FTW Magazine
Everyone has a limit to the amount of physical energy available in their gas tank. The same applies for mental energy. Conserving it and using it wisely can change a life. The first step in learning to conserve mental energy is to identify what are called “energy leaks.”
Working Around the Clock
A major leak is working 24/7. In this digital age, it’s easy to work Sundays, at 10:30 p.m., or upon waking at 5 a.m. Over time, it’s just spinning wheels, working for the sake of working, and addiction to devices and email. Quality decreases, and the chance of mistakes increases. Everyone has a unique cycle — a time of day that’s most alert and productive. Whether it’s at 7 a.m. or 7 p.m., take advantage of this cycle and work diligently during this time on the things that need more focused attention. If the lowest part of the cycle is 3 p.m., avoid the most challenging tasks during this time. When is the most productive time of day? When is the least productive time of day? Know this and work with it. Doing so will conserve mental energy.