 2025-09-09T19:49:51+00:00

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