Overwhelmed by Back to Work and School? How to let your Energy Soar…

Now let us, like amorous birds of prey,

Rather at once our time devour

Than languish in his slow-chapt power …

Thus, though we cannot make our sun stand still,

Yet we will make him run.

Andrew Marvell

Ever feel that life is passing you by?

Ever wonder why others seem to enjoy life and work more than you do?

To find out why, start by measuring your Energy IQ:

Self-Test: Find out your Energy IQ

On a scale of 1 for very low and 10 for the highest, use this very personal, informal quiz to rate yourself in the following areas:

1. Belief
   I consider myself basically a high-energy person, based on my medical and family background.

2. Self-Awareness
   I recognize that I, and no one else, have the most important role to play in raising my own energy level.

3. Pro-Active Mindset
   Every morning I begin with a plan for how I will boost my energy at key points during the day.

4. Self Reliance
   I’m not addicted to caffeine or any other drug.  I know that true and lasting energy comes from a healthy body.

5. Health Knowledge
   I know that what I eat and when I have it, will have a huge impact on my energy. I apply this information to every meal, drink and snack.

6. Habits
   I don’t just dream about more energy, I have habits I follow regularly to keep it coming.

7. Mental Self-Healing
   If I feel a bad vibe coming on alone, or with fellow-complainers, I put some distance between myself and the negativity. I know how to walk away, and open myself to developing a different mood, which won’t suppress my energy.

8. Finding Stimulus
   When bad weather makes the whole world weigh heavy, I know how to lighten my spirit by using my senses—my eyes, ears, touch, scent— to stimulate energy. Taste is not the only power of sense I have!

9. Creativity
   I know that if suppress my unique creative talents, I will reduce my energy in all areas. So, I make sure I often explore my talents, and allow my creative urges the scope to raise my energy overall.

10. Giving
    I understand that Nature provides each creature with life for a purpose. I don’t hoard my energy, but look for ways to benefit the world.

Your Score out of 100:

Disappointed in how you rated yourself?  Don’t let it suppress your energy. Check this space on a weekly basis, and you’ll soon find proven ways to raise your energy IQ in all of the above areas.  If you’re a 9 or 10 at any of them, drop us a comment on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thenaturespath/ and let us share your tips. Can’t wait to hear from you!