Step 3 - Create a path where you feel lit up

Create a path where you feel lit up~

Some of the things we talked about in the last step, revisit what brings you joy,  are things that really make you feel lit up inside when you're doing them. It's the feeling as if you're in a flow, time passes quickly and it's amazing how much you get done. It could be something simple like painting watercolor or something more complicated like volunteering. Either way, it lights you up!

These are the things you need to focus on and also need to spend the majority of your time doing. I understand, we all have responsibilities. This is true but, you can start shifting your life in a way to make things that bring you joy become your responsibilities. This can take time but if not now, then when??

To create more space for yourself, be aware of the things that are energy suckers, things, or people that make you feel crappy, anxious. and tired. Remove or mitigate these things from your life immediately. I don't know about you but I have no time for this crap, I'm heading into my second half! Either ditch it, delegate it, or do it! If it's not a hell yes, it's a no.

Action step: 

• Make a list of all the things, people, and situations that you think are energy vampires. 
• Now, on a piece of paper create three columns. Name the columns, ditch, delegate, do. Put each of these energy suckers into one of the columns.
• If this energy sucker is a person it would be hard to put it in one of these columns. Instead, decide to end the relationship or manage it better with strong boundaries. (A whole other topic)
• Then all you need to do is follow through depending on what column you put it in. If you still decide to do something still there should be a boundary set to protect your energy. For example, If you decided that social media is a major energy sucker but you know you still have to do it. Then set a schedule of 15 minutes per day and then stick with it. This is your boundary you’re setting and maintaining to protect your energy.

Affirmation: I control the energy that enters into my space and I protect it like my life depends on it, because it does. My life is filled with positive energy.

Tips: Pay attention to what enters your life and space continuously throughout the day. Take care of the energy suckers and praise the positive vibes. If you do this consistently it will become a habit.

Xo, T

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