Energy Givers or Takers: What Habits Do You Possess?

Feel like your energy is sometimes sky high and other times rock bottom? It happens to the best of us. Let’s dive into habits that either boost you up or snatch your energy away.

 

What are energy givers and takers?

 

 

Energy giving habits are habits that help you increase your energy levels that leaves you feeling refreshed and motivated. While energy takers are habits that drain you and make you feel tired.

 

Examples of energy givers:

 

• Sunlight
• Cleaning and organizing
• Nature walks
• Self-care practices
• Consistent sleep
• Tech breaks
• Movement
• Boundaries
• Fueling your body
• Hydration
• Music

 

Example of energy takers:

 

• A cluttered space
• Negative thoughts
• Skipping meals
• Not drinking enough water
• Too much screen time
• Irregulars sleep time
• Multitasking
• Overloaded on sugar
• Negative vibes
• Overcommitting/Overworking

 

 

"Anytime you find yourself giving more energy than you receive. Step back."

 

How to overcome energy taker habits?

 

So, tackling those energy, sucking-habits can be a bit of a journey, but trust us it's doable!

 

First off let’s start with self- awareness, which is getting to those habits that drain your energy. Take a moment to reflect on your daily routine, and identify those culprits.

 

Once you got them into your sights, it’s time to introduce some positive changes. Begin by prioritizing self-care — meaning, make sure you get enough sleep, eat nourishing foods, and squeeze in some exercise. It’s like giving your body and mind a little spa day.

 

Now, let’s set some boundaries. Learn how to keep boundaries that are appropriate for you and allow you to have time for yourself. Make sure you surround yourself with positive people, and perform deep breathing exercises to help you handle stress.

 

Also, understand changes like these take time, so be patient with yourself you got this!

 

3 ways to satisfy your energy givers habits.

Let’s chat about some awesome ways to boost your energy and feel super fulfilled. First up, seriously getting a good nights sleep is like the refresh button on your body and mind.  Imagine waking up feeling ready to conquer the world that’s the energy giving gift of a solid night’s sleep. So make bedtime a cozy retreat, put  away those screens, and let your dreams be your sleep time buddies.

 

Now le dive into the world of active adventures. We're talking about moving your body and having a blast whether it's dancing to your favorite tunes, playing a sport or going out for a nature walk, these activities will pump up your energy levels and make you feel alive. And the key secret is finding something you love, something that feels less like a workout, and more like a treasure for yourself.

 

Last, but not least, let’s sprinkle some positivity into your life. Surround yourself with good vibes and hang out with people that lift you. When you focus on the good stuff, it’s like turning on a radiant light inside you. Positivity like a supercharge energy giver that makes your day feel brighter and better.

Take Away 

These habits are not about being perfect; they’re about you feeling good and giving your body the love it deserves. So, go ahead try establishing good energy habits and let the good vibes flow. Need a guide to track your progress and practices for the new change? Click here to get your free self-care guide and planner.