This post made me think of what are my energy killers and boosters
Killers:
- multi-tasking, I feel my mind is shuttered and unfocused. I don’t even like switching tasks as there’s always transaction cost.
- noise and untidiness. When I need to focus, I like to be in a peaceful/calm place that doesn’t have random things. Thus I need to go to the meeting room to focus.
- interruptions by others
- running late, feeling not prepared
- mindless scrolling/eating that always make me physically drained
Boosters:
- running with music
- meditation, 20 min or more
- write down things, emotions, tasks, reflections, to-do list. The physical act makes me feel good
- hugging my girls. It’s like a relaxing drug when I hug them, in silence
- a good night of sleep
- short bouts of tidying up the house
- cooking for the family
What are your energy killers and boosters?
My Sunday:
The air was terrible so outdoor long run didn’t happen. I made family’s breakfast and went to the gym. Watched 2 episodes of Lincoln lawyer while running 10 miles, then inspired by my morning chat with Sarah and Kae about lifting, I cut my run short and did 40 min full body strength. I realized that when I’m not exhausted from the run, usually from sweating a lot running outdoor, I don’t hate lifting that much especially when not having to rush to work. Well.. maybe I should schedule one lifting session on weekend.
Then I made a banana bread for the family’s breakfast before stating my Netflix marathon.
Oh I did stop to take the girls for lunch. They wanted steak and egg but the restaurant changed the menu so they had cheese burger which was super good too.
I wasn’t tired as I usually do on Sundays, maybe because the run was “shorter”, I stayed on the series, finished season 1 and started season 2. Super effective to take my mind off for a while.
Reading: the plot (30%).
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Our energy killers are the exact same, Coco! Multitasking is a really toxic idea that has been drilled into us as women (maybe men too, idk). But the thought that we have to be doing several things at once is a terrible idea! One thing at a time! I also hate untidiness and messiness, I find it very unsettling.
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I feel like my energy killers + boosters are very similar!
When things are messy, I can never fully concentrate and/or relax.
And I love exercising (or driving) with music playing!!!
And a good night of sleep makes just about everything feel a bit better.
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Sophia is so beautiful.
I can relate to the majority of what you wrote. Back when I had social media that was a major joy-robber for me. Drinking wine is a joy robber if I overdo it since I will be hung over and that is a no-no at my age. Eating lots of sweets/baked goods thus feeling bloated. Checking email after work hours (have not done it since this school year started). Lack of boundaries. People pleasing.
Joy givers: structure, planning, having something to look forward to, being present with my kids, and husband, watching an excellent movie or reading a great book, walking outside, learning, and giving a good lesson. Also, being present with friends, listening to them, and being listened to.
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Energy killers = being over scheduled, feeling behind on things, disorganized people and spaces, loud environments. Energy boosters = a walk or run outside, a good night of sleep, reading for pleasure, conversations with interesting/fun people.
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I agree with the killers. Multitasking is horrible, and they have done many studies which prove that it is not time efficient. Anything that is not time efficient is a killer for me. Like you say, tardiness, messiness, all of these things are also not time efficient! I also am not a huge fan of lines, crowds, or being hungry! 🙂
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