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Energizing is the secret behind the success of many spiritual leaders and business leaders. They know that our “source energy” is the resource that will give them “what they need” so that they can help others. Here are ten ways to tap into “source energy” so that you can remain productive and enhance your personal productivity, both professionally and personally:

One. Be passionate about what you are doing. Do what you love - people will notice.

Two. Limit your time online. Just like Marcia of The Brady Bunch tried to get instant popularity by joining all the clubs of her school - but failed, so it is with the Internet. Join just a few sites, but also spend time in your local community to get to network personally. Networking is about people.

Three. Complete tough tasks first. One way to remain with a strong sense of optimism is to take on the most difficult tasks you have before you, first. Then, tackle the easier ones. You will feel a surge of adrenalin when you get the toughest tasks done first - then the other ones will seem really easy.

Four. Select your endeavors wisely. There are tasks on your plate which you do not need to do. Eliminate them or get someone else to do them. Collaboration is about task sharing, not micro-managing. Do what you feel you can and should do and then try to delegate the rest.

Five. Limit Meetings as much as possible. Some people live for meetings, but they can be a waste of time too. Try to write down your milestones ahead and work toward them, even if there are no formal meetings in your department or business.

Six. Wisdom of Ben Franklin. “EARLY TO BED AND EARLY TO RISE MAKES ONE HEALTHY WEALTHY AND WISE.” I totally agree with the wisdom of Ben Franklin, here. If we get our proper rest, we will be totally energized for the day and more able to accomplish things, overall.

Seven. Stretch! There is nothing like a good stretch, say, two or three times during the day. Especially for those of us who work on computers, stretching helps the blood to regain its circulation through the body. We cannot always go for a walk, but we can most surely stretch

Eight. Lots of water and liquids. As you work, you expend mental energy - so replenish this with lots of fluids - water, tea, gatorade, and things like that. This will keep your body well, and away from dehydration.

Nine. Get some sun. During your lunch or breaks, try to get at least ten to fifteen minutes of exposure to direct sunlight, even if you live in the deep south or southwest, where it is hot. Sunlight has a positive effect on the body and mind and will help you re-energize.

Ten. Read good books. Good books will give you a sense of optimism and new hope for your life and endeavors, both personally and professionally. We are all on the path of life together and can learn from one another, most surely.

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