What exactly is mental energy? A good definition can be found at PubMed.gov and can be described as “ . . . the ability or willingness to engage in cognitive work.” Why is this important what can you do to manage your mental energy?
Importance of Mental Energy
Using your mental energy wisely can help you to make better decisions, both at work and at home. From a technical perspective, especially for someone who is considered a “knowledge worker,” the quality and quantity or your work will increase. Better decisions equate to more success.
5 Ways to Increase & Conserve Your Mental Energy
- Get enough sleep, especially good quality sleep.
- Exercise consistently. It does not have to be an hour each day, but get your body moving. And of course eat healthier.
- Focus on one thing at a time. Better yet, minimize the number of tasks that you handle each day to focus on what’s most important.
- Minimize tasks that drain your energy levels, both physically and mentally. Delegate these items and on the personal side, get someone else to do them.
- Take a deep breath and say a prayer when dealing with difficult people. You can try to avoid them, but more will eventually show up.
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