Ryan Pierre
Are you sluggish in the morning? Do you find caffeinated drinks a necessary tool to power through the day? This sign that you need to get rid of the quick fixes and create an energy management plan. Although it may seem challenging to get started, you will soon feel more motivated once you start reaping the rewards of a happier, healthier, and more productive lifestyle.
What is energy management?
Your energy is a limited resource. Think of it as money in a bank account. Start the day with a set amount of money. This varies depending on your age, lifestyle, stress levels, medical conditions, and other factors. Then, multiple transactions (activities) occur throughout your day as you withdraw energy and deposit energy into the account. You can control the actions that drain your energy, but you can still take steps to add more energy to your account.
These tips will help you increase your energy to live a happier, healthier, and more productive life.
1. Get healthy food.
While we all know that healthy food is essential for our well-being, many people mistakenly view healthy eating as a way to lose weight. According to the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans), a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains is essential for optimal energy. You are only as good or worse than what you eat. To get the most nutrients possible to keep you energized throughout the day, eat a wide variety of foods from each food group. You can eat fresh or frozen vegetables, particularly dark leafy greens like broccoli and carrots, and orange vegetables such as sweet potatoes and sweet potatoes. You have many options for healthy protein choices, including a variety of fish and legumes. Daily intake of whole-grain cereals and bread and rice, and pasta should be 3 ounces.
2. Get seven to eight hours of sleep each night.
People need to get more sleep. It is well-known that we need seven hours of sleep each night. So what are the obstacles to getting more? You can think about ways to improve the sleep habits of your worst sleep disruptors. To be energized and thriving in the day, it is important to prioritize sleep.
3. Keep company with positive people.
Maximize your time with people that you like. You will feel more motivated and excited if you surround yourself with positive people who share your interests. Conversely, people who are difficult to relate to, have negative outlooks, make bad choices, or complain often will drain your energy. So choose carefully who you choose to keep around.
4. Avoid news overload.
It’s essential to keep up with what’s going on around the world through the news. It can be informative, entertaining, and even uplifting. Unfortunately, too often, the information is filled with stories about suffering. These stories can cloud your perspective and make it easier to see the negative instead of seeing the positive. These stories can’t be avoided, but you can minimize your exposure, especially during difficult times.
5. Get regular exercise.
Are you ever lethargic mid-day? Do you ever feel tired from simple tasks like grocery shopping and household chores? Contrary to what you might think, 150 minutes of daily activity as recommended by the Physical Activity Guidelines For Americans can increase your energy and not decrease it. How? How?
6. Every day, do something meaningful.
What are you passionate about? Are you passionate about a particular talent or skill that you would like to share more often? Even if you only have to do one thing every day, enjoy it. You will be able to use your energy in ways that bring out the best of you if you put effort into the things you love.
7. Positive thoughts are good for others.
Conserving energy is possible by maintaining a compassionate mindset. Kind attention is one example of this type of thinking. Try making eye contact with strangers and smiling while saying, “I wish you all the best.” Instead of judging someone, this positive action can help you to keep your eyes open. Judging others can lead to self-judgment, which can be very exhausting.
