It's easy to find the energy to do the things you love. If my kids ask me to play a board game, I suddenly get a second wind, even after a day of shopping and cooking and it's probably past my bedtime =D. Or, if an idea sparks, I am energized to write down a whole scene or a new character's backstory. For December's IWSG, I'm brainstorming ways to...
For some things, I have to scrounge up energy to get them done - like housework. I love to write, but sometimes after a long day of work, I don't have the energy to be creative. Responsibilities come first and can wear us out! So here are some things to try to Energize:
- Promise yourself a Reward - You deserve a treat for getting chores done. And a treat doesn't have to be food; it can be just relaxing, watching a favorite show, playing a video game, or strolling through social media--though a little chocolate or a glass of wine are also quite rewarding.
- Alternate - Do a chore, do something fun, do a chore, watch a show, etc.
- Take a Walk - Exercising can give you energy, seriously =D
- Take a Power Nap - If you're exhausted but still have to finish up some work, a 30 minute lie-down can be quite refreshing
If you have any suggestions for getting energized, please share!
Hope you enjoy the Holidays and all the Festivities that go along with the Season!
5 comments:
Hi Tara - Energise ... a good word - just don't get stuck upside down ... cheers Hilary
Quit your day job! That sucker zaps all of your energy anyway. Just kidding. Well, sort of - retirement looms soon....
Alex's answer cracks me up! I find that a good quality cup of coffee does the trick for me when I'm feeling slow. I'm talking sugary espresso from an actual coffee shop. Homemade coffee gets me through a normal day, but if I really need a boost I hit Starbucks. Caffeine is probably too obvious of an answer though, so I'll add that I do all my household chores first if I feel mentally drained. Seeing myself accomplish physical tasks motivates me to accomplish mental tasks...like writing!
I take a break and play Scrabble on my iPad for a while. At least my brain is still engaged that way.
Power naps have always remained elusive for me. If I lay down for a nap, I'm out for a good 2 hours. LOL
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