Abby Laine Mendez

Working from home was supposed to be the dream, right? No commute, flexible hours, and the freedom to build a life on your terms. But for many, the reality looks more like this: juggling endless to-do lists, posting content with zero engagement, wondering if this “freedom lifestyle” is just a pretty lie in yoga pants. If you’ve ever felt broke, burnt out, or stuck to your phone trying to make it work—you're not alone.

A few years ago, I found myself sitting at my desk at 11:47 PM—again—frantically tweaking a client’s campaign while my own business sat...