Rising With the Rhythm · Rise Up a Rockstar

Rising With the Rhythm

Why I Get Outside at 5 A.M.

I’ve been thinking a lot about circadian rhythms lately — basically, the body’s natural clock. And the more I’ve leaned into mine, the more I realize how much it affects my energy, my creativity, and my ability to show up every day like the person I’m trying to become.

For me, that starts at 5 a.m.

Not because I’m trying to be hardcore.

Not because a book told me to.

But because I want to give myself a real shot at having the energy it takes to rise up as a musician, creator, and human being.

So every morning, I walk outside right after I wake up.

I try to catch the sunrise — even if it’s cloudy, like today. Sometimes it’s bright and loud, sometimes it’s muted, barely peeking through. Either way, just stepping into the natural light resets something inside me.

Getting that early sunlight helps regulate your circadian rhythm — which means better sleep, better focus, better recovery, and more consistent energy throughout the day. And honestly, as creatives, we need every bit of that. Lack of energy saps our strength. It steals our momentum. It dulls our spark.

This little morning ritual has been one of the simplest, most grounding things I’ve added to my daily rhythm. No perfection. No pressure. Just showing up for myself before the rest of the world wakes up.

If you’re looking for a way to boost your energy, your clarity, or your creative drive, try it.

Step outside early. Let the day meet you.

Set your rhythm before the world sets it for you.

If you already do something similar, I’d love to hear what your morning rhythm looks like.

Let’s keep rising — one sunrise at a time.

— Scott

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