It was good to be back live with you all on a Wednesday night. These mid-week check-ins are becoming a highlight for me. We’re trying out some different streaming setups lately because, honestly, the way YouTube has been dropping lives is just ridiculous. We’ve got to keep changing it up to stay connected.
If you missed the live, here’s a look at what’s on my mind right now.
Technology and the “Work Too Much” Trap
My girl got me an Apple Watch for Christmas, and I’ve been wearing it pretty consistently. It’s a cool piece of tech, but I have to tell you, it’s a bit of a snitch. It’s constantly telling me, “Hey bro, you’re doing a really bad job of resting.”
It’s confirmed what I already knew: I work too much and I don’t sleep enough. That seems to be the tone and tenor of my life lately, and honestly, it’ll probably stay that way for a while. We’re all out here grinding, but make sure you’re taking care of yourselves—we had a friend, Michelle, take a nasty fall at home recently and get a concussion. It’s a reminder that even at home, we’ve got to stay sharp.
The World and the Wallet
I opened my phone this morning and saw talk of a ceasefire overseas. I’m not a warmonger; I don’t prefer war because, at the end of the day, it’s the kids who suffer. No child is “politically astute”—they just want to exist and grow up.
But you can feel the effects of what’s happening every time you hit the gas station. My gas went from starting with a 3 to a 4 overnight. People are saying groceries are going up another 30% in the next few months. It’s heavy stuff. Trillions in debt and we’re dropping missiles that cost $2 million a piece. It makes you wonder about the “great reset” buttons these superpowers use to reinvigorate economies.
The Era of the Side Hustle
One thing I’ve noticed since I got out of prison: I haven’t met a single person with just one career. Whether it’s the person at Walmart, the guy at the gas station, or my mechanic—everyone has a side hustle. Most people have two straight-up jobs just to survive this economy.
If you want to eat well and live well, you have to work your ass off. There’s no two ways around it. That’s why I appreciate you guys so much. When you hit that like button, share the stream, or subscribe, you’re helping keep this platform alive. It’s free for you, but it’s the lifeblood for creators who care about the same issues you do.
Wrapping Up
It was a bit of a slower evening, but I’m glad I got to spend it with you. I’m going to go spend some time with the family now. Before I head out, remember to hug someone near you who is soft and amazing.
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All of us under one light.
— Jason (The Alaskan Avenger)
Watch the full live stream here: MIDDLE OF THE WEEK LIVE