My Daily Routine

I wake up naturally around 3:00 a.m. (no alarm—I’m not sure why I wake at this time). I meditate for 30 minutes, then take my vitamins.

Then until 8:AM I read and learn everything I can get my hands on.

8:00 a.m. — Longevity Bowls I make both of these bowls for my mom every morning, she takes all day to eat them both. I handle the grocery shopping and driving each week; she’s very small and over 70 and these bowls are almost too much for her, so I portion them accordingly.

These bowls stacked on top of our daily vitamins,  exercise, and sleep are extremely helpful.

Savory Bowl

Walnuts & almonds

5–6 large pieces of mushrooms

½ Hass avocado

2–3 pieces of raw broccoli

A dusting of turmeric and black pepper

Note: On Wednesdays, I toss the broccoli and any leftover mushrooms because they expire.

 

 

Sweet Bowl

Walnuts & almonds

½ mini orange, sliced

½ banana, sliced

1 large slotted-spoon scoop of thawed but previously frozen fruit medley (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries—or whatever’s on hand)

A dusting of true Ceylon cinnamon from Sri Lanka (far better than common cinnamon)

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Exercise and Sun

I do indoor cardio and outdoor full-body resistance training (spread across the week to avoid injury and be casual.) Then I sit in the Florida sunshine, listen to an Audible book each day for 15 minutes, and practice breath-work. This entire block takes about 1.5 hours total. So everything is done casually by 930 AM sometimes 10 though.

5:00 p.m. — Salad

I eat a salad with tomatoes, mushrooms, and onions, topped with the best extra-virgin olive oil I can find and apple cider vinegar. After dinner, I add 20 more minutes of cardio.

6:00 p.m. — Sleep

I aim for bed around 6:00 P.M. which is pretty early. Consistent, high-quality sleep and regular wake times are extremely important. This creates a Health Safety belt only, things can and do still happen at anytime though.

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6 second YouTube video of an Uber car accident

Be like these passengers and always buckle up, because you just never know, you could be sitting at a stop sign even.

Let’s be honest—rideshare driving isn’t just about picking people up and dropping them off. It’s part navigation, part customer service, and part survival of the weirdest. After thousands of rides, I’ve seen it all: people crying, people making deals, people passed out, people rapping their mixtapes at full volume (without asking). Most rides are fine—some are even great—but when things go south, it’s usually because the passenger forgets one simple thing:

We’re people too.

So here it is: from someone who’s been driving the graveyard shift, the airport runs, the Friday night chaos, and everything in between—what actually makes a good passenger.

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1. Be Ready When You Request

Nothing kills momentum like pulling up to the pin and… nothing. No passenger in sight. No movement. Just a building or a driveway or a parking lot. Then I get the “Coming out now!” text—and I sit there watching the timer run, hoping I don’t get a parking ticket or block a driveway.

Ordering a ride? Be ready to go. I’m not trying to rush you, but the app doesn’t pay me to wait. Those two or three minutes you burn scrambling for your shoes or saying bye to your friends? That adds up—especially during busy hours.

Bonus tip: If you’re ordering a ride for someone else, tell them it’s on the way. No one likes surprising a stranger with a 5-minute wait.

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2. Respect the Ride

Treat the car like you’re borrowing it from a friend. Because in a way, you are.

Don’t slam the doors. Don’t eat messy food. Don’t leave trash. I once found a half-eaten burrito under my passenger seat two hours after a ride. That’s not just gross—it’s disrespectful. I keep my car clean for a reason, and when someone wrecks it, I either have to clean it up or lose money turning down rides while I fix the mess.

Same goes for drinks. Water is fine. Open cocktails? Not so much. If you spill beer in the backseat at 1 a.m., congratulations—you’ve just ended my night early and I’ll be reporting it for a cleaning fee.

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3. Don’t Treat Me Like Your Chauffeur (Or Therapist)

I’m driving you, not serving you. There’s a difference. Most drivers want to help—we’ll adjust the music, we’ll make stops, we’ll talk if you want to talk—but we’re not your personal assistant. I’ve had people snap fingers for the AUX cord, bark directions like I’m a butler, or expect me to make five “quick” stops on a ten-minute ride.

And while I get that rides can sometimes bring out emotions (breakups, job interviews, family fights), I’m not always in a position to carry your full story at 2 a.m. Especially if I’m five rides deep and still caffeinating to stay sharp.

I’ll listen if you want to talk, and I’m always down for real conversation. But I’m not a therapist, and it’s okay if we just ride in silence.

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4. Use Your Seatbelt. Every Time.

This isn’t optional. You might think it’s just a quick trip or that the back seat is “safe,” but I’m responsible for everyone in the car. If I get in an accident and you’re not buckled, it’s not just your problem—it’s mine too.

Don’t make it awkward. Just click it. It takes two seconds and keeps everyone safe.

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5. Share the Space

Late nights, packed Ubers, group rides—it can get crowded. But it doesn’t have to get uncomfortable. A good passenger understands that space is limited. That means no sprawling out, no laying across the back seat, no blocking people’s exits.

If you’re in a group, keep the noise reasonable. You’re not in a club, and drivers can’t focus when four people are yelling over each other while GPS is trying to give directions.

And if someone else is already in the car (like during shared rides), don’t act like they’re invading your space. We’re all trying to get somewhere. A little chill goes a long way.

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6. Rate Fairly. Tip Honestly.

The star rating isn’t Yelp. It affects our livelihood. If I drive safely, get you there on time, and treat you with respect, that should be a five-star ride—even if the music wasn’t your favorite or I didn’t laugh at your joke.

Low ratings hurt. Enough of them, and we risk being deactivated. So don’t treat stars like a hotel review. If something genuinely went wrong, bring it up—or leave a comment. Otherwise, five stars is the default.

And tips? Look—I know it’s not required. But if I went out of my way, waited patiently, handled your bags, or drove through late-night traffic so you didn’t have to—throwing a few bucks shows you noticed. We remember that stuff.

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7. Don’t Be Creepy

This should go without saying, but here we are.

No hitting on your driver. No weird comments. No asking if I’m single or where I live or if I want to “hang out” after my shift. Men do it. Women do it. Drunk people especially do it. And it makes the whole ride uncomfortable.

I’m here to get you from point A to B. Respect that boundary.

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8. Communicate Clearly

If you have a preferred route, let me know—nicely. If you’re waiting at a tricky pickup spot, drop a pin accurately or send a quick message. If your building has a weird entrance, describe it.

The app helps, but it’s not perfect. A little clear communication saves time, confusion, and frustration. Plus, it shows you care about the experience being smooth for both of us.

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Final Thought: We’re Just Two People Sharing a Ride

That’s it. That’s the secret. This whole thing works best when both the driver and the passenger treat each other like people. Not like an employee, not like a robot, not like a threat—but like two humans who just happen to be sharing 15 minutes of road.

Be decent. Be aware. Be a little thoughtful.

That’s what makes a good passenger—and makes me want to pick you up again the next time you need a ride.

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Got your own do’s and don’ts as a passenger or driver? Drop them in the comments—I’ll read them between rides.

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The Accident That Changed Everything
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On March 25, 2023, what should have been a routine Uber ride turned into an event that altered the course of my life in ways I’m still dealing with today. I had been driving full-time for Uber in Florida for years. I knew the roads, the traffic patterns, and the best routes between Pinellas County and Hillsborough County like the back of my hand.

That day started like many others. I picked up two very nice Uber passengers at the Hotel Zamora, my favorite hotel on St. Pete Beach. They were headed to a major hotel in Downtown Tampa, Florida. It was a perfect trip—long enough to make decent earnings, since rideshare drivers only get paid when the wheels are turning. Everything about this ride fit my criteria: the location, the length, and the timing.

We left Pinellas County and crossed over into Hillsborough County as I made my way toward their destination in Tampa. The trip had gone smoothly up to that point. Traffic was normal for a Saturday, the passengers were pleasant, and there were no weather concerns. I had no reason to expect anything unusual as I exited the interstate and approached the final stretch of the trip.

I was completely stopped at a Stop Sign

After getting off the interstate, I approached a stop sign near their destination. I came to a complete stop and waited for cross-traffic to clear.

One car passed by in front of me and made its turn without issue. I waited patiently for the next car to pass before it would be my turn to go. But what happened next still doesn’t make sense to me, even after replaying it in my head countless times.

The second car didn’t continue past me. Instead, the driver suddenly turned directly into my vehicle and struck me head-on.

I saw the car coming in those final moments, but there was nothing I could do to stop it. My vehicle was completely stationary. There was no evasive maneuver I could make. The impact happened so fast that even my passengers were in shock.

The driver who hit me appeared to be in her 30s. She wasn’t a teenager or someone you would expect to be reckless or inexperienced. That’s partly why it was so hard for me to understand how or why she did what she did. I had never experienced anything like that in all my years of driving.

 Police Report and Insurance Problems Begin

The police were called to the scene and arrived promptly. They completed an official accident report, clearly placing the other driver at fault. That was no surprise—it was obvious to everyone there what had happened. I was completely stopped. She drove into me. It couldn’t have been clearer.

I thought that would be the end of it in terms of fault and responsibility. But that was only the beginning of my problems.

In Florida, Uber uses Progressive Insurance for their rideshare drivers. Unfortunately, when I filed a claim under my personal policy for uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, it was denied.

The at-fault driver’s insurance turned out to be one of those bare-minimum coverage policies. The kind that is technically “legal” but essentially useless in a serious accident.

Meanwhile, I carried full coverage with Progressive for my personal auto policy as well. My own insurance covered my vehicle repairs after I paid the deductible, but here’s the kicker: that deductible was never reimbursed by the at-fault party or their insurance. I was left paying out of pocket despite not causing the accident.

The Medical Bills Nightmare

If that had been the end of it, I probably would have moved on eventually. But it wasn’t.

The so-called “driver only” coverage—turned out to be a nightmare. Because of how their contract is structured , their insurance left me stuck with emergency room bills from the accident even though I was working on their platform when it happened.

It was as if every insurance company involved was trying to point the finger at someone else, while I was left holding the bag.

I wrote a detailed letter, complete with the full explanation and even the video footage of the accident. I sent it via USPS, hoping someone at Uber would review the situation and realize how unfairly I was being treated.

I got no response. Not even an acknowledgment. Nothing.

No Accountability

The physical injuries I sustained in that crash are not minor. I will be dealing with them for the rest of my life. What makes it even worse is knowing the entire situation unfolded because of another driver’s negligence—yet I was the one left to pick up the pieces financially, physically, and emotionally.

The at-fault driver carried useless insurance. My own insurance repaired my car but left me paying  And the at-fault driver never paid a dime toward my car repairs or my medical costs.

It felt like a system designed to protect everyone except the actual victim.

Lessons from a Broken System

Before this accident, I had no idea how little protection rideshare drivers really have. Promotions are not agreements. Promoted to me was that  there was a $1 million policy for drivers, but what they don’t emphasize is how limited and conditional that coverage actually is for drivers.

If a passenger had been hurt, the coverage would have kicked in for them immediately. But because I was the driver, I was treated as though I didn’t matter.

It didn’t matter that I was actively working for Uber.

It didn’t matter that another driver was clearly at fault.

It didn’t matter that my life was turned upside down in seconds.

The system is set up in a way that leaves drivers like me with lifelong injuries, unpaid bills, and zero support from the very companies and insurance providers that profit from our work.

Moving Forward

This accident changed how I view rideshare driving, insurance companies, and corporations. I went from being a full-time driver who enjoyed the work to someone permanently injured, facing medical bills, and realizing how little protection drivers truly have.

I’m sharing this story because I don’t want other drivers to go through what I did. If you drive for any rideshare company, understand this: you may be one accident away from discovering just how broken the system really is.

I did everything right that day. I was stopped at a stop sign. I carried full coverage insurance. I followed all the rules. And yet, because of one negligent driver and a web of insurance loopholes, I was left holding the bill—financially and physically—for an accident I did not cause.

It’s a hard reality, but one every rideshare driver deserves to know up front.

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Uber Crash Reality (Read This Before Your Next Shift)

My friend was online with Uber when a driver clipped the rear-left corner of his one-year-old Tesla. The finish was scuffed, no visible dent. Small hit—big lesson.

What most drivers don’t realize

• While you’re on trip, passengers have up to $1,000,000 in medical coverage.

• You (the driver) use your own PIP first, then you chase the at-fault driver’s BI for medical bills.

• Uber’s policy won’t typically pay your medicals. For your car, you can use Uber’s contingent coverage—$2,500 deductible—to repair damage.

• Even a “few hundred dollars” in cosmetic damage can easily price out near $1,000 when done right.

The hidden cost nobody budgets for
More time on the road = higher crash odds. If your car goes to the shop, that’s downtime—no rides, no income. I once sat a full month without pay after a stop-sign hit and the other driver never reimbursed my deductible.

Do this now

1. Confirm your coverage: PIP, rideshare endorsement, and UM/UIM.

2. Plan for the deductible: keep an emergency fund or a credit line ready.

3. Document everything: photos, police report, app status screenshots.

4. Estimate the ROI: minor scuffs? Sometimes waiting beats losing weeks of income.

👉 Protect your paycheck before the crash happens. Save this, share it with another driver, and check your policy today.