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Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential
Issue 6.52 - December 28, 2009 ISSN: 15516571
In Kevin's Own Words
Unleash Your Energy:
Five Ways to Recharge Your Mind, Spirit and Productivity
Since experts say we all are truly complex bundles of energy, it makes sense to think about how we can manage, use and increase the amount of energy in our bodies and minds. Because when we are better energy managers, we can create better results in all areas of our lives.
The topic of personal energy is much larger than can be covered by a short article. In fact, while we should definitely think about our physical levels of energy that isn't the point of this article. (Though I will say, eating better, eating less, exercising more and sleeping more - all things your Mother probably taught you - would be a pretty good place to start.)
Rather, in the next few words, let's focus on gaining, refreshing and recharging your mental and emotional energy - because when you do you'll become happier, less stressed and more productive.
Here are five great suggestions:
Unload your worries. Worry is one of the great energy sucks in life. When you look logically at the things you are worried about you will notice a couple of things: many (perhaps most) will never come true, and some are completely out of your control. As you unload yourself of these worries you begin to recharge your mind and soul! If there are things you are worried about that you can control, stop worrying and start taking action. That action will create more energy and relieve the energy drain caused by the worry. Unload your worries today.
Undo a wrong. Have someone you need to apologize to? Have something, large or small, weighing on your mind? All of that is wasted mental and emotional energy - all energy that can be recaptured by taking the steps to rectify or apologize or whatever else is needed. Only you know what it is, and when you do it, you'll be replenished with energy almost immediately. Undo that wrong.
Uncalendar some of your time. OK, so uncalendar may not be a word, but you know what I mean! If you want to recharge and create new energy in your life, you must change your pace and your plans. Take a few things off your calendar, or simply schedule more time for yourself rather than everyone and everything else. This isn't a selfish act. In fact, as you recharge and create more energy, you are better able to help and serve others. Uncalendar!
Unleash your imagination, hopes and dreams. Think more expansively; think more positively. This is one of the best things you can do with the time you just gave yourself by uncalendaring. Spend time in goal setting, goal planning and creative thinking. Open your mind up to new ideas, approaches and more. When you do you will find energy streaming into your life in amazing quantities. The energy is already there; it's ready for you when you unleash your mind.
Unplug yourself. In most cases, energy requires plugging something in - it's hard to power the toaster without electricity! In our lives today we are plugged in in so many wonderful ways - to phones for instant communication, to the internet for connection and information and productivity and much more. I'm guessing you have multiple technological tools you use every day. And at least one (or more) that you use multiple times each hour. As valuable as these devices and appliances are, they can become energy drains too. Choose to turn off your phone, shut down your laptop, and not worry about the news for a day or two. You can do this by going away to a more secluded place, or you can do it by hitting the off button. Create more energy in your life, by tapping into different energy when you unplug from some others. Choose to unplug.
An important note: This has been written from a personal perspective. As a leader it is important to recharge for yourself, so you'll be a better and leader . . . and because it's an important to encourage your team members to reduce stress and recharge themselves too. If you believe the actions you just read will increase your energy, teaching and modeling these ideas to others is a great way to lead and make a difference for others - increasing productivity in the process.
Potential Pointer: To maximize your results, productivity and life satisfaction, you must become an energy manager. When you focus on recharging your mental and emotional batteries, you'll have greater energy in every area of your life.
Kevin's Recommends
Great Year End Reading
There's never a bad time to read, but the end of the year may be one of the very best times to crack open a book. You're likely through the rush of Christmas, with the paced slowed a bit. You may have some time off before the New Year. And, in many parts of the world, the weather outside might limit some of your other activities a bit.
The end of a calendar year often means a reflective state of mind, so it's not only a time when you might have more opportunity to read, but if you pick the right types of materials, your mind might be most receptive to what you are reading.
This short list is by no means exhaustive, but all are materials that I - and many others - have found valuable. Plus, most are books I have read more than once (some many times). The theme you will find among them is that none are new; they are all classics.
They are books that will lift your spirit and give you many things to think about - which is why I've put them on this year-end list!
Here they are in no particular order:
The Greatest Miracle in the World, by Og Mandino
Perhaps my favorite short story, the God Memorandum at the conclusion is amazing writing. Any of Og Mandino's books could have made the list, this is just my personal favorite.
Think and Grow Rich, by Napoleon Hill
A book I try to read once a year. Each time I read it, I learn new things I can apply to my work and life. If you've not read it or are put off by the title, realize it is about much more than monetary wealth.
See You at the Top By Zig Ziglar
A classic on positive thinking, personal development and achievement. If you have ever heard Zig speak, you will hear his voice speak every word to you as you read.
How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
The current wave of relationship books all owe much to this book. There is nothing here you don't know - but much you may not practice regularly enough.
As a big fan of reading and learning, my "simple" hope is that you read (whether you pick something from my list or not).
If you do pick something from my suggestions above, you'll be glad you did; it's all great material that will benefit anyone open to reading and learning. It's material that can make a difference in your life when you reflect on and take action on it. And, it's material that can help you unleash your remarkable potential.
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