Every day, we encounter energy from multiple sources—people, thoughts, environments, and technology. Without an effective management system, these energetic forces can overwhelm us, leaving us depleted and stressed. Understanding and managing these influences is crucial for maintaining our well-being.
We cannot properly navigate these energetic forces unless we have a management system in place. First, however, we must recognize that these influencers exist and can significantly impact our energy and quality of life.
Energy Points of Origin
Where does this energy that has such a profound effect on our quality of life come from? Let’s explore the main sources:
Our Mind
The energy of our ego is a powerhouse.
It constantly seeks to dominate our energetic flow through thoughts, judgments, and perceptions. When our mind races with worry or criticism, it drains our energy reserves quickly.
Our Hearts
Our heart energy is compassionate and loving, but can be confusing at times. If you have ever maintained a relationship or friendship, especially an unhealthy one, this becomes apparently clear. Perhaps you’ve found yourself giving away your energy to someone you intuitively know is not healthy for you, hoping this person will change.
Our Bodies
Our bodies have built-in alarm systems that consistently notify us about our well-being. These physical signals provide relatively accurate information about our state—including stress, anxiety, headaches, as well as feelings of relaxation and calm. When you experience tension in your shoulders or a knot in your stomach during a difficult conversation, your body is communicating energetically.
Our Spirits
Your intuition or gut voice is your most knowledgeable energetic influencer. The non-judgmental energy of your spirit leads with love, good intentions, and innate wisdom. This energy should never be suppressed or ignored. When you feel a subtle knowing about a situation without logical explanation, your spirit is guiding you.
People
The individuals you interact with—friends, family, co-workers, or the general public—all have an energetic influence on your quality of life. How do you feel when you spend time with certain people? Are you energized or exhausted afterward?
Remember that the energetic impact of people can linger within you even after contact ends. This persistence makes having an energy management system essential for healthy relationships.
Environments
Your workplace, home, vehicle, neighborhood, gym, or doctor’s office are examples of the various environments you encounter daily. Each offers a unique energy signature that isn’t specifically designed for individuals, requiring you to find a personalized energetic balance to navigate them healthily.
Notice how differently you feel in a cluttered room versus an organized space, or in nature versus a busy shopping mall.
Technology
Digital devices and platforms demand significant energy through our attention and engagement. Computers, phones, wearable devices, streaming services, and software all require energy and certainly affect your overall energetic state.
Consider how you feel after scrolling social media for an hour versus spending that time in meditation or conversation.
Managing Your Energy Influencers
Consider the energy influencers in your life and the amount of energy you expend through your time, attention, or thoughts on these influencers.
How much energy is left for you?
The goal isn’t to eliminate all external energy influences—that would be impossible. Instead, the objective is to manage their impact. You must become a proactive participant if you want to reduce stress, decrease suffering, and experience a more connected life.
How to Shift from a Passive Energy Recipient to a Proactive Energy Manager
1. Become Aware
Know what and who your energetic influencers are. Pay attention to how you feel before, during, and after interactions with different people, environments, or activities. This awareness is the foundation of energy management.
2. Identify the Point of Origin
The better you understand the specific influencer, the better you can manage your energy response. Is your energy being drained by your own thoughts, a physical environment, a particular relationship, or digital overload? Pinpointing the source allows for targeted management.
3. Take Purposeful Action
The best course of action is one that supports your healthiest quality of life. This might mean setting boundaries with energy-draining people, redesigning your physical spaces, limiting technology use, or developing practices that replenish your energy.
When taking action, ask yourself: “Is my action the outcome of a proactive behavior that benefits my quality of life, or is it simply reactive?”
Recognizing Reactive Energy Management
You’re likely mismanaging your energy if you experience these negative, repetitive behaviors after energetic interactions:
- Ruminating thoughts that replay situations over and over.
- Persistent fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest.
- Lingering resentment toward others or situations.
- Unexpected anger that seems disproportionate to triggers.
- Excessive focus on negativity in various situations.
- Lashing out at others who may not be the actual cause of your distress.
As you become a more skilled energy manager, you should notice a decrease in these reactive behaviors.
Moving Forward
Continue to increase your awareness and identification skills regarding your energy influencers. The information you uncover will help you make more informed decisions and preserve the surplus of energy needed to focus on your well-being and quality of life.
Energy management isn’t a one-time effort but an ongoing practice. Each day brings new opportunities to refine your approach and better protect your energetic resources.If you would like to better understand and find peace with your energetic influencers, Common Sixth can support you in developing personalized strategies for energy management.
Contact us at 954-675-7251 to learn more about our approach to energy balance and improved quality of life.
