E is for energy (or not)

A very short post tonight as I’m not feeling too well, physically and had various jabs today, too!

Energy. I had a range of things to say here. First, if you are naturally energetic and enthusiastic, promise me that you won’t let anyone crush that. Occasionally, it happens and it can set you back. As firmly as you can, stay true to you; to that.

Then, about pushing through when your energies, physical, mental, both, are low. Sometimes – this is the real world for us- we will be tired and not in a position to rest. But even then, reclaim what you can, even if it’s just a few moments and never feel guilty for being low in energy because, do you know, rest is needed and does not need to be earned.

Something else. The amount of energy you have is a precious commodity so we can make choices about where it goes. If someone drains the very life out of you, it is okay to avoid or limit contact with that person; to make yourself available. Think, too, about what gives you joy, however daft, however tiny: it is unique to you. Such things are energising; they are good for me and for us.

Right now, though, I am a battery running down and I shall be back tomorrow.

With love,

Bookworm. xxx