While talking with Mike Pagan, author of the book 'Faff- The
Power of Doing Without Achieving' I realised that I was not always
focusing my efforts when I have the most energy. Also, trying to
work through times when I am at my least productive.
Since the conversation, I have started to take some time off after
lunch to help get myself really energised. This has had a very
positive effect on my day.
At first this seemed strange. Being programmed to work a full day
and often over lunch, from my corporate background. However, I
realised that I can now give myself the freedom to do what I want,
when I want. The only permission I need is my my own.
If you work for yourself and can, why not use your low energy
times to do things you enjoy? Why not give yourself the permission
to do something different? Go for a run, walk, read a book, listen
to some music or even make some noise (like I do in the video
below). Anything that gets your energy and enthusiasm up!
If you work in a company, make sure you take your lunch hour, go
for a walk etc. The most productive people do take lunch and
exercise.
Here is a short video of me re-energising myself for a productive
afternoon. Not your usual corporate video this one! Apologies to
those who do not like loud rock music!
What could you do in your low energy times to help you get the
most from your day?
If this has got you thinking, please do leave a comment!