Reclaim Your Energy: How to Stop Giving a Damn About the Wrong Things

In this episode of "Get Over Your Shit," host Malinda Watt delves into the vital topic of reclaiming your energy in a world filled with unnecessary distractions. This episode is a call to action for entrepreneurs, digital course creators, and small business owners looking to optimize their focus and direct their efforts toward meaningful pursuits. Malinda offers a fresh perspective on identifying and eliminating the "energy leeches" that drain your vitality, emphasizing the importance of channeling your resources into what genuinely matters.

Key Takeaways:

• Identify Energy Leeches: Recognize the small, insidious activities that drain your energy daily and shift away from them.
• Prioritize Alignment with Goals: Understand that misplaced focus on unimportant matters can exhaust your energy reserves.
• Set Clear Boundaries: Learn to say no to commitments and distractions that do not align with your personal or professional objectives.
• Cultivate Supportive Relationships: Surround yourself with people who uplift and support your vision for a more focused energy management.
• Reclaim Your Energy: Channel your focus and resources into activities and relationships that truly matter and bring joy.

"We all have a limited amount of energy each day, and if we're constantly pouring it into things that don't serve us, we're left with nothing for the things that actually do."

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Hosted by Malinda Watt
Edited by Chris @ Wider View Studios
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Transcript

0:00:00 - (Malinda Watt): Hello and welcome to get over your Shit, the podcast dedicated to helping digital course creators, entrepreneurs and small business owners stop overthinking and start executing. I'm Melinda Watt, your host and fellow overthinker, here to guide you through the maze of self-doubt and procrastination that keeps us from reaching our full potential. Today, let's talk about how to reclaim your energy and still stop giving a damn about the wrong things.

0:00:28 - (Malinda Watt): If you're feeling stretched thin, worn out, or like your energy is scattered everywhere but where it matters most, my friend, this one is for you. Because here's the hard truth. We all have a limited amount of energy each day, and if we're constantly pouring it into things that don't serve us, we're left with nothing for the things that actually do. Today, we're going to talk about what it means to reclaim your energy, stop caring about the unimportant stuff, and start channeling your focus where it counts.

0:01:01 - (Malinda Watt): Let's jump in. First, let's get real about what's draining your energy. Most people are used to the noise around them, the opinions, the drama, the endless obligations that they don't even notice it's pulling them down. These are what I like to call energy leeches. They're small things that add up and slowly drain you dry. Think about it. It could be mindless scrolling on social media, getting wrapped up in other people's drama, trying to live up to expectations that aren't even yours.

0:01:36 - (Malinda Watt): Or maybe it's the constant urge to prove yourself, always needing to be on to make sure everyone around you approves. These little energy leeches sneak up on us, and before we know it, we're completely drained, with nothing left for the people and projects that actually light us up. Here's the thing. All of that misplaced focus comes at a cost. When you're giving energy to things that don't align with your goals or values, it's like throwing your money away on things you don't even want.

0:02:09 - (Malinda Watt): You end up exhausted, burnt out, and, worst of all, stuck. But guess what? The energy you're wasting on things that don't matter is energy that's not available for what actually does. Maybe it's obsessing over what other people think, saying yes to commitments that drain you, or getting caught up in constant comparison. All of that takes a toll, and not just on your energy. It also messes with your mental health, your sense of direction, and your happiness.

0:02:41 - (Malinda Watt): So if you feel like you're running on empty, it's time to look at where Your energy is actually going and whether it deserves to be there. So how do you start reclaiming your energy? Step one is getting clear on what really matters to you. This means defining your values, knowing your priorities. And here's the big one. Getting comfortable with saying no. If something doesn't align with your vision, it's a no.

0:03:09 - (Malinda Watt): If it drains you and doesn't serve your purpose, it's a no. Let's be real here. When you're spending energy on things that don't matter, it's like putting up a closed sign on the things that actually do. So take a moment to really think about this. What are the things that make you feel alive, that bring you joy, that move you closer to your goals? Those are the things that deserve your energy. Not the random stuff that's just filling up space.

0:03:41 - (Malinda Watt): Now I know that's easier said than done. So let's talk about some practical ways to protect your energy and reclaim your focus. First up, limit your exposure to distractions. Social media, for example, can be a huge energy drain if you're not intentional with it. Set boundaries. Maybe that's setting time limits on apps or unfollowing accounts that don't bring you value. Second, create some non-negotiable boundaries.

0:04:11 - (Malinda Watt): This might look like not responding to work messages outside of certain hours, or saying no to commitments that don't align with your goals. Remember, every time you say yes to something that doesn't serve you, you're saying no to something that could finally be mindful of who you're giving your time and energy to. If there are relationships that consistently drain you, it's time to reevaluate those dynamics.

0:04:39 - (Malinda Watt): Surround yourself with people who lift you up, who support you, and who get your vision. If you take one thing away from this episode, let it be this. Your energy is precious and it's time to stop wasting it on things that don't matter. Start getting intentional about where your focus goes. Because the more you reclaim your energy, the more you have to give to what truly deserves it. Your dreams, your relationships, and most importantly, yourself.

0:05:10 - (Malinda Watt): So here's my challenge to you this week. Pick one thing that's been draining you and let it go. Whether that's cutting down on social media, setting a boundary, or just not caring about someone's opinion, take back that energy and put it towards something that matters to you. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of get over your Shit. If you found this helpful, be sure to subscribe, Share this episode with a fellow overthinker and leave a review Your feedback helps the podcast grow and reach more people who need to hear this message.

0:05:43 - (Malinda Watt): Until next time, remember, progress over perfection. You've got this.