When we need a boost of energy…

Do you also feel that sometimes, we lack the motivation, the interest of moving forward with a project and in spite of its importance, feel incapable of shaking ourselves up and doing what needs to be done? If this is the case, you’re not alone. In spite of my generally good intentions, I sometimes hit some low points and don’t remember how to get restarted or re-energized.

Sure, when it’s a short, temporary situation, I’ll get out of what I’m doing, walk out briskly of my office, into the kitchen, grab a glass of water and get on the outdoor deck to get my blood flowing again. 

However, for the major mental blockage I’m talking about, many “specialists” suggest more physical exercise, longer recreational breaks, better overall discipline or sometimes a special diet or even therapy. I don’t go that far and keep it simple. I look at the situation in the eye and ask myself: “What in the world is holding me up? Am I afraid of tackling that task or this endeavor?” 

That question is always the clincher as I allow myself absolutely no room for unspecified and unwarranted fear or apprehension. I cannot accept being intimidated by a trivial, non life-threatening obstacle, so I muster all of the energy needed to get going again and I roar back to my project. Simple and effective, at least for me!