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

Let’s be real. If we’re not sleeping, we’re not creating.We’re not thinking clearly. We’re not rising — we’re running on fumes. And running on fumes is how legends fade early. Sleep is your fuel, your reset, your recharge button — and it’s one of the most underrated tools for real rockstar energy. Here are a few simple, no-BS techniques to help you sleep like a legend, not a zombie: 🎯 BEFORE BED – Set the Stage Like a Pro You wouldn’t walk on stage with your gear all over the place. Same goes for sleep. 1. Wind down your “set” early.Lights down. Screens off. Let your brain know the show’s over.👉 Try a red light lamp or dim lighting 1 hour before bed. 2. No phones in bed.Seriously. Put it across the room. Scrolling kills melatonin.Instead? Music, a physical book, or a journal. 3. Cool it down.Your body sleeps better in a cooler room — 60–67°F is the sweet spot.Bonus: take a warm shower an hour before bed to trigger the cool-down effect. 🎯 WHEN YOU WAKE UP IN THE NIGHT – Don’t Panic 1. Don’t fight the night.Wake up at 2am? It happens. Fighting it only revs up your brain. 2. Get up — low light only.Sit somewhere calm. Breathe. Journal. Meditate. Read something non-stimulating. Let the sleep wave come back naturally. 3. Try “4-7-8” breathingInhale 4 seconds.Hold 7 seconds.Exhale 8 seconds.Repeat 4 times. It calms your nervous system and resets your rhythm. 🎯 BONUS: Your Rockstar Sleep Ritual Create a 10-minute “offstage routine”: - Shut off your tech - Play calming music or white noise - Write down what you’re letting go of - Lay down and say: “I did enough today. Now it’s time to restore.” That’s real self-leadership. That’s what rising looks like. 💬 Drop a Comment: What helps you wind down — or what totally wrecks your sleep?We’re all learning how to manage our energy better. Let’s trade notes like a real crew. Because the truth is: sleep isn’t weakness. It’s strength. You’re not your best when you’re exhausted. You can’t lead, write, record, show up, or create magic when you’re wrecked.

A little inspiration of something my amazing son and I did for years.... I hope it inspires you to do somethong to help someone else today.

So, how do I even talk about this but I promised to be open and honest about everything on here. So it looks as if I am going to be homeless very soon. There are many things that got me to this place in the first place, some my own doing and some out of my control. I would love to sit here and dwell on all of this but that isn't going to help. That said, I am scared, frustrated , hurt by friends and family. I don't understand where everyone went in my life and I don't understand why this is all happening. I hope I can keep this little corner open as I strive to rebound. I hope my story and company can be in service to someone who needs it.