Use your body’s energy gauge to power every decision
You slump in your seat at 2:00 PM, the spreadsheet on your screen blurring into an endless tunnel of numbers. Your eyelids feel like gravity’s tether, and you glance longingly at the window for an escape. You’re tired—again.
Pause. Take a breath. Notice your body’s signals. Your mind is groggy because your energy is low. But this is no accident. For years you’ve powered through slumps, blaming them on life’s chaos. Meanwhile your body whispers, “I need something better.”
Energy is the universal fuel that powers everything you do, from deep thinking to meeting family needs. When you treat your energy as a metric—just like profits in business—you gain clarity. You no longer fight your body clock. You schedule major creative work when your brain hums, and routine tasks when it idles.
Stop ignoring your own signals. Notice the simple triggers—healthy food, sunshine, stretching—that shift you toward higher gear. Every time you follow your body’s needs, you generate a small win. Your day becomes a series of victories rather than a slog between energy crashes. Smooth, sustained energy delivers clarity, creativity, and calm—and nothing else makes you feel more alive.
Tune into your body’s quiet cues: sleep, diet, and movement. Track how you feel after a workout versus after a heavy lunch—and map out your day around those peaks and valleys. When you hit a slump, reset with a short walk or a tall glass of water. Over time, you’ll see your energy as a compass that steers every decision, and you’ll breeze through tasks that used to drag you down.
What You'll Achieve
You’ll gain a clear feedback loop for when you’re at your best mentally. Externally, you’ll align your schedule with natural energy highs and lows so you get more done in less time.
Track and boost daily energy signals
Record your energy at key times
Set alarms at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Each time, rate your energy on a 1–5 scale. Note what you’ve eaten and how you slept.
Pinpoint consistent boost triggers
After a week, review your ratings. Identify patterns—did certain foods or workouts spike energy? Jot down the strongest correlations.
Design decisions around your energy peaks
Schedule demanding tasks—writing, presentations, tough calls—for your high-energy slots. Slot routine chores—emails or browsing—for low-energy periods.
Experiment with small energy hacks
When you hit a slump, try a 5-minute walk, a glass of water, or a quick sketch break. Note which hack revs you up most reliably.
Reflection Questions
- When do you feel most alert during the day?
- Which meals leave you sleepy or energized?
- How often do you pause to check your energy level?
- What micro-break hack revives you fastest when you slump?
- Which high-energy slots could you reserve for your toughest tasks?
Personalization Tips
- A student reviews study performance at noon and finds flashcards work best after a morning jog.
- A parent plans difficult house chores for after a hearty breakfast rather than late afternoon fatigue.
- An engineer books code reviews during post-gym energy peaks instead of post-lunch slumps.
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