Ask How do you stay disciplined when your schedule is completely self-managed?

[Brendan]

When you are a freelancer, nobody is there to tell you when to start working or when to take a break. While this freedom is wonderful, it can also lead to laziness or distraction if you are not careful with your time. You must learn how to be your own boss and stick to a daily routine that keeps you productive. It takes a lot of mental strength to keep yourself going every single day. How do you stay disciplined when your schedule is completely self-managed?