TIP 2

PLUG THE ENERGY DRAINS

       Cocaine habit forming? Of course not. I ought to know. I’ve been using it for years.

TALLULAH BANKHEAD

Once you start eliminating what you are putting up with (Tip 1), you will see just how much energy those petty annoyances were taking from you. Just like the hum of an air conditioner: you don’t realize how loud it really is until you turn it off. Lots of things drain our precious energy. Take TV, for example. When was the last time you felt zippy and alive after watching TV? Tabloid papers have a lot of negative and gossipy news that can drain your energy. Needy relationships will take up inordinate amounts of your time and energy. As will any and all addictions, including alcohol, sugar, shopping, computer ...

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