There are many times I’ve lamented the fact that I don’t have enough time to do it all.
While time is a constraint, it’s not the most important one.
Energy is what matters!
There are things that we’re excited to work on. They wake us up! They keep us engaged. We should do more of this stuff.
I can be almost fast asleep when I’m bored and totally on fire when I’m excited about something.
Pay attention to what lights you up.
Our time on this world is limited. Because there’s never enough time to do it all, do at least some of what brings you alive.
For me, creative projects and travel boost my energy. Sometimes, watching a good movie or reading a good book can energize me. Taking a walk or talking with friends can energize me.
What about those times when you need to complete a lot of tasks that are pure drudgery? You might be tempted to avoid the fun stuff altogether. Just plow through the work that has to get done!
While I can do this for a short amount of time, it’s not a good long-term strategy. Consider adding some energizing work to your plate when it’s overflowing with draining work.
Sometimes I let myself do something fun as a reward for getting through a certain amount of the not-so-fun stuff. Play with these ideas to see what works best for you.
I’ll say it again. Notice what energizes you! Invite more of this into your life.
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