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In part 1 of energy management, I talked about the perspectives or appraisal/labeling of situations which leads to different energy outcomes.

I also shared the technique of reframing, or telling a different story, to transmute and change the energy from an undesirable to a desirable one.

Now in part 2, we dive into mindfulness, the “attention muscle”, and how it is key for development awareness into the root cause of certain labeled states, such as anxiety.

Whenever we encounter an undesirable energy state, it is important to ask “why?”. Looking at anxiety as the example, why are you anxious about [xyz]? Where is this fearful anticipation coming from?

This is the deeper work associated with positive changes to the self and resulting performance, because it addresses the core “problem” or issue.

Another very simple yet effective immediate technique for adjusting one’s energy to a more favorable and manageable one is applying intentional BREATHING.

The breath is so fundamental to controlling ones mental, emotional, and physiological state. Deep diaphragmatic breathing, or complete breathing, is crucial to holistic health and general well-being.

Here is that longer video, where I get more into detail about the complete diaphragmatic breath

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