💡 How to Manage Your Energy Instead of Your Time

In this edition: Why managing your energy beats managing your time, high-performance habits from elite athletes, how to prioritize when everything feels urgent, and simple ways to recharge without burning out.

January 30, 2025

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This edition is all about working with your energy, not against it—because let’s face it, time management only gets you so far when you’re running on empty.

Instead of squeezing more tasks into your schedule, what if you focused on when you feel your best? What if you optimized your day around your natural energy rhythms instead of the clock?

From elite athlete habits that fuel peak performance to strategies for prioritizing what really matters, this issue is packed with practical ways to work smarter, not harder—without burning out.

Let’s make the most of the energy we have. ⚡

💡 Energy is Everything: How to Manage Your Energy Instead of Your Time

You’ve probably heard it a million times: time management is the key to productivity. But what if we’ve been focusing on the wrong thing all along? Managing your time is great, but here’s the kicker—time isn’t renewable, but energy is. And let’s be honest, it’s not the hours in the day that matter; it’s how much energy you have to make those hours count.

📚 Daily Routines & Habits of Successful People 📚

Discover the daily habits and rituals that fuel the success of 100 global icons. From Barack Obama and Elon Musk to Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka, get a behind-the-scenes look at their routines for productivity, wellness, and balance. Perfect for anyone seeking inspiration and actionable tips to enhance their own daily life.

Want to level up your life? Steal these high-performance habits from the pros and watch your game change.

Stressed out by an endless to-do list? Learn how to separate real urgency from fake urgency and focus on what counts.

Clearing your physical space isn’t just about cleaning—it’s a way to reduce stress, boost your mood, and find emotional clarity.

Feeling overwhelmed? The 80/20 Rule will teach you how to focus on what truly matters and cut out the noise.

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