What's Fueling You? A Guide to More Energy by Shawn Driscoll

(c) 2004 Shawn Driscoll, Succeed Coaching & Development

"When I find myself fading, I close my eyes and realize my friends are my energy." –Anon.

Have you ever known someone who’s always a bundle of energy and you end up feeling more energetic after being with them? How about someone who comes into a room and seems to suck all the energy out of it within moments? What is the difference between these two people?

Have you ever had a day where you were so engaged in what you were doing that hours flew by in what seemed like minutes? How about the kind of day where time d-r-a-g-g-e-d on and on and on and minutes seemed like hours? What was the difference for you?

It’s interesting how there are some people and activities which seem to give us more energy than they take, while others seem to take so much more than they give.

We all need energy to function in our daily lives—it is the fuel in our tanks that keep us going. How full is your energy tank right now? If you’re running on less than a ½ tank, don’t worry! This article will explore ways to maintain a steady and healthy energy level so that you are ready for the road ahead!

LEADED OR UNLEADED?

There are many sources of energy we can use for motivation and fuel. Predictably, some are healthier and more sustainable than others. Below is a summary of some common energy. Check off those that you use to keep you going.

Noxious Sources: these sources of energy are commonly used and they do work…but at a significant physical, mental, and emotional cost. It all depends on how much of them you use and how often.

1.Adrenaline: this is the fuel of choice for the stressed-out and over-scheduled. Adrenaline gives us that “jolt” to keep moving when we’d otherwise be overwhelmed. You might be relying on adrenaline for energy if you are constantly rushing, often arriving “right on time” or a few minutes late, work best “under pressure”, or often find yourself struggling to fit in last minute interruptions and issues.

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BIO:

Shawn is a career and business coach located in Metro Detroit, Michigan. She has over 15 years experience helping people succeed at work with less sacrifice and struggle. As owner of www.succeedcoaching.com. she seeks to motivate people to create fulfilling work lives.

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