We all live in a world where everything had to be done yesterday and that can be quite overwhelming at times. So taking time out to recharge your energy levels is so important. Not only to your overall health but also to your mental health. Peoples energy levels are very different and will ebb and flow throughout the day. Use this to your advantage to get more done when you know you’re at your most efficient. When you feel your best, you’ll do your best. You’ll be surprised to find you accomplish a lot more in a much shorter timeframe when you feel recharged. With that in mind, here are a few ways you could boost your energy.
Have A Technology Detox
There’s nothing like having a few hours/days off the internet to make you feel more alive. Be in the moment where you’re not looking to see what the latest Kardashian sister has been up to!
See People
Plan a meet up with friends and have a good old natter and a giggle. Or sit down with them and watch your favourite film with some not so healthy food. Some find that other peoples energy is enough to get them out of a funk.
Read A Book Or Do A Puzzle
Yes, that puzzle or book you started abut 2 years ago that you never finished, what better time than right now! Some peoples energy thrives off being still and silent for awhile. Whilst keeping their brain busy – with a puzzle!
Do Nothing!
Sometimes doing nothing is all you need to get a boost of energy and feel reconnected. Life is so busy that doing nothing every now and then can be amazing!
Get Outside
Nature is one of the worlds best places to relax. You have the fresh air, the wind rustling in the trees, the noises of the animals. You never know, you might spot an animal you haven’t seen before. The last time I did this with my husband we saw a deer and its newborn jumping through some fields, it was amazing!
Let Your Inner Child Loose
Be silly and do something adults aren’t to do. Go to the park and have a go on the swings or go down the slide. Play poo-sticks at your nearest stream/river. Jump in some puddles or kick a pile of leaves. Let yourself go for a few minutes, it’s so liberating!
Go To The Beach
If you are lucky enough to live close enough to a beach. No matter what the weather, go and have a walk along the sea, throw some pebbles into the waves and sit and listen to the waves crashing on the beach.
Try Something New
Perhaps you have a very organised life that can feel a little repetitive at times, so try adding something new into your routine to mix it up.
Plan Your Next Holiday
Having something like this to look forward to will keep your eye on the prize. All those long hours at work are worth it to have incredible holidays and experiences around the world.
Have A Sick Day
OK, so maybe not one to do all the time as you don’t want to loose your job but maybe you could take a day off work to spend some quality time with yourself and reconnect with your mind and body.
Do Some Baking
If being in the kitchen making yummy cakes relaxes you, then make sure you give yourself the time to do this. You don’t even have to bake a cake. Perhaps you could make some healthy treats instead.
Get In The Garden
Even if you don’t have a garden, you could pot an indoor plant or water some herbs. Just take your mind off life and be in the moment with the greenery.
Have A Declutter
There is nothing better than having a tidy living space to make your mind feel less cluttered.
Make A Playlist
Make yourself a playlist of all your favourite songs and play them either at home to boost your mood or while you’re on a long drive and sing along at the top of your lungs…like no-ones watching!
Plan A Date Night
If you have the energy to do so. Have a night to yourselves without the kids and don’t feel guilty about it! Feed off other peoples energy.
Have A Nap
If you work from home, go and lie down on your bed and take a nap. A 20-minute cat nap. However no longer as you are more likely to go into a deep sleep which will make you feel so much worse!
Get Healthy
Make yourself a green juice or smoothie. It’s a great way to get some extra vitamins and minerals into your system to help you through until dinner.
Get Moving
If you have a very sedentary job or sit at your desk for hours on end, set an alarm on your phone every hour or even every half hour to remind yourself to get up and move around. You’l be surprised at how much it helps being active.
Take Breaks
If you have a very indoor job, make sure you get outside during your lunch break. Take a walk somewhere if you can (even if it’s just around the carpark), just get away from the office and your computer screen for a bit.
Relax!
You could try some meditation. Some peoples energy thrives off their feelings and emotions, or through vibrations. If this is you, meditation or yoga would be perfect. Or simply have a cup of herbal tea. The deeply soothing blend of chamomile, fennel and marshmallow root will have you feeling relaxed in no time.
Have A wash
Taking a shower or a nice relaxing bath, if it’s appropriate, can be a great way to boost energy. Having a good old clean and a scrub can do wonders for your energy levels.
Do Some Exercise
Go and do some exercise. Even if it’s just going for a walk, try to get your heart rate up a bit and get the blood pumping. Regular exercise like this will help to regulate your hormones, increase your circulation and can often help clear the mind and reduce stress. Exercise is such a great way to boost energy.
If after all of that you still don’t feel relaxed, you should check out E.ON’s Recharge Retreat. They have some great tips on how you can feel more energised and help you to improve your attitude and outlook on life.
What are some of your best tips to boost energy levels?
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