Comments on: Low on Energy? Get Some Rest

By: Leah

Leah — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 20:08:52 +0000

I think it’s in the air at the moment. I’ve been utterly exhausted all day today so I am in for a serious bout of ‘going to bed early’! I try to pack in as much as possible every evening – reading, studying, working on my website and my goals so I don’t tend to sleep til midnight. But then I have to get up early for the day job. I think this week it’s all caught up with me. Sometimes rest is the absolute best thing to do!

By: Elijah

Elijah — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:55:39 +0000

@ Simon – I did the same thing about a month back, went out into the bush for the weekend – no cell phones, power, or even restroom facilities… My uncle has been living off the grid like this for 25 years, so I decided to join him for a weekend.

Super refreshing.

By: Flora Morris Brown, Ph.D.

Flora Morris Brown, Ph.D. — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:48:28 +0000

I just had the experience of feeling depleted this weekend. I had big plans to make headway on my book. Conditions were right for it–no commitments, the house was quiet–and yet, I just wanted to nap and rest instead of write.

I’ve learned to listen to my body these days, but my mind didn’t like what my body was saying. Still, there is no point in forcing it when your body is demanding rest. This is really tough for me, but I did it.

Now I’m up and rolling again.

By: Simon Stapleton

Simon Stapleton — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:38:37 +0000

I’ve just spent a few days with my brother riding motorbikes in the country – totally unplugged. I did this because I wanted to and for no other reason. No cellphone – no email – nothing. The riding tired me out, but I feel invigorated again!

By: Anand

Anand — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:16:57 +0000

I think rest is really important. Taking one day a week to rejuvenate and “sharpen the saw” is a great idea. I confess I have trouble doing this at times but that leads to reduced productivity over time.

By: Evan

Evan — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 08:33:44 +0000

I think it’s hard to underestimate how important rest is.

I think our lack of rest is usuall due to our inner conflicts than how hard we work. Do you think this too?

By: Paul Piotrowski

Paul Piotrowski — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 07:06:36 +0000

I haven’t won yet, I think the competition goes on until the end of August. Maybe I can utilize some of those Traffic Secrets from John Reese to pull ahead. First I have to finish going through all the content…might be a while, hehe…

By: Elijah

Elijah — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 06:46:20 +0000

Congrats on your iPod Shuffle win by the way Saw the standings from Yaro’s last email. It’s amazing what one can accomplish with set goals and the drive to succeed.

By: Elijah

Elijah — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 06:44:11 +0000

How I agree with you at this very moment in time. As you just posted this, I posted a rant on the pressure of writing unique blog content, and how I had a completely unproductive day. I didn’t state it in my post, but when I saw your update on Twitter and hopped over to enjoy my “first comment” privileges I realized that I’m drained as well – and it most likely contributed to my crappy day.

I usually run off of 5-7 hours sleep, and being the age that I am that’s fine, but it does catch up with me especially after spending 4-8 hours a day staring at my laptop.

Your right. The best cure for low energy is to disconnect, relax, and regroup.