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87 Women Law. J. 23 (2001-2002)
Ten Great Ways to Boost Your Energy in Five Minutes or Less

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There are countless ways to increase
our energy for meeting the demands of
life  in  the  practice  of  law.
Unfortunately, we often become low
on energy when we have the least
amount of time. After a grueling day
at the office, it can be a challenge to
come home full of enthusiasm for
household chores or even a conversa-
tion with our cat.
When a busy schedule makes it more
difficult to find time for physical exer-
cise or preparing nutritious meals, it is
all the more important to look at daily
habits which impact our energy levels.
Here are some terrific ways that you
can improve both your mental and
physical vitality during your most
demanding days.
1. Take slow, deep breaths. I'm so
busy I barely have time to breathe! in
this common saying is an important
reminder of the importance of making
time for the essential. Whether you are
sitting at your desk, driving in your
car, or riding in the elevator, use your
breath to both calm and revitalize
yourself. Really focus deep in your
abdomen as you begin to slowly draw
your breath up and out. If possible,
step into the fresh air for an extra
boost. With just several breaths any
time of day, you can enjoy immediate
benefits of improved clarity. The great
part is, almost no one will know you
are even doing it.
2. Eliminate complaining. Ah, yes,
easier said than done. From the morn-
ing traffic jam to the uncooperative

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opposing counsel, our days seem to
provide limitless opportunities to crit-
icize others or complain about situa-
tions. With every negative statement
uttered, we give away a bit of our
energy. Have you ever felt really great
after proclaiming the latest grievance
about some event or person in your
life?
Simply try going for a full day resist-
ing every complaint that comes to
mind. By making an effort to end our
lamenting, we increase our awareness
of the frequency of negative talk in our
daily lives. With this awareness, we
can begin to hold on to more of our
precious energy rather than giving it
up bit by bit throughout the day.
3. Get up and stretch. So much of
the work of a lawyer puts us in a chair
at a desk, table, or computer. We
read, talk on the phone, hold meet-
ings, and sit at a keyboard hours each
day. Make a conscious effort to get up
from your desk regularly for some sim-
ple stretches. These might include
such simple movements as:
*    Rolling your neck
*    Circling your shoulders or
arms
*    Touching your toes
*    Stretching your arms upward
*    Leaning backwards
A full regimen of stretching exercis-
es at one time is not necessary.
Rather, simply stand up and touch
your toes after you have dialed the
phone and are waiting for your c32N to
be answered, or stretch up toward the

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