Positive Energy

1. Embrace Your Intuition to Rejuvenate Your Energy

Intuition offers a direct line to your life force and also, as I experience it, to a divine intelligence. It's the language of energy.

Trust your gut. Intuition is not just a sixth sense; it's a powerful tool for accessing and managing your energy. By learning to recognize and trust your intuitive signals, you can make better decisions, avoid energy-draining situations, and align yourself with experiences that rejuvenate you.

Tune into your body. Pay attention to physical sensations like goosebumps, gut feelings, or sudden bursts of energy. These are often intuitive cues guiding you towards positive experiences or warning you of potential energy drains. Practice centering yourself through breathing exercises and meditation to enhance your intuitive abilities.

Act on intuitive insights. When you receive an intuitive message, don't dismiss it. Instead, take action based on these insights. This might mean saying no to commitments that don't feel right or pursuing opportunities that energize you, even if they seem unconventional.

2. Cultivate a Nurturing Spiritual Path for Inner Strength

Spirituality recharges everything about you. It releases pent-up emotional and physical angst, which lowers stress.

Find your spiritual practice. Spirituality doesn't have to be tied to organized religion. It can be as simple as spending time in nature, practicing meditation, or engaging in creative pursuits that connect you to something larger than yourself.

Make time for silence. In our noisy world, silence is a precious commodity. Regular periods of silence can help you reconnect with your inner self and recharge your energy. Start with just a few minutes a day and gradually increase the duration.

Embrace prayer or intention-setting. Whether you're religious or not, the act of setting intentions or offering prayers can be a powerful way to focus your energy and connect with your deepest values and aspirations.

3. Design an Energy-Aware Approach to Diet, Fitness, and Health

Food is alive inside you, not just an inert substance you ingest.

Eat for energy. Pay attention to how different foods affect your energy levels. Some foods may leave you feeling sluggish, while others might energize you. Keep a food journal to track these effects and adjust your diet accordingly.

Exercise mindfully. Choose physical activities that you enjoy and that leave you feeling energized rather than depleted. This might be different for everyone – some might thrive on high-intensity workouts, while others might prefer gentle yoga or walks in nature.

Listen to your body. Your body has its own wisdom. Learn to recognize when you need rest, when you need movement, and when you need nourishment. This awareness can help you maintain optimal energy levels throughout the day.

4. Generate Positive Emotional Energy to Counter Negativity

Laughter liberates. Physically, muscular tension loosens, clearing the wreckage of exhaustion; emotionally, laughter raises your spirits and softens rigid defenses.

Cultivate positivity. Positive emotions like joy, gratitude, and love can significantly boost your energy levels. Make a conscious effort to focus on the good in your life and in others.

Address negative emotions. Don't suppress negative emotions, but learn to process them healthily. This might involve journaling, talking with a trusted friend, or seeking professional help when needed.

Practice emotional alchemy. Learn to transform negative emotions into positive ones. For example, you can channel anger into motivation for positive change, or turn fear into curiosity about what you might learn from a challenging situation.

5. Develop a Heart-Centered Sexuality for Deeper Connections

Sexuality is an enigma to many of my patients when they start Energy Psychiatry—more of an on/off phenomenon than an inner connected flow.

Connect heart and body. True sexual energy isn't just about physical attraction – it's about connecting deeply with yourself and your partner on an emotional and spiritual level.

Awaken your sensual self. Engage all your senses in daily life, not just during sexual encounters. This can help you become more attuned to pleasure and energy in all areas of your life.

Heal sexual wounds. Past traumas or negative experiences can block the flow of sexual energy. Work on healing these wounds through therapy, self-reflection, or energy work to unlock your full sexual potential.

6. Open Yourself to the Flow of Inspiration and Creativity

Creativity is not just escape; it's an invitation to a positive force that alters negative feeling and focus.

Make space for creativity. Set aside regular time for creative pursuits, even if you don't consider yourself an "artist." This could be anything from cooking to gardening to writing.

Follow your passion. Pay attention to what truly excites and energizes you. These are often clues to your unique creative gifts.

Embrace the creative process. Don't focus solely on the end product. The act of creating itself can be deeply energizing and healing.

7. Celebrate Laughter, Pampering, and Retreat for Replenishment

Being smart about our energy means overthrowing the crazy fallacy that we deserve anything less than luxurious self-care.

Prioritize laughter. Seek out people, experiences, and media that make you laugh. Laughter is a powerful energy booster and stress reliever.

Indulge in self-care. Regular self-care isn't selfish – it's necessary for maintaining high energy levels. This might involve massages, long baths, or simply taking time to do nothing.

Plan regular retreats. Step away from your daily routine periodically for deeper rejuvenation. This could be a weekend getaway or even just an afternoon of solitude in nature.

8. Attract Positive People and Situations to Enhance Your Life

We attract who we are—the more positive energy we give off, the more we'll magnetize to us.

Embody what you seek. Focus on developing the qualities you want to attract in others. If you want more kindness in your life, practice being kinder yourself.

Use intuition in relationships. Pay attention to how you feel around others. If someone consistently drains your energy, it might be time to reevaluate that relationship.

Practice gratitude. Regularly acknowledging the good in your life can help attract more positive experiences and people.

9. Protect Yourself from Energy Vampires to Preserve Vitality

Energy vampires roam the world sapping our exuberance, an epidemic that medical texts don't address.

Identify energy vampires. Learn to recognize people who consistently drain your energy. Common types include the constant complainer, the drama queen, and the chronic talker.

Set clear boundaries. Learn to say no to energy-draining requests or interactions. It's okay to limit your time with people who deplete you.

Use energetic protection techniques. Visualize yourself surrounded by white light or practice grounding exercises before interacting with known energy vampires.

Last updated: September 8, 2024