Man… this one speaks to something I live each dawn.
I learned that my “laziness” often came from skipping that simple check-in, that quiet moment where breath and body offer the truth before the mind invents a story. When I wake and pause long enough to listen — gratitude in the chest, appreciation in the ribs, the first slow sweep of Qi Gong through the spine — my energy tells me what it can carry and what it cannot.
When I honor that signal, my whole day moves with steadier rhythm, and I stop mistaking depletion for weakness.
Insightful reframing, distinguishing depletion from discipline is key. The 90-second check-in promotes self-regulation and aligns well with evidence-based practices for nervous system awareness and sustainable functioning.
I really like this framing. So often what people call procrastination is actually depletion, not avoidance. When someone checks their energy before pushing, the whole system settles and the task becomes workable again. Listening to the body isn’t indulgence, it’s what makes sustainable effort possible.
I love how this post breaks it down: checking in with our energy, noticing our motivation, and then doing a micro-reset if needed. Such a simple practice, but it makes showing up feel much more aligned and gentle. Thank you 🧡
It would be futile to put in effort without energy. They’re synonymous. When I lack energy my effort goes towards building some energy so I can put in more effort.
Man… this one speaks to something I live each dawn.
I learned that my “laziness” often came from skipping that simple check-in, that quiet moment where breath and body offer the truth before the mind invents a story. When I wake and pause long enough to listen — gratitude in the chest, appreciation in the ribs, the first slow sweep of Qi Gong through the spine — my energy tells me what it can carry and what it cannot.
When I honor that signal, my whole day moves with steadier rhythm, and I stop mistaking depletion for weakness.
I appreciate this reminder.
Thank you! Too many of us are in this place and your suggestions are a bolt of sunshine through the mist.
Insightful reframing, distinguishing depletion from discipline is key. The 90-second check-in promotes self-regulation and aligns well with evidence-based practices for nervous system awareness and sustainable functioning.
I really like this framing. So often what people call procrastination is actually depletion, not avoidance. When someone checks their energy before pushing, the whole system settles and the task becomes workable again. Listening to the body isn’t indulgence, it’s what makes sustainable effort possible.
I love how this post breaks it down: checking in with our energy, noticing our motivation, and then doing a micro-reset if needed. Such a simple practice, but it makes showing up feel much more aligned and gentle. Thank you 🧡
It would be futile to put in effort without energy. They’re synonymous. When I lack energy my effort goes towards building some energy so I can put in more effort.
Truly amazing I love you
Thank you so much for the kind suggestions!
Energy is the ONE thing. Thanks.