What Energises You?

The fitness and medical industries would have us believe that carbohydrates, fats, proteins and alcohol fuels us. And yep, those things do sustain us- some combinations more than others, obviously.

But I’m interested in knowing what inherently sends your energy through theroof on a vibratory level.

A few weeks back, I saw real-life angels; Louise Hay, Cheryl Richardson and Doreen Virtue, all on stage at Hay House Melbourne. The room had a heartbeat; like soulful bass, and it wasn’t because the audience was guzzling green juice or cranking out fifty pushups (we weren’t). We were high on spirit.

I left Hay House so much more aware of what I decide turns me on and lifts me up. One more time: I decide what turns me on and lifts me up. It’s things like this: choosing to be surrounded by epic people (this often requires taking big, beautiful risks), feeling the first rays of morning sunshine on my face, waking up with the shiny faith that today will be a damn good day, striking to-do’s off my list (gives me a huge sensation of space within my day each time that black marker hits the page), and, feeling deeply inspired by the love I receive from my soulmate. These are just a few things that energise my existence. There are many, many more.

When we start to identify what it is in our lives that energises us in a positive, uplifting way, we can also choose to observe what fearful, ‘non-productive’ behaviours fuel us throughout our lives. Do any of these energise you-

• Drama, bitchiness, gossip?
• Confrontation, debate?
• Judgement, comparison?
• Angst?
• Fear (the nervous, jittery type that literally sends energy convulsing through your body)?

Here are some guiding questions that you can use to become truly curious about yourself.

Do I want to be someone who is brought to life by manipulations, arguments and stubborn behaviour?

What do I want to be motivated by?

Who’s energy would I be more than happy to soak in?

And who’s energy am I willing to shield myself from?

Am I willing to become energetically responsible for myself and the impact that my whole being has on the world?

I love this conversation and I could talk about this topic all day! Personally, the moment I discovered that I didn’t need a mug of herbal tea, or a bowl of vegetables or even a a night of awesome, steamy hot sex to make me feel better- huge ‘A-ha!’s’ shot around my mind like fireworks. Sure- all the above said definitely make me feel bloody good, no doubt about it, and I’ll rarely say no to any of them, but here’s the thing: no matter how comforting or pleasurable or essential they are to my vitality, they’re not as readily available as the immediate energy of inspiration.

A few rituals that have worked wonders for me:

Blue Light. Close your eyes, and see blue: different shades of blue, blue colours, blue lights. You’re surrounded in them. Breathe in this colour, very slowly, and nice and deeply. After just a few deep breaths, your body should feel as though it’s humming.

Do the work outside, in the grass, and get your feet dirty. This is a daily practice for me now, and I often take little breaks from my computer by planting my hands on the Earth for a few seconds of divine synthesis. It’s a powerful cocktail of chilling with Mother Earth, getting shit done, and loading up on ze Vitamin D. I know this isn’t conducive to 9-5ers, but how about taking your blog/art/life’s work outside on the weekend?

Just ask. Silently ask for a little more cosmic juice to get you through the day. Instead of further depleting your sources by attempting to cultivate external energy, close your eyes for a few graceful, receiving minutes.

Feel the breeeeze, baby. Open up to it and let it sing through you. Listen to what it says, and then scribble away.

And finally.

What are the external influences in your life?

Do you buy gossip magazines, or do you read soulful books? And are you willing to change your answer?

Do you watch reality television, or do you trade tv time for present experience? And are you willing to change your answer?

Do you participate in workplace gossip, or do you offer a polite ‘this is none of my business, I’d rather not talk about it’? And are you willing to change your answer?

Let’s strive to fill our tanks up with radical, joyous, productive, soulful waves of energy that pump infinitely through us. Where do you need to adjust your energy-diet? What are you proud to consume energetically? Share your discoveries below.

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