This week, we shift seasons, Sam will discuss all about managing our energy, what that means, and how to do it. There is so much more than just pacing yourself, there are aspects of giving and receiving, being in our authority, and practicing self-care that all contribute to truly managing our energy for our highest and best purpose. Ask your questions, contribute to the conversation, and be a part of the show!
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This is the first episode of the month so today it is just Sam. He starts the show with a quote from his book, “Everyday Awakening,” about finding peace within yourself. Sam talks about how we often believe that our inner and outer worlds are separate but they do not need to be. By being the change you want to see in the world, you can reshape your environment. If these ideas resonated with you, visit everydayawakeningbook.com to buy a copy of Sam’s book.
Sam talks about the impact that sleep can have. He notes that if you were to turn off your morning alarms, you’d likely sleep in much longer than usual. In some cultures it is normal to take naps in the middle of the day. It is in cultures that prioritize productivity rather than well being that sleeping in the middle of the day is frowned upon. Sam suggests that you shift your focus from productivity to doing things that serve you well. Not only should you sleep more, you should also be drinking more water. Very rarely does he drink tap water, on his sink is a filter and he has a sediment filter as well. Sam also recommends a healthy diet and exercise.
Sam answers a response in the Facebook Livestream. A listener has recently become a vegetarian and Sam discusses the benefits that this can have on an individual’s health as well as globally. It is said that if we consumed ten percent less meat we could save twenty-five percent of energy. Returning to the topic of energy, Sam talks about how hiking and engaging in movement can be a great way to utilize your energy. It can replace habits that don’t serve us. Some situations can provide us with energy and uplift us. In order to receive, there has to be a willingness to receive and the belief that we are worth it. Some listeners share how they manage the energy they receive. One manages her visual energy by being intentional about what she watches on television, having beautiful objects in her home, and having pleasant looking screensavers.
Sam discusses the importance of being in our authority. This means setting boundaries and not allowing the things you do not want. You do not always need to explain why, sometimes the only answer needed is, “This doesn’t feel right.” So many people are trained not to say no to people because they wish to be nice but sometimes saying no is the nice thing to do. Sam reads the comment of a viewer that says, “Sometimes ‘no’ is the greatest challenge.” Sam believes that setting your boundaries is a gift you give to other people because you are setting an example for them to do the same.
