To add to this - people often equate energy with productivity. I see a lot of comments saying "it was the most productive I've ever been in my life".
As someone who's been on both sides, I used to believe stimulants granted exceptional focus and productivity as well. After starting my own business and seeing what real focus and productivity look like, I believe stimulants only help when it comes to slogging through proscribed, boring work.
If it's a task that requires creative focus, you are better off getting a lot of sleep and letting your subconscious churn on the problem.
That's why I used to refuse to drink coffee at work. I'll drink coffee sometimes cause I like it, but I'm not gonna take drugs at the expense of my sleep schedule etc. to improve some company's bottom line.
Just wanted to note that I found myself nodding as I read through almost all your recent comments. As someone just starting to bootstrap a business, I'm curious about yours. Care to share?
As someone who's been on both sides, I used to believe stimulants granted exceptional focus and productivity as well. After starting my own business and seeing what real focus and productivity look like, I believe stimulants only help when it comes to slogging through proscribed, boring work.
If it's a task that requires creative focus, you are better off getting a lot of sleep and letting your subconscious churn on the problem.